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<div class="event-title">Nepal (Gandaki Province): Provincial Cannabis Legalization Bill Introduced</div>
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Provincial assembly introduced Cannabis Cultivation Regulation and Management Bill 2082 legalizing regulated cannabis farming for medicinal and industrial use. Bill bans unlicensed individual cultivation, requiring farmers to join licensed cooperatives. Traditional wild-harvest growers in Gandaki hills face barriers including licensing fees and minimum land requirements.
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[[Growing Region: Central Himalayas]] · [https://risingnepaldaily.com/news/70981 Source: Rising Nepal Daily]
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<li>'''Nepal (Gandaki Province) – November 2025''' – Provincial assembly introduced Cannabis Cultivation Regulation and Management Bill 2082 legalizing regulated cannabis farming for medicinal and industrial use. Bill bans unlicensed individual cultivation, requiring farmers to join licensed cooperatives or companies. Traditional wild-harvest growers in Gandaki hills face barriers including licensing fees and minimum land requirements. [[Growing Region: Central Himalayas]] / [[Gene Pool: South Asia]]. [https://risingnepaldaily.com/news/70981 Rising Nepal Daily]</li>
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<div class="event-title">Nigeria (Edo State): NDLEA Destroys 77.5 Hectares of Cannabis Farms</div>
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National Drug Law Enforcement Agency destroyed 77.5 hectares of cannabis farms. Commander urged farmland confiscation and grower prosecution. NDLEA rolling out "Alternative Development" program encouraging crop substitution. Directly targets traditional "Igbo" landrace cultivation communities.
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[[Gene Pool: Africa]] · [https://newswirelawandevents.com/national-drug-law-enforcement-agency-destroys-77-5-hectares-cannabis-farms-edo/ Source: Newswire]
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<li>'''South Africa – November 2025''' – Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) called on police to stop arresting people for private cannabis cultivation, especially Rastafarian community members. Addresses gap between 2018 Constitutional Court ruling (decriminalizing private use/growing) and ongoing enforcement harassment. Affects traditional cultivation of indigenous "dagga" landrace varieties. [[Growing Region: Eastern Cape]] / [[Growing Region: KwaZulu-Natal]] / [[Gene Pool: Africa]]. [https://www.georgeherald.com/News/Article/Local-News/calls-for-end-to-unlawful-arrests-of-cannabis-users-202511050726 George Herald]</li>
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<div class="event-title">South Africa: Human Rights Commission Calls for End to Unlawful Cannabis Arrests</div>
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SAHRC called on police to stop arresting people for private cannabis cultivation, especially Rastafarian community members. Addresses gap between 2018 Constitutional Court ruling (decriminalizing private use/growing) and ongoing enforcement harassment of traditional "dagga" cultivators.
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[[Growing Region: Eastern Cape]] · [[Growing Region: KwaZulu-Natal]] · [https://www.georgeherald.com/News/Article/Local-News/calls-for-end-to-unlawful-arrests-of-cannabis-users-202511050726 Source: George Herald]
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<li>'''Morocco (Rif Region) – October 2025''' – Interior Ministry revoked 111 cannabis cultivation licenses for regulatory non-compliance following thousands of ANRAC inspections. Signals strict enforcement of 2021 cannabis law requiring cooperative structures and crop tracking. Traditional kif growers risk being pushed back into illegality if unable to meet bureaucratic standards. [[Growing Region: Rif Mountains]] / [[Gene Pool: Africa]]. [https://en.bladi.net/cannabis-crackdown-morocco-revokes-111-licenses-amid-industry-boom,117402.html Bladi]</li>
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<li>'''Colombia – October 2025''' – Government issued Decree 1138 legalizing domestic sale of medical cannabis flower (previously extract-only). First two years reserved exclusively for micro and small cultivators; simplified licensing process mandated within 5 months. Benefits traditional growers of Punto Rojo, Santa Marta Gold, and other Colombian landrace strains. [[Gene Pool: Americas]]. [https://hightimes.com/news/colombia-approves-sale-of-medical-cannabis-flower-small-growers-get-first-dibs/ High Times]</li>
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<li>'''Kazakhstan – October 14, 2025''' – Industrial hemp cultivation legalized with five companies immediately licensed. Regulations cap THC at 0.3% and require government-approved low-THC varieties only. Chu Valley's famed wild cannabis (5–15% THC) remains illegal; traditional users/gatherers receive no legal protection. [[Gene Pool: Central Asia]]. [https://qazinform.com/news/kazakhstan-legalizes-industrial-hemp-cultivation-as-five-companies-receive-licenses-966e87 Qazinform]</li>
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Zomia Collective team documented accessions [[ZOM-2025-IN-051]] through [[ZOM-2025-IN-053]] in [[Growing Area: Darjeeling Foothills]]. Preliminary observations note significant phenotype variation in traditional cultivation sites across Jalpaiguri and Kalimpong districts. Survey continues through January 2025.
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<li>'''Thailand – June 2025''' – Reversed 2022 decriminalization, reclassifying cannabis flower as controlled herb requiring doctor's prescription (effective July 2025). Recreational use and unlicensed trade again criminal. Small farmers growing local Thai strains must obtain medical licenses or cease cultivation, threatening diversity of "Thai stick" and other indigenous genetics. [[Growing Region: Northern Thailand]] / [[Growing Region: Northeastern Thailand]] / [[Gene Pool: Southeast Asia]]. [https://www.cannabissciencetech.com/view/thailand-restricts-recreational-cannabis-use-returns-to-medical-only-market Cannabis Science & Tech]</li>
