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How Old Pal built a cannabis brand rooted in community

Some cannabis brands stand out not just for their products but for the distinct culture and philosophy they…

News June 9
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Proposed federal hemp-derived THC ban advances despite broad opposition

A Republican-backed budget bill that includes a ban on hemp-derived THC and THCA flower advanced out of a…

News June 6
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Minnesota awards 249 recreational marijuana licenses via lottery

Minnesota awarded 249 recreational marijuana business licenses during a Thursday lottery held roughly two years after the state…

News June 6
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Canadian cannabis industry adds CA$9.1 billion to nation’s GDP

The Canadian cannabis industry added 9.1 billion Canadian dollars ($6.7 billion) to the country’s gross domestic product (GDP)…

News June 5
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California’s marijuana sales on decline as consumers buy less expensive products

California marijuana consumers aren’t buying less product at state-licensed stores, but they do appear to be buying cheaper…

News June 5
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Vermont rejects plan for sales at cannabis-specific special events

Vermont lawmakers rejected a proposal that would have allowed consumers to purchase marijuana at cannabis-specific special events.

News June 4
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Budr acquires 3 Connecticut marijuana stores from The Botanist

Connecticut marijuana company Budr has taken over three shops in that market from multistate operator The Botanist in a…

News June 3
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Can unions ensure marijuana workers earn a livable wage?

Most marijuana workers in California don’t make enough money to meet living wage standards across much of the…

News June 2
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Marijuana MSO Ascend closes on $50 million private placement

Marijuana multistate operator Ascend Wellness Holdings has closed a $50 million private placement of senior secured notes.

News May 30
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Stop blaming Meta for failed cannabis marketing and get creative

It’s time to stop blaming social media for failed marketing campaigns and look at creative ways to innovate…

News May 30
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