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Scientists Develop New Class Of CBD Using A Common Kitchen Spice—Not Cannabis

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Researchers have developed a new class of CBD-like compounds that are even more effective in treating epilepsy and promote brain cell development. But instead of extracting cannabis from the plant, the scientists conducting the federally funded research used a common household spice: caraway seeds.

Psychology students and faculty at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) took the non-cannabis spice — commonly found in breads, stews, cheeses and more — and genetically engineered it to create compounds that resemble the molecular structure of the non-toxic CBD.

While this is a scientific feat in itself, the researchers are particularly pleased that these compounds, which have been shown to have a “bigger hole” than the natural cannabidiol found in the cannabis plant itself, provide a “bigger hole” using the hemp plant’s CBD.

“These fully synthetic compounds, made from a safe plant extract and free of THC, not only prevented seizures and reduced seizure-related deaths, but also promoted healthier brain cell development without the sedative side effects of current treatments,” Dustin Hines, study author and professor of neuroscience at UNLV, said in a press release.

“Childhood seizure disorders are often resistant to available medications, and both seizures and current first-line therapies can have a significant impact on brain development, cognition and quality of life, making this finding particularly promising,” he said. he said.

The to analyzePublished in the journal Neuropsychopharmacology late last month, it found that CBD synthesized from the seeds of cabbage, also known as meridian fennel, “significantly reduces seizure-related mortality in both C57Bl6 adults and a mouse model of developing epilepsy, supporting its potential for further preclinical and clinical development.”

The research was supported by grants from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), through NIH component agencies, the National Institute of General Medical Sciences and the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.

As the authors emphasize, this is only the beginning of research into the medical potential of these new compounds, and they hope to develop new anti-epileptic therapeutics. There is currently one Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved CBD prescription drug, Epidiolex, derived from cannabis.

“The advancement of this new class of therapeutics holds great promise for patients who have exhausted existing treatment options due to debilitating side effects or lack of response to currently available therapies,” said Adriana Carrillo, a UNLV student who participated in the study.

“It’s exciting to help build the foundation for future treatment options that may one day provide safer and more effective options for families,” she said.

He also offered a tip for the curious: Caraway seeds don’t contain CBD on their own, so don’t expect to reap the benefits just by loading up on the spice, as the seeds are “just the scaffolding.”

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Columbia hemp business Burning Acre to close and move to North Carolina over new Tennessee rules

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Burning Acre, a Columbia, Tennessee-based hemp company, says it will close its retail store and move operations to North Carolina ahead of new state regulations that take effect July 1, according to WSMV.

The business says its last day to open in Columbia will be June 30, the same day the Tennessee Department of Agriculture licenses for hemp-derived cannabinoids expire. As of July 1, businesses that continue to operate in the state will be required to be licensed under a new regulatory framework led by the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission.

Burning Acre says the changes have forced it to abandon plans for a new sandwich shop and bakery and close its Tennessee retail operations and relocate to Murphy, North Carolina. “I won’t sugarcoat it, it’s a very hard video for me and a message I should never have written,” the business wrote.

The business puts the annual cost of manufacturing, distribution and running the retail store at about $750. Under the new rules, he says, those costs would rise by tens of thousands of dollars, citing new licensing fees, a required $25,000 annual bond and increased testing fees.

The law, which took effect in July, changes the regulation of hemp-derived cannabinoid businesses from the Department of Agriculture to the ABC. The Department of Agriculture stopped issuing licenses at the end of 2025, and the licenses issued by the TDA will remain valid until June 30, 2026.

“Columbia, we absolutely love being a part of this community,” said Burning Acre. “We are truly heartbroken to have to say goodbye to this location.”

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North Carolina Lawmakers Advance Bill To Set A Minimum Age Limit For Hemp And Kratom Products

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“Many other details about cannabis have been debated and will continue to be debated.”

By Christine Zhu, NC Newsline

Lawmakers in North Carolina are considering banning people under 21 from buying or possessing certain hemp-derived consumables, including combustible hemp flower, hemp cigarettes, gummies and drinks, or items that include the drug kratom.

The House Agriculture and Environment Committee approved a rewrite of Senate Bill 59 on Wednesday. This is the latest attempt by state legislators after years of proposals to regulate the sale of hemp products that didn’t work out in the end.

This measure would prohibit companies from selling such products to under-21s. If the seller has “reasonable grounds” to believe that the buyer is under the age of 21, the seller must verify the buyer’s ID.

Rep. Jimmy Dixon (R-Duplin), who introduced the bill, said he was motivated to bring public attention to issues surrounding cannabis. He said there was a 14-year-old boy in his neighborhood who had an emergency after buying a hemp-derived product.

“There are a lot of other details about cannabis that have been debated and will continue to be debated, but ladies and gentlemen, to make sure we have the good sense to be agents of these kinds of issues, that’s the lowest hanging fruit,” he said.

Violators would face a Class 2 felony, as well as a fine of $500 for a first offense, $1,000 for a second offense and $1,500 for subsequent offenses.

asked Rep. Pricey Harrison (D-Guilford). of the bill language resulted in potential changes to hemp-derived products. It is common for manufacturers of synthetic recreational drugs to make changes to the chemical composition of their products to avoid legal bans or restrictions.

“I assume the definition as written is broad enough to capture any future manipulation of molecules,” he said. Dixon nodded.

Legislators also voted in favor correction To add kratom products to the under-21 ban.

Rep. Jeffrey McNeely (R-Iredell), who proposed the amendment, said it was necessary to add those elements to the bill.

“I’ve been working on this for quite some time, trying to get these bills passed,” McNeely said. “We definitely have a problem. So I’m hoping we can keep posting this and we’ll get something done before we get out of the short session here.”

Both the amendment and the legislation passed unanimously without debate.

The bill moves next to the House Rules Committee. Other amendments will be heard when they appear on the House floor, which could be as soon as next week.

This story was first published by NC Newsline.

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GreenTech Amsterdam 2026 in 2026 photos

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Well, it’s not 2026 photos, but with around 600 photos, we definitely did our best. For the past two days, the Netherlands has been the place to be for the global greenhouse industry. From Flower Trials for the horticulture sector, company visits to growers and technical suppliers, as well as dinners, get-togethers, drinks, knowledge sessions and much more. And of course with GreenTech Amsterdam.

The event brought together professionals from around the world to connect, network, share knowledge and do business.

Next week, we’ll be sharing more information on market developments, trends, what’s on display, news, business news, innovations and whatever else you can think of, but for now we’ll stick to photo reporting.

Click here for the photo report.

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