A lawsuit has been filed that has temporarily halted the issuing of licenses for dispensary operators. The lawsuit is related to medical cannabis licensing. The information was published at 9:17 PM CST January 2, 2024 and it was updated at the same time. Medical Cannabis Licensing Temporarily Halted Due to Legal Challenge The process of […]
New Year Ushers in Job Safeguards for CA Marijuana Users
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MSDH Halts 70% of Medical Cannabis Due to Possible Pesticide Contamination
– The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) has put an administrative hold on a large number of medical cannabis products after allegations that the products were not properly tested for pesticides. This decision mainly impacts Rapid Analytics, one of the state’s largest medical cannabis testers. – Rapid Analytics denies t
10 Years of Legalized Cannabis in Colorado – Durango Herald
On 1st January 2014, Colorado became the first U.S. state to legalize the sale of marijuana for recreational use. Since then, the state has sold $11.7 billion in cannabis, bringing in $2.4 billion in taxes. The funds have been used for various public amenities, including new schools and recreational centers. In the years following legalization, [&h
CT’s First Marijuana Union Contract Approved: Major Industry Milestone
Workers at Advanced Grow Labs in West Haven, Connecticut, ratified their union contract on Dec. 28, representing the first cannabis union agreement in the state’s history. The union contract includes wage increases of up to 25% over three years, increased holiday pay, retirement and health insurance, increased safety measures, and job protect
Beware of Unlawful High-Potency Cannabis Products
The Minnesota Department of Health inspected 167 retailers that sell hemp-derived cannabis products between August and November and found that 39% carried products with illegally high doses of THC. Hemp-derived edibles and beverages can contain no more than 5 milligrams of THC per serving and 50 milligrams per package under current law. Illegal, hi
Jushi Strategizes for Long-Term Amidst Cannabis Market Volatility
Jushi Holdings Inc., the owner of Beyond Hello dispensaries, has seen growth and resilience despite the downturn in the cannabis sector, according to a report by Water Tower Research LLC. They have used a vertical integration approach, achieving higher margins and control of the supply chain. Jushi’s focus is on limited-license markets transi
Adult-Use Cannabis Sales: Expectations for Next Year – NBC Connecticut
– In its first year of recreational marijuana sales, Connecticut has seen a growth from $5 million in January to over $15 million by November. Medical marijuana sales also increased from $8 million to over $10 million in the same period. – The Social Equity Council, led by executive director Ginne-Rae Clay, was set up […]
May Township Halts Cannabis Businesses Temporarily – Country Messenger
The May township has imposed a temporary moratorium on cannabis businesses. The decision was made to allow the township time to study the impacts and regulations related to these businesses. This moratorium comes amidst a broader discussion on the potential legalization of recreational marijuana in the region. May Township Enforces Temporary Morato
Few Days Left to Apply for Cannabis Business License
The state Office of Cannabis Management in New York has set a deadline for the license application window for those interested in the adult-use marijuana business. The window will close on Monday, Dec. 18, at 5 p.m. The license application window, which opened in early October, includes licenses for cultivators, processors, distributors, retail and