The 2018 Farm Bill has undeniably reshaped the cannabis industry, blurring lines and unlocking opportunities between hemp and cannabis. This episode delves into the nuanced differences and similarities between these two facets of the cannabis world. Chris Fontes shares his insights to dissect the complex web of legislation, the evolving roles of MSOs and Big Pharma, and the boundless opportunities emerging from regulatory challenges. Discover how today’s cannabis entrepreneurs are utilizing the interpretation of opportunities to transform obstacles into avenues for innovation and sector growth.
This week, we sit down with Chris Fontes to discuss the following:
• Hemp vs. Cannabis: Exploring Opportunities, Differences, and Challenges.
• Impact of the 2018 Farm Bill: What’s next for legislation and how it shapes the industry.
• MSOs, Big Pharma’s influence, and more.
About Chris Fontes:
Chris Fontes, the Founder and CEO of High Spirits Beverages, is a dynamic individual with a rich history of innovation and leadership in the cannabis industry and beyond. His entrepreneurial journey spans several successful ventures, including Trojan Horse Cannabis, Project Hemp Flower, and Hemp Exchange, all of which played pivotal roles in shaping the US hemp industry. Chris’s visionary leadership led to the development of the industry’s first hemp-derived D9 THC products and the launch of Trojan Horse Cannabis and High Spirits Beverages.
00:00 Special Guest CEO of High Spirits Beverage on The Dime Podcast
00:07 From Legacy Market to Legal Cannabis: The Journey of Chris Fontes, CEO of High Spirits Beverage
07:03 Understanding the Legalities of Hemp and THC under the 2018 Farm Bill
11:59 Unpacking the USDA Rule on Total THC and the Future of Hemp Legislation
17:22 The Potential Rescheduling of Cannabis by HHS
22:11 The Future of Hemp and Cannabis Regulation: Challenges and Opportunities
25:37 Navigating the Differences Between Marijuana and Hemp Industries
30:40 The Future of Cannabis Industry: Synthetic vs. Natural Products and the Rise of Hemp-Derived Distillates
38:52 Navigating the Complexities of Cannabis Regulations and Product Selection in Minnesota
47:10 Challenges and Misconceptions Surrounding THC Percentage in Cannabis Industry
50:52 Exploring the Effects of Cannabis Consumption on the Body and Mind
54:03 Comparing the Effects of Being High vs Drunk: A Safety Perspective
58:26 Predicting the Future of Cannabis Legalization: Which States Will Follow Minnesota’s Lead?
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisfontes/
https://highspiritsbeverages.com/
https://trojanhorsecannabis.com/
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