News and Information about the Business of Cannabis

Mint Cannabis’ Six Dispos In Michigan Celebrate Green Wednesday With Big Discounts

Mint Cannabis,patients and customers over the age of 21 can celebrate “Thanksgiving Eve” with discounts and deals on products at Mint Cannabis’ six dispensaries in Michigan – in Coldwater, Kalamazoo, Monroe, New Buffalo, Portage, and Roseville. Mint’s...

Michigan’s Beer Wholesalers Want Control Of THC Drinks, But MiCIA Says No.

Michigan’s legal weed industry and the state’s beer and wine distributors both want THC beverages on store shelves and in bars and restaurants. The Michigan Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association, a powerful lobby in Lansing, is trying to woo lawmakers with...

Section 781 Would Zero Out Hemp Cannabinoid Products. The FDA “Similar Effects” List Is Coming

For years, the federal government dodged the central question: what’s the legal, safe, adult‑use path for hemp‑derived cannabinoids? Section 781 answers—but not with a roadmap. It brings a bulldozer. The bill reconstructs the definition of hemp around Total...

Despite Federal Legislation Banning Hemp-Derived THC Products, Michigan Lawmakers Still Want To Open Up Sales

Plans to start allowing low-dosage THC drinks and other products in Michigan outside of marijuana dispensaries hit a snag this week. THC is the main psychoactive ingredient in marijuana. The issue stems from the deal that re-opened the federal government....

Lawsuit To Stop 24 Percent Wholesale Cannabis Tax From Taking Effect Jan. 1 Scheduled To Be Heard Nov. 25 In Detroit

The Michigan Cannabis Industry Association, representing hundreds of Michigan cannabis companies, will make oral arguments next week to try and stop the Michigan Treasury from assessing a 24 percent wholesale tax on cannabis sales. The MiCIA is asking for a...
What’s Next For Hemp Companies Ahead Of Federal THC Ban?

What’s Next For Hemp Companies Ahead Of Federal THC Ban?

After going to the major leagues, Joe Salome was planning to go to Trader Joes. That was before President Donald Trump signed the death warrant for his hemp business. Now, instead of marketing THC beverages to a major grocery chain, Salome, founder and a managing...