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North Carolina governor hints at hemp crackdown via marijuana task force

North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein supports adult-use marijuana legalization, but the Democrat is firmly opposed to the "Wild West" situation around hemp-derived THC products in the state.

News June 9
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How Old Pal built a cannabis brand rooted in community

Some cannabis brands stand out not just for their products but for the distinct culture and philosophy they cultivate. Old Pal is one of them.

News June 9
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Proposed federal hemp-derived THC ban advances despite broad opposition

A Republican-backed budget bill that includes a ban on hemp-derived THC and THCA flower advanced out of a House subcommittee on Thursday by a 9-7 party-line vote.

News June 6
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Minnesota awards 249 recreational marijuana licenses via lottery

Minnesota awarded 249 recreational marijuana business licenses during a Thursday lottery held roughly two years after the state legalized adult use.

News June 6
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This Japanese business model could help optimize cannabis cultivation profitability

A continuous improvement approach to direct materials, labor and associated processes can increase cannabis cultivators' profitability.

News June 6
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Florida recreational marijuana legalization campaign advances, but there’s a catch

A campaign to legalize recreational marijuana in Florida have collected enough signatures to send the proposed ballot language to the state Supreme Court for review, according to election officials.

News June 5
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Canadian cannabis industry adds CA$9.1 billion to nation’s GDP

The Canadian cannabis industry added 9.1 billion Canadian dollars ($6.7 billion) to the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) during the first quarter of 2025, up from CA$8.3 billion in 2024.

News June 5
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California’s marijuana sales on decline as consumers buy less expensive products

California marijuana consumers aren’t buying less product at state-licensed stores, but they do appear to be buying cheaper ones.

News June 5
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Federal budget proposal would ban hemp-derived THC, THCA flower

U.S. hemp interests are sounding the alarm over a House Republican budget proposal that, if passed by Congress, would ban hemp-derived THC products outright at the federal level, including so-called…

News June 4
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