In a surprising development, Erin DuPree, who had recently been appointed as the head of Minnesota's Office of Cannabis Management, has resigned from her position. This decision came in response to allegations suggesting her involvement in the sale of illegal cannabis products through her own...
As cannabis reform and legalization across the American states continue to be enshrined, the legal industry continues to grow rapidly. Albeit for some recent disturbances and troubles in the total retail cannabis sales across the Legal States, the larger the industry becomes so will the...
By Cara Wietstock This article first appeared in Ganjapeneur Because of prohibition, cannabis and the law have been forever intertwined. Prohibition ensured that any cannabis entrepreneur, whether they were operating before legalization or not, should have a lawyer on their side — and West coast-based Cultiva Law...
During Oregon’s 2021 legislative session, a new bill was passed that completely shifts how the state regulates the hemp industry. While the intent of House Bill 3000 (“HB 3000”) was to remove and deter “bad actors” that have invaded Oregon’s hemp industry in the last...
Cannabis was a hot topic during Oregon’s 2021 legislative session. Although only 8 of the over 30 bills introduced were signed into law, some of these will have a significant impact on the industry, including a sweeping change in how Oregon regulates hemp. Below is...
In the states where cannabis is legal, there are several choices concerning which type of marijuana-related business that you can start. While each business is different, there are some commonalities. Whether you start a retail, processing, or growing business, you will first need to craft...
The cannabis industry is one of the fastest growing sectors in the country. Forty-seven states have legalized cannabis in at least some form—as CBD oil or for medical or recreational use—and it may only be a matter of time before marijuana is legal nationwide. With...
Since legalizing recreational marijuana in 2012, the State of Washington has been at the forefront of the legalization movement. With revenue from marijuana sales reaching into the billions, there seems to be no sign of the cannabis industry slowing down. If you’re looking to cash...
As the legal cannabis industry grows and becomes more competitive, you may be searching for ways to make your business stand out. While traditional methods of marketing and advertising may be effective in some ways, the unique challenges that a cannabis business may face can...