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Tribe In Nebraska Approves First Marijuana License As State Officials Scale Back Voter-Approved Medical Cannabis Law

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As Nebraska officials face criticism for their attempts to significantly scale back a voter-approved medical marijuana law, an American Indian tribe in the state has approved its first license for a vertically integrated cannabis operation since it approved legalization within its borders earlier this year.

In his first meeting on Monday, Cannabis Regulatory Commission of the Omaha Tribe of Nebraska They discussed proposed rules to support the tribal marijuana market. They also agreed to license the tribe itself to move forward with the next steps in getting the industry up and running.

Draft rules were not adopted at the meeting, but the tribe’s attorney general, John Cartier, said that over time the territory would “be the direct contrast to that dysfunction and show that it is respecting the will of the voters, at least on the Omaha reservation.”

“We are ready to move forward to provide access to people who need help through medical cannabis,” he said.

Under the legalization code the tribe adopted in July — the first such reform in a state where lawmakers have long resisted policy change — adults 21 and older can buy and possess an ounce of cannabis if they’re on tribal land.

Arthur Isagholian, a member of the cannabis commission, warned at the meeting: “If you violate the rules off tribal land and you’re caught with the product you bought on tribal land, you’re on your own,” according to NTV. notify.

Although the tribe adopted a vertically integrated license for its own purposes, to help facilitate the implementation of legalization in the territory, it is unclear when the regulatory rules will go up for a vote and open the possibility of legal sales.

The tribe’s license “will, of course, be subject to our published rules and regulations, but to allow the tribe to be able to begin working on agreements, equity and financing while we’re fleshing this out,” one member said.

The committee will meet once a month, and at least some of the proposed regulations will be approved when the members meet again in November.

In a press release before Monday’s meeting, the tribe’s attorney general had some choice words for state officials.

“As the Nebraska process moves from delay to debate, we’re doing the one thing patients and businesses need: governing,” Cartier said. “On October 27, we’ll give Nebraska the green light: clear rules, real oversight and a workable, well-regulated industry rooted in sovereignty, safety and common sense.”

“We want to be a direct contrast to that dysfunction (at the state level) and show that the will of the voters is being respected, at least on the Omaha reservation, and we’re ready to move forward to provide access to people who need help through medical cannabis,” he said. he said.

He is not alone in criticism. Advocates have pushed back hard against the state after a panel appointed by the governor has presented proposed rules for the cannabis marketincluding purchase restrictions.

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States again approved the first cannabis business license for a growerthere is still no legal way for patients to access the products.

Meanwhile, last month, activists in Nebraska have presented an initiative to legalize marijuana and establish a constitutional right to use cannabis For adults over 21 years old. If organizers collect enough valid signatures from registered voters, it could appear on the 2026 ballot.

The push for marijuana reform also comes as the state’s attorney general Reducing the sale of intoxicating products derived from hempincluding those with delta-8 THC.

Last year’s passage of two medical marijuana ballot measures came after an earlier attempt in 2020 gathered enough signatures to put it on the ballot, but it fizzled. The measure was overturned by the State Supreme Court following a single theme challenge. Followers then they ran out of signatures for the revised demands In 2022, funding was largely lost after one of their major donors died in a plane crash.

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New partnership to expand greenhouse drone distribution across Europe

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GeoCue welcomes MOST Robotics to its global distribution network. Based in Germany and serving customers throughout Germany, Austria and Switzerland, MOST Robotics will offer TrueView GO LiDAR solutions and LP360 software, from GeoCue, to surveying, construction, forestry, agricultural and industrial inspection professionals looking for a complete and reliable workflow from data capture to delivery.

Founded in 2021 by Valentin Möller and Lennart Stollberg, MOST Robotics builds on deep UAV experience since 2015, offering integrated turnkey drone and sensor solutions, supported by technical consulting and first-class customer support. Their team works closely with end users to ensure technology works in real-world conditions, from flight planning to endpoint cloud processing, a full-service company for individual solutions.

MOST Robotics is expanding its portfolio of handheld SLAM LiDAR and LP360 software to directly respond to customer needs, especially for projects where flight restrictions, dense vegetation or indoor environments make aerial collection difficult. With TrueView GO and LP360, customers can complement drone surveys with ground-based SLAM capture, process aerial LiDAR and produce high-quality photogrammetric output. This approach supports rapid and accurate classification of large data sets and the creation of highly accurate digital terrain models, helping to reduce office processing time while improving the final quality of delivery.

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Valentin Möller, CEO of MOST Robotics, commented: “GeoCue makes UAV LiDAR and SLAM bridges in a way that matches how our customers work in the real world. We spend a lot of time in the field with customers, which gives us practical feedback and clear ideas on what needs to be improved. GeoCue is open to this kind of input, and we’re excited to help shape each of our customers’ missions.”

Samuel Flick, GeoCue’s European Sales Manager, added: “We are delighted to welcome MOST Robotics to the GeoCue distribution network. Their technical depth and customer-first approach make them a strong partner as we continue to grow the LiDAR market in Europe. We look forward to supporting their team as they expand access to the TrueView product line, including aerial, handheld and LiDAR 360 mobile device software.”

