News
A collection of news, blogs and updates to keep you aligned with the latest Shweed developments.
Regulating Cultivation: How it Affects Hemp and Cannabis in the UK
Outdated hemp cultivation regulations and laws mean that cultivators, manufacturers and brand owners are continuing to lose out on a huge CBD market that appears to be going nowhere.
Cannabis Tours and Legal Hurdles: What’s the Deal with Germany’s Cannabis Legalisation?
German lawmakers have been busy touring American and Canadian cannabis dispensaries while facing the reality of policy hurdles in preparation for legalisation.
Four Years of Cannabis Legalisation: Canada’s Legacy
When it comes to cannabis, Canada has long been considered one of the world’s most progressive nations. We take a look at Canada’s cannabis legacy.
What Does the Election of Liz Truss Mean for the UK’s Cannabis Industry?
The first full week of September 2022 has been one of celebration, shock, and mourning. Not only has the country welcomed a new Prime Minister, but it has also saluted the passing of the longest-reigning monarch in Britain’s history. Just two days after swearing in...
The Unstoppable Progression of the US Cannabis Market
Continuing with our series of cannabis market analysis, we are taking a closer look at the ever-progressing cannabis market in the US.
What are Synthetic Cannabinoids and What Role do They Play in Pharmaceuticals?
Both medical and recreational ‘cannabis’ sectors are beginning to see the adoption of synthetic cannabinoids – but what are they?
National CBD Day: Understanding the Growing Popularity of CBD
In honour of National CBD Day, we here at Shweed are going to be taking a closer look at the medicinal properties of CBD, the history of its use and the view for the future.
What is GMP and What Does it Mean for the Cannabis Industry?
We aim to explain how GMP regulations are applied to medical cannabis products and why they are important.
Thailand’s Government Facing Controversy Over Cannabis
In June 2022, Thailand made history by becoming the first south-east Asian country to decriminalise cannabis. But the government is now facing backlash over the reforms.
Evolving Cannabis Markets: The Lookout in Europe (Part 2)
In our last article in this series, we analysed the current situation in Western Europe. This time, we will be looking further East, to understand how cannabis markets are evolving in Eastern Europe.