The Business of Cannabis

Michigan: Governor Signs Law Requiring Schools to Send Parents Warnings About Marijuana, High-Potency THC + Vaping

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer (D) has signed legislation requiring schools across the state to distribute educational notices to parents about the health risks of marijuana, high-potency THC products, vaping and other products. Senate Bill 433,...
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Michigan: Marijuana Farm Loses Court Fight Over Clearing Protected Wetlands

A judge has ruled that a marijuana grower illegally cleared nearly 16 acres of protected wetlands while building a large cannabis farm in northern Michigan. Ingham County Circuit Judge Morgan Cole sided with state environmental regulators last month in a...
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Minnesota: Do Government-Run Cannabis Retail Sales Work?

When Minnesota legalized adult-use cannabis, cities saw an opportunity in the state’s unique law to create a new revenue stream: a marijuana business that could be run much like the municipal liquor stores that have been in business since 1937. In Anoka, a...
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Illinois: Marijuana Retailers Sold To Minors In Only 6 of 1,452 State Compliance Checks

The Illinois State Police (ISP) said the attempted purchases were conducted as part of “under 21 covert details.” The agency did not identify the six businesses that completed sales or provide details about any resulting disciplinary action. 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...