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New York legalizes cannabis sales at farmers’ markets, pop-up events

Licensed cannabis microbusinesses can now sell their products at pop-up venues such as farmers’ markets and community events.

News August 7
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Another Colorado cannabis cultivation operation shuts down after acquisition

The layoffs come days after Verdant, a cannabis investment and operations platform, acquired the Native Roots stores in…

News August 6
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How cannabis retailers can leverage market data to boost revenue

Most operators don’t know what to buy, why they need it or what decisions the data can drive…

News August 6
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Georgia medical cannabis patient growth continues to surge

Georgia's medical cannabis patient registry posted its fastest growth in a decade after a new law eased access.

News August 5
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Virginia hemp THC operators sue to block ban as North Carolina hemp THC ban looms

A hemp THC ban may be coming to North Carolina after authorities in Virginia informed hemp THC merchants…

News August 4
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Delaware cannabis sales hit $53.4 million in market’s first year

The state legalized adult-use marijuana in 2023 but didn’t open retail sales until Aug. 1, 2025. Since then,…

News August 4
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Cannabis awards are going mainstream. But does a win mean a sales boost?

With state fairs handing out awards for top cannabis flower and extracts, there may be more cannabis awards…

News August 4
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Senate floats plan to save hemp THC but only for a month

A Senate spending bill would delay implementation of a federal hemp ban until Dec. 11.

News August 3
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Missouri cannabis retail workers ratify state’s second union contract

Key Cannabis won wage increases, bonuses and more paid time off, as well as more stable scheduling and…

News August 3
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Alabama may opt out of federal marijuana rescheduling. What happens next?

Alabama's objection to federal marijuana rescheduling isn't a full opt-out – what's the impact on 280E and interstate…

News August 3
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