The Business of Cannabis

Analysts See ‘Sudden Spike’ In Use Of Marijuana As An Alcohol Alternative

Jan 1, 2025 | National

Americans are continuing to use marijuana as a substitute for other drugs, with analysts reporting a “sudden spike” in the consumption of cannabis as an alternative to alcohol in 2024. An analysis of new survey data from Bloomberg Intelligence (BI) that was released...

Cannabis A Natural Ally for Insomnia Sufferers

Jan 1, 2025 | National

Cannabis A Natural Ally for Insomnia Sufferers. Insomnia is a growing concern worldwide, affecting millions of individuals struggling to achieve restorative sleep. This condition not only disrupts daily life but also poses significant health risks, including weakened...

As 2025 Begins, Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine Seeks To Rewrite Voter-Approved Cannabis Regulations

Jan 1, 2025 | Great Lakes Region

Gov. Mike DeWine was, and is, begging the Ohio legislature to rewrite the state laws surrounding recreational cannabis to peel back provisions in Issue 2, the citizen-initiated statute ratified by Ohio voters in November 2023.  He’s joined by Senate President Matt...

Ohio Cannabis Prices Down $50 An Ounce Since August Legalization

Jan 1, 2025 | Great Lakes Region

The cost of cannabis in Ohio is decreasing. In August, the average cost of an ounce of dried cannabis flower was $261.50. The same amount of cannabis has an average cost of $211 in December, although data is only available through Dec. 16. That marks a $50 decrease in...

Ohio Could Ban Cannabis Advertising

Jan 1, 2025 | Great Lakes Region

The Ohio Division of Cannabis Control has proposed a new rule package for the state’s cannabis industry, including a ban on cannabis advertising via methods “with a high likelihood of reaching persons under the age of 18,” Cleveland.com reports....