Apr 23rd, 2024 - Last month I attended the Future Harvest Farmer's Conference in College Park Maryland and the Mid-Atlantic Black Farmer's Caucus Inaugural Conference at Howard University.  Both conferences were full of valuable information that applies to my daily life.   Back in 2020, I decided that I wanted to be a registered farmer as I love to garden and grow plants, but I found a new love in growing medicinal herbs, fruits, and vegetables. With the "pending" legalization of cannabis in ... [Read More]

Apr 21st, 2024 - The $150 million class action lawsuit against 14 cannabis brands for mislabeling THC as hemp in Georgia highlights the uncertain legal status of cannabis in Atlanta. You can smell the complex tapestry of state and local laws, societal perceptions, and the burgeoning potential of a legal market in the air. Georgia finds itself at a crossroads, weighing the social impact against the economic advantages.  The status reminds me of my hometown of Denver, back in 2014 when recreational cannabis ... [Read More]

Apr 21st, 2024 - Entering the Kentucky Cannabis Conference is a daunting experience. Images from the book "The Human Cost of Marihuana Prohibition" by presenter Tamara Lyn Netzel, line the walkway leading to the conference hall.  The photographs documenting the ravages of the criminal injustice system are a stark reminder of the reality that for another 9 months, Kentucky will continue to be one of the states where antiquated thinking about cannabis at the legislative level results in obsolete, draconian ... [Read More]

Apr 10th, 2024 - I attended day two of Hall of Flowers in Ventura and what an interesting experience for this East Coast gal. Here's a recap of my recent visit.    But first, I want to address one point: I support all women to feel safe, and secure, and not to be threatened in any situation. I know there is controversy surrounding this year's event, but I'm giving my perspective on what I saw, who I met, and who I had conversations with.  I'm not commenting on the controversy here because I ... [Read More]

Apr 9th, 2024 - It was a cool weekend in Boston when people and companies from across the Northeast came together for the first Northeast Cannabis Conference of 2024. The first day of Spring had passed, but winter still had its grip firmly on this harbor town.  Friday dawned cool and clear, with a hint of spring in the sky, the perfect weather for a massive 420 gathering. Saturday brought dense clouds and a constant drizzle, but even the rain couldn't dampen spirits.  About NECANN Boston is the ... [Read More]

Apr 8th, 2024 - Stardust Bee is a practicing astrologer based in Denver, Colorado. Her passion is distilling traditional astrological wisdom into guidance fit for the contemporary world. Her careful, analytical approach is meant to help individuals navigate their lives on their own terms while understanding the cosmic weather patterns. You can visit her website and get a personalized, astrological report at pollenandstardust.com . Ready for more astrology? Follow StardustBee2023 on Instagram! April Generally ... [Read More]

Apr 2nd, 2024 - Imagine green rolling hills with eucalyptus and olive trees, a community of cannabis and wine enthusiasts, and perfect California weather. This was the setting of the Sunstone Winery and Budist Gala I attended in the picturesque Santa Ynez Valley.   Sunstone Winery: A Welcome Retreat Sunstone Winery is stunning - but with a dose of casual and cool California is known for. A French Chateau sits on the property, shipped from France in 40 cargo containers, by the Rice family who started ... [Read More]

Apr 2nd, 2024 - Event season is here and I'm so excited to share the first of many conventions I'm attending this year and arguably the one I'm most excited for so far. I got the chance to talk with the Director of Marketing Angela Grelle about not just how CannaCon came to be but also how she came to cannabis. She is such an amazing, passionate woman & you can tell she truly loves what she does. I can't wait to meet the whole team and see how they manage to make it happen every year.  1. Where did ... [Read More]

Apr 1st, 2024 - Spannabis Day 0: Arrival at ICBC My second year in Catalonia, España for Spannabis 2024 was a whirlwind of sensory experiences, professional networking, and a kaleidoscope of cannabis culture. It was a journey that began with a 5-hour flight from Jalisco, Mexico connecting one day later on a 7-hour red-eye out of New York City. After landing at 8:30 am, and getting through customs and immigration, I Ubered directly to my digs in the Gothic Quarter arriving around 11:00 am. Once quickly ... [Read More]

Mar 26th, 2024 - Cannabis Prohibition For centuries, cannabis has been a powerful wellness remedy, a stress reliever, and a recreational pastime. Yet, the mainstream media has portrayed cannabis as a villain with a bad reputation for decades. This is mainly due to racially motivated laws that were put in place in the mid-1900s such as: The Marihuana Tax Act of 1937  taxed the sale of cannabis throughout the United States out of fear and prejudice related to Mexican immigration. The approval of the ... [Read More]