Case Studies
Australia’s Medicinal Cannabis Imports Hit Record Highs
SYDNEY – Figures released this week by Australia's Office of ...
California Reinstates 15% Cannabis Excise Tax Through 2028
LOS ANGELES – A measure signed by Governor Gavin Newsom ...
Case Study: Navigating Cannabis Tax Hikes in California & New Mexico
LOS ANGELES- In July 2025, cannabis operators in California and New Mexico woke up to another line item tightening their margins: higher excise taxes.California’s excise tax jumped from 15% to 19% — a 25% increase. ...
Opinion: Rolling Toward a Greener Future: The Case for Industrial Hemp Toilet Paper
LOS ANGELES–When most people think about sustainability, they imagine renewable energy, electric cars, or organic farming. I don’t know many who stop to consider the humble roll of toilet paper. But TP production has a ...
Trulieve Opens Dispensary in Cincinnati, Strengthening Ohio Market Position
TALLAHASSEE – Trulieve Cannabis Corp., a major multi-state Cannabis operator, has launched its first dispensary in Cincinnati, marking the company's 7th location in Ohio and its 238th nationwide. The facility stocks a range of Trulieve's ...
Aurora Launches Whistler Brand in Australia
EDMONTON – Aurora Cannabis Inc. announced the introduction of its Whistler Cannabis Co. brand to the Australian market, marking a significant step in its international expansion strategy. The launch brings two high-potency cultivars, Ginger Breath ...
BREAKING: Trump Signals Possible Cannabis Reclassification Within Weeks
LOS ANGELES- President Donald Trump said Monday that his administration is actively considering shifting Cannabis to a lower-risk category under federal law — a move that could have sweeping implications for the industry. Speaking at ...
Snoop Dogg’s Death Row Cannabis Enters Ohio Market
COLUMBUS – Death Row Records Cannabis, the Cannabis brand launched by rapper and entrepreneur Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr., commonly known as Snoop Dogg, has expanded into Ohio through a partnership with Pure Ohio Wellness. This ...
Trump Considers Shift in Federal Cannabis Rescheduling
LOS ANGELES – President Donald Trump is exploring a move to reclassify Cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III under federal law, according to a report from The Wall Street Journal. The potential policy shift, ...
Case Study: Navigating Cannabis Tax Hikes in California & New Mexico
LOS ANGELES- In July 2025, cannabis operators in California and New Mexico woke up to another line item tightening their margins: higher excise taxes.California’s excise tax jumped from 15% to 19% — a 25% increase. ...
Opinion: Rolling Toward a Greener Future: The Case for Industrial Hemp Toilet Paper
LOS ANGELES–When most people think about sustainability, they imagine renewable energy, electric cars, or organic farming. I don’t know many who stop to consider the humble roll of toilet paper. But TP production has a ...
Trulieve Opens Dispensary in Cincinnati, Strengthening Ohio Market Position
TALLAHASSEE – Trulieve Cannabis Corp., a major multi-state Cannabis operator, has launched its first dispensary in Cincinnati, marking the company's 7th location in Ohio and its 238th nationwide. The facility stocks a range of Trulieve's ...
Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians Approve Recreational Cannabis Sales
LOS ANGELES- Recreational cannabis may soon become a reality in North Carolina following a decision by the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI). This move could significantly transform the state’s cannabis landscape. While North Carolina ...
Vermont Cannabis Bill H.612 Passes Without Governor’s Signature
LOS ANGELES- Vermont Governor Phil Scott allowed cannabis bill H.612 to become law without his signature, marking significant regulatory changes to the state's cannabis landscape. The bill, which aims to improve regulations surrounding cannabis and ...
Optimi Health Corp. Announces Major Milestones in International Psychedelic Supply Operations
LOS ANGELES- Optimi Health Corp, a Health Canada licensed GMP psychedelics pharmaceutical manufacturer specializing in controlled substances such as botanical psilocybin and MDMA, has announced several significant milestones in its international psychedelic supply operations and ...
Agrify Strengthens Financial Position with Key Debt Conversions
Agrify, a provider of indoor agriculture technology and solutions, has strengthened its financial standing through significant debt conversions by key entities controlled by its top executives. This strategic move enables the company to retain its ...
Mississippi Expands Medical Cannabis Program and Research Capabilities
LOS ANGELES- In 2022, Mississippi passed a restrictive medical cannabis program. Two new bills aimed at enhancing patient access to cannabis care and expanding research capabilities will take effect on July 1. Senate Bill 2857: ...
New Hampshire Lawmakers Near Compromise on Adult-Use Cannabis Legalization
LOS ANGELES- New Hampshire lawmakers in the House and Senate are reportedly close to reaching a compromise on a cannabis legalization bill, according to the New Hampshire Bulletin. With the legislative session ending on Thursday, ...
Proposed Amendments to Cannabis Law in Canada Aim to Ease Regulatory Burden
LOS ANGELES- The Canadian government has proposed a series of amendments to federal cannabis regulations to alleviate some of the regulatory burdens faced by producers and distribution companies. These changes aim to streamline processes ranging ...
