Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) has been working to finalize a bill that will end federal cannabis prohibition. This long-anticipated Senate bill was supposed to be introduced back in April, but Democratic leadership said the timeline is being extended as they continue to work out various provisions “with the assistance of nearly a dozen Senate committees and input from numerous … [Read more...] about Schumer’s Marijuana Legalization Bill Delayed to Finalize Provisions
Top Selling Cannabis Brands for Summer 2022
Sometimes finding the right cannabis brand can be a bit daunting, especially in an unregulated industry with so many different companies out there. If you are just getting started selling in the industry, or have been for a while and are just looking for some new products to offer in your store, Leaf Retailer has your back. Here are some of our favorite brands with top-selling merchandise your … [Read more...] about Top Selling Cannabis Brands for Summer 2022
Kadenwood CEO Shares Behind-the-Scenes Sales Growth
The hemp-based cannabidiol (CBD) industry is exploding at a breakneck pace — CBD is expected to grow into a $7.8 billion industry in 2022. One illustration of this explosive growth is CBD manufacturer Kadenwood Inc., who recently announced a retail distribution milestone of CBD products available in over 22,000 stores, including Kroger, Publix, Vons, Albertsons, Wegmans, Food Lion, Pavilions, and … [Read more...] about Kadenwood CEO Shares Behind-the-Scenes Sales Growth
Normalizing THC in a Hemp-Saturated Industry
Currently, adult-use marijuana is only legal in 18 states. While medical marijuana is legal in 37 states, consumers need to apply for a medical marijuana card, which differs from state-to-state and can be a lengthy process. This makes it difficult for more than half of the U.S. population to get their hands on cannabis. For those who want more than just CBD or hemp, Jim Higdon, Co-founder … [Read more...] about Normalizing THC in a Hemp-Saturated Industry
New Research Discovers Two Non-Cannabinoid Molecules Inside Cannabis Plant
Cannabis is made up of over 120 known compounds, including terpenes, flavonoids, and the part that elicits the “high” effects: THC. The majority are known as cannabinoids, but amazingly, researchers still do not know what every compound does — but there has been a major advancement. One research innovator, Juva Life, just made a breakthrough discovery in finding two non-cannabinoid molecules … [Read more...] about New Research Discovers Two Non-Cannabinoid Molecules Inside Cannabis Plant
How to Market Your Brand on TikTok
Marketing on TikTok has become one of the most effective ways to build brand awareness and bring all different kinds of products to life. Recently, Cannabombz, a CBD company, saw a spike of 50x its normal daily sales after posting one single TikTok. With more than 689 million monthly active users, there is still an evergreen opportunity for cannabis brands to make their products viral and interact … [Read more...] about How to Market Your Brand on TikTok
Cannabis Dispensary Merchandising Display Trends for 2022
First impressions matter for retailers across the board, especially if you are running a cannabis dispensary. As the owner or manager of your dispensary, one of the first things you want to do is make your shop feel unique, calm, clean, and impressively immaculate. When it comes to successful merchandising for your dispensary, business owners should start with the basics by considering … [Read more...] about Cannabis Dispensary Merchandising Display Trends for 2022
Best States to Start a Cannabis Business
With the proposed Marijuana Legalization Bill on the horizon, this could unlock many opportunities for small business owners. In order to help aspiring entrepreneurs maximize their chances for long-term prosperity, we analyzed the pros and cons of starting a cannabis business in multiple different cities across the U.S. Here are the top cities based on location and rental prices: California … [Read more...] about Best States to Start a Cannabis Business
Creating a High Experience for the Modern Cannabis User
Consumers are constantly on the hunt for new experiences. Whether it be in store or online, they have been spoiled with new and exciting experiences — leaving retailers scrambling to keep up or create something even better. Columbia Care decided to take user experiences to a whole new level and unveiled an advanced remodel of its retail brand called Cannabist. A first-of-its-kind dispensary, … [Read more...] about Creating a High Experience for the Modern Cannabis User
Hot Categories at the Connecticut Cannabis Expo
Get ready for two cannabis events rolled into one — the Connecticut Cannabis Business Convention & Consumer Expo will be the highlight of the month. Taking place May 21-22, 2022 at the Earth Convention Center at Mohegan Sun in Connecticut, this is the hot spot for cannabis enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and the general public to enjoy a trade event. Presented by XpoCanna Cannabis … [Read more...] about Hot Categories at the Connecticut Cannabis Expo