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Hemp Under Fire in Texas as DEA seeks to reschedule Marijuana

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The hemp industry in Texas is at a pivotal moment as lawmakers consider significant restrictions. Senate Bill 3, introduced by Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, aims to ban all THC products, including hemp-derived items like delta-8 and delta-9 THC. Critics warn this could severely impact an indus…
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A Crossroads for the Texas Hemp Industry

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Dear Readers, and Industry Colleagues As we step into 2025, it’s impossible to ignore the pivotal moment we’re facing in the Texas hemp industry. The announcement of Senate Bill 3 has cast a shadow of uncertainty over the future of hemp in our state. For years, The Texas Hemp Reporter has been a …
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T&T Roots Opens First Storefront in Lufkin

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This past year has been good to Luke Temple of T&T Roots. On Oct. 18, he was crowned the first-ever Texas Terpene King for his Legendary Platinum OG Rosin, which placed first in the Taste of Texas Hemp Cup’s premiere concentrates competition.   Temple launched his organic hemp farm in 20…
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Champs Trade Show Las Vegas Winter

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The CHAMPS Trade Show, a cornerstone event in the counterculture industry since 1999, is set to return to the Las Vegas Convention Center from February 12th to 15th, 2025. This premier business-to-business expo brings together a diverse array of exhibitors, including manufacturers, distributors, …
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Hemp Industry Leaders of Texas demand Law enforcement stop using questionable standards

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Police Across Texas Using Faulty Testing to Raid Small Businesses Selling Legal Hemp Hemp Industry Leaders of Texas Demand Law Enforcement Stop Using Questionable Standards For Information: Kevin Lampe, Kurth Lampe Worldwide, 312-617-7280, [email protected] Over the past year, local police and…
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Cultivating Wellness: The Journey of Endozondo Farm

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Endozondo Farm, a Texas-based hemp operation, was born from a passion for natural wellness and a desire to offer affordable alternatives to traditional medicine. Founded by Arturo Elizondo and his family, the farm’s mission goes beyond cultivation—they are committed to sustainable farming, commun…
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Illinois – Calls for Sensible Hemp Industry Regulation

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Illinois Healthy Alternatives Association Calls for Sensible Hemp Industry Regulation   Governor Pritzker is scheduled to hold a press conference on Friday to address issues in the hemp industry. The Illinois Healthy Alternatives Association, comprising retailers, growers, manufacturers, and…
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Lt. Governor’s Prohibition Push: History Repeats in Texas Hemp Debate

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  When Lt. Governor Dan Patrick announced Senate Bill 3 to ban all forms of THC in Texas, he drew from a familiar political playbook. His declaration that “thousands of stores have opened to sell all types of dangerous products with unlimited THC” echoes rhetoric used to justify …
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A Talk with Tejas: Diving Deep into Synthetics with Aaron Owens

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There is a crossroads in the hemp industry where many stakeholders clash. Some business owners and investors believe synthetic THC products should….
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CenTex CBD Wins Landmark Victory Against Sweet Sensi

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A Travis County jury has issued a unanimous and decisive verdict against Sweet Sensi, awarding CenTex CBD $95,722 in exemplary damages in addition to compensatory damages. The case, which began as a simple $3,400 product complaint, escalated into a contentious two-year legal battle marked by accu…
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Interns Wanted

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Texas Hemp Reporter is seeking spring/summer interns to join the team from January 15 – June 20, 2025. 
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Jury Finds LoneStar Farms, LLC, “d/b/a” Sweet Sensi Committed Constructive Fraud Against CenTex CBD

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CenTex CBD beat back a claim by LoneStar Farms LLC, better known as Sweet Sensi, and their lawyer, Lisa Pittman, of misappropriation of trade secrets and intellectual property and allegations of unethical conduct.
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Errganix Hemp Farm is This Year’s Hemp Flower Champion

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Errganix Hemp Farm won this year’s Taste of Texas Hemp Cup flower competition with its Michigan Cherries submission.
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Keeping The Hemp Industry Strong

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As the 89th Texas Legislative session approaches, William Oboyle, founder of MedaLeaf, said he doesn’t believe lawmakers will move to take the state’s hemp industry backward. 
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Upcoming Events

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With the rapid growth of the hemp industry in Texas, upcoming events and workshops offer invaluable opportunities to connect with industry leaders, acquire practical insights, and engage in meaningful advocacy.
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Sweet Sensi vs. CENTEX CBD

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(article published late august 2024) CenTex CBD, LLC v. LoneStar Farms, LLC d/b/a Sweet Sensi CBD In a high-stakes legal battle that could shape the future of hemp innovation in Texas, CenTex CBD, LLC and LoneStar Farms, LLC (operating as Sweet Sensi CBD) are locked in a dispute over trade secret…
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LEAFLY

Big new study tracks cannabis replacing alcohol as a daily…
– Emily Earlenbaugh

Adults ages 50 to 65 will be next to make […]

CBD Isolate Gummies—Extract Labs, Colorado, USA, 2024
– Max Savage Levenson

An independent, expert review of premium CBD gummies from Colorado. […]

These states could legalize cannabis in 2025
– Max Savage Levenson

Cannabis reform could arrive in nine states this year. Yet […]

Cannabis Law Report

Media Report: Lawsuit initiated by former state senator, John Kuehn,…
– Sean Hocking

The Nebraska Examiner Alleges state treasurer and Revenue Department would […]

Parent of Raw cannabis rolling papers wins $8.7M in copyright-infringement…
– Sean Hocking

MJ Biz The Arizona-based parent company of Raw cannabis rolling […]

Now It Appears New Massachusetts CCC Director Appointment Mired In…
– Sean Hocking

Now, according to independent journalist Grant Smith – Ellis , […]

Cannabis Industry Journal

CSQ Launches Compliance Toolkit for Colorado Operators Following the Certification’s…
– Rick Biros

CSQ’s accredited certification program, along with its Certification Body, ASI are […]

Don’t Reinvent The Wheel: A Tour of ASTM Standards for…
– Rick Biros

In our previous article, we delved into the foundational ASTM International […]

Hemp Today

U.S. court upholds intoxicating hemp restrictions in Virginia, as Farm…
– HempToday®

A U.S. appeals court has upheld a Virginia law that […]

Research suggests microbes can enhance CBD yield and fiber quality…
– HempToday®

A study by researchers at the University of Houston suggests […]

Guyana’s hemp industry set to launch with CEO appointment to…
– HempToday®

Guyana is on the cusp of a significant milestone in […]

Ganjapreneur

New York Supreme Court Judge Rules Warrantless Raids on Unlicensed…
– TG Branfalt

A New York Supreme Court Judge on Monday ruled that […]

Arkansas Gov. Plans to Use Medical Cannabis Tax Revenues to…
– TG Branfalt

During her State of the State address on Tuesday, Arkansas […]

Workers at Four Nevada Cannabis Businesses Ratify First Union Contract
– TG Branfalt

Workers at three Ayr Wellness dispensaries and a delivery depot […]