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Stay on Cannabis Plant Limits for Growers Transitioning to OLCC

Recent Bulletin from Oregon Medical Marijuana Program (OMMP)

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - In the 2016 Legislative Session, the Legislature passed SB 1511 which allows for a stay on plant limits for medical marijuana growers applying to be licensed by the Oregon Liquor Control Commission (OLCC).

In order to be eligible for the stay on plant limits, a medical marijuana grower must do the following...

REVIEW: Real One`s Shatter Shots Bring Cannabis Tinctures into the Spotlight

Want a shot? How about a Shatter Shot? Cannabis to the rescue!

(SALEM, Ore.) - In a world where cannabis giants are springing up before our eyes, entrepreneur/innovator Real One has been rooted for many years, a homegrown product of the cannabis community.

This spring, a new line of products, Real One's Dab With Me Shatter Shots, join his official Pothead Music & Merchandise store.

Oregon Senator Merkley Integral in Passing Banking Services for Legal Cannabis Businesses

Appropriations Committee Passes Merkley-Murray Amendment to Provide Access to Banking Services for Legal Marijuana Businesses

(WASHINGTON D.C.) - At long last, Oregon's legal cannabis business industry is within sight of being able to access the banking system. It's a no-brainer that anyone doing business and receiving money should have a bank account, but until today, there was no light at the end of the tunnel.

Right now, legally operated cannabis businesses in Oregon and other states with legal cannabis have a seriously hard time accessing any banks. Why? It's simple: banks and credit unions that provide them services can be sanctioned or shut down under federal law.

OLCC Approves Cannabis Tracking System 3rd Party Software Providers

Allows for Integration with Point of Sale, Inventory Systems Eliminates Need for Double Entry

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - The Oregon Liquor Control Commission and Metrc(TM) have approved four software solution providers whose products are compatible for integration with the Oregon Recreational Marijuana Program Cannabis Tracking System (CTS).

These products will allow OLCC recreational marijuana licensees to electronically transmit inventory and sales data into the CTS.

Marijuana Edibles and Oils for Sale to Oregon Adults

A big step for recreational marijuana use in Oregon

(SALEM, Ore.) - You may have noticed your neighborhood medical marijuana dispensary was very busy yesterday. That was the case at most Salem, Oregon locations, with full parking lots nearly everywhere I visited.

All the hubbub was a new milestone: as of yesterday, Oregonians 21+ are able to purchase marijuana edible, extract and oil products, in set amounts.

Still Wavy after All These Years
Flower Geezer turns 80.

Wavy Gravy - Counterculture Saint

(SALEM, Ore.) - Wavy has been there since the beginning of the Counterculture. He famously was Master of Ceremonies at Woodstock. He was a fixture at Peace Gatherings.

Wavy and his AIM buddy John Trudell joined in on a number of environmental causes. They again shared a cell with their pal and John's roommate Jackson Browne and 1900 others at the huge 1981 protest against the Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant.

OMMP Launches Mandatory Inventory Reporting System at Public Meetings

Mandatory reports are DUE July 10, and there are harsh penalties for failure to do so.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - The Oregon Medical Marijuana Program (OMMP) at the Oregon Health Authority has scheduled a series of public meetings around the state to present its new online inventory reporting system for marijuana and marijuana products.

New reporting rules that took effect March 1 (OAR 333-008-0630, 333-008-1248 and 333-008-1830) require growers, dispensaries and processors to report to OMMP information about the production and transfer of medical marijuana.

17th Annual Portland Global Cannabis March & Rally this Saturday

Event begins at HIGH NOON at Pioneer Courthouse Square featuring Garcia Birthday Band, The Hill Dogs, Mack & Dub, Bad Habitat, Justin James Bridges and John Cornett & Friends; the March kicks off at 4 pm.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - On Saturday, May 7, 2016, nearly 300 cities worldwide, including Portland, Oregon, will participate in the 17th Annual Global Cannabis March.

We march to stand in solidarity for cannabis consumer rights. While marijuana may be legal under state law, it is still illegal under federal law. We march to effect change on the federal level. We march for the right of employees to use marijuana in their off hours, just as employees can consume alcohol in their off hours. We march so renters can consume marijuana in their own homes without fear of eviction...

Marijuana Extracts, Topicals and Edibles for Oregon Starts June 2

The 2016 Legislature expanded "early sales" of limited marijuana products from Oregon's medical marijuana dispensaries.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Oregon voters passed Measure 91 in 2014, allowing recreational use of marijuana by adults 21+. Nearly immediately, the more than 70,000 legal patients in the state felt the impact of the measure on the medical program.

Here is the latest update from the Oregon Health Authority, explaining what dispensaries can expect as they open up more “early sales” for recreational customers, allowing them to purchase additional products before recreational stores are open.

The Hemp & Cannabis Fair Returns to Highlight Local Businesses and Education

April 16-17, 2016 will see the return of the THC Fair at the Oregon State Fairgrounds & Expo.
This event is restricted to 21+

(SALEM, Ore.) - Locally produced and managed in Oregon, The Hemp & Cannabis Fair - “THC Fair” - brings together local dispensaries, smoke shops, horticulture and hemp-based products to make this a one-stop destination for anyone curious about hemp or cannabis.

“We are excited to return to Salem, bringing new vendors and new learning sessions to this wonderful community!” said Naomi Forkash, THC Fair Director.