The California State Fair gets on board with cannabis
Top ten hottest cannabis brands in Michigan
Quick hits with BDSA: The products stoners use
BDSA Brand Insights: Five THC chocolate brands to watch
What to know about Minnesota’s current stance on legalization
The California State Fair gets on board with cannabis
Top ten hottest cannabis brands in Michigan
Quick hits with BDSA: The products stoners use
BDSA Brand Insights: Five THC chocolate brands to watch
What to know about Minnesota’s current stance on legalization
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The California State Fair gets on board with cannabis
What comes to mind when you think of a state fair? Fried Twinkies? Blue ribbon pigs? Journey? You probably don’t think of dank nugs. But that’s about to change.
Top ten hottest cannabis brands in Michigan
Today we look at the single state brands and smaller MSOs (three states or less) that are creating a buzz with Michigan consumers.
Quick hits with BDSA: The products stoners use
After so much time spent courting new demographics, maybe it’s time to honor the stalwart consumers. Kelly and George break down the numbers on frequent consumers and high tolerance users, aka stoners. George admits he is one…
Vicente Sederberg offers free online review to help cannabis companies comply with environmental standards
“In most cases, noncompliance with environmental regulations is likely unintentional and stems from a lack of in or out-of-house personnel with experience in EHS law,” said Marc Ross, co-chair of Vicente Sederberg’s newly launched environment health and safety (EHS) practice.
Clemency, Biden! Weldon Angelos rallies celebrities and legal scholars to demand action
He joined forces with legal scholar Erik Luna to petition President Biden to pardon all those serving time for a nonviolent marijuana offense. Signatories include celebrities such as Drake, Killer Mike…
Green Dragon rolls out long-awaited cannabis delivery in Colorado
Green Dragon today announced the launch of its new cannabis retail delivery service in Aurora, Colorado. Green Dragon was recently acquired by Eaze and aims to…
Ganja Grrrls: Ladies of Paradise and their femme-forward allies are energizing the industry
Cree McCree talks with Jade and Harlee of Ladies of Paradise on femme-forward branding, dance party marketing, and the women who are transforming the industry.
BDSA Brand Insights: Five THC chocolate brands to watch
The gummy may still be queen of the edibles, but chocolate is seeing impressive sales growth. Here’s BDSA’s picks for five powerhouse chocolate brands.
Virginians can legally buy bud for the first time today
Virginia’s limited medical law went into effect October of 2020. The state may have been slow to jump on the weed train, but they’ve been speeding along since.
Talking retail and expansion strategy with Seun Adedeji of Elev8
Seun Adedeji had $50,000 and a dream when he started planning his entrance into the cannabis industry. Now he’s at the helm of a retail MSO with plans for further expansion.
The California State Fair gets on board with cannabis
What comes to mind when you think of a state fair? Fried Twinkies? Blue ribbon pigs? Journey? You probably don’t think of dank nugs. But that’s about to change.
Top ten hottest cannabis brands in Michigan
Today we look at the single state brands and smaller MSOs (three states or less) that are creating a buzz with Michigan consumers.
Quick hits with BDSA: The products stoners use
After so much time spent courting new demographics, maybe it’s time to honor the stalwart consumers. Kelly and George break down the numbers on frequent consumers and high tolerance users, aka stoners. George admits he is one…
Vicente Sederberg offers free online review to help cannabis companies comply with environmental standards
“In most cases, noncompliance with environmental regulations is likely unintentional and stems from a lack of in or out-of-house personnel with experience in EHS law,” said Marc Ross, co-chair of Vicente Sederberg’s newly launched environment health and safety (EHS) practice.
Clemency, Biden! Weldon Angelos rallies celebrities and legal scholars to demand action
He joined forces with legal scholar Erik Luna to petition President Biden to pardon all those serving time for a nonviolent marijuana offense. Signatories include celebrities such as Drake, Killer Mike…
Green Dragon rolls out long-awaited cannabis delivery in Colorado
Green Dragon today announced the launch of its new cannabis retail delivery service in Aurora, Colorado. Green Dragon was recently acquired by Eaze and aims to…
Ganja Grrrls: Ladies of Paradise and their femme-forward allies are energizing the industry
Cree McCree talks with Jade and Harlee of Ladies of Paradise on femme-forward branding, dance party marketing, and the women who are transforming the industry.
BDSA Brand Insights: Five THC chocolate brands to watch
The gummy may still be queen of the edibles, but chocolate is seeing impressive sales growth. Here’s BDSA’s picks for five powerhouse chocolate brands.
