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How to build a profitable cannabis business – and critique rivals: Q&A with Village Farms CEO Michael DeGiglio

Only one large-scale cannabis producer in Canada has established a leading market position without accumulating steep losses and significant spending on mergers and acquisition: Pure Sunfarms.

News September 22
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The wheels of capitalism, not Congress, are driving marijuana legislation

The effort toward federal marijuana legalization appeared to make a major leap when senate Democrats introduced the Cannabis Administration & Opportunity Act (CAOA).

News September 22
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Massachusetts mayor gets 6 years in prison for marijuana bribery scheme

The former mayor of a small Massachusetts town received a six-year prison term after his conviction earlier this year on charges including fraud and extortion tied to the licensing of…

News September 21
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Cannabis REIT enters Missouri via sale-leaseback deal totaling $28.3M

Innovative Industrial Properties (IIP) said it has extended its geographic footprint into Missouri through a sale-leaseback deal with CPC of Missouri - Smithville, a subsidiary of Massachusetts-based multistate operator Calyx…

News September 21
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Amazon expands on support for federal marijuana reform, workplace equity

E-commerce giant Amazon has stepped up its efforts to support federal marijuana reform and provide a more equitable workplace in terms of MJ policy. In a blog post Tuesday, the…

News September 21
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Michigan’s Skymint secures $78 million in financing, acquires cannabis retailer

Vertically integrated Michigan marijuana operator Skymint landed $78 million in funding while also acquiring 3Fifteen Cannabis, a retailer in the state, for an undisclosed sum.

News September 21
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Chicago to allow expansion of recreational marijuana stores

Chicago is easing zoning restrictions that will allow recreational marijuana stores to expand.

News September 21
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How to build a global marijuana flower brand: Q&A with Cookies co-founder Berner

National cannabis brands are common across most sectors -- edibles, vape pens, pre-rolls. But one sector is lacking in that regard: Flower.

News September 21
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How to ensure your cannabis business can clear wage-compliance hurdles

As the cannabis industry continues to grow, it is important to stay on top of wage and hour issues that could upend a growing company.

News September 21
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