AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoCBD Regulation: The EU’s food safety watchdog EFSA has issued its first positive opinion for CBD in food, clearing a CBD oil-based supplement for adults (up to 2 mg/day) and paving the way for a Novel Foods approval vote. Medical Cannabis Safety: Maine health officials warned patients about a contaminated “Deep Sea” cannabis concentrate sold by Ganja World after testing found unsafe butane levels; the product was removed while the investigation continues. Public Health & Treatment: A 10-year study in Israel reports medical cannabis for chronic low back pain cut opioid use by 90%, with major drops in pain intensity and disability. Drug Enforcement (Asia): Singapore authorities arrested two Malaysians at Tuas Checkpoint after seizing about 10.2 kg of cannabis hidden on a motorcycle; importing over 500g can carry the death penalty. Drug Enforcement (Africa): CNB in Singapore also reported an islandwide anti-drug operation with 82 arrests and 1,151g of cannabis seized. Industry/Access: Curaleaf opened a new Fishtown dispensary and relocated a Hartford site to Meriden, expanding patient access in Pennsylvania and Connecticut. Cannabis & Teens Debate: A new report argues legalization may be linked to higher teen marijuana use, though experts dispute the strength of that claim.
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