The winners of The Emjays International Cannabis Awards for 2024 were presented Thursday night in conjunction with MJBizCon.
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3 cannabis genetics companies to merge, will be led by Barney’s Farm CEO
Cannabis seed producers Barney’s Farm Genetics, I Love Growing Marijuana (ILGM) and Sensi Seeds are merging under a deal that will close in early 2025.
Ohio, Florida and hemp are rising stars of cannabis industry, MJBizCon panel says
While California and Michigan engaged in a yearlong battle for sales leader among regulated marijuana markets, much of the biggest cannabis news in 2024 came from Ohio and Florida.
MJBizCon panelists issue cannabis industry predictions for 2025
“State of the Industry” panelists at MJBizCon made predictions about marijuana rescheduling, Florida, Ohio and cannabis consumption lounges.
Colorado cannabis operator secures $500K loan for environmental upgrades
Colorado-based SHF Holdings supplied cannabis operator PI 51st Avenue with a $500,000 loan to invest in energy-saving lighting and other equipment to improve operational efficiency and sustainability.
Huber USA: Supporting Cannabis Innovation with Cutting-Edge Temperature Control Solutions
This is a note from our sponsors. When cannabis companies need high-precision temperature control equipment to produce extracts, concentrates and other in-demand derivative products, they turn to Huber USA. Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, Huber USA is a...
Cannabis operator Rubicon borrows CA$10M in secured credit facilities
British Columbia-based cannabis license holder Rubicon Organics borrowed 10 million Canadian dollars (roughly $7.1 million) in secured credit facilities to pay debt.
Hawaii medical marijuana caregiver program set to expire Dec. 31
A law allowing medical marijuana caregivers to provide cannabis to patients in Hawaii will sunset on Dec. 31 without legislative action.
Hawthorne Turns the Corner, Poised to Deliver Increased Value to Cultivators
For Hawthorne Gardening Company, the economic realities of the cannabis industry forced the leading supplier of nutrients, lighting and other cultivation products to make a strategic pivot.
Cannabis industry is apparent target of Everest Ransomware, security experts warn
The Everest Ransomware group appears to have set its sights on the marijuana industry, according to the Cannabis Information Sharing & Analysis Organization.
Florida approves 22 applicants for medical marijuana dispensary licenses
The wait is over for 74 applicants in Florida hoping to secure Medical Marijuana Treatment Center licenses.
Ispire Technology to Showcase VLT Pod System and I-80 Vape Filling Machine at MJBizCon
At MJBizCon this coming December, Ispire Technology Inc. (NASDAQ: ISPR) will showcase two new technology innovations.













