Consumer Research
Glass House Brands Wraps Up Warrant Redemption
LONG BEACH – Glass House Brands Inc. confirmed that it ...
Jushi Reports Q1 2026 Financial Results
BOCA RATON – Jushi Holdings Inc. delivered a quarter of ...
iAnthus Reports Q1 2026 Financial Results
NEW YORK-TORONTO – iAnthus Capital Holdings posted its fiscal first-quarter ...
Pre-Rolls Outpace Flower as Top U.S. Cannabis Category by Unit Sales
LOS ANGELES – Pre-rolled Cannabis products became the leading category in the United States by the number of units sold in 2025, according to data released in the State of the Pre-Roll Market 2026 report ...
German Pharmacies Offer Cannabis Cheaper Than Darknet
BERLIN – Cannabis flower available by prescription through German pharmacies has for the first time undercut prices on the darknet, according to data released by EKOCAN as part of the official evaluation of the country’s ...
Cannara Biotech Reports Q2 2026 Financial Results
MONTREAL – Cannara Biotech Inc. posted its fiscal second-quarter results, recording higher revenues and a sharp improvement in cash generation as the Quebec-based producer continued to pick up ground in a flat national Cannabis market. ...
M&A Heats Up: Kiva Sales & Service and Petalfast Sign LOI to Combine Operations
LOS ANGELES- Kiva Sales & Service (KSS) has signed a letter of intent to combine with Petalfast, marking another consolidation move in California’s Cannabis distribution and sales infrastructure. The proposed transaction would bring together two ...
Georgia Expands Medical Cannabis Program with SB 220: What It Means for Patients and Operators
ATLANTA- The state of Georgia is on the verge of a meaningful shift in its medical Cannabis program. Legislation passed by the Georgia General Assembly—Senate Bill 220—would significantly expand the types of Cannabis products available ...
Cheech and Chong Ink Distribution Deal with Breakthru
LOS ANGELES – Cheech and Chong’s Global Holding Company has entered a strategic partnership with Breakthru Beverage Group to bring its line of hemp-derived THC drinks to a much broader audience across key U.S. markets. ...
C-Stores Press Ahead with Hemp-Derived Products as Regulations Tighten
LOS ANGELES – Major convenience store operators keep stocking hemp-derived THC beverages and related items on shelves in states where sales remain legal, even as a federal overhaul set to take effect in November 2026 ...
Week in Review: Cannabis & Psychedelics Industry Highlights
The last fortnight delivered sustained progress across the U.S. Cannabis sector and meaningful steps forward in Psychedelics, showcasing the tangible outcomes that stem from a balance of ambition and discipline. State programs posted solid numbers, ...
Two in Three Americans Support Legal Home Cannabis Cultivation, The Harris Poll Finds
LOS ANGELES – A new national survey shows that a clear majority of U.S. adults support the right to grow Cannabis at home, even as many Cannabis users express concerns about pesticides in store-bought products. ...
9th Circuit Orders U.S. Government to Pay Over $2M to Ayahuasca Church
PHOENIX – The Ninth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that the federal government must reimburse the Church of the Eagle and the Condor and its members more than $2 million in attorney fees ...
Hawaii Governor Signs Executive Order to Protect Medical Cannabis Caregivers
LOS ANGELES- Governor Josh Green of Hawaii has signed Executive Order No. 24-06 to protect caregivers who provide medical cannabis to qualified patients from undue enforcement. This action addresses legal changes that were set to ...
What You Need to Know Inventory Management and Cost Accounting
LOS ANGELES- Every entrepreneur, CEO and CFO needs to know that effective inventory management and accurate cost accounting are critical to success in the cannabis and psychedelic industries. As businesses navigate a landscape marked by ...
What You Need to Know Banking and Financing Challenges
LOS ANGELES- Every entrepreneur CEO or CFO needs to know that navigating the banking and financing landscape in the cannabis industry presents unique challenges. Despite the rapid growth of the cannabis market in the United States, ...
What Entrepreneurs Need to Know Regulatory Compliance Costs
LOS ANGELES- Every entrepreneur, CFO and CEO needs to know that navigating regulatory compliance in the cannabis industry is not just a legal obligation, but also a significant financial undertaking. As the cannabis market continues ...
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Advocates for Hemp Restrictions and Medical Cannabis Expansion
LOS ANGELES- Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has expressed support for restricting the sale of unregulated hemp-derived THC products while advocating for the expansion of the state's medical cannabis program. In a recent opinion piece, ...
Minnesota Approves Hemp Seed Meal for Laying Hens
LOS ANGELES- The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has authorized the use of hemp seed meal in feed for laying hens, positioning Minnesota among the first states to permit this ingredient in poultry diets. Hemp ...
Vireo Growth Inc. Secures $75 Million Financing and Acquires Four Cannabis Operators
LOS ANGELES- Vireo Growth Inc. has announced a $75 million equity financing at $0.625 per share, alongside agreements to acquire four single-state cannabis operators for approximately $397 million in all-stock transactions. The acquisitions include Proper ...
