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From Anchorage to the end of the world: 8 impressive Alaska dispensaries
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Pioneer Intelligence dropped a list of the top cannabis brands on social media and the results might surprise you
Surviving social media? Despite tight regulations in and beyond Zuckerberg’s...
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Comparing concentrates: BDSA’s top pricing trends in the dabbable category
How is the concentrates product category holding up? We've got...
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Checking in on New York’s legal cannabis market with BDSA
Most of the industry was waiting with bated breath for...
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THC on Tap: Why cannabis beverages aren’t more popular
US cannabis beverage sales comprise a small percentage of the ingestible cannabis market (6% of 2019 sales), and a tinier share of the overall market. But that may be changing. Experts predict exponential growth in sales over the next few years.
Retail Insights: Green Dragon on the move
Green Dragon co-CEO Alex Levine shares the secrets to his company’s success in the cannabis industry. Steady, methodical growth has been the key for Denver-based Green Dragon’s quick path to profitability. When Green Dragon …
Virginia Co the latest cannabis company to change name due to disturbing historical associations
In this year of social justice reckoning, the popular Washington state cannabis brand Virginia Co became the latest in a slew of companies that are changing their branding due to concerns over offensive names or logos. But just how bad was The Virginia Company?
What social equity? The latest on the Illinois licensing scandals
Multiple scandals disrupt Illinois social equity lottery, which should award extra points to applications from companies that are majority owned by a person with a cannabis-related arrest on their record and other qualifications. But applicants allege that…
Trend Watch: Fast-acting edibles and the future of CPG
The lowdown on fast-acting THC and CBD edibles: how they work, what’s out there, and why they’re the next big thing. Drew Hathaway, senior food scientist at Stillwater, and Mike Hennesy of Wana…
Report from Oregon: Evacuation is complicated by cannabis regulations
Evacuation is complicated by protocol issued by the OLCC, which prohibits the transfer of cannabis products to unlicensed spaces. Those fortunate enough to be able to move their product to a licensed refuge must track their movements via the official cannabis…
Talking innovation and fast-acting edibles with Mike Hennesy of Wana Brands
If you’ve ever walked into a dispensary, Wana likely needs no introduction. Founded in 2010, the brand quickly rose to prominence in Colorado and has since expanded into nine states, with additional markets in the works. Here’s their director of innovation on how to stay ahead of the pack.
What millennials and boomers have in common
The boomer generation may have its foibles, but we can thank the olds for making pot smoking a major American pastime. So it’s no real surprise that boomers are still smoking a lot of pot. But Verilife’s 2020 survey on cannabis use shows surprising similarities in preferences–across generations.
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What does it take to make it big in the cannabis industry? We ask Wana’s Nancy Whiteman
When Nancy Whiteman was a pot-smoking teenager, she never dreamed...
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Family ayrlooms: Gen 5 Labs’ evolution from apple orchards to cannabis beverages
Most cannabis brands aren’t attached to a mainstream business that...
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Nike John would like to thank you for flying with The Heritage Club
Being both young and Black, Boston's Nike John is part...
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From Anchorage to the end of the world: 8 impressive Alaska dispensaries
We haven't been keeping a close watch on beautiful Alaska....
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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.
Is consistency an overrated virtue in retail? Ryan Brown of Groundworks on how to scale an authentic consumer experience
Is consistency really key? Ryan Brown of Groundworks shares his expertise on all things consumer experiences.
Legacy of ambition: Happy Munkey celebrates five years with a rebrand
Few brands represent the swagger and hustle of the New York’s legacy cannabis culture quite like Happy Munkey. We catch up with Vlad Bautista to talk rebrands, the future of cannabis, and what Happy Munkey’s up to next.
6 sour gummy edibles that stand out from the rest
With modern technology, cannabis companies can create a basically unlimited variety of edibles to catch consumers’ attention. Sour gummies are no exception. Here are six that stand out from the rest.
Oregon’s SugarTop Buddery is a retro ode to art, music, and good smoke
With the vintage 70s flair of their trademark packaging, SugarTop Buddery has earned a reputation as one of Oregon’s most stylish brands. Holly Devon talks to the team about their good smokes.
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