Uruguay’s Cannabis Trade: Exports Forge New Frontiers
Since becoming the first nation to legalise cannabis in 2013, Uruguay has witnessed significant growth in its cannabis industry. By 2023, the Oriental Republic celebrated its sixth consecutive year of cannabis exports, amassing over USD 27 million in revenue. With more than 100 active companies in the field, Uruguay’s cannabis industry is expanding rapidly, driven […]
Import Trends of Cannabis to Germany: 31 tonnes in 2023
Germany, a pivotal player in the European Union, finds itself at the forefront of cannabis regulatory reform. Recent developments signal a transformative shift in the country’s approach to cannabis importation and legalization. In this thorough analysis, we delve into the nuanced dynamics of Germany’s cannabis import trends, deciphering their implications for forthcoming legal reforms and […]
Cannabis for war veterans? PTSD in medical cannabis access schemes
Ukraine made the headlines in July 2023 with the announcement of medical cannabis legalisation, in a move with the stated goal to cope with the psychological long-lasting effects of war, and trauma of combat veterans in particular. Today at Cannamonitor we are discussing the body of evidence regarding the use of cannabis for PTSD, as well […]
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly of the German model of legalisation
An update by the German Health and Agriculture Ministers on the key points of cannabis legalisation has left a bittersweet aftertaste for many cannabis industry stakeholders. Plans of a nation-wide, fully regulated market announced in October have been watered down to a strong decriminalisation model with home-growing and clubs, to be unfolded immediately, and regional scientific […]