Canopy USA Appoints M. Brooks Jorgensen as President
LOS ANGELES- Canopy USA, a subsidiary of Canopy Growth Corporation, has announced the appointment of M. Brooks Jorgensen as its new President. Jorgensen brings over two decades of experience in the wine and spirits industry, ...
Expanding Investment Horizons: Opportunities for Cannabis Entrepreneurs
NEW YORK-The cannabis industry is evolving, presenting fresh opportunities for entrepreneurs willing to think beyond traditional boundaries. While some cannabis-specific investors may be stepping back, there’s growing interest from wellness-focused capital, accredited investors, and innovative ...
The Rise of a New Era of Consumption: Cannabis-Infused Drinks
LOS ANGELES-Cannabis-infused beverages have rapidly gained traction in recent years as a popular alternative to traditional consumption methods such as smoking and vaping. With the increasing legalization of cannabis in the United States and other ...
Ottawa’s Psilocybin Retailers Maintain Operations Amid National Enforcement Actions
LOS ANGELES- In Ottawa, several storefronts openly selling psilocybin, the psychoactive compound in magic mushrooms, continue to operate with minimal interference from local law enforcement. This contrasts with actions in other Canadian municipalities, where authorities ...
DEA Postpones Cannabis Rescheduling Hearing to 2025
LOS ANGELES- The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has postponed its public hearing on the proposed rescheduling of cannabis under federal law. Initially scheduled for December 2, 2024, the hearing is now expected to occur in ...
What You Need to Know About Cash Flow Management
NEW YORK- Every CFO and entrepreneur in Cannabis and Psychedelics needs to know that efficient cash flow management is essential in the cannabis industry, where companies face specific financial challenges. WELCOME Back to this fresh ...
Cansortium Completes Merger with RIV Capital
LOS ANGELES- Cansortium Inc., operating under the Fluent brand, has finalized its merger with RIV Capital Inc., establishing a multi-state cannabis operator with a presence in Florida, New York, Texas, and Pennsylvania. The merger results ...
Psyence Biomed Completes $2 Million Private Placement
LOS ANGELES- Psyence Biomedical Ltd. , a biotechnology firm specializing in psilocybin-based psychedelic medicines, has finalized a private placement, securing approximately $2 million in gross proceeds. The financing involved the issuance of 1,000,000 common shares ...
Cannabis Industry Forecast for 2025: A Year of Transformation
LOS ANGELES—As the calendar turns to 2025, the cannabis industry stands on the brink of transformation. This year could mark a pivotal point, shaped by evolving policies, shifting consumer preferences, and new market opportunities on ...
Travis Ahern Named Executive Director of Massachusetts Cannabis Commission
LOS ANGELES- The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission (CCC) has selected Holliston Town Manager, Travis Ahern, as its new Executive Director. Ahern's appointment follows a comprehensive search process that began earlier this year. He was among ...
Kaya Holdings Unveils Psilocybin Therapy Series at Sacred Mushroom Center
LOS ANGELES- Kaya Holdings, Inc. a in wellness and mental health solutions, has announced an inaugural open house event for its psilocybin treatment center, The Sacred Mushroom™. The event will take place on Friday, December ...
Psyence Biomedical Regains Nasdaq Compliance
LOS ANGELES- Psyence Biomedical Ltd. (Nasdaq: PBM) has regained compliance with all Nasdaq continued listing requirements, as confirmed by the Nasdaq Hearings Panel. The company had previously requested a transfer from The Nasdaq Global Market ...
MariMed Launches Wholesale Cannabis Operations in Missouri
LOS ANGELES- MariMed Inc, a multi-state cannabis operator, has initiated wholesale operations in Missouri, marking its expansion into a sixth revenue-generating state. The company's premium product lines—including Betty’s Eddies™ fruit chews, Bubby’s Baked™ confections, Vibations™ ...
LEEF Brands Closes CAD $500K Financing Round
LOS ANGELES- LEEF Brands Inc. , a California-based cannabis extraction and manufacturing company, has successfully closed the second tranche of its private placement financing, securing an additional CAD $500,000. This follows the first tranche, which ...
FDA Restricts Psychoactive Mushroom in Edibles
LOS ANGELES- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning regarding the use of Amanita muscaria (fly agaric) mushrooms and their psychoactive compounds—muscimol, ibotenic acid, and muscarine—in food products. The FDA has ...
How to Read an Income Statement Like A Boss: Lessons from P&G
LOS ANGELES--At Procter & Gamble (P&G), we were taught to analyze financial statements with precision, breaking them down into actionable insights that link business performance to strategy. Cannabis companies can apply these same principles to ...
Aurora Cannabis Expands Distribution in Australia
LOS ANGELES- Aurora Cannabis Inc. has announced a distribution partnership between its wholly owned subsidiary, MedReleaf Australia, and The Entourage Effect, a company that provides distribution and support services to pharmacies in Australia. Under this ...
Weedmaps Founders Propose to Take Company Private
LOS ANGELES- Co-founders Doug Francis and Justin Hartfield of WM Technology, Inc., the parent company of Weedmaps, have proposed to take the company private. They offered $1.70 per share in cash for the approximately 68% ...
