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How to manage the challenges of cannabis advertising restrictions

For cannabis business owners, advertising their products presents unique challenges.

News May 2
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Marijuana rescheduling will be among DEA nominee’s ‘priorities’ but …

President Donald Trump’s nominee to head the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration told a Senate committee that reviewing the…

News May 1
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The great cannabis cultivation debate: hand- or machine-trim?

Choosing whether to trim cannabis by hand or machine is a decision that impacts both the final aesthetic…

News May 1
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Oklahoma gov seeks crackdown on intoxicating hemp-derived cannabinoids

Oklahoma's governor is asking the leaders of five state agencies to work together to crack down on intoxicating…

News April 30
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Missouri to research viability of issuing more adult-use marijuana licenses

Three research firms are competing to analyze Missouri’s cannabis market to help the state determine whether it should…

News April 30
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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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New Mexico operator loses lawsuit over insurance coverage of medical marijuana

A federal court in New Mexico has dismissed a lawsuit filed by the state's largest medical marijuana operator…

News April 28
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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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Marijuana industry will add $123.6 billion to US economy this year

The total U.S. economic impact of regulated marijuana sales could top $123.6 billion in 2025, about 9% more…

News April 28
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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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