For many cannabis industry executives, it’s been a white-knuckle ride since the World Health Organization declared the COVID-19 outbreak a global pandemic in March 2020.
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Vermont regulators pass emergency rules for medical cannabis market
Vermont installed emergency rules to keep the state’s medical cannabis program running.
Colorado recalls some contaminated cannabis flower products
Some cannabis flower sold by major Colorado retailer LivWell Enlightened Health is being recalled over mold and yeast concerns.
Opinion: Now is not the time for interstate marijuana commerce in California
A state senator is proposing legislation that would open California’s borders to interstate marijuana commerce. Now’s not the time for such a move.
Los Angeles marijuana chief Cat Packer steps down
Cat Packer, executive director of the Los Angeles Department of Cannabis Regulation, is leaving the post after nearly five years in the role.
Arkansas court extends restraining order halting marijuana dispensary licensing
A circuit court judge in Arkansas extended a temporary restraining order that prevents state regulators from issuing its remaining two medical marijuana dispensary licenses.
Delaware adult-use marijuana legalization bill fails in House
A bill in Delaware that would have legalized adult-use marijuana in the state and set up a cannabis business program was defeated in the House.
Ohio sold more than $381 million in medical marijuana last year
Ohio medical cannabis companies sold more than $381 million worth of MMJ in 2021, up about 72% from 2020.
Marijuana vapes, pre-rolls popular among US consumers seeking potency, innovation
Vape pens and pre-rolls continue to grow in popularity among U.S. marijuana consumers seeking out more potent products, as well as those excited about innovations in each category.
New rules for Michigan’s marijuana program, including lower fees, take effect
Michigan regulators are implementing new rules for the state’s marijuana program, including lower application fees and the removal of tiers.
Opinion: 4 ways to empower women in the marijuana industry
Numbers, as they say, don’t lie. But they don’t tell a full story, either.
The number of women working in the cannabis industry is on the decline.
Nevada suspends cannabis company’s license over seed-to-sale tracking issues
Nevada regulators voted to suspend the adult-use and medical cannabis cultivation and production licenses of NLVG, doing business as Desert Bloom, for not properly tracking its marijuana.
