AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoFederal hemp THC limits: A new U.S. rule taking effect Nov. 12 caps total THC at 0.4 mg per container, which could make many Florida hemp-derived THC drinks and edibles illegal overnight and force layoffs and store consolidations. Medical cannabis policy: Ghana’s NACOC has issued three-year cultivation licenses to two companies for low-THC cannabis (≤0.3%) for medicinal and industrial use, following regulatory vetting and site inspections. Clinical research: A new oral CBD study is highlighted for reducing pericarditis pain and recurrences, adding to the growing clinical push for CBD-based treatment options. Regulatory/industry watch: Texas continues tightening hemp-derived THC rules, with enforcement and compliance pressure rippling through retail. Public safety & enforcement: UK police seized cannabis during a crackdown on illegal “two-wheel” vehicles in Lurgan, while separate court cases show drivers facing penalties after cannabis-related impairment findings. Agriculture & supply chain: Botswana is moving from hemp trials toward commercial cultivation at Dibete Farm, signaling more low-THC production capacity building globally.
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