Case Studies
Mamdani’s Mayoral Win: Is It a Sign of Equity in NY’s Cannabis Field?
LOS ANGELES – New York City's mayoral race concluded with ...
Cannabis Real Estate Trends: What’s Selling Right Now
LOS ANGELES- The Cannabis industry continues to evolve at a ...
HBA Pushes for Regulatory Framework on Hemp-Derived THC Beverages in Pennsylvania
HARRISBURG – The Hemp Beverage Alliance (HBA), a trade group ...
Cannabis Stocks Decline as Federal Reform Stalls in U.S
LOS ANGELES- U.S. cannabis stocks have declined sharply as investor enthusiasm dampens amid continued delays in federal reform. The AdvisorShares Pure US Cannabis ETF dropped around 48% in 2024, with company shares like Curaleaf, Verano, ...
AYR Wellness Secures Temporary Waiver in Financing Deal
LOS ANGELES- AYR Wellness Inc. a vertically integrated U.S. multi-state cannabis operator, has entered into a Limited Waiver Agreement with holders of a majority of its senior secured notes . Under this agreement, noteholders temporarily agree ...
Minnesota Awards 249 Cannabis Business Licenses in State’s First Lottery
LOS ANGELES- Minnesota’s Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) held its inaugural lottery on June 5, 2025, awarding 249 provisional licenses for social equity and general applicants across four categories: cultivator, manufacturer, mezzobusiness, and retailer. The ...
California Implements Measures to Ensure Cannabis Product Safety
LOS ANGELES- California has established a comprehensive regulatory framework to safeguard consumers from potential health risks associated with cannabis products. The Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) oversees the adoption and enforcement of regulations for commercial ...
France Advances Medical Cannabis Legalization Framework
LOS ANGELES- France has officially submitted draft regulations to the European Commission, outlining the framework for the production and authorization of medical cannabis. The submission includes: A decree establishing the framework for cannabis-based medicines, integrating ...
New Mexico Advances Medical Psilocybin Legalization Efforts
LOS ANGELES- The New Mexico Senate has approved the Medical Psilocybin Act (Senate Bill 219), a bipartisan initiative aimed at establishing a regulated program for the therapeutic use of psilocybin, the psychoactive compound found in ...
Utah Poll Indicates Majority Support for Recreational Cannabis Legalization
LOS ANGELES- A recent survey conducted by Noble Predictive Insights reveals that 52% of registered Utah voters are in favor of a ballot initiative to legalize cannabis for recreational use, while 38% oppose it, and ...
Cannabis Stocks Decline as Federal Reform Stalls in U.S
LOS ANGELES- U.S. cannabis stocks have declined sharply as investor enthusiasm dampens amid continued delays in federal reform. The AdvisorShares Pure US Cannabis ETF dropped around 48% in 2024, with company shares like Curaleaf, Verano, ...
AYR Wellness Secures Temporary Waiver in Financing Deal
LOS ANGELES- AYR Wellness Inc. a vertically integrated U.S. multi-state cannabis operator, has entered into a Limited Waiver Agreement with holders of a majority of its senior secured notes . Under this agreement, noteholders temporarily agree ...
Minnesota Awards 249 Cannabis Business Licenses in State’s First Lottery
LOS ANGELES- Minnesota’s Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) held its inaugural lottery on June 5, 2025, awarding 249 provisional licenses for social equity and general applicants across four categories: cultivator, manufacturer, mezzobusiness, and retailer. The ...
Cannabis-Related Tax Revenue Surpasses Alcohol in Legal Cannabis States
Washington, DC: Legal cannabis states generated more revenue from retail cannabis sales than they did from alcohol sales, according to data provided by the Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy (ITEP). According to ITEP’s analysis, legal states in ...
Calexo Launches Watercolors, a New Line of Cannabis-Infused Sparkling Waters
LOS ANGELES - California lifestyle brand Calexo is delighted to announce the launch of Watercolors, a new collection of cannabis-infused sparkling waters and an accompanying streetwear apparel line. Made with sparkling water, natural flavors, and ...
MariMed Closes Acquisition of Illinois Craft Cannabis License
NORWOOD, Mass. - MariMed, Inc. (OTCQX: MRMD), a multi-state cannabis operator focused on improving lives every day, today announced it has closed its acquisition of Green Growth Group, Inc. The close of this transaction enables ...
Green Thumb Industries Reports First Quarter 2022 Financial Results
CHICAGO and VANCOUVER, British Columbia - Green Thumb Industries Inc. (Green Thumb) (CSE: GTII) (OTCQX: GTBIF), a national cannabis consumer packaged goods company and owner of RISE dispensaries, today reported its financial results for the ...
Legal Cannabis Market to Hit USD 48.3 Billion by 2028
WASHINGTON - Vantage Market Research’s recent analysis of the Global Legal Cannabis Market finds that Growing adoption of cannabis for treatment of chronic pain, increasing awareness about the positive effects of CBD for the treatment ...
Ayr Wellness Announces Brand Launches in Massachusetts and Ohio
MIAMI - Ayr Wellness Inc. (CSE: AYR.A, OTCQX: AYRWF), a U.S. multi-state cannabis operator (MSO), announced it has expanded its extensive product portfolio available in Massachusetts with the addition of its premium flower brand, Kynd, ...
Industrial Hemp Market To Hit Record Revenue of $60,682.8 Million by 2030
NEW YORK - The global industrial hemp market was found to be valued at $4,452.0 million in 2021, which is projected to reach a huge $60,682.8 million by 2030, increasing at a massive CAGR of ...
Why Are Consumer Insights So Important in Marketing Cannabis?
