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Dry January boosts THC beverage sales, but effect is felt year-round

Companies that make intoxicating hemp beverages say they see a bump in sales leading up to and throughout…

News February 2
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Report: Colorado cannabis vapes show signs of hemp inversion

Cannabis industry experts say the products could endanger consumers and are undermining the state’s $1.4 billion legal cannabis…

News January 30
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Marijuana rescheduling means cybersecurity compliance for operators

Marijuana rescheduling means operators must comply with a host of federal and state rules around data use and…

News January 30
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How Terry Mendez redefined cannabis banking at Safe Harbor Financial

Terry Mendez is steering Safe Harbor through a growth and innovation, redefining the role of a financial partner…

News January 29
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The major problem hindering cannabis retail: budtender turnover

A familiar specter is haunting cannabis retailers: constant turnover among front-line workers. How to stop the churn before…

News January 28
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Trump Republicans backing Arizona marijuana adult-use sales repeal

MAGA Republicans still don't like President Donald Trump's marijuana rescheduling proposal - and support rolling back adult-use sales…

News January 27
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MSO fees, social equity: Framework for Virginia adult-use cannabis sales emerges

The proposal includes a $10 million fee for multistate operators that want to convert their medical licenses.

News January 27
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Chicago’s United Center to start hemp THC beverage sales at events

The venue has a multiyear partnership with Chicago-based Rythm Inc. to sell hemp-derived THC beverages during concerts and…

News January 27
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Five lessons cannabis retailers learned the hard way

Opening up a cannabis store has many more hidden challenges than some operators knew. Here are some lessons…

News January 26
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Massive winter storm sees cannabis retail sales surge in four states

East Coast cannabis retailers had on the level of Green Wednesday as people stocked up on marijuana products…

News January 26
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