AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoTexas Hemp Crackdown: Texas will reclassify Delta-8 THC and other hemp-derived THC isomers as controlled substances effective July 31, after the Texas Supreme Court lifted an injunction—prompting the Texas Hemp Business Council to urge companies to review and remove inventory. Maritime Safety & Cannabis Misconduct: Guyana’s MV Barima ferry capsized with 133 listed aboard; authorities say the manifest was inaccurate and two crew tested positive for cannabis, triggering an urgent multi-agency investigation and calls for accountability. Regulatory Enforcement: Michigan regulators ordered Ground Control Michigan to permanently close after findings including improper product transport to Massachusetts, inventory discrepancies, and tagging issues. Hemp THC Legal Fight: Missouri hemp businesses sued to block a statewide ban on intoxicating hemp products, arguing vague definitions could disrupt both hemp and cannabis markets. Industry Finance: The UAE Central Bank-backed Jaywan payment cards have begun rolling out via banks and prepaid card issuers, including CBD’s prepaid Jaywan launch. Public Safety Ops: UK Trading Standards seized hundreds of vapes and non-compliant hemp cones in Felixstowe, while NDLEA reported major cannabis and synthetic “Canadian Loud” seizures in Edo.
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