Latest In: illicit market

california thc beverages Cannabis Beverages illicit market thc beverages
Image of cans of Keef infused beverages

Cannabis consumers don’t want low-dose THC beverages, California companies claim

Cannabis beverages with small amounts of THC, such as 10 milligrams and less, aren't popular with California consumers,…

News April 7
illicit market Legal regulations taxes
Image of a wooden signpost with arrows pointing, from top to bottom, to "Law," "Standards" and "Regulations"

Outdated state regulations are stifling the cannabis industry

A comprehensive reset of state regulations is essential to unlock the full potential of the burgeoning cannabis market.

News April 8
california california cannabis retail california illicit market california legal sales California marijuana retail california market ghost distro illicit market legal sales
Interior image of an indoor cannabis grow in California

Legal California cannabis production increases by double digits, report says

Legal cannabis production in California increased by 11.8% to 1.4 million pounds in 2024, according to a new…

News March 4
Get MJBizDaily, the newsletter that gives you an edge in the rapidly changing cannabis industry.
District of Columbia Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Authority illicit marijuana illicit market marijuana gifting stores Washington DC washington dc gifting stores
Image of a lightbar atop a police car

DC authorities shutter 25 unlicensed marijuana stores during crackdown

Authorities in Washington, D.C., say they have shut down 25 unlicensed marijuana “gifting stores” over the past six…

News March 3
black market CANADA illicit market Ontario Provincial Joint Forces Cannabis Enforcement Teams Toronto City Council
Image of a lightbar atop a police car

Canadian province Ontario pledges $31 million toward illicit cannabis battle

The government of Ontario, Canada, pledged $31 million to an agency responsible for fighting the illicit cannabis market…

News November 5
attorney general Attorney General William Tong Connecticut illicit market marijuana legalization unlicensed zaza shop
Image of a courtroom scene

Connecticut attorney general takes action against illicit marijuana operators

Connecticut Attorney General William Tong filed civil lawsuits against seven businesses accused of selling "potent, illicit" marijuana products…

News January 11
Brooklyn cannabis illicit market Kathy Hochul lawsuit marijuana new york New York City new york state marijuana legalization retail stores
Image of a New York City street

NY on pace for 37 operating adult-use cannabis stores by year-end, gov says

A flurry of potential December grand openings means New York is on track to have 37 adult-use cannabis…

News December 15
Adam Goers Glenn Youngkin illicit market jm pedini Jushi Holdings The Cannabist Virginia virginia legalization virginia marijuana legalization
Interior view of the Virginia state capitol building

Virginia Legislature’s changeover spurs hopes for adult-use marijuana sales

When Democrats officially retake full control of the Virginia General Assembly in January, newly sworn-in lawmakers will take…

News December 6
cultivation illicit cannabis illicit market Oklahoma
Image of a lightbar atop a police car

Illicit medical marijuana operators in Oklahoma targeted by new law

Law enforcement agencies in Oklahoma now have full authority to enforce the state’s medical marijuana laws, especially going…

News May 9
MJBizCon Logo