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Cannabis trade group urges retained Canadian prime minister to change policies

With Mark Carney retaining his role as Canada’s prime minister, the Cannabis Council of Canada is calling on…

News April 29
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How can cannabis consumption lounges turn a profit?

On paper, the idea seems sound: Customers spending time and gobs of money at a welcoming and exciting…

News April 29
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Michigan trade group wants state to quit issuing new cannabis business licenses

With adult-use marijuana prices plunging, Michigan’s largest lobbying organization for the state's MJ industry is asking lawmakers to…

News April 28
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Maryland governor approves marijuana consumption lounges but with no smoking

Maryland regulators will license up to 15 marijuana consumption lounges under legislation signed into law by Gov. Wes…

News April 25
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Predatory investors undermine intent of cannabis social equity in New York

Social equity is a societal issue. If you are entering or already participating in the cannabis market, look…

News April 25
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Why cities in regulated marijuana markets still don’t host an official ‘weed week’

The general lack of sanctioned cannabis festivals - or some other form of civic celebrations other commodities and…

News April 24
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How will Minnesota’s adult-use cannabis market shake out?

The adult-use cannabis market in Minnesota could end up mirroring the state’s celebrated craft beer scene.

News April 23
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Hawaii licenses another medical cannabis dispensary on Oahu

Hawaii regulators have licensed the state’s 25th medical cannabis dispensary, the 11th on the island of Oahu.

News April 22
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Delaware governor nominates new marijuana commissioner

Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer has nominated attorney and government regulations expert Joshua Sanderlin to be the state’s next…

News April 22
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Former cannabis executives share tips for successful exits

A growing number of pioneers in the cannabis industry are leveraging their hard-earned capital to explore new horizons.

News April 22
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