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Trump marijuana rescheduling expected Monday along with coverage for CBD
President Donald Trump is expected to issue an executive order rescheduling marijuana and covering certain CBD treatments under Medicare. Trump marijuana rescheduling expected Monday along
Alabama finally awards medical marijuana dispensary permits
After years of waiting, Alabama is finally making progress on making medical marijuana available to patients in the state. Alabama finally awards medical marijuana dispensary
Blue Dream’s revenge: Why the market needs old-school cannabis genetics
Returning to classic strains isn’t about nostalgia – it’s about building a scalable cannabis market. Blue Dream’s revenge: Why the market needs old-school cannabis genetics
Report: President Trump close to marijuana rescheduling
President Donald Trump is expected to issue an executive order reclassifying cannabis under federal law, the Washington Post reported on Thursday. Report: President Trump close
Massachusetts cops criticize cannabis regulators over THC potency inflation
Massachusetts law enforcement is starting to notice THC potency inflation as nervous regulators promise a crackdown. Massachusetts cops criticize cannabis regulators over THC potency inflation
Massachusetts finally legalizes cannabis consumption lounges
Massachusetts approved regulations for social consumption licenses, a move that opens the door for cannabis cafes and tasting rooms. Massachusetts finally legalizes cannabis consumption lounges
The secrets behind a profitable cannabis cultivation operation
Cannabis cultivation was never easy – there was just less competition. Now that the market has matured, successful and profitable operators will follow a few
Ohio moves to restrict hemp THC and criminalize out-of-state marijuana
Ohio responded to the national ban on hemp THC by outlawing drinks after the end of 2026 and restricting other hemp THC products to licensed
Stiiizy scoops up 12 California cannabis stores for $25 million
Stiiizy has expanded its footprint with the $25 million acquisition of the now-defunct cannabis conglomerate Gold Flora. Stiiizy scoops up 12 California cannabis stores for
Marijuana MSO Curaleaf to exit hemp THC market ahead of federal ban
Curaleaf Holdings will exit the hemp THC sector ahead of next year’s federal ban, Chairman and CEO Boris Jordan said. Marijuana MSO Curaleaf to exit
New York marijuana chief ousted as inversion investigation implodes
New York Office of Cannabis Management Acting Director Felicia Reid quit Monday amid the failure of a major investigation into cannabis inversion. New York marijuana
Massive new Michigan cannabis tax to take effect Jan. 1 after court hearing
A Michigan judge denied a request to halt the state’s 24% wholesale excise tax on cannabis that would at finance road improvements. Massive new Michigan
How cannabis brands win at advertising and marketing
Brands can win at cannabis marketing and advertising despite the many restrictions imposed on them. How cannabis brands win at advertising and marketing is a
Florida medical marijuana patient growth slowed in 2025
Recent data reveals a modest increase in the number of qualified patients, but the pace of growth appears to have decelerated. Florida medical marijuana patient
California cannabis sales tumbled after tax hike, data shows
Sales tumbled after lawmakers hiked California cannabis taxes, recent data shows. California cannabis sales tumbled after tax hike, data shows is a post from: MJBizDaily:
The power of flower and how to prepare for reform – MJBizCon takeaways
Here are five major takeaways from MJBizCon 2025 as heard by our editorial team. The power of flower and how to prepare for reform –
Report: Hemp THC ban may be unenforceable
Report: Hemp THC ban may be unenforceable is a post from: MJBizDaily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs
From rosin gummies to hash holes: Meet the winners of MJBowl
Ten marijuana brands took home trophies from the inaugural MJBowl, a bi-coastal cannabis competition presented by MJBizCon and social review platform Budist. From rosin gummies
Are consumption lounges the ‘next frontier’ for legal cannabis?
