by Grow Up Conference | Sep 5, 2023 | Media Partners, Psychedelic News Wire
Even though psychedelics have been illegal since the 1970s, psychedelic use among people has surged in recent years, partly due to claims of psychedelics’ therapeutic properties and the fact that younger generations are increasingly moving away from alcohol and tobacco. For people looking to try psychedelics for the first time, acquiring the relevant knowledge and making adequate preparation is the difference between having a positive and impactful psychedelic experience and a negative experience.
With that in mind, American psychologist, author and psychedelic advocate Timothy Leary has broken down the psychedelic experience into five key stages or levels.
Level 1 is often quite subtle and leaves users feeling content and comfortable. This level is akin to dipping toes into the water to get a feel of the psychedelic experience. This level is associated with effects such as experiencing slightly elated emotions, slightly heightened awareness especially when listening to music, light synesthesia, enhanced senses, mindfulness, presence and peace.
Small doses of LSD and psilocybin as well as cannabis can result in a level 1 experience.
Level 2 is when things start to get serious. Users will become increasingly aware of changes in perception and a lifting of the barrier separating the spiritual from the physical. This stage is when users start feeling a greater connection to nature and the world. They will also experience visual effects such as slight kaleidoscopic visions and geometric shapes.
Emotional responses will also be significantly amplified during this stage and can go from one extreme to another on a whim.
Level 3 is often what people refer to when they describe a psychedelic trip. It is the metaphorical belly of the psychedelic beast where many psychonauts make profound and life-changing realizations that impact their perception of life moving forward.
Users will see strong visual hallucinations such as tracers and fractals during this stage and experience altered sound perception, increased sensitivity to physical stimulus, high empathy levels and even uncontrolled laughter.
Level 4 is often referred to as the point of no turning back by many psychonauts. Users are fully immersed in the psychedelic experience at this stage and often need “trip sitters” to guide them through the sometimes overwhelming experience.
This level sees psychedelic users begin to shed certain levels of their ego or self and start to change previously entrenched perceptions about life. It is characterized by high-level hallucinations, otherworldly visuals, reality dissolution, memory amplification, contact with spiritual entities, deep introspection, philosophical insights and life-changing introspectiveness.
Level 5 represents the tipping point where psychedelic users reach a nonhuman transcendent state of consciousness and experience ego dissolution/ego death. At this level of the psychedelic experience, users will experience intense feelings of wonder, synesthesia, ego death, disorientation, potent closed-and open-eye visions and life-altering introspection.
However, users may require a sitter to help them through this stage because they may also experience nausea, temporarily compromised physical functions, dizziness and strong anxiety and fear.
Adequate preparation before a psychedelic trip may reduce a user’s risk of having a negative psychedelic experience.
Many psychedelic companies such as atai Life Sciences N.V. (NASDAQ: ATAI) are running drug-development programs looking into how psychedelic trips can be possibly shortened without compromising the therapeutic potential of the experience so that patients can reap the benefits of these treatments without exposing themselves to the potential of a bad trip.
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by Grow Up Conference | Sep 5, 2023 | Garden Culture Magazine, Media Partners
Gathering and examining data on your growing environment can have a powerful impact on understanding how various factors influence plant yield or the expression of their genetic traits. Data is information that will put your finger on the pulse of your garden or farm, and gathering it doesn’t have to be a daunting high-tech solution. Don’t immediately leap to greenhouse computer brains and field sensors. My great-grandmother kept a simple log of our family farm, noting the daily weather, farm activities, crop issues, and other significant events, including the births of the children in our family. I treasure that journal to this day. So, get excited about gathering data! Connect with your plants on a deeper level, and, who knows, maybe you’re leaving a family legacy. Here are some tips and tricks on collecting great data and leveraging that information to grow healthy, beautiful plants.
Document Pest/Disease Emergence
When do the Japanese beetles start attacking your roses? When do the cucumber beetles arrive to shred up your leaves? When does your squash get powdery mildew in the fall? Knowing when a pest or disease shows up is paramount to preventing them in the future. Log who you see and when they show up to inform future pest forecasting.
Daily Temperature, Humidity, and Weather Events
Not every year will have the same weather at the same time, but documenting and learning the temperature and weather patterns will help you predict the arrival of pest and disease pressures in the future. For example, how many days of 50℉ weather does it take before I see cucumber beetles attacking my plants? If you note these environmental variables, you can begin to correlate them with a pest presence. Once you know you’ve hit the environmental window that favors the life cycle of your pest or disease, you can take a preventative approach to management. Crushing a problem before it begins is much easier than reacting to an acute problem.
Sticky Traps for Pest Population Monitoring
These sticky traps are commonly misused to control flying insects such as aphids, leaf miners, fungus gnats, thrips, white flies, black flies, midges, and other flying plant insects. Although they may do a good bit of population reduction, sticky traps are more than just a trap! They are there to catch insects so you can identify who they are and how many are in your garden. Often, you will see sticky traps with a little grid printed on the trap; this is for counting. If you count the number of insects weekly and subtract the previous counts from the most recent count, you can tell how severe an infestation is and if a pest population is increasing or decreasing over time. This can help you understand if a treatment you might have tried is working. Also, sticky traps won’t necessarily solve your pest problem. For example, if you have a fungus gnat issue, sticky traps won’t solve your problem if you are not addressing soil moisture levels. Do not rely on them to obliterate a pest issue. Think holistically about the pest life cycle and attack them where they are vulnerable.
