The Business of Cannabis

Marijuana Legalization ‘Significant Threat’ To Alcohol Industry, Analysts Contend

Sep 18, 2024 | National

Financial analysts say they expect the expansion of the marijuana legalization movement will continue to post a “significant threat” to the alcohol industry, citing survey data that suggests more people are using cannabis as a substitute for alcoholic beverages such a...

How Can Cannabis Retailers Enhance Loyalty

Sep 18, 2024 | National

As a market matures, any market, several things happen. Products become more reliable and known, increasing brand loyalty. Dispensaries start offering these known brands because they want to maintain customer trust and loyalty. However, now that a consumer can go to...

Fourth Circuit Ruling Contradicts DEA’s Opinion On The Legality Of Certain Hemp-Derived Products

Sep 18, 2024 | Feature, National

Judges with the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals have ruled that all hemp-derived products, including those that undergo a chemical synthesis during manufacturing, are legal under federal law.  The decision is consistent with a 2022 Ninth Circuit...

Florida Marijuana: 90% Of Surveyed Patients To Vote For 2024 Marijuana Legalization

Sep 18, 2024 | National

In anticipation of Florida’s 2024 vote to legalize recreational marijuana, The Sanctuary Wellness Institute surveyed to gauge the opinions of their medical marijuana patients. The survey revealed overwhelming support for the legalization initiative and insights into...

California Issues Emergency Regulations To Ban Intoxicating Hemp Products

Sep 11, 2024 | National

California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday issued emergency regulations for intoxicating products derived from hemp. The regulations, proposed by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), would result in “complete retail prohibition on 90%-95% of popular hemp...

Florida Young Republicans Endorse Recreational Marijuana On Ballot

Sep 11, 2024 | National

The Florida Young Republicans have endorsed the state’s recreational marijuana ballot measure. The move by the group, which defines itself as “Florida’s premier young conservative leadership organization,” conflicts with ardent...