A German court has ruled in favor of allowing seriously ill patients to grow their own cannabis for medical treatment. But the ruling, with certain stipulations, could still prevent self-cultivation for some patients. Michael F. is seriously ill. For more than 20 years, the craftsman from the western German city of Mannheim has suffered from [...]

Woven into the fabric of the human body is an intricate system of proteins known as cannabinoid receptors that are specifically designed to process cannabinoids such as tetrahydrocannabinol (THC).

The last few weeks have been uniquely significant in the decades-long battle to end global prohibition of cannabis. Landmark ballots in Washington and Colorado have caused ripples throughout the industry, affecting cannabis politics worldwide. No final word from the federal government Despite initial statements from the federal government that their stance on cannabis remains unchanged, [...]

Until now, the question of whether a dispensary can claim to be a non-profit organization has been a contentious issue within California’s medical cannabis industry. In the past, prosecutors have attempted to convict dispensary owners if patients had been supplied with cannabis, without having had a physical role in its cultivation. Essentially, this implies that even [...]

A film produced by famous smuggler, author and activist Robert Platshorn and award winning film maker Walter J. Collins.

By the time aggressive breast cancers begin to invade and metastasize surrounding tissue, survival and rehabilitation of the sufferer is highly unlikely. Very little is understood of the complex genetic processes at work during the final stages of the disease, and there are currently few treatment options available.

Uruguay has no specific legislation for cannabis, making its legal status a somewhat gray area. Personal possession and consumption are generally tolerated but cultivation and supply are seen as far more serious issues which – although not a widespread problem – are often punishable by harsh prison sentences.

This year marks Cultiva’s fifth anniversary and Sensi Seeds will of course be present to celebrate the occasion! Be sure to drop by the Sensi Seeds stand (nr.25) to say hello and take advantage of our special Cultiva promotions! For more information about the programme, here is the event flyer. See you all there!

By Paul Armentano AlterNet The government and mainstream media frequently publicise studies touting the purported dangers of cannabis, while consistently ignoring scientific evidence that demonstrates the opposite. While studies touting the purported dangers of cannabis are frequently pushed by the federal government and, therefore, all but assured mainstream media coverage, scientific conclusions rebutting pot propaganda [...]

Five Scientific Conclusions about Cannabis the Mainstream Media Doesn’t Want You to Know By Paul Armentano 1. Cannabis use is associated with lower mortality risk in patients with psychotic disorders In the years immediately prior to the passage of the federal Marihuana Tax Act of 1937, exploitation journalists routinely, yet baselessly, claimed that cannabis use [...]