With recreational cannabis sales beginning on January 10 in Connecticut, RISE Dispensary in Branford celebrated the launch with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, a steel drum band, and treats for all guests to enjoy. Previously known as Bluepoint Wellness of CT, it is only one of the nine dispensaries opening for adult-use sales in the state. A Long-Awaited Celebration for Connecticut “This … [Read more...] about Connecticut Dispensary Makes Grand Debut for Recreational Sales
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Connecticut Launches First Recreational Cannabis Sales
Today marks the launch of Connecticut’s first recreational cannabis sales. Licensed hybrid retailers may begin selling marijuana products to all adults 21 and over beginning no earlier than 10am, or as local zoning permits. Turning Over A New Leaf While sales are currently limited to ¼ ounce of flower, or its equivalent, per transaction, this is a huge step forward for Connecticut. The … [Read more...] about Connecticut Launches First Recreational Cannabis Sales
Companies Gaming the Connecticut Cannabis License Lottery
As a way to introduce recreational marijuana dispensaries in the state, Connecticut has a lottery system in which applicants must pay a lottery fee and submit an application to be included. A report from the Hartford Business Journal is raising eyebrows after stating that the companies competing for a license submitted hundreds of applications to increase their odds at winning. In September, … [Read more...] about Companies Gaming the Connecticut Cannabis License Lottery
How Connecticut’s Adult-Use Cannabis Sales are Progressing
After recreational marijuana became legal in Connecticut on July 1, 2021, both consumers and cannabis business owners alike have been sitting on the edge of their seats to see when residents can begin purchasing adult-use merchandise legally. Unfortunately, retail sales will likely not begin until at least the end of 2022 and many facets of the law are still being determined. What is in … [Read more...] about How Connecticut’s Adult-Use Cannabis Sales are Progressing
How to Open a Cannabis Dispensary
With marijuana legalization continuing to sweep the nation, cannabis dispensaries are popping up like weeds. Recreational cannabis is currently legal in 20 states, and if federal legalization actually passes, there will be a plethora of opportunities to open up your very own dispensary and cash in on the weed boom. The fact of the matter is that entering the legal cannabis industry can be … [Read more...] about How to Open a Cannabis Dispensary
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