Ed Rosenthal

Ed Rosenthal is a leading authority on cannabis horticulture, an educator, and a long-time legalization activist. Reverently nicknamed the “Guru of Ganja” by High Times Magazine, Ed has championed marijuana legalization and led the “grow your own” movement for nearly 50 years. In 1999, Ed was deputized as an officer of the City of Oakland, where he oversaw starter plant operations so that medical patients could grow their own marijuana. His ensuing highly publicized Federal trial in 2003 helped shift public opinion in favor of state medical marijuana laws. Today, his focus is on re-legalizing cannabis in India, where it had been part of the culture for millennia. “Ed holds the distinction of turning more people onto pot than Cheech and Chong.” – Tommy Chong edrosenthal.com | @edrosenthal420