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California bill would derail planned marijuana tax increase of up to 25%

A California lawmaker wants to cancel a scheduled increase in the state’s marijuana excise tax of nearly 25%…

News February 25
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Deal struck in bankruptcy of California marijuana operator Unrivaled Brands

Unrivaled Brands, a once-prominent subsidiary of California marijuana company Blüm Holdings, has reached a deal to settle litigation with…

News February 24
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California workers for marijuana operator Eaze secure 3-year bargaining pact

Nearly 500 California-based workers at marijuana operator Eaze have ratified a new three-year collective bargaining agreement.

News February 24
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The rapid collapse of MedMen co-founders’ latest marijuana venture

The latest foray into the legal marijuana industry by MedMen Enterprises co-founders Adam Bierman and Andrew Modlin rapidly…

News February 19
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Inactive marijuana business licenses in California outnumber active permits

In another troubling sign of the times, the number of inactive marijuana business licenses in California now surpass…

News February 18
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Study: Artificial cannabinoids, illegal THC potencies in hemp shipped to California

A new study by a group of licensed cannabis businesses and affiliates highlights the widespread presence of synthesized…

News February 14
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Cannabis testing lab fraud can be curbed if industry is ‘part of the solution’

To eliminate testing lab fraud, the cannabis industry needs to say, "We're not OK with doing this, and…

News February 13
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Marijuana-infused chocolate experiencing seasonal sales spike

Winter is peak season for marijuana-infused chocolates, according to edibles manufacturers and Seattle-based cannabis data provider Headset.

News February 11
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California issued 63 cannabis recalls, nearly 500 product embargoes in 2024

California’s chief cannabis regulator on Wednesday morning released information about enforcement and consumer-safety efforts the agency initiated in…

News February 5
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How American cannabis cultivators can expand into Germany

With Germany’s cannabis market speedily evolving and open to international players, U.S. cultivators now have an excellent opportunity…

News February 4
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