Virginians can legally buy bud for the first time today
Virginia’s limited medical law went into effect October of 2020. The state may have been slow to jump on the weed train, but they’ve been speeding along since.
Talking retail and expansion strategy with Seun Adedeji of Elev8
Seun Adedeji had $50,000 and a dream when he started planning his entrance into the cannabis industry. Now he’s at the helm of a retail MSO with plans for further expansion.
Top ten hottest cannabis brands in Michigan
Today we look at the single state brands and smaller MSOs (three states or less) that are creating a buzz with Michigan consumers.
Ganja Grrrls: Ladies of Paradise and their femme-forward allies are energizing the industry
Cree McCree talks with Jade and Harlee of Ladies of Paradise on femme-forward branding, dance party marketing, and the women who are transforming the industry.
BDSA Brand Insights: Five THC chocolate brands to watch
The gummy may still be queen of the edibles, but chocolate is seeing impressive sales growth. Here’s BDSA’s picks for five powerhouse chocolate brands.
Michael Spremulli on the high cost of turnover and what to look for when hiring in the cannabis space
Hiring the wrong people costs money. Michael Spremulli talks the hidden costs of turnover and the most important core trait for cannabis industry employees.
Beyond competition: How women in the industry are lifting each other up
There’s a lot of talk about the cannabis industry being dominated by white men, but Erin Gore and other female entrepreneurs are networking to change that.
MJBI new product roundup: Summer 2021
As more brands crowd the playing field, it takes greater creativity to get attention. But the cannabis industry has creativity in spades. From high science to high camp, this summer’s marketing strategies were all over the map. Here’s a handful of products that stood out to us.
Wana is using AI to harness the power of terpenes and create better edibles
The Boulder-based edible manufacturer will be combining these cutting-edge terpene formulas with THC, CBD, and minor cannabinoids to create edibles that better induce sleep, relieve anxiety, or elevate mood.
Five of the highest-performing infused pre-roll brands
BDSA ranks top selling infused pre-rolls in various markets, including California, Colorado, Arizona, and Oregon.
Oregon’s top ten hottest homegrown brands
Oregon is a weed powerhouse with a powerful legacy. And Oregonians know their weed and tend to look into the pedigree of growers and brands. So…
Why “stoner” shouldn’t be a dirty word and how brands are courting high tolerance consumers
Maybe we should forget about the “cannacurious” for a minute and think about our best customer–the heavy user. Alex Halperin talks to the brands that aren’t afraid to admit that people who buy weed want to get high.
Top ten hottest cannabis brands in Michigan
Today we look at the single state brands and smaller MSOs (three states or less) that are creating a buzz with Michigan consumers.
Quick hits with BDSA: The products stoners use
After so much time spent courting new demographics, maybe it’s time to honor the stalwart consumers. Kelly and George break down the numbers on frequent consumers and high tolerance users, aka stoners. George admits he is one…
BDSA Brand Insights: Five THC chocolate brands to watch
The gummy may still be queen of the edibles, but chocolate is seeing impressive sales growth. Here’s BDSA’s picks for five powerhouse chocolate brands.
Quick Hits with BDSA: THC Beverages & Booze
George Jage of MJ Unpacked and Kelly Nielson of BDSA dive deep into THC beverages and booze, including to what extent the categories compete, why the Canadian cannabis beverage industry is a step ahead of the US, the latest in dosage trends, big alcohol moving into the cannabis space, exciting new products, and more.
When it comes to consumer preference, the comparison between medical and adult-use markets may surprise you
While cannabis undoubtedly provides relief to a wide variety of conditions, there’s also truth to the assumption that medical patients also consume for non-medical reasons. BDSA compares consumption preferences across markets.
What to know about Minnesota’s current stance on legalization
In a supposedly progressive state where science and research programs are top notch, why the antiquated stance on cannabis? Mell Green reports from Minneapolis.
Beyond competition: How women in the industry are lifting each other up
There’s a lot of talk about the cannabis industry being dominated by white men, but Erin Gore and other female entrepreneurs are networking to change that.
Struggling with the labor shortage? “Canna Get a 2nd Chance” could be a solution to two major industry problems
Canna Get A 2nd Chance is just the first of what Anthony Alegrete and Brandon Mitchell hope will become a nationwide series of cannabis career fairs.
Five of the highest-performing infused pre-roll brands
BDSA ranks top selling infused pre-rolls in various markets, including California, Colorado, Arizona, and Oregon.
Hope and opportunity in Mississippi
When the Mississippi Supreme Court struck down Initiative 65 in May, the justices vetoed the will of the people. Here’s what actually happened, and a look at why Mississippi could be an incredibly lucrative market.
