Legislative leaders in Maryland have announced their interest in passing legislation to place a referendum on the ballot next year to legalize recreational marijuana. As a result, Maryland is on… Continue reading Allow Maryland’s minority-led marijuana companies time to get established
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New Mexico now accepting applications for all cannabis business licenses
New Mexico regulators have thrown open the gates for entrepreneurs to apply for every type of cannabis business license available in the state. In a news release, the state Cannabis… Continue reading New Mexico now accepting applications for all cannabis business licenses
Aurora Cannabis Launches Genetics Licensing Business
Aurora Cannabis named its new genetic licensing business, Occo, which is backed by the company’s breeding and genetics facility in Comox, British Columbia, Canada. Occo will be based out of… Continue reading Aurora Cannabis Launches Genetics Licensing Business
New Mexico Approves Public Financing for Licensed Cannabis Microbusinesses
The $5-million program will provide business loans of up to $250,000. “The New Mexico Finance Authority (NMFA) Oversight Committee has approved a loan program to help licensed cannabis microbusinesses succeed—specifically… Continue reading New Mexico Approves Public Financing for Licensed Cannabis Microbusinesses
New Jersey opens doors to wave of adult-use marijuana applicants
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
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
Over 1,500 applications filed for social equity marijuana licenses
Over 1,500 applications have been filed for the 26 social equity dispensary licenses that Arizona’s public health agency plans to issue under the state’s voter-approved law legalizing recreational marijuana. The… Continue reading Over 1,500 applications filed for social equity marijuana licenses
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