Nebraska Advocates Push for Medical Cannabis Initiative Signatures
LOS ANGELES- Nebraskan advocates are urgently working to collect signatures for their medical cannabis initiative to be included on this year’s ballot. The advocacy group Nebraska for Medical Marijuana (NMM) is appealing to supporters to ...
Florida Governor Vetoes Hemp Regulations Package
NEW YORK- Florida Governor Ron DeSantis vetoed a legislative package aimed at banning products containing hemp-derived delta-8 THC and other intoxicating cannabinoids, according to CBS News. The vetoed legislation, Senate Bill 1698, sought to regulate ...
Michigan Surpasses California in Legal Cannabis Sales
LOS ANGELES- In an unexpected development within the cannabis industry, Michigan has overtaken California in the number of legal cannabis products sold. This shift, initially reported by SF Gate, marks a significant change in market ...
THCA Hemp Flower Prices Maintain Parity with Cannabis in Several States
LOS ANGELES- A new report by Hemp Benchmarks, shared with Green Market Report, indicates that wholesale prices for THCA hemp flower have maintained parity with cannabis in several regulated adult-use state markets, positioning it as ...
Michigan Surpasses California in Monthly Cannabis Sales for First Time
LOS ANGELES- Michigan sold more cannabis products in March this year than any other state, surpassing California for the first time in monthly sales, according to BDSA data outlined in an SF Gate report. Michigan ...
Rhode Island Launches Free Cannabis Industry Training Program
LOS ANGELES- The Rhode Island Department of Labor, in collaboration with the Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI), will offer a free cannabis training program to a select group of students. This initiative aims to ...
California Reinvests Cannabis Tax Revenue to Support Communities
LOS ANGELES- The California Community Reinvestment Grants (CalCRG) Program has announced over $45 million in grants for Fiscal Year 2023-24, aiming to uplift communities impacted by the War on Drugs. This initiative represents a significant ...
South Dakota Adult-Use Cannabis Initiative to Appear on 2024 Ballot
NEW YORK- South Dakota voters will have another opportunity to decide on the legalization of adult-use cannabis. Initiated Measure 29, which aims to legalize the recreational use, possession, and distribution of cannabis, will be on ...
Canopy Growth to Fully Acquire Acreage Holdings in Strategic Expansion
LOS ANGELES- Canadian cannabis company Canopy Growth has agreed to acquire all issued and outstanding Class E shares of Acreage Holdings, a U.S.-based multistate cannabis operator. This acquisition is part of Canopy's broader strategy to ...
Vermont Medical Cannabis Patient Appeals Denial of Unemployment Benefits to State Supreme Court
LOS ANGELES- A Vermont man is appealing the denial of a portion of his unemployment benefits to the state Supreme Court after being terminated from his job for using medical cannabis. Ivo Skoric, 59, who ...
House Approves Amendments to Authorize Medical Cannabis Recommendations for Veterans and Support Psychedelics Research
LOS ANGELES- The U.S. House of Representatives has approved amendments to a significant spending bill, enabling Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) doctors to issue medical cannabis recommendations to military veterans and support research into psychedelics. ...
DEA Proposal to Reclassify Cannabis Generates Strong Public Response
LOS ANGELES- Following the submission of a proposal by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) on May 21, a 60-day public comment period was initiated, set to conclude on July 22. In the first 15 days, ...
Beckley Psytech Launches Study on Neurophysiological Effects of Synthetic 5-MeO-DMT
LOS ANGELES- Beckley Psytech, a private psychedelics medicine company, announced on Monday the commencement of a new research study investigating the neurophysiological effects of BPL-003, its novel synthetic intranasal formulation of 5-MeO-DMT, on the human ...
CannMed24 Event Review: 12 Things You Missed at CannMed 24
NEW YORK-CannMed 24 has set a new benchmark in the cannabis industry, offering unparalleled insights, networking opportunities, and a unique experience. Here are a dozen highlights certain to stir up a whole bunch of FOMO ...
Filament Health Receives Authorization for Phase 2 Clinical Trial of Psilocybin for MAUD Treatment
LOS ANGELES- Filament Health, a psychedelic drug development company, has received authorization from Health Canada and the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to conduct a Phase 2 clinical trial of its botanical psilocybin ...
Japan to Accept Public Comments on Cannabis Reform Bill
WORLD- The Japanese government announced on May 30 that it will begin accepting public comments on its cannabis reform bill, which includes potential measures to loosen restrictions on processing CBD in food products. This move ...
Few Pardons Issued for Cannabis Crimes in Canada Since 2019 Reforms
LOS ANGELES- Despite the federal government’s estimate that 10,000 Canadians would be eligible for conviction relief following the legalization of cannabis in 2018, only 845 pardons have been granted since 2019. Data from the Parole ...
South Africa Legalizes Cannabis for Personal Use
LOS ANGELES- South Africa has become the first country in Africa to legalize cannabis for personal use. The Cannabis for Private Purposes Act was signed into law by President Cyril Ramaphosa on May 28, just ...
