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Wisconsin GOP Assembly Speaker Hopes For ‘Consensus’ On Medical Marijuana, But Says New Senate Bill Is ‘Too Broad’

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Wisconsin’s GOP Assembly The Legitius pointed out to legislators in the state “I can find agreement to legalize medical marijuana. But he added that The new Cannabis Bill presented Billpart of his Leadership in the Senate It is “unlikely” to exceed his chamber “is a broad and extensive way.”

“I’ve tried for five or six years” Loudspeakers Robin Vos (R) I said speaker on a conversation with Wisn-Tv on Sunday. “The idea that we will have medicine dispensers in all cities around the state, I don’t know where most people are.”

Last year, VOS restricted a medical channel bill Asked a limited program through state discourses.

“So we tried to be a much more limited version,” Let’s look at five or six discharge Americans (and) to help people who are not actually sick of diagnosis, “he said in the new interview.

But the model of the state had a controversial among his Republican colleagues, and suddenly stopped. Now, Vos last week’s President Mary Felzkowski (R) and GOP Legislature will be emerging concerns about new legislation included in other traditional protection systems.

“I still think it’s like trying to find agreement, but it’s like a version that was released, people worrying that people will bring leisure marijuana.” “I don’t want that.”

The speaker said it was “unlikely” that the Senate bills could be cleaned enough to clean the assembly.




“There is a whole group of Republic I understand, because they think it will be out of the recreation marijuana, that it would be horrible for Wisconsin,” he said. “There is another group that wants to legalize marijuana, and they are democrats, so they don’t want to be a real restriction.”

“So it’s very difficult to try to find the central consensus, and that’s why I thought it was a very scale, aimed at people who were really sick and poor. However, it will not be seen in a scenario.”

Asked the new bill of Senate boss, vos celurbill “Probably” should not be reached.

Last week, Felzkowski (R), previously supported another project in Cannabis Bill. Patrick testin (r) Sen. R) presented a new measure.

The text of the proposal was not immediately available, but Felzkowski would have previously invoices Doctors allow patients to issue medical cannabis recommendations One of eight conditions, including cancer, seizure disorders, traumatic stress cover and multiple sclerosis.

Legislation was relatively restrictive because the prohibited marijuana products were banned and did not raise their patients for personal authorization. Patients could only get cannabis preparations for oil, tablets, inkjet or topical.

“Someone who suffers a serious health condition should not be chance to travel to another state or break the law, try alternative medicine for relief,” said Felzkowski in a press release.

“This legislation is about providing a chronic disease to our friends, family members and neighbors, the freedom to study another chance with the doctor,” he said. “It is also possible for our small business businesses to participate in this market with reasonable regulations for making and selling products, all protecting public security.”

Session 2025 was launched, Senate’s leader said He hopes to have a dialogue in legislature on legalization of medical marijuana This year, however, the speaker of the assembly, he still imagined “obstacles”.

Meanwhile, the Republican candidate for governor Wisconsin said in July “Considering different options” was open “marijuana when they use doctors or adults In the state, even if he has given few ways to the specification so far.

Democratic side, today’s Gov. Tony never (d), which supports legalization of cannabis, is not again looking for elections. But he said in June When his party can take control of the legislature, the state may legalize the “Eventually” marijuana Residents should not go to the side of Illinois to visit adult use in the market.

In June, a survey of Marquette Law School discovered Two wisconsin voters help legalize marijuana.

The survey found the support for cannabis reform, usually since the organization has first started, since the continued public opinion of legalization in 2013, 67% of the voters protect the policy change. That’s 17% higher than the results of 2013.

Democrats are the best legalizing cannabis, in 88 percent, and then independent (79 percent). However, most Republicans (56 percent) said they are against the legalization of adults.

Emphasize the importance of the party control, the Senate of the State Senate Republic and the Assembly rejected another attempt to legalize marijuana this summer, Defeating corrections of the budget legislation that would end the State Prohibition And he established new programs for cannabis medical and recreation programs.

