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Minnesota issued its first adult-use cannabis licenses in 2025, drawing close attention from industry observers eager to see how the market develops. In this edition of Cannacurio, we compare Minnesota’s early licensing activity with New York’s adult-use launch, looking at program history, license volume, and regulatory strategy.

In this episode of the Cannacurio Podcast, Ed Keating speaks with Dotan Melech, Co-Founder & CEO of CTrust. They explore the evolving world of risk analysis, financial restructuring, and bankruptcy management in the cannabis industry.

170 new manufacturing licenses were issued in Q3 2025 across 17 states.

518 cultivation licenses were issued in Q3, down sharply from 729 in Q2.

414 new store licenses were issued for across the U.S. in Q3 2025, down from Q2 2025.

1,256 new licenses were issued for all activities in Q3 2025, down (11%) from 1,417 in Q2 2025.

In this episode of the Cannacurio Podcast, Ed Keating speaks with Tiffany Maggard, Vice President of Sales at Heffernan Insurance Brokers. They dive into the complexities of cannabis insurance—from coverage gaps and product recalls to cyberattacks and vault security. Tiffany shares what operators need to know about working with brokers, why some policies fall short, and how Heffernan helps clients mitigate risk while staying compliant. Tune in to hear real claims, practical advice, and industry insights.

235 new manufacturing licenses were issued in Q2 2025 from 16 states.

747 cultivation licenses were issued in Q2 with Michigan leading the pack at 336 new licenses.

361 new store licenses were issued in Q2 which is more than Q1, but the hemp market continues to make it challenging for licensed cannabis stores to thrive.

1,470 new licenses were issued for all activities, and Cultivation, Manufacturing and Store licenses accounted for 90% of the cannabis licenses issued.

In this episode of the Cannacurio Podcast, Ed Keating interviews Coleman Retzlaff, National Sales Director at Quest Climate. Coleman shares how Quest’s high-efficiency dehumidifiers revolutionize cannabis cultivation, discusses energy-saving innovations, and reveals common grower mistakes. Dive into this episode for expert tips on boosting yields and sustainability!