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Legal battle brews over Michigan’s new marijuana tax
Michigan’s leading cannabis trade group filed a lawsuit challenging the new 24% wholesale tax Gov. Gretchen Whitmer recently signed into law. Legal battle brews over
MJBizCon highlights women driving diversity in cannabis
From building brands to advocating for social equity, women are breaking barriers, driving innovation and championing equity in the cannabis industry. MJBizCon highlights women driving
New York cannabis sales hit record-breaking $214.4M in August
New York’s legal marijuana hit a record-breaking $214.4 million in sales for August, but supply concerns for next year loom. New York cannabis sales hit
Hemp THC ban, cannabis reform in limbo during federal shutdown
Efforts to ban hemp-derived THC are likely to resume after the government shutdown. Hemp THC ban, cannabis reform in limbo during federal shutdown is a
Nebraska medical marijuana stalled as licensing deadline missed
Marijuana growers will have to wait on beginning operations after Nebraska officials missed a deadline to issue licenses. Nebraska medical marijuana stalled as licensing deadline
How tribes are shaping the cannabis industry
MJBizCon speaker Mary Jane Oatman discusses the Indigenous Cannabis Association’s role in shaping the cannabis industry. How tribes are shaping the cannabis industry is a
Massive Michigan cannabis tax hike approved
Michigan cannabis taxes will increase significantly in January. Massive Michigan cannabis tax hike approved is a post from: MJBizDaily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for
California regulates hemp and marijuana under one framework
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed new legislation to regulate intoxicating hemp products and strengthen efforts to prevent illegal sales. California regulates hemp and marijuana
Massachusetts cannabis czar promises to ‘repair trust’ and streamline process
Recently returned Massachusetts cannabis czar pledged to restore trust and ease regulatory burdens for marijuana businesses. Massachusetts cannabis czar promises to ‘repair trust’ and streamline
MSO TerrAscend sells 3 stores as it exits Michigan cannabis market
Lume Cannabis will acquire three former Gage Cannabis retail locations following the exit of Gage’s parent company from the state’s market. MSO TerrAscend sells 3
Ohio cannabis companies sue regulators over strict rules
Ohio cannabis companies are suing state regulators over overly strict product and advertising rules that conflict with the voter-approved law. Ohio cannabis companies sue regulators
Massachusetts cannabis testing lab accused of wrongdoing returns from suspension
Back from a July suspension, Assured Testing Laboratories is now attempting to recover its market share in Massachusetts. Massachusetts cannabis testing lab accused of wrongdoing
Hemp THC beverage maker first to join major alcohol trade group
A Kentucky-based hemp-derived THC beverage producer has made history as the first to join the Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America. Hemp THC beverage maker
Will Wisconsin finally legalize medical marijuana?
Wisconsin Republicans introduced a medical marijuana legalization bill on Monday. Will Wisconsin finally legalize medical marijuana? is a post from: MJBizDaily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness
10 ways to improve employee retention in the cannabis industry
Building a stable, engaged and motivated team for your cannabis business is the foundation of long-term success. 10 ways to improve employee retention in the
Michigan marijuana operators protest, plot lawsuit over massive tax hike
State lawmakers in Michigan recently approved imposing a new 24% wholesale tax. Michigan marijuana operators protest, plot lawsuit over massive tax hike is a post
Colorado cannabis recalls affect record number of retailers in 2025
Colorado cannabis regulators announced one of the largest marijuana product recalls in the state’s history. Colorado cannabis recalls affect record number of retailers in 2025
Lawsuit: Illinois suspected ‘systemic diversion’ at Curaleaf cultivation
A former director of compliance at Curaleaf claims company brass brushed off allegations of diversion in Illinois. Lawsuit: Illinois suspected ‘systemic diversion’ at Curaleaf cultivation
Cannabis stocks and marijuana rescheduling hopes high after Donald Trump social media post
Shares of cannabis companies surged Monday after a social media post from President Donald Trump highlighted the benefits of CBD in senior healthcare. Cannabis stocks
Why cannabis edibles need extra food safety measures
