South Dakota OKs adult-use cannabis after passing medical measure

South Dakota became the first state in the country to legalize medical and adult-use marijuana simultaneously during Tuesday’s election.

35 US Senate seats are up for grabs, and several would be key wins for the cannabis sector

The business outlook for cannabis companies could be significantly different this time next year, depending in large part on which party controls the Senate and which senators are elected.

Chart: Despite product shortages, New Mexico medical marijuana program posts significant growth in 2018

New Mexico’s medical marijuana program continues to grow at a blistering pace, even as supply shortages and high prices plagued the industry during 2018.

Chart: Hawaii’s medical marijuana program on the rise, and out-of-state patients are on horizon

Hawaii’s medical marijuana patient rolls continue to grow, rising 17% in 2018, with the vast majority of adults in the program seeking relief from severe pain.