The Business of Cannabis

What Cannabis Rescheduling Really Means: Insights from Mint Cannabis’ Pablo Palomino

The cannabis industry finally got the jolt it’s been waiting for. With the federal government moving cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III, the conversation has shifted from if reform will happen to what happens next. To unpack the implications, I sat...
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Jackson To Use Marijuana Tax Revenue To Repair City Roads

The City of Jackson will invest $250,000 in marijuana tax revenue to repair potholes and improve road conditions without raising taxes on residents. The initiative, called “Pot for Potholes,” directs state-distributed funds from the Michigan Transportation...
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Wisconsin Loses Millions In Marijuana Tax Revenue To Border States

Wisconsin residents contributed more than $36 million in marijuana taxes to Illinois last year and nearly $6 million to Michigan in 2024, according to new numbers released by the state Legislative Fiscal Bureau. The revenue comes from counties bordering...
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Massachusetts: Governor Signs New Cannabis Law

Governor Maura Healey signed a new cannabis law on Sunday that will expand business opportunities and increase the amount of cannabis adults can legally possess. The law increases the legal possession limit for adults to two ounces and doubles the number of...
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MDARD 2023 Fall Harvest Update

Oct 31, 2023 | , ,

As the harvest season winds down, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development’s (MDARD) Pesticide and Plant Pest Management Division, Plant Health Section has a few updates to share:Grower inspectionsMDARD staff are completing 2023 grower inspections....

New Study Reveals Health Risks Of Fungi In Cannabis Products

Oct 30, 2023 |

A new study has revealed that cannabis, even when used for medical purposes, could pose a severe health risk for some consumers due to harmful fungi infecting the plants. The study, published in the journal Frontiers in Microbiology, was conducted by a team of...

Oct. 28 – Detroit – A Halloweed Costume Party

Oct 25, 2023 |

Micro Eats & Smokahontas Bakery invites everyone to attend its Halloweed Costume Party Oct. 28 in Detroit. This event Halloween-themed party includes: 👻 Costumes & Contests 👻🕸️ Haunted Raffle with Spooky Prizes 🕸️🕯️ Haunting Atmosphere & Spine-Chilling...

Oct. 28 – Brooklyn – Michigan Halloween Harvest Festival

Oct 25, 2023 |

Michigan Gems n Genetics is hosting its Halloween Harvest Festival on Saturday, Oct 28th in Brooklyn. It features: Local Bands, Live Entertainment & DJ Vendors & Food trucks Costumes contests with cash prizes Educational panels Caregivers & Patients...

Oct. 27 – Clio – Captain Kirks Dab-O-Ween

Oct 25, 2023 |

Dab O Ween is back in Clio on October 27th from 6-11pm. A medical card is not required, but this event is a celebration for the medical community, so you must have a valid state ID. The event is free to attend and includes: Brad Lemke Memorial Costume Contest with...