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Hemp Compounds Prevent COVID Infection in Human Cells

Oregon State University showed that CBDA and CBGA prevented infection of human epithelial cells.

(CORVALLIS, Ore.) - Hemp compounds identified by Oregon State University research via a chemical screening technique invented at OSU show the ability to prevent the virus that causes COVID-19 from entering human cells.

"Our data show CBDA and CBGA are effective against the two variants we looked at, and we hope that trend will extend to other existing and future variants.”

Oregon Dept of Ag Receives Approval to Regulate Hemp Production

Hemp production throughout the U.S. must now comply with the 2018 federal Farm Bill.

(SALEM, Ore.) - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has approved the Oregon Department of Agriculture’s (ODA) plan to regulate hemp production statewide.

The approval allows the state through ODA to continue as the primary regulator of hemp production in Oregon.

How the Drug War Has Affected My Life

The federal drug war is an actual war, against the people, and they have no tolerance for we, the 'enemy'.

(SOUTH HILL, Wash.) - My dad loved cannabis. He planted, traded, smoked, and educated himself about it since he was young. As my parents got older they turned into hard-core activists (they knew the medicinal value) and eventually my dad co-owned 5 medical cannabis dispensaries in Montana. My mom worked for the company.

In 2011 his company was raided.

Oregon`s New Cannabis Rules Take Effect New Year`s Day

OLCC approves changes for cannabis industry;
Rollout of some hemp regulations staggered into 2023

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - When the new rules take effect, Oregon will be better aligned with other adult-use cannabis states, and be positioned as a legal export market as the groundwork is laid for federal legalization.

The new rules take effect January 1, 2022.

Oregon Announces New Rules for OMMP

Oregon Medical Marijuana Program patients and growers "Need to Know"

(SALEM, Ore.) - The Oregon Medical Marijuana Program (OMMP) has changes coming in 2022. New rules take effect on January 1, 2022.

333-008-0010: In the 2021 legislative session, HB 3369 expanded who may recommend medical marijuana...

Oregon`s 2021 Marijuana Bill and Technical Package Hearing

Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, including Statement of Need and Fiscal Impact

(SALEM, Ore.) - This is a Notice of Public Hearing (Virtual) which will take place at 10:00 AM on December 20th, 2021.

This rule package amends and adopts marijuana and hemp rules to implement 2021 legislation and make technical updates.

Why You Should Apply for a Medical Marijuana Card

Legal cannabis use is a stress reliever in many ways

(SALEM, Ore.) - Marijuana has a history that spans over 5,000 years. It is known to help ease and/or alleviate a number of ailments, including nausea, pain and glaucoma.

There are many factors that play a role in improving health and wellness, and for millions of people around the world, marijuana is a part of the plan.

Why You Should Buy Pet CBD Online

Do some research and find the ideal product for your pet.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Looking after our pets can be difficult, time-consuming, and costly, but as a responsible pet owner who loves their companion, it is something that you must do.

It is vital to ensure your pet is healthy and happy, look after their general wellbeing, and ensure they get the right nutrition, among other things.

Former Oregon Man Faces 60 years in Federal Prison for Marijuana Scheme

He illegally exported Oregon marijuana out of state and laundered proceeds.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Between January 2017 and June 2020, 29-year old Dante Baldocchi purchased marijuana in Oregon and shipped it to Georgia where he and others sold it to distributors in the Atlanta area and in North Carolina.

Baldocchi faces a maximum sentence of 60 years in federal prison with a five-year mandatory minimum, a $5.5 million fine and four years of supervised release. He will be sentenced January 6, 2022.

Key Congressional Committee Advances Bill To Repeal Federal Marijuana Prohibition

Based on recent history, the MORE Act has a viable path for passage in the House

(WASHINGTON D.C.) - The legislation’s provisions remove marijuana from the federal Controlled Substances Act — thereby eliminating the existing conflict between state and federal marijuana laws and providing states with the authority to be the primary arbiters of cannabis policy within their jurisdictions.

While the substance is not without harm, cannabis is objectively less harmful than legal and regulated alcohol and tobacco.