California, one of the United States’ largest and most lucrative legal cannabis markets, is grappling with a critical issue. In 2023, the state saw $5.1 billion in cannabis sales, with
The Biden administration has initiated a review regarding the scheduling of marijuana under federal law by requesting that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Drug Enforcement Administration
Ten years ago, I remember hiding in my bathroom for just a few short moments at a time, clutching my little bong and exhaling out the open window. I was
There is a critical call to action for cannabis operators across the supply chain to become more data-savvy. Investments in data and analytics are likely to be a key driver
Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid approved for medical use as a painkiller. It is also illegally sold as a street drug. Notorious for its lethal potency, even the smallest amounts,
Imagine buying a product that promises relief, only to find it ineffective or even harmful. Conversations about labeling are not uncommon within the legal cannabis industry. Recent headlines continue to
Cannabis has a rich history dating back to ancient times. Over centuries, breeders have created a diverse lineage of strains that are worth preserving for future generations. However, the historical
In 2021, just 10% of cannabis cultivation operations used automation technology for packaging. Yet in 2024, over 80% of cannabis cultivators are moving toward utilizing automation to streamline processes and
I’ve witnessed firsthand how the cannabis industry is built on community and innovation, and nowhere is this more evident than at cannabis conferences and events. The industry’s lineup of conventions
It’s happened to all of us. We browse around an eCommerce site like Amazon, put a pair of flip-flops in our shopping cart, the phone rings, we forget what we
My name is Frederika Easley, producer and host of The People Are Blunt podcast, part of The People’s Ecosystem and Vice President of Minority Cannabis Business Association (MCBA). As I
Now more than ever, cannabis cultivators should focus on sustainable practices that minimize environmental impacts. We know that agriculture uses more water than any other source and also wastes large
“What kinda weed is good for sex?” That was the first question I got from my second customer ever as a budtender in 2016, shortly after adult-use cannabis was legalized
The advancement and rescheduling of cannabis and the growing ubiquity of the plant in communities across the U.S. have been positive developments towards overturning draconian drug laws. But what must
As the United States’ Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) moves to reclassify cannabis as a less-dangerous substance, the most major and immediate financial impact plant-touching operators are considering is the impact
The rapidly growing cannabis industry faces a significant challenge in lab shopping, which undermines the integrity of its products. Lab shopping, the practice of seeking out testing labs that provide
The allure of organically grown products resonates with consumers worldwide, and cannabis is no exception. From Canada to Colombia, the quest for organic cannabis is reshaping markets and regulations, promising
In a much-publicized move, the Governor of Maryland recently announced a wave of pardons for individuals convicted of misdemeanor marijuana offenses. At first glance, this seems like a progressive step
As of 2021, there were over 3.6 million registered cannabis patients in the US. And, as reported by scientific reviews, there is a growing gap between public interest in medical
Imagine a scenario where recent health emergencies linked to the cannabis industry, such as those at Mary Jane Berlin, or reports of tainted vapes from California, become a common occurrence.