Many cannabis edibles makers see food safety standards as a burden instead of a way to build trust and ensure quality. Why cannabis edibles need
Illinois governor hemp-derived THC ban
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker says he’ll ban hemp-derived THC in Illinois if lawmakers can’t regulate. Illinois governor hemp-derived THC ban is a post from: MJBizDaily:
Congress must end 280E’s punishment of cannabis small businesses
Congress must end 280E’s punishment of cannabis small businesses is a post from: MJBizDaily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs
Virginia medical marijuana sales greatly exceed expectations
Virginia medical cannabis sales totaled nearly $30 million in July and August, according to state data. Virginia medical marijuana sales greatly exceed expectations is a
Massachusetts delays marijuana consumption lounges amid leadership shuffle
With Shannon O’Brien resuming her position as head of the Cannabis Control Commission, social consumption regulations are delayed. Massachusetts delays marijuana consumption lounges amid leadership
Ongoing cannabis worker strikes in two states are longest in industry history
Workers at cannabis operations in Pennsylvania and Michigan have been on strike since last month. Ongoing cannabis worker strikes in two states are longest in
Track and trace now coming to New York’s $1.5 billion cannabis market in December
Mid-December is when New York cannabis operators must comply with new track-and-trace requirements, regulators said. Track and trace now coming to New York’s $1.5 billion
Colorado cannabis prices drop to historic low despite supply correction
The average market rate for wholesale marijuana flower fell to $649 per pound despite a 25% reduction in cultivators. Colorado cannabis prices drop to historic
Why Cheech & Chong Cannabis retailers enjoy a new data advantage
Cheech & Chong’s has teamed up with Headset to offer marijuana retailers carrying their products free access to the data analytics provider’s platform. Why Cheech
Wisconsin Republicans want to ban hemp-derived THC products
Wisconsin Republican lawmakers are pitching a bill that would close a so-called loophole for intoxicating hemp-derived THC products. Wisconsin Republicans want to ban hemp-derived THC
Kentucky hemp farmers urge McConnell to protect CBD market, warn of ‘catastrophic consequences’
A group of Kentucky hemp farmers are begging Sen. Mitch McConnell not to “criminalize” the sale of hemp-derived cannabinoid products. Kentucky hemp farmers urge McConnell
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 types contract. U.S. cannabis business licensing slows
Newsom signs California cannabis excise tax cut into law
California’s cannabis excise tax will go down under a bill signed into law Monday by Gov. Gavin Newsom. Newsom signs California cannabis excise tax cut
Colorado fines, bans maker of cannabis sleep aid connected to liver damage
Connecticut-based 1906 and its Colorado affiliates are barred from operating in the state and must pay $400,000 in fines. Colorado fines, bans maker of cannabis
County restrictions on Delaware cannabis licenses lifted
Cannabis license holders in Delaware can now apply to transfer permits between the state’s three counties. County restrictions on Delaware cannabis licenses lifted is a
Trump’s India tariffs threaten cannabis industry’s fastest-growing segment
The cannabis industry’s fastest-growing product category — pre-rolls — hit a supply chain snag when the U.S. imposed a 50% tariff on imports from India.
Trump Justice Department opposes challenge to DC hemp laws
The Trump Justice Department this week asked a federal judge to dismiss a D.C. hemp shop’s challenge to a quirk of federal law that restricts
Cannabis consumption lounges coming to California capital
The Sacramento City Council approved licensing adult-use cannabis lounges and cafes in California’s capital this week. Cannabis consumption lounges coming to California capital is a
Maximize your MJBizCon impact: Lessons from a PR pro
Maximize your MJBizCon impact: Lessons from a PR pro is a post from: MJBizDaily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs
US senators push for hemp THC regulation amid fear of federal ban
Republicans are pushing a ban on hemp that would wreck a $28.4 billion industry, senators warned. US senators push for hemp THC regulation amid fear
Medical cannabis products recalled in Maryland
The Maryland Cannabis Administration found Hi Color Max Chocolate Milk products tainted with bacteria. Medical cannabis products recalled in Maryland is a post from: MJBizDaily:
