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The IG Hanf provides information through press releases about relevant developments, market data and topics in the Swiss cannabis industry.

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Cannabis regulation: “Switzerland can do better than Germany”

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More security and new jobs: Why the cannabis law works

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Cannabis: Valais blocks science and misses an opportunity

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position papers and statements

The Hemp Interest Group is actively involved in the political process for parliamentary initiative to regulate the cannabis market for better youth and consumer protection – 20.473 and promotes the regulation of cannabis in all sectors.

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Statement on the preliminary draft of the Federal Act on Cannabis Products

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Cannabis Model Switzerland

Position paper on the law on cannabis products

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Cannabis specialty store

Position on sales outlets and their organizational form

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The IG Hanf represents the Swiss cannabis industry to the media, politicians and the public. It is present at trade fairs and invites people to events. Members have access to information and networking, the IG Hanf offers a platform for discussions and collects data on the cannabis market.

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Medical Hemp and Cannabinoids pilot tests THC regulation

Newsletter November 2025

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Züri Can: Zurich draws positive interim conclusions from the cannabis study

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Medical Hemp and Cannabinoids pilot tests THC regulation

Newsletter June 2025

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Why become a member?

For the sustainable establishment of cannabis in Switzerland

IG Hanf is not only the association of the Swiss cannabis industry, but also an important voice that represents its members to politicians, authorities and the public. It also actively promotes exchange and cooperation among its members, thereby sustainably strengthening the cannabis industry in Switzerland. In addition, it pursues the mission of establishing cannabis in society in a sustainable way and creating a regulated cannabis market so that Switzerland can play a leading role in the global cannabis industry.

Regulate the cannabis market

The IG Hanf is not only committed to establishing a regulated cannabis market at various levels, but also to clear and modern cannabis legislation in Switzerland.

Advancing the industry

Through various projects, IG Hanf is driving forward the professionalization of the industry and laying the foundation for a sustainable and innovative cannabis industry to thrive in Switzerland.

Setting standards

The IG Hanf sets standards in the industry: with a code of responsible conduct and strict protection of minors as well as the Swiss Certified Cannabis (SCC) label, which guarantees product and consumer safety.