Cannabis Business

Illinois Cannabis Sales Surpass $2 Billion in 2024, Setting New Record

Illinois Cannabis Sales Surpass $2 Billion in 2024, Setting New Record

Illinois cannabis dispensaries recorded over $2 billion in sales in 2024, marking the fourth consecutive year of record-breaking growth, according to data from the Illinois Department of Revenue. The total includes $1.722 billion in adult-use sales and more than $285 million in medical cannabis sales. The state collected over $490 million in cannabis tax revenue, […]

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Massachusetts Cannabis Grower Sues Neighboring Farm Over Pesticide Contamination

Massachusetts Cannabis Grower Sues Neighboring Farm Over Pesticide Contamination

River Valley Growers, a cannabis cultivation company in Western Massachusetts, has filed a lawsuit against neighboring produce farm Nourse Farms, alleging pesticide contamination that destroyed its crops and land, The Boston Globe reports. The lawsuit—believed to be the first of its kind in the cannabis industry—seeks damages totaling $17 million. According to the complaint, pesticides

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New York OCM Launches Cannabis Banking Directory to Support Licensed Businesses

New York OCM Launches Cannabis Banking Directory to Support Licensed Businesses

The New York Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) has launched the Cannabis Banking Directory, a new initiative aimed at connecting state-licensed cannabis businesses with banks and credit unions willing to serve the industry. The program, developed by OCM’s Social and Economic Equity (SEE) Team, seeks to reduce financial barriers and create greater stability for cannabis

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Toronto Ceases Crackdown on Illegal Cannabis Shops Over Budget and Safety Issues

Toronto Ceases Crackdown on Illegal Cannabis Shops Over Budget and Safety Issues

Toronto, Ontario, will halt its efforts to shut down illegal cannabis dispensaries in the city, citing budgetary concerns and the safety risks posed to municipal enforcement officers. Carleton Grant, Toronto’s executive director of municipal licensing and standards, explained during a council budget committee meeting that law enforcement agencies, not the city, should be responsible for

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Missouri Proposes New Regulations to Combat Predatory Practices in Cannabis Microbusiness Licensing

Missouri Proposes New Regulations to Combat Predatory Practices in Cannabis Microbusiness Licensing

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services’ Division of Cannabis Enforcement has proposed new regulations for the state’s cannabis microbusiness sector aimed at addressing concerns of predatory middleman practices. Under the proposed rules, the designated contact for all cannabis microbusiness licenses would be required to be an owner or partial owner of the company,

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New York Bill Proposes Expanded Opportunities for Cannabis Consumption Lounges

New York Bill Proposes Expanded Opportunities for Cannabis Consumption Lounges

New York’s burgeoning cannabis industry is poised for another significant development with the introduction of a bill by Assemblymember John Zaccaro (D). The proposed legislation seeks to enhance the functionality of cannabis consumption lounges by allowing them to sell non-infused food, non-alcoholic beverages, and host live performances such as concerts. This amendment to the state’s

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Hawaii Governor Protects Medical Cannabis Caregivers Amid Expiring Laws

Hawaii Governor Protects Medical Cannabis Caregivers Amid Expiring Laws

Hawaii Governor Josh Green has signed an executive order to protect the state’s medical cannabis caregivers from excessive enforcement as portions of the state’s medical cannabis law expired on December 31, 2024. The order ensures continued access to medical cannabis for patients and shields caregivers who cultivate cannabis for their patients, prioritizing the well-being of

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Kentucky Launches Medical Cannabis Program, Patients Can Access Medicine Starting January 2025

Kentucky Launches Medical Cannabis Program, Patients Can Access Medicine Starting January 2025

On January 1, 2025, Kentucky officially launched its highly anticipated medical cannabis program, marking a significant milestone for the state. The program, which allows state-registered patients to access cannabis medicine, has been years in the making and is the product of diligent planning by the Office of Cannabis Medicine (OCM). As part of the preparatory

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New York’s Cannabis Industry Surpasses $1 Billion in Sales, Signaling Strong Growth and Equity Focus

New York’s Cannabis Industry Surpasses $1 Billion in Sales, Signaling Strong Growth and Equity Focus

New York’s adult-use cannabis industry has officially surpassed $1 billion in sales since the program’s launch in 2022, according to the latest report from the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM). This significant milestone underscores the state’s dedication to creating a thriving, equitable market while meeting consumer demand. The state has issued or provisionally approved more

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Ohio Proposes New Rules for Industry, Banning Certain Advertising Methods and Allowing Pre-Rolls

Ohio Proposes New Rules for Industry, Banning Certain Advertising Methods and Allowing Pre-Rolls

Ohio’s cannabis industry could be facing significant changes as the Ohio Division of Cannabis Control (ODCC) has proposed a new set of regulations that would restrict certain advertising methods and allow for the sale of pre-rolls at adult-use dispensaries. The proposed rule package, which aims to further regulate the growing market, includes provisions aimed at

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