Trade court OKs cannabis equipment imports to Washington state
The U.S. Court of International Trade ruled that a Canadian manufacturer can import cannabis trimming equipment to Washington state, an important develop for the industry nationwide.
Washington State MMJ News
The U.S. Court of International Trade ruled that a Canadian manufacturer can import cannabis trimming equipment to Washington state, an important develop for the industry nationwide.
Seattle-based marijuana commerce platform Leafly will eliminate 56 jobs, or 21% of its workforce, to save approximately $16 million beginning in 2023.
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