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<li>'''Pakistan – February 2024''' – Federal ordinance established Cannabis Control and Regulatory Authority (CCRA) to license industrial hemp and medical cannabis cultivation (THC under 0.3%). Indigenous high-THC "charas" landrace strains from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and tribal areas remain illegal; traditional hashish production not decriminalized. [[Growing Region: Hindu Kush]] / [[Gene Pool: South Asia]]. [https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/5/8/pakistan-bets-on-a-cannabis-high-as-its-economy-struggles Al Jazeera] / [https://internationalcbc.com/pakistan-is-allocating-funds-for-medical-cannabis-and-hemp-production/ ICBC]</li>
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Multiple unconfirmed reports of eradication activity in [[Appellation: Malana Valley|Malana]] and [[Appellation: Rasol|Rasol]] areas during harvest season. Extent and specific fields affected remain unclear; Zomia team monitoring situation. Related appellations: [[Appellation: Tosh]], [[Appellation: Pulga]]. Status updates pending field verification.
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<li>'''Nigeria (Edo State) – November 2025''' – National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) destroyed 77.5 hectares of cannabis farms. Commander urged farmland confiscation and grower prosecution. NDLEA rolling out "Alternative Development" program encouraging crop substitution (cassava, maize, cocoa). Directly targets traditional "Igbo" landrace cultivation communities. [[Gene Pool: Africa]]. [https://newswirelawandevents.com/national-drug-law-enforcement-agency-destroys-77-5-hectares-cannabis-farms-edo/ Newswire Law and Events]</li>
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<li>'''Eswatini (Swaziland) – September 2025''' – Government re-affirmed 1922 colonial-era prohibition with no medical/traditional use provisions. Intensified campaign using drones and aircraft to spray fields with herbicides. Eswatini Cannabis Association protested environmental and constitutional violations. Threatens preservation of "Swazi Gold" landrace genetics. [[Gene Pool: Africa]]. [https://swazidailynews.com/archives/4353 Eswatini Daily News]</li>
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Industrial hemp cultivation legalized with five companies immediately licensed. Regulations cap THC at 0.3% and require government-approved low-THC varieties only. Chu Valley's famed wild cannabis (5–15% THC) remains illegal; traditional users/gatherers receive no legal protection.
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[[Gene Pool: Central Asia]] · [https://qazinform.com/news/kazakhstan-legalizes-industrial-hemp-cultivation-as-five-companies-receive-licenses-966e87 Source: Qazinform]
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<li>'''Afghanistan – Ongoing (2022–2025)''' – Taliban maintains sweeping narcotics ban announced April 2022, officially prohibiting cannabis cultivation and trade. Enforcement inconsistent; hashish continues in shadow markets. Traditional farmers in Balkh, Nangarhar, and Kandahar provinces face crop destruction and harsh penalties. Threatens centuries-old Hindu Kush landrace varieties and hashish culture. [[Growing Region: Northern Afghanistan]] / [[Growing Region: Eastern Afghanistan]] / [[Gene Pool: South Asia]]. [https://globalinitiative.net/analysis/afghanistans-illicit-drug-economy-after-the-opium-ban/ Global Initiative]</li>
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<div class="event-title">Colombia: Decree Legalizes Domestic Medical Cannabis Flower Sales (Small Growers Priority)</div>
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Government issued Decree 1138 legalizing domestic sale of medical cannabis flower. First two years reserved exclusively for micro and small cultivators; simplified licensing process mandated within 5 months. Benefits traditional growers of Punto Rojo, Santa Marta Gold, and other Colombian landrace strains.
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[[Gene Pool: Americas]] · [https://hightimes.com/news/colombia-approves-sale-of-medical-cannabis-flower-small-growers-get-first-dibs/ Source: High Times]
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<li>'''Northeast India Survey – November 2024 to January 2025''' – Ongoing documentation and accession collection in [[Growing Area: Darjeeling Foothills]] and [[Growing Area: Terai Lowlands]] including Jalpaiguri and Kalimpong districts. Latest accessions: [[ZOM-2025-IN-047]] through [[ZOM-2025-IN-053]]. Preliminary field notes documenting traditional cultivation practices and phenotype variation. Full field report expected February 2025. [[Gene Pool: South Asia]]</li>
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<li>'''Northern Thailand Assessment – December 2024''' – Survey of cultivation status in [[Growing Area: Golden Triangle Highlands]] and [[Growing Area: Doi Inthanon Complex]]. Focus on post-decriminalization (and post-recriminalization) changes to traditional growing practices. Assessing impact of June 2025 medical-only reversal on village-level cultivation. Accession collection ongoing. [[Growing Region: Northern Thailand]]</li>
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<li>'''Rif Mountains Documentation – Planned Q1 2025''' – Partnership documentation project in [[Growing Region: Rif Mountains]] following 2021 legalization and 2025 enforcement crackdown. Survey will assess genetic diversity across legal cultivation zones, document traditional kif production methods, and evaluate impact of license revocations on small farmers. [[Gene Pool: Africa]]</li>
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November 22, 2025
3 events

