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Caribbean cannabis sector targets legal markets and exports
business2 months ago

Caribbean cannabis sector targets legal markets and exports

Caribbean cannabis growers in Antigua and Jamaica are expanding licensed cultivation, developing multiple strains with medicinal value, and lobbying for full legalisation to enable regulated production and export. The industry faces high costs and regulatory hurdles, but governments are building frameworks and training programs to curb illicit trade, boost research, and keep profits local, with possible cross-border opportunities if US policy shifts allow imports.

Rising Cannabis Use Among Psychosis Patients Sparks Medical Concerns
health6 months ago

Rising Cannabis Use Among Psychosis Patients Sparks Medical Concerns

A study in JAMA Psychiatry links marijuana legalization to a nearly 10% increase in use among people with psychosis, raising concerns about public health and safety. Despite evidence of health risks, including the potential to cause psychosis, pro-legalization efforts continue, though public support is waning as awareness of harms grows. Experts call for stronger regulation and honest messaging to address these issues.