From yoga sessions with edibles to paint-and-puff nights, marijuana lounges are the next chapter for the cannabis industry. Are consumption lounges the ‘next frontier’ for
Nebraska Supreme Court hears argument to cancel medical marijuana legalization
A former state lawmaker believes Nebraska medical marijuana should never have happened. Nebraska Supreme Court hears argument to cancel medical marijuana legalization is a post
The logistics crisis plaguing the Minnesota marijuana market launch
Minnesota’s adult-use cannabis market is facing a logistical hurdle – a shortage of licensed transporters – that has left retailers with empty shelves. The logistics
Can risky operators push marijuana interstate commerce forward?
Cannabis operators are staring down a confusing policy landscape. To find profit, they’ll need to navigate it until it changes. Can risky operators push marijuana
Curaleaf to enter Virginia marijuana market with purchase of competitor
In a deal that reflects cannabis industry excitement over Virginia, Curaleaf announced plans to enter the market with a $110 million purchase. Curaleaf to enter
How cannabis operators are preparing for federal marijuana reform
Cannabis operators need more than marijuana rescheduling – and have to craft growth plans that they can execute without it. How cannabis operators are preparing
Virginia adult-use cannabis sales could begin November 2026
Virginia adult-use marijuana sales could begin as soon as November 2026 under a regulatory bill to be proposed this week. Virginia adult-use cannabis sales could
Marijuana MSOs enter Texas as medical cannabis market rapidly expands
Marijuana multistate operators are among the 12 companies selected to enter the rapidly expanding Texas medical cannabis marekt. Marijuana MSOs enter Texas as medical cannabis
How brands can achieve cultural competency and market to diverse communities
“Reading the room” is about understanding the histories, identities and experiences of the people you’re trying to reach. How brands can achieve cultural competency and
Is Medicare going to cover CBD?
Is Medicare going to cover CBD? is a post from: MJBizDaily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs
Rumors swirl around President Trump’s marijuana rescheduling plans
A House Republican lawmaker is “cautiously optimistic” President Donald Trump will move forward with marijuana rescheduling before the November 2026 midterms. Rumors swirl around President
What MJBizCon 2025 sessions should you attend?
What to do and where to go at MJBizCon 2025? The answer may depend on your role in the cannabis industry. What MJBizCon 2025 sessions
Michigan cannabis industry fights massive tax hike in court
The Michigan Court of Claims heard arguments Tuesday over the constitutionality of a new 24% wholesale tax on cannabis products. Michigan cannabis industry fights massive
Will the Supreme Court end federal marijuana prohibition? An answer is coming
The U.S. Supreme Court will discuss next month whether to hear a challenge to federal marijuana prohibition. Will the Supreme Court end federal marijuana prohibition?
Florida adult-use marijuana legalization campaign suffers major setback
Florida’s recreational marijuana legalization suffered a setback when a judge invalidated 200,000 signatures needed for the initiative to appear on the 2026 ballot. Florida adult-use
Mass. voters tricked by campaign to end legal cannabis sales urged to act
The Massachusetts Cannabis Business Association is urging voters who suspect they’re victims of a fraudulent campaign to contact local elections authorities. Mass. voters tricked by
How cannabis businesses can go digital while thwarting hackers
The cannabis industry’s digital transformation is creating a new challenge for dispensary owners: cybersecurity. How cannabis businesses can go digital while thwarting hackers is a
Cannabis company pays out $3 million for worker asthma as research highlights risk
Cannabis workers appear to be at particular risk of developing asthma at work, new research found. Cannabis company pays out $3 million for worker asthma
Meet the finalists for the 2025 MJBowl cannabis competition
Meet the finalists for the 2025 MJBowl cannabis competition is a post from: MJBizDaily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs
Minnesota to launch first municipal cannabis dispensary in 2026
Minnesota’s first government-run cannabis store is expected to open in mid-2026 in the city of Osseo. Minnesota to launch first municipal cannabis dispensary in 2026
How Gen Z’s buying habits are reshaping legal cannabis retail
How Gen Z’s buying habits are reshaping legal cannabis retail is a post from: MJBizDaily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs
Massachusetts marijuana criminalization campaign claims another win amid fraud claims
Dogged by accusations of voter fraud, the campaign to halt adult-use marijuana sales in Massachusetts is claiming another milestone win. Massachusetts marijuana criminalization campaign claims

