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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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‘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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Cannabis markets worldwide are feeling price compression, oversupply pressures

Many new markets are stuck in a familiar cycle: ramping up supply faster than they’re adding customers and…

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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Federal judge approves cannabis MSO for Chapter 15 bankruptcy

In a move that could signal new options for cannabis companies seeking bankruptcy protections, a U.S. judge signed…

News May 14
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