Ann Arbor Approves Ordinance Reducing Restrictions On Dispensaries Close to Schools
At the Nov. 17 Ann Arbor City Council meeting, the council approved an ordinance reducing restrictions for the distance between schools and cannabis dispensaries in Ann Arbor from 1,000 to 100 feet. This encompasses all pre-existing K-12 public and private schools,...
EGLE Webinar: Managing Recreational Marijuana Impacts In Your Community – December 17
Marijuana cultivation and processing can have environmental impacts such as odors, water discharges, land use challenges, and waste management issues. These challenges can lead to concerns and complaints from residents within local communities. During this webinar,...
Intoxicating Hemp Ban Deepens Uncertainty At Some Publicly Traded Cannabis Companies
The intoxicating-hemp crackdown has added another layer of uncertainty for some publicly traded cannabis companies – most of which are still struggling to find a sustainable economic footing. Curaleaf Holdings appears especially vulnerable as the federal ban on...
Automation Will Elevate The Roles Of Greenhouse Workers
As greenhouse growers look for smarter, more efficient ways to scale their operations, Bold Robotics is focusing on adaptable and grower-focused automation. "Every greenhouse is different — and that's exactly how we approach every project," says Bill VandenOever of...
Advancing Cannabis Automation At MJBizCon
The cannabis industry continues to evolve, with automation playing a pivotal role in enhancing efficiency and quality for producers. At the forefront of this transformation is Mobius, a North American manufacturer specializing in precision-engineered post-harvest...
CRA Public Meeting Agenda For Dec. 17
As a reminder - The Cannabis Regulatory Agency will hold a virtual and in-person public meeting on December 17, at 9:30 A.M. to hear complaints and received the views of the public on CRA's administration of the authorities, powers, duties, functions and...
How High-Quality Cannabis Becomes A Lifeline In A Squeezed Market
The cannabis industry in New York State is maturing. The initial wave of pioneer optimism is now meeting the hard realities of a burgeoning market: increasing competition, regulatory costs and the inevitable compression of profit margins. For many operators, the...
Judge Allows Michigan’s 24% Cannabis Wholesale Tax To Take Effect; Industry Warns Of Major Economic Fallout
Michigan’s legal cannabis industry took a major hit Monday after a judge refused to block a new 24% wholesale tax on marijuana. The ruling clears the way for the tax to take effect on Jan. 1. Michigan Court of Claims Judge Sima Patel denied the Michigan Cannabis...
Senate Bill 56 Likely To Pass This Week With New Ohio Criminal Sanctions
A new law that’s likely to pass at the Ohio Statehouse this week would establish a series of minor criminal penalties for people who improperly transport or possess marijuana in Ohio, while rolling back legal protections for users in venues like child custody or...
Ohio Cannabis Communities Still Waiting For Millions In Tax Revenue — Relief May Come In December
Ohio communities hosting recreational marijuana dispensaries are still waiting for their share of cannabis tax revenue — despite the state collecting tens of millions of dollars since adult-use sales began in September 2024. So far, none of that money has reached...