Ever This policy attempted to change as part of his budget requests-And democratic leaders have also been promoted to reform.

Republicans in legislature Also cut the provisions of marijuana from the state budget proposal in Mayas they did in past sessions.

Although Republicans move from the legalization of the budget legislation, Party leaders recently recognized the debate about medical marijuana legalization “that will not leave” And this session is expected to be resolved.

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“I don’t think anyone marijuana and thc products are not believed that marijuana and thc products are not available when they are available in line lines, so I think we need to get to an answer about this,” the leader of the General Assembly. Tyler said August (r) in February. “I hope we can.”

“We will call the marijuana doctor if we have to be treated as pharmacy. But the marijuana discussion will be something that will leave,” Dan Feyen (R), the Majority Assistant said at the time. “Margins are more closely.”

Provided his intention as long as he previews January into Marijuana LegalizationWhile the residents of the State must propose new laws, putting binding questions about linking chanabis reform, being able to enjoy the support of Bipartis, has repeatedly refused the GOP-controlled legislature.

Before, in 2022, the governor signed a corrective order with a specific goal of calling a special legislature give people right to dispose of citizen initiativesElectrations of cannabis to decide to collect expectations among the advocates that the voters could decide. The GOP legislature did not take the proposal, however.

He never said in December Marijuana reform is one of the key priorities that the State should move forward In the 2025 session, the legislator works with a quote surplus.

Notes after making a The survey was found to be welcome by reform voters in the countryside of state. Almost two-thirds (65 percent) said they accept the legalization of cannons.

In the end, the governor said that the “promising” was partly that the November 2024 election would bring democratic control of the legislature Argued that he would locate the statue to legalize cannabis.

“We worked hard in the last five years, several budgets, to happen,” he said at the time. “I know we are surrounded by states of recreation marijuana, and we will continue to do that.”

The Democratic Assembly of Wisconsin tried to force a medical commitment proposal in Cannabis, as the correction of a cratom Bill, but the Maryhuana moment said he suspects leadership He intentionally did this legislation from the agenda to avoid the show about the subject.

Meanwhile, the state income was released a tax estimate of the tax estimation since then – Estimation of the economic impact of the Sen’s economic impact. In 2023 Melissa Agard (D) by projecting that Reform would generate almost $ 170 million in case of tax revenues every year.

An estimated legislature requested by legislators Wisconsin residents spent more than $ 121 million in Illinois Canavies only In 2022, contributing $ 36 million in terms of adjacent situations.

Never and other Democrats have had at least in January The Marijuana Medical program stresses that they will be willing to taste the shelfEven if they preferred a more comprehensive reform.

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New Plant Improvement Act comes into effect

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The South African Department of Agriculture has announced that the Plant Improvement Act 2018 (Act 11 of 2018) and accompanying regulations came into force on 1 December 2025. President Cyril Ramaphosa signed the proclamation of the new Act after Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen approved the regulations. The Act replaces the Plant Improvement Act 1976 (Act 53 of 1976). Both the proclamation and its regulations were published in Official Gazette 53707 of November 21, 2025.

The updated legislation establishes systems for the registration of businesses related to plants and propagating materials for cultivation and sale, as well as the registration of the premises where these businesses operate. It also establishes quality standards for plants and propagating material, determines sales conditions and establishes a national list of plant varieties. The law includes processes for evaluating plant varieties when there is uncertainty about their value for cultivation and use, and strengthens import and export control of plants and propagating material. Certification schemes for plants and propagating material are also part of the framework.

The 2018 Act introduces new provisions that were not included in the 1976 Act. These additions include the registration of businesses related to plants and propagating material, along with new rules for the cultivation of Cannabis sativa L. (hemp) varieties in South Africa. The revised definition now classifies hemp as a low tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) plant or plant part containing no more than 2 percent transdelta 9 THC, a change from the previous limit of 0.2 percent. The Act also provides for the publication of a Gazette of the National List of Varieties and specifies the process for hearing claims submitted to the Registry in connection with applications for the National List of Plant Varieties. In addition, the Law establishes an advisory committee that can assist the Registry in technical or administrative matters related to its implementation.

