The Czech Senate recently passed a significant bill concerning the regulation of psychomodulatory substances, including kratom and cannabis derivatives like HHC. This bill, approved on October 9, 2024, amends the…
A preliminary report from an ongoing FDA clinical study has found that kratom capsules, even in very high doses over a short period, are well-tolerated by participants. This pilot study,…
Germany Considering Kratom BanThe European Kratom Association (EKA) has announced that Germany is considering a ban on kratom.The EKA released the following statement (translated from German), along with a petition…
The Czech Republic faced a unique challenge: minors were consuming kratom purchased from vending machines. Instead of banning kratom, the national drug policy coordinator, Jindrich Voboril, advocated for regulation. In…
An extract is a concentrated substance obtained by removing or isolating specific components from a raw material. This process often involves using solvents like ethanol, oil, or water to draw…
Officials in Kedah, a state in northwestern Peninsular Malaysia bordering Thailand, are advocating for the legalization of kratom for export. Known locally as “Ketum,” kratom is currently illegal under Malaysia’s…
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture has awarded a $650,000 grant to Dr. Satya Swathi Nadakuduti, a researcher specializing in plant biotechnology and biochemistry…
In an effort to boost Indonesia’s agricultural and export sectors, Presidential Chief of Staff Moeldoko has called for an acceleration of the establishment of kratom trade regulations. The recent meeting…
Ireland is on the cusp of significant changes in its drug policy, with recent developments indicating a shift towards decriminalization and harm reduction. In 2024, two pivotal events have shaped…
Will This Major Change Result In Changes In Cannabis and Kratom Legalization in the Czech Republic? Two weeks ago, the Czech Government announced that Jindřich Vobořil, the driving force behind…