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Virginia governor explains shock rejection of cannabis retail market

Avoiding the mistakes of other states that moved too quickly to launch adult-use sales – and limiting cannabis…

News May 21
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New Massachusetts cannabis czar takes over $1.65 billion industry

Christopher Harding replaces Shannon O’Brien, who was reinstated last fall as CCC chair after a contentious political dispute.

News May 21
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‘Reckless’ 280E gamble backfires as feds demand millions from cannabis MSO

In a troubling sign for cannabis operators that claimed 280E relief before rescheduling, the IRS wants TerrAscend USA…

News May 20
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Shock veto upends Virginia adult-use cannabis retail launch

Legal adult-use cannabis sales in Virginia are delayed yet again after Gov. Abigail Spanberger formally rejected a sales…

News May 19
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Can regenerative farming save outdoor cannabis cultivation?

In California’s crowded cannabis market, recognition is not a guarantee. Some farmers have turned to cooperative models for…

News May 19
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Minnesota lawmakers ‘tweak’ cannabis laws to create new category, boost hemp THC

The Minnesota cannabis industry is not yet a year old, but lawmakers are already making changes to the…

News May 18
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Colorado lawmakers reject cannabis hospitality ‘pop-up’ events

A push to legalize temporary cannabis events, or "pop-ups," failed in the Colorado Legislature.

News May 18
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Report: Massachusetts governor expected to fire cannabis czar

Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey is expected to not retain the services of current state cannabis czar Shannon O'Brien,…

News May 18
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New York promised marijuana social equity. Entrepreneurs got stuck with the bill.

New York still has the chance to make good on the promises it made to cannabis social equity…

News May 15
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Stronger products and legalized vapes could grow Georgia medical cannabis

Registered patients 21 and older will be able to buy vaporizable cannabis products from licensed dispensaries thanks to…

News May 14
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