AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoHemp Rule Fight (Texas): A Texas appeals court lifted a stay, letting the state enforce its challenged “Total THC” hemp rules while litigation continues—meaning child-resistant packaging, testing, a 0.3% THC limit, and higher retailer licensing fees are back in play. Medical & Market Signals (Michigan): Michigan’s 25% wholesale cannabis tax is underperforming, pulling in far less than projected in early 2026, with industry critics blaming the rate for pushing buyers toward the illicit market. Enforcement & Seizures (Global): Police in Nairobi’s Kibra dismantled an alleged drug network, recovering cannabis rolls plus syringes and tablets; in India, customs at Delhi Airport seized 15.38 kg of hydroponic cannabis hidden in electric water heaters. Industry & Labor (Illinois): Teamsters authorized a strike at Ascend Wellness over contract talks, wages, health care, and workplace protections for cannabis workers. Hemp-to-Fashion (US): Choose Your Change announced a Sept. 19–20 Brooklyn Farm-to-Fabric Hemp Textile & Fashion Showcase to connect hemp farmers, manufacturers, and designers.
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