The Business of Cannabis

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

Nov 19, 2025 | Feature, Great Lakes Region, Michigan

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. That...

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

Nov 19, 2025 | Feature, Great Lakes Region, Michigan

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...

Closer Proximity To Cannabis Retail Stores Linked With More Cannabis Use But Less Drinking

Nov 19, 2025 | National

A statewide study of more than 60,000 adult Oregonians shows that living near cannabis retail stores is associated with a greater tendency toward frequent cannabis use but a lower likelihood of heavy alcohol consumption. The research led by Oregon State University...

You May Be Eligible To Receive A Share Of One Million Grant Dollars Available In Social Equity Program

Nov 19, 2025 | Feature, Great Lakes Region, Michigan

The Cannabis Regulatory Agency’s social equity team will be accepting applications for the FY 2026 Social Equity Grant Program. You may be eligible to receive a share of one million grant dollars or are very close to becoming eligible! The funds available through the...

Study: Older Adults With a History of Cannabis Use Exhibit Superior Cognitive Performance Compared To Non-Users

Nov 19, 2025 | National

Older adults with a history of cannabis use exhibit superior cognitive performance and slower age-related declines in executive function, according to data published in the journal Age and Ageing. Israeli researchers assessed cognitive performance in a...