As marijuana delivery services continue to rise in popularity, the state of New York recently released guidance for adult-use retailers that are interested in providing delivery services. This sets the stage for the first sales even before licensees have storefronts — allowing for deliveries via bikes and scooters, as well as motor vehicles. Expand Your Cannabusiness Beyond Recreational … [Read more...] about New York Releases New Rules for Marijuana Delivery Services
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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
Biden Signs Marijuana Research Bill
President Joe Biden has officially signed a marijuana research bill into law, making history by enacting the first piece of standalone federal cannabis reform legislation in U.S. history. Clearing the House in July and the Senate in November, the Act is aimed at providing federal support to facilitate research of cannabis and its potential health benefits, according to Tobacco … [Read more...] about Biden Signs Marijuana Research Bill
The Results Are In: Cannabis Ballot Voter Responses
As election day came and went, a number of propositions and initiatives were placed on ballots in certain states to allow residents to vote on major decisions concerning marijuana. Leaf Retailer has all of the latest ballot updates to keep our readers informed about the cannabis industry. Arkansas Issue 4 The Marijuana Legalization Initiative The measure would have legalized … [Read more...] about The Results Are In: Cannabis Ballot Voter Responses
NY Dispensary Insurance 101: How to Protect Your Cannabusiness
The cannabis industry is constantly evolving, especially in New York. Back in July, the Cannabis Control Board (CCB) approved the initial conditional adult-use licensing rules and accepted a mockup of the application form — a significant milestone for the industry. On August 25, the New York marijuana regulators office began accepting applications for a month’s trial of the state’s first … [Read more...] about NY Dispensary Insurance 101: How to Protect Your Cannabusiness
New Bill Could Help Hemp Farmers Ship Directly to Consumers
A new bill was filed mid-September that is intended to help small marijuana growers compete against large corporations when cannabis is federally legalized, proposing to give them the ability to ship and sell products directly to consumers within and across state lines. Helping Small Farmers & Producers The “Small and Homestead Independent Producers (SHIP) Act” is designed to minimize … [Read more...] about New Bill Could Help Hemp Farmers Ship Directly to Consumers
Idaho Prohibiting Pet CBD Product Sales
The state of Idaho is set to ban the sale of pet CBD and other hemp-derived products beginning November 1, 2022.“Safe levels of hemp and hemp-derived products in animal feed have not yet been established under federal or state law. As such, these products are not approved feed ingredients and cannot lawfully be added to or incorporated into commercial feed. This includes feeds, treats, and … [Read more...] about Idaho Prohibiting Pet CBD Product Sales
President Biden to Pardon Marijuana Offenses
With President Biden pardoning thousands of marijuana holders convicted at the federal level the first week of October, this takes a visible step toward legalizing aspects of an industry that currently suffers over-taxation, no business protections such as the ability to declare bankruptcy, and heavy and disparate compliance burdens. This amounts to the most extensive White House action taken to … [Read more...] about President Biden to Pardon Marijuana Offenses
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
Everything You Need to Know About the 2023 Farm Bill
The 2018 Farm Bill was revolutionary for the cannabis industry, but also left many unanswered questions on the regulatory framework, making the market a ‘wild west’ full of many unsafe products. The lack of regulation means safety standards are up to CBD companies, but how are consumers able to tell the good guys from the bad guys? At a recent House Agriculture Subcommittee meeting, advocates … [Read more...] about Everything You Need to Know About the 2023 Farm Bill