Midwest
Cannabis Prerolls: Tidy, Convenient, Booming!
Everyone loves easy accessibility, especially those who are new consumers. This is consistently true within the cannabis industry, where the immense popularity of pre-rolled joints have caused widespread attention. While it may seem surprising to those comfortable with a range of ways to consume, prerolls are an uncomplicated method for newcomers to ease into THC…
Read MoreCannabis Industry Pushback on Marijuana Tax in Michigan
Attention Michiganders — your local Michigan marijuana brand may be in danger! Signed Oct. 7 by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and filed with the Secretary of State the next day, the Mitten State enacted the new Michigan weed tax of 24% on wholesale cannabis transactions, which has an anticipated revenue of $420 million for the state’s roadways.…
Read MoreHow to Open a Cannabis Dispensary — Here’s What It Really Takes
According to Statista, revenue in the U.S. cannabis market is anticipated to demonstrate an annual growth rate of 3.36%, leading to a market volume of $55.43 Billion by 2030. The trend of investing in the industry started out strong and remains today, with many seeking ways to obtain their own piece of the pakalolo pie.…
Read MoreBuying Weed Away From Home: Cannabis Rules for Out-of-State Buyers
Both cannabis tourists and traveling tokers have questions about cannabis rules for out-of-state buyers. Can you buy weed out of state? Can you buy recreational weed with an out-of-state license? Can non-residents buy cannabis? Can out-of-state visitors buy cannabis? While more and more states are allowing non-residents to purchase cannabis legally, it remains important to…
Read MoreIs Weed Legal in Ohio? 2024 Update and More
April 1973: Dr. Hook, Bruce Springsteen, and The Eagles all played at the Ohio University Music Festival. This huge event was witnessed by thousands of music lovers and remembered long after the party ended. Conversely, only a month prior, former President Richard Nixon stated to a small group of aides and advisers that he knew…
Read MoreTips to Market Your Cannabis Business
Marketing your business could mean the difference between success and failure, which is why it must be handled carefully. Being relatable, memorable and trustworthy are how any business retains and attracts customers. This typically involves networking and marketing, but it’s important to remember that cannabis networking and marketing are a little different than other industries.…
Read MoreMinnesota Medical Cannabis Laws are Changing. Here’s What you Need to Know
Minnesota cannabis is currently in a gray area. Adult-use dispensaries (St. Paul and elsewhere) aren’t open yet, but progress is happening and the Minnesota cannabis market is rapidly evolving and developing. Read on to learn more about what’s happening with dispensaries in St. Paul and throughout the state. Decriminalization Paving the Way for St. Paul…
Read MoreCannabis Expungements Status in U.S.
Cannabis prisoners are a controversial group. Over the past 25+ years, an average of more than 600,000 arrests for cannabis are in the United States every year. Of those arrests, Black individuals are nearly four times more likely than their white counterparts to be arrested despite both groups using cannabis at similar rates. With adult-use…
Read MoreThe State of Cannabis Legislation & Licensing: Wisconsin, Iowa, Missouri, Minnesota
Throughout the United States, cannabis legalization continues to progress. In some states, this means creating new medicinal markets. In others, it’s adding adult-use markets. In others yet, the latest news involves changes to existing cannabis licensing laws and regulations, and in some states, the only news is no new markets or changes. To keep you…
Read MoreThe State of Cannabis Legislation & Licensing: Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio
As cannabis legalization continues to sweep the nation, so do legal updates in states with new and existing medical and adult-use markets. If you’re following the news about cannabis legalization in the midwestern United States, here’s an update on the news, legislation and licensing in the world of cannabis business in Michigan, Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana…
Read MoreThe State of Cannabis Legislation & Licensing: Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, Utah [2023]
Looking for updated information on cannabis business licensing in Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, or Utah? This is the place to find it! Legalization was just the beginning — today, laws in these states and states across the nation continue to evolve. Cannabis Business Licensing in Arizona Those in possession of a business license, including the…
Read MoreThe State of Cannabis Legislation & Licensing in Idaho, Montana, Nevada and Wyoming [2023]
Licensing and legislation for each state’s cannabis market are in constant motion. As laws, ordinances and business licenses evolve, it is imperative for those in the industry to maintain the most current knowledge in order to expand their commercial endeavors legally. Below are updated license opportunities and cannabis laws for the states of Idaho, Montana,…
Read MoreMissouri Marijuana is on the Ballot in November
Is Missouri marijuana legalization finally here? Legalization in the United States typically comes to fruition two ways: a legislative bill or an initiated ballot measure. Missouri recreational weed is up for legitimacy via the latter, thanks to the efforts of Legal Missouri 2022, who in May submitted roughly 400,000 signatures for a legalization initiative. The…
Read MoreRaw Cannabis Odor No Longer Cause for Vehicle Searches, Warrants
The odor of cannabis from a vehicle, dwelling or person has historically landed pot smokers in serious hot water. Due to long-standing search warrant criteria for cannabis, law enforcement officers have relied upon the smell of marijuana as probable cause for searching and often arresting citizens — even when the cannabis was in raw, unburnt…
Read MoreIllinois Fights Violence with Cannabis (and Other Positive Impacts)
The financial impacts of legalization have been long theorized and quickly proven. Other societal benefits have not always been easy to predict but some states that have passed laws allowing for medical and recreational cannabis are demonstrating what good can come from ending cannabis prohibition. Illinois, for example, is a leader in utilizing taxes to…
Read MoreMichigan Legalizes Cannabis-Infused Beverages
One of the many benefits of legalization is the opportunity to research and develop new ways of consuming cannabis. Cannabis-based beverages are an example, and the state of Michigan has taken notice. Michigan Marijuana Regulatory Agency Director Andrew Brisbo had noted in October 2020 cannabis-infused beverages were “an area of interest to a lot of processors…
Read MoreMichigan Cannabis Licensing Expansion
Although Michigan has been a recreationally and medically legal state since 2018 and 2008 respectively, the laws that govern the businesses are not static. Nearly two full years into recreational legalization, the medical side is under review and proposals are in play to ease one burdensome aspect of the industry that impact people with a…
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