New Jersey’s cannabis regulator says it’s tracking strong interest in new recreational marijuana license applications after opening up its online licensing platform this week. The New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission (CRC) started… Continue reading New Jersey opens doors to wave of adult-use marijuana applicants
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How single-state cannabis operators can win by focusing on local markets
As in every other business, cannabis brands are vying for consumer attention amid a sea of competition. Cannabis businesses are also constantly seeking that elusive magic formula of products, customer… Continue reading How single-state cannabis operators can win by focusing on local markets
Cannabis Provides a Unique Opportunity to Promote Sustainable, Environmentally Friendly Business Practices
The industry is in a position of influence to help us all understand what it takes to be mindful about balancing costs for consumers with conservation and sustainability priorities. With… Continue reading Cannabis Provides a Unique Opportunity to Promote Sustainable, Environmentally Friendly Business Practices
Arizona Reveals Potential Odds to Win Social Equity License
The Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) has its work cut out after more than 1,500 adult-use cannabis applications were filed ahead of Tuesday’s deadline for the state’s 26 social… Continue reading Arizona Reveals Potential Odds to Win Social Equity License
Big Pot Tipping The Scales In The Wrong Direction Amid Social Equity Move, Spurs Lawsuit
Over the past few weeks, some Arizona residents have been inundated with flyers, mailers, and glossy pamphlets. “Once in a lifetime opportunity,” they say. “Brighten your future. Own a cannabis… Continue reading Big Pot Tipping The Scales In The Wrong Direction Amid Social Equity Move, Spurs Lawsuit
High inflation is latest threat to marijuana businesses
The business story of the holiday season – record-breaking inflation caused by supply-chain pressure – has hit the cannabis industry especially hard. That’s because competition across the THC spectrum is… Continue reading High inflation is latest threat to marijuana businesses
New York won’t issue weed licences until 2023: regulator
The state’s cannabis law allows for sales to start in 2022, but weed stores won’t be selling until mid-2023 New York’s adult-use cannabis market won’t be open for business until… Continue reading New York won’t issue weed licences until 2023: regulator
3 ways cannabis retailers can set up their businesses for delivery demand
Ready or not, on-demand delivery is quickly becoming the future of cannabis retail. According to New Frontier Data’s report, “2021 U.S. Cannabis Consumer Evolution,” delivery demand has increased by more… Continue reading 3 ways cannabis retailers can set up their businesses for delivery demand
Illinois adult-use cannabis sales exceed $1.2 billion through November
Adult-use cannabis sales in Illinois have exceeded $1.2 billion with one month left in the year, according to monthly sales figures released by the state’s Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. The… Continue reading Illinois adult-use cannabis sales exceed $1.2 billion through November
Marijuana banking legislation stripped from federal defense spending bill
(This story has been updated to include a statement from Rep. Ed Perlmutter after the House Rule Committee declined to add SAFE Banking back into the defense spending bill on… Continue reading Marijuana banking legislation stripped from federal defense spending bill