The California State Fair gets on board with cannabis
What comes to mind when you think of a state fair? Fried Twinkies? Blue ribbon pigs? Journey? You probably don’t think of dank nugs. But that’s about to change.
Vicente Sederberg offers free online review to help cannabis companies comply with environmental standards
“In most cases, noncompliance with environmental regulations is likely unintentional and stems from a lack of in or out-of-house personnel with experience in EHS law,” said Marc Ross, co-chair of Vicente Sederberg’s newly launched environment health and safety (EHS) practice.
Clemency, Biden! Weldon Angelos rallies celebrities and legal scholars to demand action
He joined forces with legal scholar Erik Luna to petition President Biden to pardon all those serving time for a nonviolent marijuana offense. Signatories include celebrities such as Drake, Killer Mike…
Green Dragon rolls out long-awaited cannabis delivery in Colorado
Green Dragon today announced the launch of its new cannabis retail delivery service in Aurora, Colorado. Green Dragon was recently acquired by Eaze and aims to…
Virginians can legally buy bud for the first time today
Virginia’s limited medical law went into effect October of 2020. The state may have been slow to jump on the weed train, but they’ve been speeding along since.
The latest on the battle to overturn Washington’s residency requirement
Should states be allowed to require that cannabis licensees, including investors, live within their borders? Leif Utne investigates the situation in Washington state.
Industry pioneer Jesce Horton joins advisory board of MJ Unpacked
MJ Unpacked co-founder George Jage was enthusiastic about Horton’s decision to join the MJ Unpacked advisory board, calling LOWD “one of the most powerful brands in the industry” and praising Horton’s extensive advocacy work.
Struggling with the labor shortage? “Canna Get a 2nd Chance” could be a solution to two major industry problems
Canna Get A 2nd Chance is just the first of what Anthony Alegrete and Brandon Mitchell hope will become a nationwide series of cannabis career fairs.
Poseidon will host virtual cannabis pitch forum to connect companies with investors
Venture capital firm Poseidon will be hosting Poseidon GreenShoots™ Pitch Forum, a 90-minute virtual cannabis pitch forum to connect top-performing companies with accredited investors, on August 31st, 2021.
Hope and opportunity in Mississippi
When the Mississippi Supreme Court struck down Initiative 65 in May, the justices vetoed the will of the people. Here’s what actually happened, and a look at why Mississippi could be an incredibly lucrative market.
Talking retail and expansion strategy with Seun Adedeji of Elev8
Seun Adedeji had $50,000 and a dream when he started planning his entrance into the cannabis industry. Now he’s at the helm of a retail MSO with plans for further expansion.
Michael Spremulli on the high cost of turnover and what to look for when hiring in the cannabis space
Hiring the wrong people costs money. Michael Spremulli talks the hidden costs of turnover and the most important core trait for cannabis industry employees.
How to sell “The Silent Generation” on cannabis products
Is your dispensary in an area with a significant elderly population? Are you interested in reaching new markets? Generational expert Chuck Underwood explains how to market cannabis to older folks.
What can dispensaries do to keep cannabis packaging out of the landfill?
Packaging waste is a big issue in the cannabis industry, but these companies and organizations are coming up with creative solutions to deal with the problem.
The compliance headache: the steps some brands are taking to simplify the process
Compliance can be particularly tricky for businesses that operate in multiple states with multiple and different sets of rules. While the promise of federal legalization might seem to offer a solution, compliance experts say that cannabis businesses should be prepared for an upheaval.
What’s next? A SKYMINT Catalog?
In a sign of the times, SKYMINT has transformed an old Sears location into a flagship dispensary. The store is SKYMINT’S third location in Coldwater, Michigan, and its 15th in the state.
California’s HERBL is on a path to national expansion
HERBL has built a scalable infrastructure that serves more than 850 California retailers. With the acquisition Blackbird, HERBL is expanding into Nevada and Mike Beaudry says that’s just the first step.
How to apply generational strategies to the cannabis industry
Chuck Underwood, a pioneer in the field of generational studies, lays the foundation for understanding how to apply the discipline to the cannabis industry at both the brand and retail levels.
30 below: Twelve young innovators who are rocking the industry
Cannabis is a young industry in more ways than one. So is youth an advantage as a cannabis entrepreneur? Short answer: sometimes.
Trulieve shows true support of Pride and the LGBTQ+ community
What’s the best way to celebrate Pride? Trulieve has some ideas. The largest cannabis company in Florida today announced its Pride month products and initiatives.
