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Average retail space in cannabis stores climbs sharply

The average size of retail space in cannabis stores jumped in 2020 amid increased consumer demand and the…

News September 28
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Getting company culture right key to success in marijuana industry

Does your cannabis company have a documented mission statement? How about a strategic plan? How often do you…

News September 28
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Michigan recalls cannabis processed with contaminated trimming machine

Michigan regulators issued a voluntary marijuana product recall for several batches of cannabis trimmed with a machine by…

News September 27
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Challenges abound in New Jersey’s hot cannabis real estate market

Cannabis businesses entering New Jersey are facing a sizzling market for retail and industrial cannabis real estate ahead…

News September 27
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Hall of Flowers: Optimism mixed with realism at return of in-person marijuana events

Cannabis retailers, growers and businesspeople of varying stripes reported an upbeat outlook at this week's Hall of Flowers…

News September 24
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Cresco to acquire Cure Pennsylvania’s 3 cannabis dispensaries for $90 million

Chicago-based marijuana multistate operator Cresco Labs announced a $90 million cash-and-stock deal to acquire Bay, also known as…

News September 23
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Canadian retail marijuana sales hit record CA$338.9 million in July

Canadian sales of legal adult-use marijuana continued a monthslong growth trend in July, increasing 6.2% over June to…

News September 23
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How marijuana companies woo budtenders to increase sales, promote brands

Cold hard cash. Swag, like shirts and tote bags. Free non-infused gummies. Private parties and appreciation breakfasts. While…

News September 23
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Michigan’s Skymint secures $78 million in financing, acquires cannabis retailer

Vertically integrated Michigan marijuana operator Skymint landed $78 million in funding while also acquiring 3Fifteen Cannabis, a retailer…

News September 21
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Chicago to allow expansion of recreational marijuana stores

Chicago is easing zoning restrictions that will allow recreational marijuana stores to expand.

News September 21
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