The Business of Cannabis

Analysis: Legalization Has Largely Displaced Canada’s Illicit Cannabis Market

May 28, 2025 | Canada

Most Canadian cannabis consumers have transitioned to the legal marketplace in the years following nationwide legalization, according to new data published online in the International Journal of Drug Policy. Researchers affiliated with The RAND Drug...

Ohio Adult Cannabis Purchase Limits Will Increase June 4

May 28, 2025 | Great Lakes Region

The Division of Cannabis Control has issued new guidance regarding purchase limits for non-medical cannabis sales in Ohio. These changes, which take effect June 4, will apply to all licensed dispensaries statewide. Since the start of adult-use cannabis sales in August...

Federal Labor Law Preempts State’s Attempt To Regulate Union Activity In Cannabis Industry

May 28, 2025 | National

In an ironic turn of events this week, the application of federal law benefited state-licensed cannabis businesses in Oregon—and potentially nationwide. Those involved with the cannabis industry often view federal law as an impediment to cannabis businesses, given the...

Trial Testimony Contends Owner Of Clinton Twp. Vape Shop that Exploded Stacked Pallets Too High

May 28, 2025 | Feature, Great Lakes Region, Michigan

Five employees and contractors at a vape supply facility in Clinton Township testified Thursday about operations at the facility and what happened the night of an explosion that threw debris as far as two miles away and left one person dead. Four of the employees were...

Virginia: Governor Vetoes Medical Cannabis Bill

May 28, 2025 | National

Republican Governor Glenn Youngkin vetoed legislation seeking to improve the state’s medical cannabis program. HB 1989 sought to significantly improve product labeling and codify permissible delivery locations. Regulations promulgated by the...