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IL Lawmaker Defends Secrecy-Shrouded Application Process
Illinois is keeping information about applicants for medical marijuana business permits completely confidential, ostensibly to prevent political connections from coming into play when the state awards dispensary and cultivation licenses.…
News September 15Guest Column: Food Safety Strategies for Cannabis Edibles Manufacturers
By Maureen McNamara There are many aspects of running an edibles company that demand attention, from regulatory compliance and product consistency to packaging and financial issues. With all this on…
News September 15Florida MMJ Opponents Buy $1.6M in TV Ads
Opponents of the push to legalize medical marijuana in Florida recently announced a $1.6 million TV ad buy in the hopes of sinking MMJ at the polls. The move is…
News September 15Politicians Openly Discuss Marijuana Issues
As the 2014 election approaches, politicians are increasingly comfortable addressing marijuana issues as part of their campaigns. It’s a positive indicator that the 2016 election cycle, including the race for…
News September 12Week in Review: Rec Marijuana Markets Humming Along + Hawaii MMJ Report & Lesson in Illinois
By Chris Walsh The nation’s first two recreational marijuana markets post impressive growth, a report bolsters the case for dispensaries in Hawaii and an incident in Illinois provides a valuable…
News September 12Oregon Cities Levy Taxes in Hopes of Rec Law Passage
For many voters, a key selling point of recreational cannabis legalization is the possible tax windfall from the sale of cannabis and related products.
News September 11Cannabis Industry to Impact Energy Needs of Northwest Region
A 20-year power plan covering the northeast United States is taking into account the sizable energy needs of marijuana production. The Northwest Power and Conservation Council said it expects cultivators…
News September 11Illinois MMJ Applicants Scramble for Local Support
As the deadline approaches to submit applications for dispensary and cultivation permits in Illinois, many entrepreneurs are scrambling to secure local approval to help boost their chances of winning a…
News September 11Latest Rec Sales Data: $7M in Washington, $30M in Colorado
Colorado and Washington have released updated tax data associated with their respective marijuana programs. In Washington, the numbers indicate that monthly recreational marijuana sales more than doubled to hit nearly…
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