MJBizCon panelists issue cannabis industry predictions for 2025
“State of the Industry” panelists at MJBizCon made predictions about marijuana rescheduling, Florida, Ohio and cannabis consumption lounges.
How to capitalize on the Green Wednesday cannabis sales rush
New data reveals significant growth in cannabis sales during key shopping days, particularly “Green Wednesday” and the week of Thanksgiving.
Opinion: How to prepare for cannabis’ inevitable future as a natural product
As cannabis marches toward becoming a category in the natural products and wellness CPG industry, its potential economic impact is immense.
New York lawsuit claims Cookies broke exclusive marijuana licensing deal
A longtime retail partner of marijuana company Cookies is suing the California-based brand in New York state, alleging the multistate operator broke an “exclusive” agreement for a branded adult-use outlet in the year-old market.
More Republican support needed to pass marijuana banking, Schumer says
Democratic Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer says he is still wrangling Republican support for a much-awaited marijuana banking reform bill.
Wrigley wins lawsuit to keep Skittles name off marijuana products
The makers of the popular marijuana strain Zkittlez, which borrowed its name from a trademark owned by confectioner Wrigley, will discontinue the product line after bowing to legal pressure from the candy giant.
Synthetic cannabinoids further rift between marijuana and hemp industries
A recent ruling from the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration classifying a synthetic cannabinoid as a Schedule 1 drug has furthered the ire between the licensed marijuana industry and the largely unregulated cannabinoid sector.
