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California issues list of approved pesticides for cannabis cultivation

California regulators have released a list of 261 pesticide products they've approved for use on cannabis products.

News December 20
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Cannabis operators share tips for licensing brands

As more states adopt regulated marijuana programs, executives at licensed cannabis brands are seeking innovative ways to reach…

News December 19
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Weedmaps shares surge after cannabis company proposes going private

The share price of Weedmaps' parent, WM Technology, popped Wednesday morning after its co-founders submitted a proposal to…

News December 18
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Marijuana lab operator calls for expanded testing requirements and enforcement

Zachary Eisenberg spoke about pesticides and potency manipulation, what can be done to solve these problems and backlash…

News December 10
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Immigration agency can’t use drug laws to deny cannabis worker visa, judge rules

Federal immigration authorities improperly used federal drug laws to deny a visa to a software engineer at a…

News December 9
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Cannabis company Canopy completes acquisition of US operator Acreage

Canadian cannabis operator Canopy Growth Corp. has completed its acquisition of New York-headquartered Acreage Holdings through its American…

News December 9
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Ohio, Florida and hemp are rising stars of cannabis industry, MJBizCon panel says

While California and Michigan engaged in a yearlong battle for sales leader among regulated marijuana markets, much of…

News December 5
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MJBizCon panelists issue cannabis industry predictions for 2025

“State of the Industry” panelists at MJBizCon made predictions about marijuana rescheduling, Florida, Ohio and cannabis consumption lounges.

News December 4
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MJBizCon’s State Takeovers offer marijuana networking opportunities by region

The deal flow moves fast on the MJBizCon exhibitor floor, provided you know where to look - specifically,…

News December 3
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Marijuana operator Gold Flora facing receivership amid financial challenges

California-based marijuana operator Gold Flora Corp. is facing receivership as it grapples with financial challenges.

News November 26
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