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Massive drop in cannabis cultivation permits behind licensing contraction

The number of active cannabis cultivation permits in the U.S. has dropped by 24% since 2023.

News December 18
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Virginia medical marijuana sales greatly exceed expectations

Virginia medical cannabis sales totaled nearly $30 million in July and August, according to state data.

News September 25
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U.S. cannabis business licensing slows in second quarter

Cannabis consumption lounges are growing across the country, offering a rare example of license expansion as other business…

News September 23
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Basket analysis emerges as key growth strategy in cannabis industry

Basket analysis, a common tool in traditional retail, is emerging as a key strategy in the cannabis industry.…

News September 18
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Are cannabis consumers more loyal to brands, or products?

In most consumer packaged goods industries, brands drive decisions. Shoppers walk into a store looking for Coca-Cola, Nike,…

News September 9
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Ohio tops $702 million in first year of adult-use cannabis sales

Between August 2024 and August 2025, adult-use cannabis sales exceeded $702 million in Ohio, the only market to…

News August 13
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Michigan leads nation in cannabis business violations

Cannabis regulators in 29 states and Washington, D.C., issued nearly 2,500 violations in 2024, resulting in $10.8 million…

News July 16
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US marijuana business licensing stable in early 2025

The U.S. marijuana licensing market remained stable in early 2025, with the total number of active licenses growing…

News June 12
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Where to find cannabis industry data online

As the cannabis industry matures, access to reliable data is more important than ever.

News May 28
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Cannabis business owners invited to share insights in MJBiz Factbook survey

The MJBizDaily editorial team is asking business owners, executives and entrepreneurs in the marijuana and hemp sectors to participate…

News May 15
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