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USDA-APHIS grants non-regulated status to two gene-edited hemp varieties

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USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) recently issued regulatory status review responses for two new gene-edited hemp varieties, determining that they are not subject to federal regulation under 7 CFR part 340. Developed by researchers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, these gene-edited plants have been found to have no increased risk of plant pests compared to conventional hemp. This federal clearance marks an important milestone in easing the path from laboratory to commercial cultivation of precision-bred industrial crops.

© Crop Innovation Center of Wisconsin-MadisonBadger PMR hemp variety gene-edited

Badger PMR (Dust Resistant) has full dust resistance, and Badger Zero (Cannabinoid Free) is cannabinoid free. The main innovation involves the creation of hemp varieties that are unable to produce THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), the psychoactive compound found in cannabis. Using CRISPR gene-editing technology to turn off specific genes responsible for THC production, the UW-Madison team has solved a major hurdle for the industry. This genetic certainty prevents crops from being “hot” — the term used when THC levels accidentally exceed the legal limit of 0.3 percent — which previously forced farmers to destroy entire fields to comply with federal law.

Beyond THC removal, researchers have also engineered varieties with higher concentrations of CBG (cannabigerol), a non-psychoactive cannabinoid valued for its potential therapeutic benefits. These advances are expected to stabilize the hemp market, providing growers with reliable, high-value and legal-compliant varieties. With the regulatory green light from the USDA, these precision-bred hemp lines are poised to revitalize the industry, providing a safer and more profitable future for farmers across the United States.

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Kentucky Governor Announces Medical Marijuana Gummies Are Now Available, While Pushing Lawmakers To Approve New Qualifying Conditions

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Kentucky’s governor is urging lawmakers to give more patients legal access to medical marijuana, announcing that cannabis gummies can now be purchased at state-licensed dispensaries.

Gov. Andy Beshear (D) said Thursday that his administration has sent a letter urging legislative leadership to pass a bill that lists ALS, Parkinson’s disease, Crohn’s disease, sickle cell anemia, fibromyalgia, glaucoma, terminal illnesses and other conditions as conditions for medical cannabis.

“In most other states that have a medical marijuana program, these are conditions that are covered, and conditions that are deemed appropriate by our board of physicians and counselors,” he said. “Expanding the list could help the approximately 430,000 Kentuckians who currently lack access but face these challenges.”

The governor said state officials are “making great strides” in expanding the medical marijuana program to “increase access for those who are already eligible.”

“We currently have 510 registered professionals and over 18,500 approved cards, and those numbers continue to grow,” Beshear said, adding that regulators are making “steady progress” in accepting businesses at every step of the cannabis supply chain.

“As the supply chain expands, patients are starting to see more options online,” he said. “We can announce that gummies are on the market in Kentucky and showing progress in communities across Kentucky.”




The governor’s latest update comes about a month after he took the podium and said “not happy” with the time it’s taken to roll out the state’s medical marijuana program—but predicts that the pace of patient access will “significantly increase” in 2026.

Also last month, Beshear said two more dispensaries will open their doors “once additional product becomes available.” The The state’s first medical cannabis plant was launched in December.

The governor, who has long championed cannabis reform, he anticipated a market launch that monthwhile claiming that medical marijuana will help thousands of patients find an alternative to opioids for pain management.

He at the end of October it passed the milestone of registering 15,000 patientsbut that has grown significantly in recent weeks.

Beshear previously acknowledged that “it’s taken longer than we would have liked” to sustain the industry since he signed off on legalizing medical marijuana in 2023.

Considering this delayed implementation, he signed an executive order this year to waive renewal fees for patients who get the cards so that they are not charged again before the stores open. And another order he signed to provide protections for qualified patients who obtain medical marijuana outside of Kentucky “will remain in place.”

Beshear announced separately that in May the state launched a new online directory that allows people to see where medicinal cannabis will open next to them

He noted that the state is working to provide access to patients “as soon as possible,” which includes speeding up the licensing process. Last January, so did the governor ceremoniously issued the first medical marijuana cards in the commonwealth.

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Meanwhile, the governors sent a letter to Kentucky’s congressional delegation last yearurging them to “take decisive action to protect the constitutional rights of our law-abiding medical cannabis patients” by repealing the federal ban on possession of firearms by marijuana users.

Bipartisan Kentucky senators introduced similar legislation asked the federal representatives of the state to take corrective measuresBeshear said he agrees but would I would like to see even more significant changes at the federal level.

The federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) warned Kentucky residents that in 2024, if they choose to participate in the state’s medical marijuana program, they will be prohibited from buying or possessing firearms under federal law.

Health professionals have been able to Patients began to evaluate the recommendations from the beginning of last December.

While there are currently no operational dispensaries for patients, Beshear also confirmed that an executive order he signed in 2023 will be in place in the interim, protecting patients. Those with medical cannabis purchased from licensed out-of-state retailers.

In the November 2024 election, Kentucky also saw more than 100 cities and counties pass local ordinances to allow medical cannabis businesses in their jurisdictions. The governor said the election results show that “the jury is no longer out” on the issue this is clearly supported by voters across party and geographic lines.

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