CRISPR Gene Editing Used to Create Mildew-Resistant Cannabis
Mon / Nov 23rd
The Israeli startup CanBreed says it used CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing technology to alter the genetics of cannabis to make a plant that is resistant to powdery mildew.
Israeli researchers continue to drive research into cannabinoids, terpenes, and the compounds within cannabis. Medical-use is legal, and the possession is partially decriminalized in the Middle Eastern country. Find Israel cannabis news, research updates, and more on this page:
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Mon / Nov 23rd
The Israeli startup CanBreed says it used CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing technology to alter the genetics of cannabis to make a plant that is resistant to powdery mildew.
Fri / Nov 13th
Israeli lawmakers appear poised to approve adult-use cannabis legalization by the end of next year.
Tue / Oct 13th
A recent study by Israel’s Haifa University School of Public Health found that senior citizens who use cannabis do not show evidence of cognitive decline.
Thu / Sep 3rd
Cannabis advocates dropped hundreds of small plastic bags of cannabis from a flying drone on Thursday afternoon in Tel Aviv, Israel.
Mon / Jun 22nd
Israeli lawmakers have advanced two cannabis legalization bills to the country’s top legislative body.
Wed / Jun 10th
Israeli lawmakers say they will advance legislation for broad cannabis legalization; the proposal would allow for cannabis use, purchases, and possession by people aged 21+.
Fri / May 29th
Researchers have identified a material found on altars at the entrance of an ancient Judahite shrine as cannabis; experts say the cannabis was likely used for its mind-altering effects.
Thu / May 14th
Israel’s Economy Minister has approved a plan allowing medical cannabis companies to export their products; the new rules will take effect in 30 days.
Tue / Apr 28th
Police officials in North Macedonia have issued an arrest warrant for Menachem Cohen, CEO of Israeli cannabis company Medivie Therapeutic.
Thu / Mar 5th
A cannabis conference and a sister conference focusing on psychedelics that were scheduled for later this month in Tel Aviv, Israel have been postponed due to concerns about the spreading COVID-19 coronavirus.
Mon / Feb 24th
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Twitter this weekend that he supports national cannabis legalization reforms.
Fri / Feb 21st
A recent study suggests that patients with ADHD who use medical cannabis are likely to rely less on prescription medications.
Wed / Aug 21st
Israeli cannabis company Tikun Olam has decided to sell its Israel-based operations; the company’s international holdings in the U.S., Canada, Australia, and Greece, however, are not for sale.
Mon / Jul 8th
The Max Stern Yezreel Valley College in Israel is offering a bachelor’s degree in medical cannabis starting next year; students in the program will get hands-on experience at cannabis farms and production plants.
Fri / Apr 5th
Under decriminalization rules passed April 1, adults in Israel will no longer be prosecuted for simple home growing and low-level cannabis possession.
Tue / Mar 5th
Raphael Mechoulam, the first person to isolate and synthesize THC, has joined the scientific advisory committee of Israel-based medical cannabis producer Cannbit.
Fri / Feb 8th
In the study, more than 80 percent of children with autism saw moderate to substantial improvement of their symptoms.
Thu / Dec 27th
Israel is expected to enter the global marketplace for medical cannabis products following a decision by the country’s parliamentary body.
Thu / Jul 12th
Israel’s legislative body, the Knesset, is expected to vote this week on a law that would decriminalize cannabis possession, according… Read More
Mon / Apr 9th
Starting April 20, some Israeli pharmacies will begin selling medical cannabis products under a national pilot program, CTECH reports. The… Read More
Mon / Mar 5th
Israeli medical cannabis company Medivie Therapeutics and its subsidiary High Pharma has announced a $110 million deal to cultivate and… Read More
Wed / Feb 28th
A study published in the European Journal of Internal Medicine conducted medical cannabis producer Tikun Olam found 96 percent of… Read More
Thu / Feb 8th
In a study published in the European Journal of Internal Medicine, Israeli researchers, including Raphael Mechoulam, found that after six… Read More
Wed / Feb 7th
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is preventing medical cannabis companies from exporting products – a move that was approved in… Read More
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