Policy South Asia

Nepal (Gandaki Province): Provincial Cannabis Legalization Bill Introduced

Provincial assembly introduced Cannabis Cultivation Regulation and Management Bill 2082 legalizing regulated cannabis farming for medicinal and industrial use. Bill bans unlicensed individual cultivation, requiring farmers to join licensed cooperatives. Traditional wild-harvest growers in Gandaki hills face barriers including licensing fees and minimum land requirements.

Growing Region: Central Himalayas · Source: Rising Nepal Daily

Enforcement Africa

Nigeria (Edo State): NDLEA Destroys 77.5 Hectares of Cannabis Farms

National Drug Law Enforcement Agency destroyed 77.5 hectares of cannabis farms. Commander urged farmland confiscation and grower prosecution. NDLEA rolling out "Alternative Development" program encouraging crop substitution. Directly targets traditional "Igbo" landrace cultivation communities.

Gene Pool: Africa · Source: Newswire

Policy Africa

South Africa: Human Rights Commission Calls for End to Unlawful Cannabis Arrests

SAHRC called on police to stop arresting people for private cannabis cultivation, especially Rastafarian community members. Addresses gap between 2018 Constitutional Court ruling (decriminalizing private use/growing) and ongoing enforcement harassment of traditional "dagga" cultivators.

Growing Region: Eastern Cape · Growing Region: KwaZulu-Natal · Source: George Herald

November 18, 2025
1 event

Fieldwork South Asia

Northeast India Survey: Latest Accessions Documented

Zomia Collective team documented accessions ZOM-2025-IN-051 through ZOM-2025-IN-053 in Growing Area: Darjeeling Foothills. Preliminary observations note significant phenotype variation in traditional cultivation sites across Jalpaiguri and Kalimpong districts. Survey continues through January 2025.

Field Notes · Gene Pool: South Asia

November 15, 2025
1 event

Enforcement South Asia

India (Parvati Valley): Reports of Eradication Activity During Harvest Season

Multiple unconfirmed reports of eradication activity in Malana and Rasol areas during harvest season. Extent and specific fields affected remain unclear; Zomia team monitoring situation. Related appellations: Appellation: Tosh, Appellation: Pulga. Status updates pending field verification.

Growing Area: Parvati Valley · Growing Region: Western Himalayas

October 14, 2025
2 events

Policy Central Asia

Kazakhstan: Industrial Hemp Legalization (High-THC Cannabis Excluded)

Industrial hemp cultivation legalized with five companies immediately licensed. Regulations cap THC at 0.3% and require government-approved low-THC varieties only. Chu Valley's famed wild cannabis (5–15% THC) remains illegal; traditional users/gatherers receive no legal protection.

Gene Pool: Central Asia · Source: Qazinform

Policy Americas

Colombia: Decree Legalizes Domestic Medical Cannabis Flower Sales (Small Growers Priority)

Government issued Decree 1138 legalizing domestic sale of medical cannabis flower. First two years reserved exclusively for micro and small cultivators; simplified licensing process mandated within 5 months. Benefits traditional growers of Punto Rojo, Santa Marta Gold, and other Colombian landrace strains.

Gene Pool: Americas · Source: High Times

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Nov 22, 2025
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Nov 15, 2025
India: Parvati Valley eradication reports (unconfirmed)
Sept 18, 2025
Eswatini: Aerial herbicide spraying campaign
Ongoing
Afghanistan: Taliban narcotics ban (2022-2025)

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Northeast India
In Progress (Nov 2024 - Jan 2025)
Latest: ZOM-2025-IN-053
Northern Thailand
Assessment Phase (Dec 2024)
Post-recriminalization cultivation survey
Rif Mountains (Morocco)
Planned (Q1 2025)
License revocation impact assessment

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Nov 22, 2025
Nepal: Provincial legalization bill (Gandaki)
Oct 14, 2025
Colombia: Medical flower sales (small grower priority)
Oct 14, 2025
Kazakhstan: Industrial hemp legalized
June 2025
Thailand: Reversal to medical-only

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Critical Threat
3 regions
Eradications Ongoing
5 regions
Active/Cultivated
12 regions

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Contributing to Current Events

Date Format
Use full date: "November 22, 2025" for day cards, "Nov 22" for quick references

Event Categories
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Source Links
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Hierarchy Links
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