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DEA must ‘make good’ on marijuana rescheduling, Democratic lawmakers say

The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration has offered federal lawmakers a rare glimpse into the ongoing marijuana rescheduling process.

News April 26
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Grown Rogue increases stake in its Michigan marijuana operation

Grown Rogue, an Oregon-based craft marijuana cultivator, increased its stake in its Michigan operation, Golden Harvests, from 52.2%…

News April 25
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‘Now is the time’ for cannabis banking reform, key Democrat says

Federal lawmakers are inching closer to a deal on legislation that could include cannabis banking reform, a leading…

News April 25
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MJBiz Factbook: Marijuana industry will add $112.4 billion to US economy in 2024

The total U.S. economic impact generated by regulated marijuana sales could top $112.4 billion in 2024, about 12%…

News April 24
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Congress could include cannabis banking in FAA, crypto bills

Supporters of long-awaited cannabis banking reform are pinning hopes on Congress packaging a marijuana bill with must-pass legislation.

News April 24
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Cannabis MSO Curaleaf completes $16M acquisition of Northern Green Canada

Cannabis multistate operator Curaleaf Holdings completed its acquisition of Northern Green Canada, a licensed producer in Ontario whose…

News April 22
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Dutchie marijuana retail customers report system crashes on 4/20

Marijuana retailers using Dutchie e-commerce systems reported widespread outages on April 20, the cannabis industry's top day for…

News April 22
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‘This is the last 4/20’ with marijuana as Schedule 1, congressman predicts

The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration will sign off on moving marijuana to Schedule 3 of the Controlled Substances…

News April 19
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Constellation Brands converts shares in cannabis operator Canopy, departs board

Beverage alcohol company Constellation Brands has converted its shares in Canadian cannabis company Canopy Growth Corp. into new…

News April 19
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Cannabis tech company Agrify to be acquired by Nature’s Miracle

Cannabis production technology company Agrify Corp. is being acquired by controlled environment agriculture tech firm Nature's Miracle Holding…

News April 17
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