Hemp News Today — July 31, 2026
Hemp THC drinks to be served at Chicago music festival Lollapalooza – for now and more — today's hemp signal.
The hemp and cannabis industry continues to evolve and expand into new areas. In the events space, hemp-derived THC drinks will be making an appearance at the popular Chicago music festival Lollapalooza, marking a significant foray into mainstream culture. However, it's worth noting that this development is not without its caveats, as regulatory uncertainty still surrounds these products.
In other news, Utah is moving forward with its medical cannabis program, announcing plans to add another license to the state's existing roster. This development reflects the ongoing growth of medical cannabis programs across the US. Meanwhile, entrepreneur Jason Harris has successfully rebuilt Jerome Baker Designs into the world's largest bong company, demonstrating the potential for innovation and success in the cannabis industry's ancillary sectors. These stories highlight the diverse and rapidly changing landscape of the hemp and cannabis industry.
Today's signal:
• Hemp THC drinks to be served at Chicago music festival Lollapalooza – for now (mjbizdaily.com)
• Utah to add another medical cannabis license (mjbizdaily.com)
• How Jason Harris rebuilt Jerome Baker Designs into the world’s biggest bong company (mjbizdaily.com)