“We have a mapping system and many other tools to track, monitor and control [cannabis],” Pipop Chamnivikaipong, who works for ONCB, said. Concerns still linger about whether Thai authorities will really be able to ensure that only authorised personnel have access to marijuana. “We are planning control measures and they are based on the perspective that cannabis is a type of narcotic,” he said. Gamhom Nalanchang, a doctorate holder, said she had sold cannabis plants and related equipment to authorised marijuana users in collaboration with US agencies. According to her, many growers are elderly people battling several diseases, who need marijuana to cope with the effects of medication.

Source: The Nation Bangkok October 30, 2018 18:00 UTC