While 2024 brought its share of volatility, regulatory uncertainty and market pressures for the cannabis industry, this year offers potential opportunities alongside continued challenges.
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Minnesota adult-use cannabis license applicants start new year with uncertainty, hope
Instead of putting the finishing touches on their businesses in anticipation of Minnesota’s adult-use market launch early this year, marijuana license applicants instead face delays and uncertainty.
New York cannabis brand Jaunty aims to close gap between vapes and flower
The executives behind New York cannabis infused products company Jaunty learned the hard way that even the best-laid plans can go awry because of the unexpected.
Germany’s adult-use cannabis pilot programs could benefit foreign operators
Companies and scientific institutions could sell adult-use products in Germany under new legislation that allows these groups to seek licenses for cannabis pilot programs.
Hawaii licenses 25th medical cannabis dispensary
Hawaii’s medical cannabis market reached a milestone with the opening of the state’s 25th dispensary.
Marijuana lab operator calls for expanded testing requirements and enforcement
Zachary Eisenberg spoke about pesticides and potency manipulation, what can be done to solve these problems and backlash for being a whistleblower.
How your cannabis business can make a deal at MJBizCon
Attendees who want to leave the MJBizCon with leads and fruitful relationships should come with a game plan but also be prepared to be flexible.
Cannabis company Canopy Growth appoints Luc Mongeau as CEO
Canadian cannabis company Canopy Growth Corp. appointed current board member Luc Mongeau to serve as the company’s next CEO.
Medical cannabis is where the profit is, Bedrocan CEO Jaap Erkelens says
CEO Jaap Erkelens said Bedrocan – one of the oldest medical marijuana companies in the world – received a new license from Health Canada.
Canadian cannabis retailer High Tide completes CA$15 million debt draw
High Tide, a Calgary, Alberta-based cannabis retail chain, drew the final 5 million Canadian dollars ($3.6 million) of a CA$15 million debt facility.
District of Columbia cannabis stores sue officials over enforcement efforts
A group of seven recreational cannabis stores in Washington, D.C., is suing several city officials to stop enforcement actions against their businesses.
Maine issues third adult-use cannabis recall in 3 months
Maine regulators, who hadn’t recalled cannabis products since the state’s adult-use program launched in 2020, have issued a third recall in three months.
