The Business of Cannabis

Justice Department Is Investigating Marijuana-Related Businesses Over COVID Relief Loans, Industry Sources Say

Apr 17, 2024 | National

The Justice Department is investigating marijuana-related businesses that allegedly took coronavirus relief loans in violation of federal rules, with third-party actors leveraging a whistleblower policy that allows them to take a portion of settlement money if they...

Minnesota Legal Supply In Question As Marijuana Bill Moves Forward

Apr 15, 2024 | National

A couple of token changes in Minnesota’s new marijuana bills are highlighting concerns about whether a legal supply will be available when retailers launch sometime next year. A long list of people are hoping to spark up new cannabis businesses in Minnesota....

Genetically Modified Hemp That Boosts CBG, Eliminates THC Is Approved

Apr 10, 2024 | National

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has approved a genetically modified variety of industrial hemp designed produce high levels of the CBG (cannabigerol) while eliminating all THC and CBD. CBG is one of 120 cannabinoids found in cannabis. While cannabis...

Michigan Cannabis Connoisseurs Wanted To Help Judge Best Locally Grown Products

Apr 10, 2024 | Feature, Great Lakes Region, Michigan

With hundreds of cannabis products on the shelves of dispensaries in Michigan, shopping for weed can feel daunting. What are the best sativas or indicas? Which vape products deliver the best high? Which gummies pack the biggest punch? Now’s your chance to participate...

Border Patrol Seizes Legal Marijuana In New Mexico. Is Michigan Next?

Apr 10, 2024 | Feature, National

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is reportedly cracking down on the state-legal marijuana industry, targeting product moving through traffic checkpoints in New Mexico.  It’s unclear if the seizures reported in recent months stem from a federal directive or if...