(Newswire.net — August 31, 2020) — There are few industries as controversial as the cannabinol(CBD)industry. Having been around since the colonial period, the cannabis industry has seen many changes. Even still, cannabis has enjoyed several historical moments in the limelight. For decades the hemp from the cannabis plant dominated the industry.
The Business Behind the Decline
As time progressed, however, people began taking another look at the uses of cannabis and the adverse effects. The 1930’s morality regarding the cannabis plant was taking a stronghold on American society. Urged on by famous movies and scare tactics, parents became convinced that the usage of “reefer” was on the rise, and their children were in danger. However, it was not until 1937 that growing cannabis became illegal.
Moreover, new industries were also coming into existence that competed with hemp. As the hemp fibers were cheaper than wood pulp for newspapers, it has been argued that Randolph Hearst felt it was a threat to his timber industry. Also, as the Duponts’ had a synthetic fiber product called nylon, that competed as well. In an age where money talked, it was cannabis that had to walk.
As far as many business people were concerned about the production of cannabis, the consequent use of the hemp fibers hindered their interest. Cannabis, while widely used in products and medicine came under rapid fire with the war on drugs with the creation of Just Say No campaigns. With the name marijuana or in slang Mary Jane, it became known as a gateway drug. Something to stay away from. However, the medical community was taking a different view from the broader public opinion.
Medical Cannabis Use
Time has a way of seeing history in a different light. As the use of hemp fibers declined, the usage of the plant seemed to increase. First, as a trend among the youth, but later as a benefit for specific medical conditions. While still listed as a Schedule 1 narcotic, according to the Controlled Substances Act of 1970, cannabis was still being prescribed to patients for terminal illnesses. As the medicinal use increases, so knows what properties were the most beneficial. It was discovered that there was indeed a difference between the Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD).
As a result of many years of research, various products began to surface across the marketplace. While “the best medical cannabis” was still only given in prescription, there was no shortage of pills or other sold products. The most significant impact on the industry has been the Farmers Bill of 2018, effectively removing marijuana from the controlled substance list.
CBD Movement
After a long road and tumultuous history, products produced from the cannabis plant have carved out a unique niche of their own. Once only for use in the terminally ill, many products have come to the market claiming benefits for everyday aches and pains. With this boom of home remedies hitting the market, consumers have actively sought them out. Especially when it comes to the relief of inflammation and pain. It was long held in the medical community that those suffering from chronic pain could find relief in taking cannabis.
However, now the public has become aware that CBD products could provide them with some of those same benefits. Despite the public’s sometimes hostile perceptions, it seems CBD is here to stay. One of the many items produced is CBD Pain Relief Cream. Topical products for pain relief have gained in popularity as they are not only easy to apply but tend to work faster than taking a pill. Not to mention, they are applied directly to the site of discomfort. They are typically touted as providing better relief without the side- effects of prescription medications.
As states across the country begin to enact laws regarding usage and distribution of CBD, the industry sees its most significant rise in history. No longer do consumers have to get expensive prescriptions. Products containing CBD are widely sold in many popular neighborhood stores.
Through the war in drugs and now back in the light, cannabis has seen many things from Jamestown. From decline to resurgence, one thing is definitively exact. Cannabis and the CBD it produces will be around for years to come.