From Anchorage to the end of the world: 8 impressive Alaska dispensaries
Checking in on New York’s legal cannabis market with BDSA
From Anchorage to the end of the world: 8 impressive Alaska dispensaries
Checking in on New York’s legal cannabis market with BDSA
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ICYMI: This week in weed news 2/24
Friday’s arrived and we’ve got another roundup of the week’s top headlines.
Family ayrlooms: Gen 5 Labs’ evolution from apple orchards to cannabis beverages
Most cannabis brands aren’t attached to a mainstream business that dates back more than 100 years. But Gen 5 Labs’ ayrloom brand is just that. Here’s the scoop.
Nike John would like to thank you for flying with The Heritage Club
Being both young and Black, Boston’s Nike John is part of two groups sorely underrepresented in dispensary ownership – and she doesn’t take it lightly.
BDSA cannabis insights: A closer look at the infused pre-roll category
Infused pre-rolls have seen a boost in sales across multiple markets. BDSA breaks it down further, examining the ins and outs of the infused pre-roll category.
Best in the northwest? NW Leaf Bowl highlights top players in Washington weed
Northwest Leaf has occupied local dispensary news stands for as long as I can remember. So when I got the opportunity to attend the inaugural NW Leaf Bowl, I was eager to see just what this magazine had to offer. Here’s the full recap.
ICYMI: This week in weed news 2/17
It’s Friday already and we’ve got another round of cannabis news you may have missed. From new dispensary openings to steps toward equity, here are some of this week’s top headlines.
Notable newsmakers: The hottest cannabis brands of 2022, according to earned media
As brands and cannabis PR agents well know, it’s tough to get media coverage. Which cannabis companies are winning this race? Pioneer Intelligence shares the data.
From Anchorage to the end of the world: 8 impressive Alaska dispensaries
We haven’t been keeping a close watch on beautiful Alaska. So, here are eight Alaskan dispensaries doing fascinating things in The Last Frontier.
Twitter becomes the first major social media platform to allow cannabis advertisements
It’s a big day for cannabis marketers. Effective immediately, social media giant Twitter will allow cannabis companies to advertise for CBD, THC, and cannabis-related products like delivery services, testing labs, and grow technology in the United States.
8 biblically-correct Valentine’s Day cannabis products
You’ve heard of biblically-correct angels — now get ready for biblically-correct Valentine’s Day cannabis products.
ICYMI: This week in weed news 2/24
Friday’s arrived and we’ve got another roundup of the week’s top headlines.
Family ayrlooms: Gen 5 Labs’ evolution from apple orchards to cannabis beverages
Most cannabis brands aren’t attached to a mainstream business that dates back more than 100 years. But Gen 5 Labs’ ayrloom brand is just that. Here’s the scoop.
Nike John would like to thank you for flying with The Heritage Club
Being both young and Black, Boston’s Nike John is part of two groups sorely underrepresented in dispensary ownership – and she doesn’t take it lightly.
BDSA cannabis insights: A closer look at the infused pre-roll category
Infused pre-rolls have seen a boost in sales across multiple markets. BDSA breaks it down further, examining the ins and outs of the infused pre-roll category.
Best in the northwest? NW Leaf Bowl highlights top players in Washington weed
Northwest Leaf has occupied local dispensary news stands for as long as I can remember. So when I got the opportunity to attend the inaugural NW Leaf Bowl, I was eager to see just what this magazine had to offer. Here’s the full recap.
ICYMI: This week in weed news 2/17
It’s Friday already and we’ve got another round of cannabis news you may have missed. From new dispensary openings to steps toward equity, here are some of this week’s top headlines.
Notable newsmakers: The hottest cannabis brands of 2022, according to earned media
As brands and cannabis PR agents well know, it’s tough to get media coverage. Which cannabis companies are winning this race? Pioneer Intelligence shares the data.
From Anchorage to the end of the world: 8 impressive Alaska dispensaries
We haven’t been keeping a close watch on beautiful Alaska. So, here are eight Alaskan dispensaries doing fascinating things in The Last Frontier.
Twitter becomes the first major social media platform to allow cannabis advertisements
It’s a big day for cannabis marketers. Effective immediately, social media giant Twitter will allow cannabis companies to advertise for CBD, THC, and cannabis-related products like delivery services, testing labs, and grow technology in the United States.
