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Legislative Update

By Patrick J. Hines, Matthew Parker, and Fallon Martin of Hodgson Russ LLP In the last issue of Cannabuff, we discussed the landmark passage of the Marihuana Regulation and Taxation Act (“MRTA”). Since then, while there has been much excitement, there has not been much action to impleme...
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Scientific Update Fall 2019

This article was first seen in print as part of our Scientific Update column where readers can catch up on the latest scientific news about cannabis as it relates to our region. Researchers Debate NY Medical Marijuana Laws in Journal of the American Medical Association. In February of this year, r...
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$250,000 Recovered at State Park

When most Americans hear about drug smuggling, they assume this activity is taking place at the southern border with Mexico. This was not the case when US Border Patrol agents intercepted packages containing roughly $250,000 worth of marijuana at Whirlpool State Park in Niagara Falls. Border Patrol...
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Hemp Extraction: A Look inside Plant Science Laboratories

We recently took a trip to Plant Science Laboratories to learn about hemp processing. Plant Science Laboratories is a local dietary supplement manufacturer for the Food and Nutrition industry, and they specialize in the dehydration and milling of nutritional raw materials. They are the largest manuf...
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Headshop Highlight: Elevated Smoke Shop

Looking for something to do on a long weekend? Take a visit to Cheektowaga and you’ll see why Elevated Smoke Shop is Buffalo’s premier shop for local and artist made glass. If you’re someone who appreciates a good piece of glass and you haven’t been to Elevated Smoke Shop the...
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Business Spotlight: Sativa Remedy

Company ProfileCompany Name: Sativa RemedyTagline: “Hemp Made Easy”Website: https://sativaremedy.com/Social: @SativaRemedy  About the Company:Sativa Remedy sells industrial hemp CBD products. Wow, Factor:Sativa Remedy searches for and vets CBD manufacturers throughout the country....
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City of Buffalo Gets New Medical Marijuana Dispensary

A new medical marijuana dispensary has opened in downtown Buffalo. The Botanist is the retail brand of industry giant, Acreage Holdings (CNQ: ACRG.U). The dispensary is located on Seneca Street across from the Pierce-Arrow Transportation Museum.  The store currently stocks products from other...
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NY Releases Updated Hemp Regulations

New York has recently revised and released newly amended regulations regarding marijuana and hemp in May 2021. These health regulations were amended due to an outcry from the public. The New York State Department of Health changes will allow the public to use medical marijuana and cannabinoid hemp f...
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Bob Marley’s Son to Bring Cannabis Production Plant to Buffalo

Rohan Marley, the son of the late Bob Marley, has expressed interest in establishing a cannabis production facility in Buffalo. Marley is working with other members of Ace Ventures and representatives from the city of Buffalo to see the success of the plan. The facility is expected to create over 50...
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