Cannabis Business

Ohio Gov. Proposes Change for Medical Cannabis Program

Ohio Gov. Proposes Change for Medical Cannabis Program

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has proposed a significant change to the state’s medical cannabis program, which would shift regulatory responsibilities away from the Board of Pharmacy. Under the governor’s executive budget plan, the Board of Pharmacy would no longer oversee the state’s medical cannabis dispensaries, with some of its responsibilities transferring to the Department of […]

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CO Cannabis Sales on the Decline

Colorado’s Cannabis Industry Faces Challenges as Sales and Revenue Decline

The latest data from the Colorado Department of Revenue indicates that combined adult use and medical cannabis sales in Colorado have declined by 14.2% in February 2023 compared to the same month last year. Adult-use cannabis sales in the state have declined by 12.7% year-over-year, while medical cannabis sales have fallen by 23.7% year-over-year. Additionally,

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March Marijuana Sales in Michigan reached a record $250 million, According to State data

March Marijuana Sales in Michigan reached a record $250 million, According to State data

State officials say that recreational and medical marijuana sales in Michigan hit a record high in March, with nearly $250 million spent. The adult-use market, which sold $239.8 million worth of marijuana goods last month, accounted for most of these sales. New Cannabis Ventures was the first to report that sales of medical marijuana hit

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Chicago Cubs Are the First Major League Baseball Team to Partner with a CBD Brand

Chicago Cubs Are the First Major League Baseball Team to Partner with a CBD Brand

Front Office Sports says that the Chicago Cubs are likely to be the first MLB team to have a CBD sponsor and sell CBD drinks at their stadium. The relationship is between the Cubs and MYND Drinks, which is based in Chicago, Illinois. MYND Drinks has the NSF Certified for Sport designation, which is needed

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Oregon Corporation Defends Federal Suit Challenging The State's Cannabis Export Ban

Oregon Corporation Defends Federal Suit Challenging The State’s Cannabis Export Ban

According to an article by Marijuana Moment, a marijuana business in Oregon that is fighting the state’s export ban asked a federal judge to let the case go to court. The company said it has a “right to operate its business, whether it is legal under federal law or not, free of unconstitutional state laws

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Most Canadian Neighborhoods Are Within a 5-Minute Drive of a Marijuana Dispensary, Research Finds

Most Canadian Neighborhoods Are Within a 5-Minute Drive of a Marijuana Dispensary, Research Finds

A new study shows that four years after Canada made it legal for adults to use marijuana, nearly six out of ten neighborhoods are within a five-minute drive of a cannabis dispensary. This shows how easy it is for people to get marijuana in Canada, according to a report by Ganjapreneur. The study, which was

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The South Dakota Governor Vetoes a Bill to Increase the THC Limit for Hemp Farming

The South Dakota Governor Vetoes a Bill to Increase the THC Limit for Hemp Farming

As reported by Ganjapreneur, South Dakota’s Republican governor, Kristi Noem, vetoed a bill that would have raised the amount of THC permissible for unprocessed industrial hemp from 0.3% to 5%. The proposed legislation sought to redefine the definition of “product in process,” allowing hemp products and crops in the state to contain more than 16

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Switzerland Legalizes Cannabis Trial

Government of Switzerland Approves Cannabis Legalization Trial

The Swiss government has given the green light for an experiment to legalize the sale and use of cannabis while exploring the impacts both socially and economically. Starting this summer, citizens of Zurich aged 18 and over, with no underlying health conditions, who are not professional drivers will be allowed to purchase small amounts of

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Cannabis 'Gifting' Businesses May Obtain a Medical Cannabis License in Washington, D.C.

Cannabis ‘Gifting’ Businesses May Obtain a Medical Cannabis License in Washington, D.C.

WTOP News reported D.C. businesses that have previously given away cannabis legally can now apply for a medical license under the new law, expanding their options for retail with additional licenses including online retailer and courier delivery.  People over 21 can also self-certify for medical marijuana as of August in addition to enjoying other cannabis-related activities

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Federal Bill Seeks to Reduce Restrictions on Hemp Farmers who Produce Grain and Fiber

Federal Bill Seeks to Reduce Restrictions on Hemp Farmers who Produce Grain and Fiber

A bill in the U.S. Senate that has support from both parties would make it easier for hemp farmers to grow and sell grain and fiber. The bill, which was proposed last week by Sens. John Tester (D-MT) and Mike Braun (R-IN), would end background checks for farmers who only grow crops for fiber or

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