Citing a lack of scientific information, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said it can’t conclude that CBD is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) for use in human or animal food.

The National Consumers League has launched Consumers for Safe CBD, a new initiative with the Consumer Federation of America and Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America designed to warn the public of potential risks related to CBD products.

The market for cannabidiol (CBD) products is booming but new research by the Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA) shows that consumers are confused about what CBD is, what it does and whether CBD products are safe.

Attendees of PROCESS EXPO, set for Oct. 8-11 at McCormick Place in Chicago, will have access to several cannabis education sessions.

The Professional Manufacturing Confectioners Association will host a symposium this fall covering all aspects of developing and producing cannabis-infused candy and snacks.

The US Food and Drug Administration issued on July 23 a warning letter to Curaleaf Inc. for selling products containing cannabidiol (CBD) online with unsubstantiated claims that the products treat cancer, Alzheimer’s disease and opioid withdrawal, among other conditions or diseases.

An upcoming webinar will cover the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s role in oversight of hemp-derived cannabis products and food safety concerns associated with producing them.