According to the department, the Plant Improvement Act creates a legal framework for the production and sale of high-quality seeds and vegetative propagation material. This framework supports the productivity and long-term sustainability of food production in South Africa.

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Trump’s Marijuana Order Means Congress Must Delay The Federal Hemp Ban’s Timeline (Op-Ed)

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“Congress, you have orders from the president. Extend the implementation period of the hemp ban.”

By Adam Terry, Cantrip

As it was widely reported, last week the entire cannabis universe watched as President Donald Trump signed an executive order to change marijuana from schedule I to III. What wasn’t as widely reported was what Trump also did: He addressed lawmakers again on the law As Congress passed the new definition of hemp last month.

The exact text of the executive order reads:

“The Assistant to the President and Deputy Chief of Staff for Legislative, Policy, and Public Affairs will work with Congress to update the final statutory definition of hemp-derived cannabinoid products to ensure that Americans have access to appropriate full-spectrum CBD products, in line with Congress’ intent to reduce the sale of products that pose serious health risks…”

This provision is careful and detailed. He directs a deputy chief of staff to work with Congress to update the new definition of hemp, directly acknowledging what the hemp industry has been saying for weeks: full-spectrum CBD products are not eligible under this new language.

He specifically acknowledges that if CBD products are to be subsidized or covered by Medicare, as is part of Trump’s plan, those products will be hemp-derived.

Full-spectrum CBD is a staple for many Americans. It is a lifesaver for veterans and senior citizens who rely on these products for various therapeutic purposes. It is a crucial element for some people with epilepsy, including pediatric patients. I’ve had moms and dads message me that Epidiolex, a federally approved CBD prescription drug, wasn’t working for their kids, and instead they were relying on other CBD products to find relief for their kids.

This is not just politics for them, but a stark reality.

You can’t have full-spectrum CBD with only 0.4 mg of THC per container, as required by the newly enacted change to the federal definition of hemp, and the president acknowledged that in his executive order, I’m sure with counsel to groups like the Commonwealth Project who were at the signing. Therefore, it is very likely that the definition of hemp will be reopened and legalized.

So here’s the bottom line: this conversation will take time, and probably longer than hemp has left before the ban comes into force late next year. While I have been working with the New Jersey legislature for nearly three years to craft a bill to regulate hemp cannabinoids in a way that does not diminish the CBD market, it has yet to make full impact in the state due to this complexity.

This means that the best first step for Congress to take is to extend the deadline for implementing a revised definition of hemp to ensure access to full-spectrum CBD for the tens of millions of Americans who will lose access next November if this language is enacted.

With 2026 being a close election year, most legislation will slow down after April, so it is unlikely that a final bill updating this language and regulating hemp cannabinoids will reach the finish line until the next Congress, which begins in January 2027. And the extension must pass soon, because farmers can’t plant in the spring if their harvest is in time.

I look forward to the next interview. Hemp needs to be regulated in this country, that much is clear. The White House has just sent a signal that prohibitionist redefinition cannot stand if the people who rely most on cannabis are to do well, especially in red states that voted for this president and those who have no access to cannabis outside of hemp products.

Congress, you have orders from the president. Extend the implementation period of the hemp ban, and let’s do the real hard work to craft legislation that includes safe access to cannabis for Americans in this great nation.

Adam Terry is the co-founder and CEO of THC-infused beverage company Cantrip.

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Greenhouse hygiene programs emphasize deep-penetration sanitation during cleanouts

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During winter clean-ups, greenhouse operators prepare facilities for the next production cycle, with hygiene remaining a critical focus. Effective sanitation during crop transition plays a key role in reducing pathogen pressure and promoting long-term crop health, particularly in operations that manage virus risks such as Tomato brown rugose fruit virus (ToBRFV).

Disinfectants commonly included in greenhouse hygiene programs include Intra Multi Des GA, supplied in North America by Houweling Americas. “This product is widely used by vegetable and ornamental growers as part of comprehensive cleaning and routine sanitation strategies, especially where deep penetration is required on complex surfaces,” says the Houweling Americas team.