8 biblically-correct Valentine’s Day cannabis products
You’ve heard of biblically-correct angels — now get ready for biblically-correct Valentine’s Day cannabis products.
8 products with festive holiday marketing strategies
It’s the most wonderful time of the year…to analyze festive marketing strategies. Here are eight limited-edition drops or holiday-centric items that caught our attention this season.
Kind cannabinoids: How Polite is redefining functional wellness products
The BIPOC and women-owned brand Polite launched right before the pandemic. Since then, they’ve made some serious progress. Here’s how the team is redefining functional wellness.
Changing the game with reefer robots: Nohtal Partansky of Sorting Robotics
From NASA-JPL to automating the cannabis industry, Nohtal Partansky has been busy building the future. Here we discuss all things Sorting Robotics.
The fantastical realm of Falcanna: How one Washington brand took flight overseas
From growing in an airstream closet to cannabis clubs in Spain, Falcanna has had a long thirteen years. And they’re just getting started.
High fashion? Cannabis brands expanding their reach with apparel
A merch line can take cannabis brands to the next level and to new territories. Here’s how four companies are using apparel to expand their reach.
Bootstraps and buckwheat: How Cannassentials became a quintessential Oregon brand
Cannassentials is truly a quintessential Oregon cannabis brand. Felisa Rogers checked out their facility recently, taking in the sights and smells of the humble farm. Here’s what she saw.
From craft cocktails to weed mocktails: How Warren Bobrow of Klaus reinvented cannabis in a can
Warren Bobrow fell in love with cannabis long before he took his first sip of alcohol. But when talent with mixing earned him the moniker, “The Cocktail Whisperer,” alcohol took center stage in his career. Not anymore.
Sinister sounds and a smoking lounge: Welcome to the Patterson Inn
Paranormal-curious visitors and haunted house enthusiasts will love Colorado’s Patterson Inn, a spooky hotel that accomodates cannabis use.
Limited edition, long payoff: How artist collaborations can bolster cannabis brand identity
How can a brand stand out in a sea of well-designed products? For some, artist collaborations can help strengthen brand identity.
Mendocino made: Wood Wide High Craft on staying true to their legacy roots
The old-school growers behind Wood Wide High Craft stay true to their legacy roots, while growing some of the best weed in town. Here’s their story.
BDSA cannabis insights: Beyond distillate, top trends in cannabis vape inputs
What are the latest trends in the cannabis vape sector? BDSA breaks it down.
Comparing concentrates: BDSA’s top pricing trends in the dabbable category
How is the concentrates product category holding up? We’ve got BDSA’s top data-driven insights on pricing trends in the dabbable concentrate category.
Shopping for cannabis properties: Inside the secret economy of used canna-real estate
Looking to buy used? This article identifies some of the extra hoops and steps for savvy canna-real estate shoppers looking to lower COGS and protect scalability.
What’s going on in the Alaska cannabis market?
Alaska’s been in the cannabis game since the early days, but we don’t hear about it often. What’s going on with the state’s industry now? Here’s our overview.
Checking in on New York’s legal cannabis market with BDSA
Most of the industry was waiting with bated breath for the Empire State to officially start its adult-use market. How’s it doing now? BDSA investigates.
BDSA to start tracking New York cannabis retail sales
New year, new markets to analyze. Cannabis market research firm BDSA has announced the launch of its New York retail sales tracking.
What’s in store for 2023? Insiders share their cannabis industry predictions
With 2022 behind us, we asked industry insiders to give us their 2023 predictions. Here’s what they told us.
BDSA brand insights: Top brands to watch in the Missouri cannabis market
Now that the sticky icky is finally legal in the Ozark State, we’d like to look at some of the brands to watch as Missouri heads towards adult-use sales, covering rising players across the edible, flower, preroll, vape and dabbable subcategories.
Top 10 hottest Oklahoma cannabis brands
What are the hottest brands in Oklahoma? Pioneer Intelligence gives us the top 10.
BDSA brand insights: Top brands to watch in the Maryland cannabis market
Which brands are leading the way in the Maryland market? BDSA’s got the data. Here are their picks for top brands to watch.
