The Business of Cannabis

Pritzker Signs Hemp Regulations Into Law, Settling Illinois’ Lengthy Delta-8 Debate

Jun 17, 2026 | Great Lakes Region

The long-running tug-of-war between Illinois’ licensed cannabis and unregulated hemp industries reached a head at the end of the legislative session in Springfield, where lawmakers approved sweeping reforms to regulate delta-8 and other intoxicating, hemp-derived...

South Africa: Cannabis And Hemp Summit Tackles Industry Challenges

Jun 3, 2026 | International

Under the theme ‘Africa’s Gateway to the Global Cannabis Economy’, this year’s event brought together international policymakers, investors, and local cultivators, with high-profile industry figures, including Gareth Prince, participating as keynote speakers. Hosted...

Missouri Hemp Growers, CBD Businesses Brace For Potential Border Hop

Jun 3, 2026 | National

As businesses statewide brace for the impact of HB 2641, some believe the ban is bigger than regulation. For them, it means the closure of many alternative wellness shops and diminished relief for people who live with chronic pain. Gov. Mike Kehoe passed the bill...

Legislation Restricting Hemp Moves Closer To Law—May Make These CBD Products Illegal

May 28, 2026 | National

In November 2026, new legislation is set to take effect that will change the definition of hemp and make popular CBD products currently on the market illegal on the federal level.   On April 30, a law that could have...

How A New Law Will Change Minnesota’s Cannabis, Hemp Industries

May 28, 2026 | Great Lakes Region

Gov. Tim Walz has signed off on a sweeping cannabis package that will reshape the state’s emerging recreational market and give hemp operators a path forward ahead of a looming federal ban. Some of the biggest changes will merge parts of Minnesota’s cannabis supply...