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Getting under the surface
Biofilms and organic debris continue to limit the effectiveness of many disinfectants, harboring microorganisms in cracks, crevices, and porous materials. According to the Multi Des GA technical team, the formulation is designed to address this challenge through penetration rather than surface activity.

“Intra Multi Des GA has five active ingredients that work together to provide strong penetration properties, allowing the product to reach microorganisms hiding in difficult access areas,” the team explained. While not positioned as a dedicated biofilm remover, the formulation is intended to reveal and eliminate pathogens sheltered beneath biofilm layers.

For best results, a two-step sanitation approach is recommended: deep cleaning to remove organic matter and biofilm, followed by disinfection. “Skip the cleaning step increases the risk of completely eliminating pathogens,” the team noted, highlighting the continued opportunity for farmer education around proper hygiene sequencing.

The role of cleaning before disinfection
As part of the Intracare product portfolio, Houweling Americas also supplies Intra Foam Organics, a cleaner designed to remove organic material prior to disinfection. Organic debris can significantly reduce disinfectant performance if not completely removed, especially on high-traffic or porous surfaces. When used as a first step, cleaners like Intra Foam Organics help ensure that disinfectants can come into direct contact with target pathogens.

Performance on porous and uneven surfaces
Concrete floors, block walls and other porous greenhouse materials remain among the most difficult areas to sanitize. According to internal tests, Intra Multi Des GA works reliably on these surfaces, moving into the micro-cracks where pathogens can persist.

“When applied to porous materials such as concrete blocks, the formulation moves significantly across the substrate,” the team explained. “This behavior is different from traditional disinfectants that remain on the surface and do not reach the embedded microorganisms.”

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Broad spectrum pathogen control
Growers of all types of crops rely on Intra Multi Des GA to manage a wide range of pathogens, including fungal, bacterial and viral threats. The reported efficacy against ToBRFV has made it an essential component of hygiene protocols in tomato production.

“Intra Multi Des GA has shown excellent efficacy against ToBRFV and has proven effective in eliminating the virus on contact when used appropriately,” the team reported. Beyond viral control, growers also use the product against pathogens such as Fusarium and Pythium in crop and ornamental systems.

Waste behavior and crop turnover
Unlike non-residue disinfectants, Intra Multi Des GA is designed to leave a residual effect on treated surfaces during cleaning, providing extensive protection between crops. This waste is not intended to come into contact with the collected products, but is used to maintain sanitation during downtime.

Operational efficiency is another matter. The product is applied at a low concentration of use, requires a short contact time and usually requires only one application, allowing rapid crop rotations without compromising hygiene standards.

Long-term sanitation results
Growers who consistently incorporate Intra Multi Des GA have reported cumulative improvements in crop rotation hygiene programs over multiple seasons. In one documented case, a Dutch tomato operation managing ToBRFV reported no subsequent infections after integrating the product into the cleaning protocol.

“Starting clean remains one of the most effective ways to reduce the risk of early cycle infection,” the team emphasizes.

Supporting North American producers
Houweling Americas supplies Intra Multi Des GA and other Intracare solutions through established distribution partners and provides technical support to assist with implementation. In addition to hygiene products, the company’s portfolio includes nutrient solutions, growing substrates, LED lighting, water treatment technologies and biostimulants such as Intra Eco Shield, with Intra Boost, a next-generation willow bark-derived biostimulant, scheduled for a North American launch in early 2026.

Based in British Columbia and Ontario, Houweling Americas works closely with growers to develop integrated solution programs that support yield, plant health and resilience. The company is part of Royal Houweling, a Dutch family business founded in 1925 and recently recognized with royal status for its long-term commitment to horticulture and sustainability.

For growers seeking technical guidance on hygiene protocols or product performance, the Houweling Americas team encourages direct engagement for further assistance.

For more information:
Houweling America
1-800-252-5824
houwelingamericas.com

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