ICYMI: This week in weed news 1/27
Well, we can’t say it’s been a slow week in cannabis news. Between massive layoffs and more acquisitions, it’s no surprise if you weren’t keeping up with all of the headlines. Here’s a quick roundup to keep you in the know.
Dutchie sues Akerna over barriers of entry to the Pennsylvania market
Dutchie is pulling out the legal tools against one of its competitors, Akerna Corp., alleging that the Colorado-based company is engaging in unfair business practices.
ICYMI: This week in weed news 1/20
Another week has passed and with it came many interesting cannabis news headlines. Didn’t have time to check out every new development? Don’t fret. We’ve rounded up the top headlines from this week in weed.
Missouri cannabis regulators create new chief equity officer role
Will the Show-Me state get social equity right? Voters approved recreational cannabis in Missouri back in November. Now, the state is in search of a chief equity officer.
ICYMI: This week in weed news 1/13
Friday already? It’s been another busy week in cannabis, so we’ve rounded up the top headlines to keep you in the know. Here’s what you may have missed in this week’s cannabis news:
Connecticut cannabis updates: Sales begin tomorrow, thousands of minor convictions erased
It’s a big month for cannabis in Connecticut. Recreational sales are set to begin in the state tomorrow, and nearly 44,000 minor cannabis convictions were erased at the beginning of the month.
BDSA to start tracking New York cannabis retail sales
New year, new markets to analyze. Cannabis market research firm BDSA has announced the launch of its New York retail sales tracking.
The 1937 Group launches incubator program to bring more social equity license holders to Illinois
Illinois’ first minority-owned and vertically-integrated cannabis company is starting the new year strong with an incubator program.
Trulieve reaches settlement with OSHA following employee death
Trulieve has found a way to settle their investigation and drop the fine against them for causing a worker’s death.
Merry marketing: Cannabis retailer Emjay to deliver weed from Santa Claus
Santa Claus is coming to town–and he’s got the goods. Cannabis delivery service, Emjay, began offering deliveries from couriers dressed as Santa Claus this Monday and will continue the festivities through December 24th.
New product roundup: Summer 2022
Summer’s coming to an end which means it’s time for a new product roundup! From thoughtful branding of flower and pre-rolls to so-called rare cannabinoids, here are six new cannabis products that stood out to us this summer.
Winning in cannabis retail: Top tips from BDSA’s Basket Analytics
What’s the latest on consumer purchasing habits? BDSA shares their basket analytics to help retailers position themselves for success. Here’s what they have to say from data collected in California.
Too much of a good thing? One-third of Toronto cannabis retailers expected to close within the next year
Can Toronto keep up with the number of weed stores lining its streets? Apparently not. Experts are predicting one-third of Toronto’s retailers to close in the next year.
Green Sentry acquires MedMen Florida for $63 million
MedMen is saying goodbye to The Sunshine State after Green Sentry acquired the company and all of its assets for $63 million. Here’s what the cash deal means for the future of the two companies.
BDSA cannabis retailer insights: Top trends in pack size and purchasing
What are the latest trends in package sizes and purchasing habits? BDSA takes a look at their Retail Sales Tracking data to get a clearer idea. From disappearing half-grams to a surge in bulk buying, here’s what we learned.
BDSA’s top cannabis consumer insights for 2022
With more than 50% of surveyed adults saying they’ve consumed cannabis in the past six months, it’s clear that we’re reaching a new era of consumption. Here are some interesting consumer insights from our partners at BDSA.
Farm to table: 253 Farmacy takes Massachusetts cannabis to the next level
Craft cannabis is a luxury good that’s beyond the reach of many everyday people. But if you find yourself at 253 Farmacy, prepare to witness the miracle of premium cannabis being sold for and by working people.
Tribal dispensary tour: a look inside Washington’s native cannabis businesses
Buckle up! We’re going on a tribal dispensary tour. Washington is home to twenty-nine federally-recognized tribes, several of which have entered the cannabis industry. Let’s explore.
5 cannabis beverages appealing to summertime consumers
Summer is a crucial time for cannabis beverage companies to build brand loyalty with customers seeking a different kind of drink experience. Here are five brands effectively marketing to summertime consumers.
How brands and retailers are leveraging 7/10 to drive sales
4/20’s favorite cousin is almost here! With 7/10 around the corner, here are some brands and retailers that are nailing the holiday marketing with clever marketing tactics that build anticipation.
