The Business of Cannabis

Senate Votes To Delay Looming Hemp THC Ban

The U.S. Senate on Saturday voted down an amendment that would have stripped a delay of an impending ban on hemp THC products included in a continuing resolution to fund the government, according to a report from The Hill. Congress voted last year to...

Study: Marijuana Use Tops Cigarettes In US

Marijuana use surpassed cigarette use in the United States last year, a new study found. In 2025, 43.8 million Americans (ages 12 and up) used marijuana regularly, compared to 36.1 million Americans who smoked cigarettes, according to the 2025 National...

New York: Cannabis Retail Dispensary Proposed In Fredonia

A marijuana retail store is being proposed in the northern end of Chautauqua County, which, if approved, would be the first one in the Dunkirk/Fredonia area. The Chautauqua County Planning Board was notified that Empire Smoke Shop 9 is seeking a Special Use...

Ohio: Shaker Heights Approves New Rules For Cannabis Dispensaries

Cannabis dispensaries will be allowed in Shaker Heights’ commercial districts under new regulations approved by city council that place limits on where they can open and when they can operate. Council unanimously approved the regulations Monday. The rules...

Sky Labs In Hot Water Again With CRA

The Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA) has filed yet another formal complaint against Sky Labs LLC, an adult-use cannabis processor located in Mt. Morris, for its receipt and handling of more than one million grams (equal to 2,204 pounds) of product identified...

Biggest Challenges For The Cannabis Industry In 2025

The U.S. cannabis industry faces five major hurdles holding back its growth, even as sales are projected to reach a record $50 billion or more in 2025.1 Business of Cannabis. "What's on the Horizon for Cannabis in 2025?"  While a final rule due later in 2025 from...

Working With Four20 Media Group

Is your cannabis industry network strong? and growing? Are you looking for unique business opportunities involving digital media, events and news? Four20 Media Group -- parent company of Four20 Post and Sparx Guide -- is building a referral network of well-connected...

May 6 – Lansing – MiCIA Spring Caucus And Luncheon

Network with cannabis industry leaders over cocktails, learn from industry experts and receive updates directly from our lobbyist and Michigan lawmakers on May 6th, 2024, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm at the Eagle Eye Golf Club in Lansing, MI.  Tickets will be available as...