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Two organizations linked to North Dakota medical cannabis companies have contributed the bulk of the funds to New Economic Frontier, the campaign spearheading the cannabis legalization initiative in the state, the North Dakota Monitor reports. The Secretary of State’s Office announced on Monday the question will appear on November ballots.   Pure Dakota Health, which operates a chain of three medical cannabis dispensaries in the state, has contributed about $247,000 in regular and in-kind donations to the campaign, according to campaign finance reports outlined by the Monitor, while GR Holding OH-ND LLC, a company associated with multistate cannabis company Curaleaf, donated…

The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission (CCC) issued fines on Thursday to Curaleaf and Ascend Wellness — two of the state’s largest cannabis companies — for self-reported improper pesticide use and record-keeping violations, The Boston Globe reports. Regulators fined Ascend Wellness $85,000 for failing to comply with the state’s track-and-trace system which is supposed to keep track of all cannabis products produced and/or manufactured in the state, from seed to sale. The error ultimately left about 900 cannabis products that could not be tracked by regulators. “Ascend is fully committed to adhering to the regulations set forth by the CCC and…

Ohio cannabis dispensaries with provisional dual-use licenses, which allow operators to conduct both medical and adult-use sales, sold more than $11.5 million worth of adult-use cannabis products during the first five days of legal sales, according to data from the Ohio Division of Cannabis Control. The dual-use licenses were issued earlier this month and licensees were permitted to begin adult-use sales starting August 6. Five days later, cannabis retailers posted 138,466 receipts for the week totaling more than $11.5 million. Additionally, dispensaries sold about $1.9 million worth of medical cannabis products during the same time period, WKYC reports. Kathleen Olivastro,…

Six years after Canada legalized marijuana sales nationwide, a new government report shows that daily or near-daily use rates by both adults and youth have held steady. Meanwhile, the vast majority of consumers now say they obtain cannabis legally, with only 3 percent of respondents reporting purchasing from illicit sources. By comparison, in 2019—a year after shops opened—16 percent reported buying marijuana from an illegal source. Health Canada, the country’s national health agency, announced the results of its 2024 Canadian Cannabis Survey on Friday. The polling was conducted from April into early July of this year and included responses from…

Just seven of Missouri’s 24 social equity cannabis dispensary applicants had their licenses approved by officials. The other 17 dispensary license winners were found ineligible by the Division of Cannabis Regulation (DCR) for “failure to provide adequate documentation” that the licensee met the criteria, according to the agency’s October 10 report.   Another 15 of the 33 wholesale licenses needed to create cannabis cultivation facilities were also deemed ineligible. In all, less than half – 25 of the 57 licenses – were certified by the agency.  Licenses that were unable to be certified are subject to revocation, the report states, but those…

Some people want to reap the fantastic benefits of the cannabis plant but don’t want to feel high or experience feeling disoriented or confused, but the good news is that CBD Flowers are widely available these days and are also legal in many places. According to the latest estimates, there are roughly 500 compounds inside the Hemp plant, although most of these compounds are yet to be researched or understood fully. One compound that is well known and very popular is CBD – short for Cannabidiol. CBD, whether in the form of oil, softgels, flowers, etc., is one of the…

As a mediator specializing in cannabis-related conflicts, I’ve witnessed firsthand the increasing need for Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in this rapidly evolving industry. With three-quarters of Americans now living in states where recreational or medical marijuana use is legal, the landscape of potential disputes has expanded dramatically. Currently, 24 states and the District of Columbia have legalized recreational marijuana, while 14 states permit its use for medicinal purposes. Yet cannabis with more than .3 percent THC by dry weight remains illegal under federal law. This has created a complex legal environment, ripe for controversy. Participants in the cannabis industry deal…

Curaleaf dispensaries in Arizona are selling election-themed flower strains representing the Republican, Democratic, and Green Party candidates for U.S. president, FOX 10 Phoenix reports. The strains are called Kamala Kush, for Democratic candidate Vice President Kamala Harris; Donald OG, for Republican candidate and former President Donald Trump; and Space Jill for Green Party candidate Jill Stein.   In an interview with FOX 10, Curaleaf representative Luke Flood, said “This is a fun industry and we tried to have as much fun as possible with this from an ideation side of things.”  “So all three are testing right now around 29.5%.…

Two different polls in Florida are in disagreement regarding the fate of Amendment 3, the state’s cannabis legalization amendment that is set to appear before voters this November. If approved, Amendment 3 would add the legalization of adult-use cannabis to the state’s Constitution and would allow current medical cannabis dispensaries to sell adult-use products. One poll by Florida Atlantic University found a 56% majority of registered voters said they plan to vote yes on the initiative to legalize adult-use cannabis. Because the initiative calls for a constitutional amendment, however, the measure requires at least 60% support to pass. Meanwhile, 29%…

In today’s crowded e-commerce landscape, businesses are constantly evaluating ways to streamline their operations and reach more customers. Two popular options are dropshipping and marketplace platforms. This guide will explore the advantages and challenges of dropshipping vs marketplace models, examining which might be a better fit for various types of ecommerce business. If you’re considering whether to launch a dropship model or become part of a marketplace platform, here’s what you need to know to find your competitive edge. What Is Dropshipping? Dropshipping is a fulfilment method where you sell products without handling the inventory directly. Instead, you partner with…