Hector Gomes February, 26th Colombia has been dealing with cannabis for at least one century now, and it has not been an easy or a steady ride. From widespread use to prohibition, influenced by the restrictive trends emanating from traditional and still current world centers of power, such as Europe and North America, Colombia has developed an industry that, despite wobbling and having to face local opposition and international stereotypes, is a reference to other countries. Being a regional pioneer in terms of cannabis legislation, regulation and production, with some companies now expanding across its borders and gaining visibility for its genetic regulation and surging exporting capabilities.