So much is changing in the cannabis industry that it can be challenging to keep up with the latest national and state-by-state laws and business insights. Here are a dozen great blogs, podcasts, newsletters, and daily alerts that can help you stay up-to-date in this continually evolving industry.
July 20, 2021
As the world starts to reopen in 2021, some cannabis industry trade shows have already started again, and the future looks bright – albeit, a bit different than what we knew before. Here are some of the key things you’re likely to notice at future cannabis industry trade shows and events in a post-COVID world.
July 13, 2021
As competition increases in the cannabis industry, retail and medical dispensaries need to differentiate themselves in order to gain new customers and earn continued loyalty from existing customers.
July 2, 2021
Cannabis investment interest comes from people looking to invest in public company stocks and from individuals, groups, and entities that want to invest capital into cannabis businesses and licenses themselves.
June 29, 2021
Cannabis consumption restrictions pose a significant problem that has plagued the growth of cannabis markets in the United States, but it’s a problem that is slowly being solved as more states introduce onsite cannabis consumption licenses.
June 22, 2021
We live in a convenience-driven society, and cannabis delivery meets that demand. You can expect to see more delivery businesses and evolving state and local regulations related to delivery in the coming months and years.
June 8, 2021
A strong supply chain is essential to the success of any business, but building a supply chain in the cannabis industry presents unique challenges. One of the biggest challenges is finding cannabis license holders to build a strong and reliable supply chain.
June 4, 2021
Nearly seven months have passed since the Green Wave of the 2020 election jumpstarted legalization of cannabis in multiple states across the United States, and with legalization comes market growth.
June 1, 2021
Just as social equity should be a priority in the cannabis industry, so should gender parity. Research shows that having more women in leadership positions positively affects the success of companies in a variety of ways, including higher profits, better stock performance, and higher revenue.
May 25, 2021
The hemp industry continues holds significant potential and continues to appeal to investors and businesses despite the challenges businesses have faced recently. Here are some of the key factors that continue to attract people to the industry.
May 21, 2021
What are investors looking for when they consider investing in cannabis businesses today, and what are the biggest mistakes companies make when trying to attract investors and secure funding? The answers to those questions may surprise you.
May 18, 2021
Of all the license types available to cannabis business operators, the microbusiness license is among the least issued and discussed. Countless cannabis businesses of varying sizes are vertically integrated, with many holding licenses for multiple activities at the same location. Depending on state and local regulations, licensees frequently choose to cultivate, process, and sell cannabis out of the same business.
February 25, 2021
It’s already been three months since the 2020 General Election. US voters elected a new president, Congress, state legislatures, and governors — most of whom are already settling into their positions for the legislative year. Additionally, five states’ voters made cannabis history by legalizing cannabis to some degree, either establishing medical or adult use markets, or in one case, launching both at the same time.
February 2, 2021
In 2020, five states’ residents voted to allow recreational and/or adult-use cannabis. Specifically, Arizona, New Jersey, Montana, and South Dakota voters approved recreational cannabis, and South Dakota and Mississippi voters approved medical cannabis.
January 15, 2021
At the start of 2020, cannabis industry insiders expected it to be a very big year, but then, COVID-19 hit and everything changed. The global pandemic brought some delays and some positive surprises for the industry, and it will continue to have a significant effect on the industry in 2021.
December 15, 2020
Enforcement of the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) began on July, 1 2020. The CCPA gives consumers who reside in California significantly more control over how companies use their personal information.
December 4, 2020
Who could have ever guessed how the world would change in 2020 when the year began? A global pandemic, quarantines, and economic shutdowns were not part of the conversation when cannabis and hemp businesses developed their plans for 2020.
December 3, 2020
The 2014 Farm Bill included a provision for university-led research into hemp cultivation, processing, and business development via state-initiated programs. Some individual states permitted hemp cultivation through their agriculture agencies while maintaining a required research component for participating farmers.
October 27, 2020
Cannabis companies have been making political donations for years, and in 2020, those donations have continued to grow. In fact, some companies are investing aggressively to shape the future of the cannabis industry either by donating directly to campaigns ...
October 23, 2020
Next month, five states will be voting on seven ballot measures to legalize cannabis. A variety of proposals, including constitutional amendments, statutory initiatives, and alternative measures, could establish new medical cannabis markets in two states ...
October 20, 2020
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