Soil and Plant Tissue Testing
Many home gardeners do not want to carry the expense of lab testing. The stakes are lower for the hobby gardener, but if you are a commercial producer of any kind, you will want to understand how your nutrient regimen affects your crop. Getting a side-by-side soil-saturated media extract (SME) test along with a plant sap or plant tissue test can be powerful in unlocking your understanding of the soil-plant interface, crop performance, and fertilizer utilization.
Soil pH, Moisture, and Soil Electrical Conductivity (EC)
You can gather these data points in the field in a low-tech approach with relatively inexpensive store-bought meters or send a sample to a lab for measurement. Hobby gardeners and commercial producers will get a firm understanding of field conditions with these data points, which is essential because these variables dictate the ability of a crop to properly uptake the nutrients.
Don’t Over Collect Data
Meaningful data but less data is better than tons of useless information. Over-collecting data is a very easy mistake to make. This habit can be a waste of time and can get overwhelming. Instead, approach your data collection with a strategic attitude. Know why you are collecting a particular piece of information and have a plan on how you are going to use it. How will you aggregate the data to see patterns? How will you look back and analyze trends over time? These questions will help dial in your method of documentation. Is it a spreadsheet, a journal, or a bunch of notes scribbled on a calendar? Any of these methods will work as long as you have a clear plan on which data you need and how you intend to access that information in the future.
I know data collection can sound like a snore-fest or feel cumbersome, but I believe it can be empowering and informative. Farmers have always thrived on their observations because it connects them more deeply with their production. Data can be a powerful anchor to your observations and provide vital information. So unleash your garden nerd and document your amazing observations because it will pay off!
by Grow Up Conference | Sep 5, 2023 | Cannabis News Wire, Media Partners
Investors, business executives, researchers, and industry leaders, are invited to attend NECANN’s New York Cannabis & Hemp Convention to be held in Albany, New York from September 29 – 30, 2023. The highly anticipated event will focus on the latest trends in the cannabis and hemp industry. The convention serves as a unique platform to connect with industry leaders and explores the limitless possibilities within the cannabis and hemp sectors.
Featuring thought-provoking exhibits and engaging sessions, the New York Cannabis & Hemp Convention is designed to create a lasting impact on the participants. The immersive atmosphere will encourage attendees to share their experiences and gain valuable insights. As a perfect blend of opportunity, passion, and creativity, the two-day event will feature leading brands from different parts of the cannabis and hemp industries. Attendees will get an opportunity to explore a wide range of products.
Shaping the Cannabis and Hemp Industries
The main highlight of the convention is knowledge sharing. Keynote speakers and industry experts will take insightful seminars to discuss the latest trends and innovations in the industry. The thought-provoking panel discussions will provide a glimpse into the latest innovations in the industry. Attendees will get an opportunity to learn about industry trends, cannabis regulations, medical innovations, and investment opportunities.
The New York Cannabis & Hemp Convention will showcase the transformative potential of hemp across different industries, including food, textiles, construction, and beverages. It will enable participants to foster a collaborative environment that reveals innovative ideas and the latest advancements in the hemp industry. Attendees will get a golden opportunity to share their experiences, challenges, and stories, while ensuring an equitable cannabis landscape.
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by Grow Up Conference | Sep 5, 2023 | Grow Opportunity, Media Partners
On September 1, the latest issue of Grow Opportunity magazine went live.
Inside the Sep/Oct issue, readers will find a tour of Calgary-based LPs OGEN and Distinkt Cannabis, as well as an additional feature showcasing the cultivation methods of two other standard LPs and one micro cultivator.
This issue also takes a look at cultural appropriation in the emerging psychedelics industry, and tackles the nuts and bolts of trade-dress in a digital world along with winning post-harvest techniques for producers.
Read the digital issue here.
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by Grow Up Conference | Sep 5, 2023 | Cannabis Prospect Magazine, Media Partners
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by Grow Up Conference | Sep 5, 2023 | Cannabis Prospect Magazine, Media Partners
by Grow Up Conference | Sep 5, 2023 | Grow Opportunity, Media Partners
(CNW) St. John’s, N.L. — Atlantic Cultivation, a craft cannabis cultivator and processor based in St. John’s, NL, has executed a significant acquisition, securing the Tantalus Labs brand. This strategic move extends Tantalus Labs’ legacy under the stewardship of Atlantic Cultivation, contributing to its role as a purveyor of premium cannabis products.
Embodying a shared commitment to excellence, the acquisition encompasses Tantalus Labs’ brands, remaining inventory, and transitioning the brand from its origins in British Columbia to a coast-to-coast national presence with Atlantic Cultivation.
