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The logistics crisis plaguing the Minnesota marijuana market launch

Minnesota’s adult-use cannabis market is facing a logistical hurdle – a shortage of licensed transporters – that has…

News December 4
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How brands can achieve cultural competency and market to diverse communities

“Reading the room” is about understanding the histories, identities and experiences of the people you’re trying to reach.

News December 2
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How cannabis businesses can go digital while thwarting hackers

The cannabis industry’s digital transformation is creating a new challenge for dispensary owners: cybersecurity.

News November 25
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Cannabis packaging companies scrutinized over mold claims

Regulators are scrutinizing cannabis packaging businesses, targeting companies that make unverified claims about their products’ ability to prevent…

News November 12
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Sudden changes threaten to disrupt Minnesota’s hemp THC market

Minnesota’s new cannabis testing requirements are so onerous that intoxicating hemp edibles and beverage maker Steven Brown is…

News November 5
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How cannabis retailers can boost margins with accessories

Amid tax woes and price compression, cannabis retailers are searching for new ways to boost their bottom lines.…

News November 3
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Maine recalls cannabis vape carts after adverse health reaction

Maine cannabis regulators recalled cannabis vape cartridges after a consumer reported an adverse reaction to the “watermelon chimera”…

News October 28
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MJBizCon 2025 to debut first virtual cannabis retail activation

The first-ever onsite cannabis retail experience is set for MJBizCon in 2025.

News October 28
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How high-tech dab rigs are shaping the cannabis industry

Bluetooth-enabled "smart" dab rigs are a harbinger of consumer cannabis trends.

News October 28
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When will U.S. health insurance cover medical cannabis?

Medical marijuana patients may soon be able to get reimbursed for doctors’ visits, cannabis products and MMJ cards.

News October 27
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