State cannabis regulators still one step behind questionable THC lab data

Despite widespread acknowledgement from cannabis industry observers that commercial testing laboratories across the country routinely inflate THC potency results, consequences are rare, according to a review of recent state regulatory actions.

Alleged fake marijuana unions are expanding foothold across United States

Ascend Cannabis’ adult-use marijuana store in Montclair, New Jersey, underscores a “significant problem” in the nation’s marijuana industry that labor unions say is thwarting worker rights – and so far eluding otherwise strict regulations governing the MJ industry.

Cannabis seed-to-sale software giant Metrc pivots focus to companies

Cannabis seed-to-sale tracking company Metrc has shifted its focus from state governments to companies as its footprint has grown.

Oregon court pauses marijuana testing requirement for aspergillus mold

The Oregon Court of Appeals called for a temporary halt to a new marijuana lab-testing requirement for aspergillus, a type of mold that has led to recalls in several legal cannabis markets.

Jason Wild details how TerrAscend became a TSX trailblazer for US marijuana

TerrAsend Corp.’s Jason Wild discusses how the cannabis multistate operator uplisted to the Toronto Stock Exchange.

Cannabis brands, products steeped in nostalgia aim to attract generational consumers

Cannabis companies nationwide are infusing a heavy dose of nostalgia in their products and building brands based on fond memories, good times and the soundtracks of some of our formative years.

New year brings new laws, rules for cannabis businesses nationwide

With the start of a new year, cannabis companies across the country are tweaking their business models to meet changing laws and regulations that could affect sales and how they run their operations.

2022 marijuana-focused election updates, analysis & highlights

Coverage of the 2022 election, focusing on legalization measures in five states and key federal races that could affect marijuana reform.

10 strategies U.S. cannabis executives use to strengthen their small businesses

In Colorado, the 10 biggest marijuana businesses account for more than 70% of cannabis sales, according to MJ consultant Chris Cox.

The same will eventually be true in California, where the top 10 companies account for more than 30% of marijuana sales, says Cox, a partner with Sacramento-based cannabis consultancy BeGreenLegal.

Once-high-flying Flow Cannabis Co. falls to earth amid woes, offering lesson for others

The once-lofty future of Flow Cannabis Co. and its Flow Kana Brand is now uncertain given layoffs, executive departures and tight funding.