Why do you need consumer insights?...One reason is because with consumer insights, you can shoot down your competition. Understanding your consumer’s needs and wants is essential to ensure your cannabis company is future-proof. Listening empowers ...
New Jersey Cannabis Market: Off To A Strong Start
TRENTON- The unofficial holiday for pot smokers is April 20, but April 21 will be the official day of celebration for New Jersey's legal cannabis sector. Adult-use cannabis sales are now legal in New Jersey ...
Acreage Expands Adult-Use Retail Operations in Maine and Closes Sale of Cultivation and Processing Facility in Oregon
NEW YORK - Acreage Holdings, Inc. (CSE: ACRG.A.U, ACRG.B.U), (OTC: ACRHF, ACRDF), a multi-state operator of cannabis cultivation and retailing facilities in the U.S., announced it has completed the sale of its cultivation and processing ...
HEXO Launches New At-the-Market Offering
GATINEAU, Quebec - HEXO Corp. (TSX: HEXO; NASDAQ: HEXO) announced that it has established an at-the-market equity program that allows the Company to issue and sell up to US$40,000,000 (or its CAD dollar equivalent) of ...
Verano Receives Permission to File U.S. GAAP Financials on SEDAR and Withdraws MCTO Application
CHICAGO - Verano Holdings Corp. (CSE: VRNO) (OTCQX: VRNOF), a multi-state cannabis company, announced it has received a decision from the Alberta Securities Commission and Ontario Securities Commission permitting the Company to file on the ...
Green Thumb Industries Announces Internet Availability of Proxy Materials for its 2022 Meeting of Shareholders
Green Thumb Industries Inc. (Green Thumb) (CSE: GTII) (OTCQX: GTBIF), a national cannabis consumer packaged goods company and owner of RISE dispensaries, today announced the internet availability of proxy materials for its 2022 Annual General ...
Curaleaf’s Select Brand Expands CBD Offerings With Launch of Select CBD Bites
Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (CSE: CURA / OTCQX: CURLF), an international provider of consumer products in cannabis, today announced the expansion of Select's CBD line with the launch of Select CBD Bites. Available across the U.S. ...
Curaleaf Opens Two New Florida Dispensaries in Pembroke Park and Englewood
WAKEFIELD, Mass. - Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (CSE: CURA / OTCQX: CURLF), an international provider of consumer products in cannabis, announced plans to open two new dispensaries in Florida. Curaleaf Pembroke Park (2900 Country Club Ln.) ...
Harborside Inc. Announces Conversion of US$5.87 Million Promissory Note to Equity
OAKLAND, Calif. and TORONTO - Harborside Inc. (CSE: HBOR) (OTCQX: HBORF), a California-focused, cannabis enterprise, announced that a promissory note in the amount of US$6.23 million, which includes principal, interest and fees, has been repaid ...
Verano Announces Opening of MÜV Hobe Sound
CHICAGO - Verano Holdings Corp. (CSE: VRNO) (OTCQX: VRNOF), a multi-state cannabis company, announced the opening of MÜV Hobe Sound, the Company’s 45th Florida location and 96th nationwide. MÜV Hobe Sound, located at 10455 SE ...
HEXO Announces Leadership Transition, Appoints Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer
GATINEAU, Quebec - HEXO Corp (TSX: HEXO; NASDAQ: HEXO) today that Charlie Bowman has been appointed the Company’s acting President and Chief Executive Officer, effective today. Mr. Bowman will move into a permanent role upon ...
Ayr Wellness Opens 46th Florida Dispensary in Tampa
MIAMI - Ayr Wellness Inc. (CSE: AYR.A, OTCQX: AYRWF), a U.S. multi-state cannabis operator (MSO), announced the opening of its 46th Florida dispensary, located in southern Tampa. The new dispensary encompasses ~3,000 square feet of ...
Global CBD Gummies Market Report 2022-2028
Dublin - The "CBD Gummies Market Forecast to 2028 - COVID-19 Impact and Global Analysis By Category and Distribution Channel" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The CBD gummies market was valued at US$ ...
MariMed Completes Acquisition of Kind Therapeutics USA
NORWOOD, Mass. - MariMed Inc. (OTCQX: MRMD) , a multi-state cannabis operator focused on improving lives every day, announced it completed the acquisition of Kind Therapeutics U.S.A., LLC, a cannabis business in Maryland. The Maryland ...
Harborside Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter 2021 Financial Results
OAKLAND, Calif. and TORONTO - Harborside Inc. (CNSX: HBOR), (OTCQX: HBORF), a California-focused, cannabis enterprise, filed its audited annual financial statements and management's discussion & analysis for the twelve months ended December 31, 2021 under ...
TerrAscend Promotes Jodie Lampert to SVP of Human Resources
TORONTO - TerrAscend Corp. (CSE: TER) (OTCQX: TRSSF), a North American cannabis operator, announced the promotion of Jodie Lampert as Senior Vice President of Human Resources. Lampert previously served as Vice President of Human Resources ...
New Generation of Cannabis Seed Ensures Quality, Consistency, and Uniformity for Commercial Growers
PORTLAND, Ore. - Modern crop science company Phylos®, is providing a long-awaited solution for commercial growers looking for uniformity, input reduction, and risk mitigation for large-scale cannabis and hemp production — highly-optimized production-ready F1 hybrid ...
Verano Announces 2021 Fourth Quarter and Full Year U.S. GAAP Financial Results
CHICAGO - Verano Holdings Corp. (CSE: VRNO) (OTCQX: VRNOF), a multi-state cannabis company, announced its 2021 financial results which were prepared in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. For comparisons, financial results for the ...
