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Marijuana M&A sizzled in 2021 and is poised for a hot 2022

Marijuana merger and acquisition activity proceeded at a torrid pace in 2021 - and could accelerate in 2022…

News December 28
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Dutch company buys Texas cannabis grow light firm for $272 million

A Dutch lighting giant signed a definitive agreement to acquire Texas-based Fluence, which provides grow lights to cannabis…

News December 20
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High inflation is latest threat to marijuana businesses

The business story of the holiday season - record-breaking inflation caused by supply-chain pressure - has hit the…

News December 17
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Cannabis businesses not immune from vaccine-mandate controversy

Vaccine mandates aren’t popular among cannabis employers, most of whom are too small to face government directives.

News December 16
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How cannabis companies can save money on packaging

Complying with regulations while sourcing and working with cost-effective, attractive marijuana or hemp packaging requires a deft touch,…

News December 10
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Canada’s High Tide to acquire 80% of Colorado CBD firm NuLeaf Naturals

Canadian cannabis retail, CBD and accessory company High Tide announced a deal to acquire 80% of Denver-based CBD…

News November 22
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Manufacturers split on value of marijuana terpene labels

The flavor stars of the cannabis world, terpenes, are moving out of the realm of die-hard marijuana enthusiasts…

News November 22
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Former FDA chief with no record on cannabinoids is pick for next commish

Dr. Robert Califf, a cardiologist, has been nominated to serve as commissioner of the U.S. Food and Drug…

News November 12
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Cannabis requires more water than commodity crops, researchers say

Cannabis producers have long held the belief that marijuana and hemp are less water intensive than other commodity…

News November 10
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Why big players are bullish on the tiny cannabis beverage sector

A niche sector in the cannabis industry, beverages, is getting enormous attention from some of the world’s largest…

News November 8
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