Chris Crosbie, founder, and chief operating officer of Atlantic Cultivation articulated the company’s vision by stating, “Atlantic’s dedication to quality, community, and providing access to premium cannabis products, which contribute to fostering an inclusive and flourishing craft cannabis industry, solidifies our collaboration with the Tantalus. This acquisition is founded upon our shared values, reflecting our unwavering commitment. We persist in our mission to elevate cannabis quality and ensure it’s widespread accessibility.”
With a mission to foster a sustainable cannabis industry, Atlantic Cultivation will continue to champion Tantalus Labs’ advocacy. Founder Dan Sutton expressed confidence in this collaboration, affirming “Tantalus Labs is proud of its historic market success delivering value and quality to customers across Canada. This relationship with Atlantic enables continued growth on that success.”
George Smitherman, president and CEO of the Cannabis Council of Canada says the acquisition is, “Celebrating the alignment of craft brands each noteworthy for commitment to their trade, authenticity to their community and region and above all, quality.”
Tantalus products will be available in Atlantic Cultivation’s retail network in Newfoundland and Labrador. As a leading private retailer in Eastern Canada, Atlantic Cultivation’s vertical integration and partnerships with high quality craft growers enhance its reputation for great cannabis products. Atlantic will continue working with suppliers for Tantalus products and introduce Atlantic’s indoor grown exclusive cultivars to the Tantalus product lineup across Canada.
Dan Sutton, founder of Tantalus Labs, highlighted the fit, stating, “I can think of no better brand and operators to carry forward the commitment to Tantalus quality than Atlantic. Their reputation for top shelf cannabis empowers our portfolio, and together our brands represent the go-to trusted source for exciting cannabis worthy of deep customer loyalty.”
by Grow Up Conference | Sep 5, 2023 | Grow Opportunity, Media Partners
(CNW) Toronto — MediPharm Labs Corp. pharmaceutical company specialized in precision-based cannabinoids, is pleased to announce it has completed the sale of vacant land for net proceeds of $1.9 million dollars.
On August 30, 2023, MediPharm completed the sale of 291 Kimmett’s Side Road, Napanee, Ontario, for net proceeds of $1.9 million. This land was previously used by VIVO Cannabis for outdoor cannabis growing. The land has not been utilized since 2021.
This sale of surplus land adds non-dilutive capital to the company and is one of the many benefits of the successful VIVO transaction. Since closing the transaction, the company has already executed approximately $7 million in annualized savings as it progresses towards a synergy target of $7-9 million on an annual basis.
by Grow Up Conference | Sep 5, 2023 | Cannabis News Wire, Media Partners
The cannabis-reform movement recently scored a win after a New Jersey administrative law judge ruled that another police officer who was fired for marijuana use must be reinstated. Administrative Law Judge Joann Lasala Candido ruled in favor of terminated police officer Omar Polanco last week.
Even though the Jersey City Police Department consented to New Jersey’s off-duty cannabis use policy that allowed even law enforcement to use cannabis during off-duty hours, the police department has fired multiple officers for testing positive for THC metabolites. However, the Civil Service Commission and two administrative law judges have now overruled the department’s decision in line with constitutional protections issued by New Jersey’s 2021 cannabis legalization law.
In addition to Candido’s ruling, earlier this month the state Civil Service Commission (CSC) and Administrative Law Judge Kimberly Moss ruled that the police department violated state law by firing officer Norhan Mansour for failing a THC test. Jersey City PD now has orders to reinstate both Mansour and Polanco with backpay, a major blow to both the city’s mayor and police chief.
Jersey City Mayor Steven Fulop has expressed opposition to the policy granting cannabis access to marijuana during off-duty hours and said that it would put law enforcement at risk of operating with impaired judgment.
In both Polanco’s and Mansour’s cases, Jersey City argued that federal laws banning “unlawful marijuana users” from possessing or buying firearms preempted the state’s cannabis laws. However, the judges specified that the rule did not apply to police as they could receive firearms after completing police academy training.
Like the two judges, the Civil Service Commission did not buy into the city’s argument, calling it “unpersuasive” and without the support of facts. The commission added that the department’s talking point about the federal ban on firearm purchases for marijuana consumers did not apply to police officers because they don’t have to fill out the federal form asking them to declare their cannabis use before they can obtain a firearm. Furthermore, the commission said that the police department’s actions were unjustified, reversed the termination and approved Norhan Mansour’s appeal.
Mansour’s lawyer Peter Paris likened Jersey City’s actions to firing a police officer for having a beer off-duty, only this case was much worse because New Jersey residents have the constitutional right to consume cannabis.
It is still unclear whether the three other Jersey City law enforcement officers who were terminated for positive THC tests and sued the city police department will have similar positive outcomes. However, these decisions by the courts in New Jersey to assert that police officers can consume marijuana while they aren’t on duty will likely allow members of the armed forces to indulge in state-legal marijuana. As this happens, demand for products sold by licensed entities such as Cronos Group Inc. (NASDAQ: CRON) (TSX: CRON) will grow.
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