Is The Word Marijuana Racist in Thailand?
Marijuana is often cited as a racist term in some cultures. But is marijuana racist in Thailand?
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The Medical Cannabis Rules for Thais
Medical cannabis rules in Thailand seems to be a bit of a mystery for most of us foreigners, but we have been getting various reports indicating where to go and what the process is.ย Today, weโre going to explore the …
Thailand Cannabis FAQ
Is marijuana legal in Thailand? The short answer is that Thailand legalized the medicinal use of cannabis, including marijuana, in 2019. The longer is that it is complicated. In June of 2022, Thailand removed nearly all restrictions on the cannabis …
Can Foreigners Get CBD or THC at a Thai Clinic?
UPDATE: July 22, 2020 Cannabis Activist and CEO of Elevated Estate, Kitty Chopaka, reached out to the Office of Narcotics Control Board (ONCB) who has been able to confirm that properly licensed private clinics are now authorized to offer cannabis …
How To Get CBD in Thailand Legally as a Foreigner
There has been a lot of confusion surrounding whether or not foreigners can get CBD in Thailand legally. In fact, in a previous post, we detail some of the reasons foreigners may want to be cautious of obtaining CBD in …
History of Marijuana in Thailand
While most discussion of cannabis in Thailand is focused on the recent legal changes, the history of marijuana in Thailand goes back much farther. Researchers believe that hemp may have been one of the first plants to be regularly cultivated …
Dictionary of Cannabis Terms
Adult-Use The same as recreational use. Refers to the use of cannabis products without medically qualifying reasons. Atomizer The heating element in a vape pen which produces the vapor. Blunt A cigar that has been hollowed out and filled with …
CBD in Thailand: How to Use CBD in Thailand Responsibly
When the Thai government legalized medical cannabis, they made an effort to focus their energies on cannabidiol, popularly known as CBD, rather than traditional marijuana. Officials wanted to promote CBD in Thailand as a true medicinal tool rather than as …
Misleading Cannabis News in Thailand
One of the things we quickly discovered in researching the cannabis laws in Thailand is that there was a lot of misleading cannabis news floating around. First off, before we even get started, we want to acknowledge the fact that …
Is CBD Oil Legal in Thailand? Everything You Need to Know
CBD oil is legal in Thailand. Find out how to legally obtain CBD oil.
Thailand Marijuana Resources
We’ve compiled a list of resources you may wish to consult in researching marijuana/cannabis use in Thailand. These are websites/resources we have found useful in doing our own research and wanted to make them available to our users. Thai Marijuana …
Qualifying Conditions for Medical Marijuana in Thailand
Thailand’s medical marijuana qualifying conditions list.
Is Marijuana Legal in Thailand? The Definitive Guide
Marijuana is legal in Thailand. But before you bust out the bong, be sure to know what is and isn’t allowed.
Ganja: Why Thais Call Marijuana Ganja
Ever wonder why Thais call marijuana “ganja”? Surprisingly, the word has more to do with Asia than it does with Jamaica.
Call For Removal of Kratom, Cannabis From Drugs List
In what they hope is a New Year’s gift to the people, Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and Justice Minister Somsak Thepsutin signed a memo of understanding (MOU) which could eventually lead to cannabis and kratom being removed from the …
Bangkok Gets First Clinic Specifically Devoted to Medical Cannabis Treatment
According to ThaiPBS, the Nonthaburi-based Phra Nangklao Hospital has opened its first medical cannabis clinic. The clinic will be initially staffed by 16 medical personnel which includes doctors, nurses, a dentist, and pharmacists that have completed training in the use …
PM Prayut Uses Medical Marijuana Products at Event
Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha appeared at a launch for the governmentโs medical cannabis education website. Prayut reportedly took a few hits from a cannabis vaporizer pen and rubbed marijuana oil behind his ears in front of news media. The …
SpaceX Will Deliver Cannabis to Space Station
Elon Muskโs SpaceXโs next International Space Station (ISS) resupply mission, schedule for March 2020, will include a very special delivery of cannabis from agri-tech company Front Range Biosciences in collaboration with SpaceCells USA Inc. and BioServe Space Technologies at the …
Vaping Disease (EVALI/VAPI) Hits First Thai Patient
Critical care specialist, Dr. Manoon Leechawengwongs, of the Vichaiyut Hospital in Bangkok posted on Facebook that a 48 year old male lung cancer patient suffering from pneumonia and respiratory failure had been diagnosed with EVALI (electronic cigarette, or vaping product, …
Ganja Festival 2020 to Be Hosted in Thailand
It has been announced that Thailand will serve as host for the first-ever World Ganja Festival in 2020. The event is designed to highlight the benefits of cannabis and promote Thailand as a leader in growing high-quality strains of marijuana. …
Hemp Removed From Controlled Substances List
In an effort to promote the development of cannabis products for medical purposes, Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has removed the seeds and oils extracted from some marijuana plants, particularly hemp, from the list of controlled substances. Hemp is classified …
First Medical Marijuana Clinic Opens in Korat
Public Health Minister Anutin Charnvirakul officially opened the first medical marijuana clinic at the Maharat Nakhon Ratchasima Hospital. During the initial phase, medical marijuana treatments will be available primarily to two groups of people. The first are patients that have …
Thailand Turns Seized Marijuana Into Medicine
Following approval from the Food and Drug Administration, the Office of the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB) has turned over 1 ton of seized marijuana to the Department of Thai Traditional, Alternative Medicine and the Department of Medical Sciences to be …
Rangsit University Opens โGanja Studies Departmentโ
Rangsit University has announced that they will be adding a new undergraduate program called, โGanja Studies Department.โ Rangsit University will play an interesting role as Thailand opens up to legalization of cannabis. While marijuana was once a integral part of …
New Tourism Minister to Promote Medical Marijuana Tourism
Thailand’s new Tourism and Sports Minister, Pipat Ratchakitprakan, said that he would like to promote medical marijuana and Thai traditional medicine tourism. Pipat, a influential member of the pro-marijuana Bhumjaithai Party, believes that working with fellow party member, Public Health …