premises management for cannabis businesses

Premises Management for Cannabis Businesses

Establishing a strong community relations plan can help a cannabis Premises management is important for any business, but it is especially important for cannabis businesses. It is vital for owners to maintain their property because buildings that are run down or appear neglected often become targets for crime. Businesses are especially at risk when they have valuable products and large …

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Texas Cannabis Updates: 2021

While Texas has seen multiple cannabis bills fail in previous years, the 87th Legislative Session has a few notable bills that have been gaining traction. The proposed bills aim to expand the state’s medical cannabis program, reduce penalties for cannabis possession, and increase research into cannabis, hemp, psilocybin, and other potentially beneficial drugs. With the session’s end on May 31, many Texas …

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Community Relations for Cannabis Businesses

Establishing a strong community relations plan can help a cannabis business improve brand awareness and is sometimes required by law. Cannabis community relations plans can also aid in breaking down negative stereotypes that may still exist and can help a business improve its image within a community. A community relation plan is comprised of the steps that companies take to …

Opportunities in the Psilocybin Industry

Opportunities in the Psilocybin Industry

Psilocybin is a developing industry in the United States and around the world. While psilocybin remains illegal in most areas, recent years have seen its decriminalization, and in some areas legalization. Psilocybin is beginning to become popular in developed nations such as Canada and the U.S. and many are comparing the potential of the psilocybin industry to that of the …

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Opportunities in the Moroccan Cannabis Market

Although cannabis is illegal in the country, the Moroccan cannabis market is actually quite large. Cannabis is most commonly consumed in the form of hashish, a cannabis resin, which is often smoked through pipes or hookahs. Cannabis usage may officially be illegal, but behind closed doors its use is often tolerated. Moroccan Cannabis Laws The Moroccan cannabis market has a …

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Social Equity Programs (SEP) – A Path to Success Part 2

As cannabis legalization spreads, many states are coming up with their own social equity programs. Social equity programs have been established in recreational cannabis markets like California, Illinois, Massachusetts, and Michigan aim to benefit those who have been disproportionately harmed by the enforcement of cannabis prohibitions. Although not every state has established a social equity program, it’s likely that these programs will become more widespread in the …

European cannabis markets

European Cannabis Markets

Like many other continents, cannabis legalization has been spreading through Europe. Countries like the United Kingdom, Italy, and Germany, among many others, have legalized medical cannabis. Access to medical use cannabis has been increasing as support for cannabis’ medicinal values grows. Though recreational uses remain illegal in most countries, many countries, like the Netherlands, have decriminalized the use of cannabis. As countries continue to change their cannabis laws, it is likely that changes are coming …

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California Cannabis Expansion

Following a sweep of victories in the 2020 elections, the cannabis industry in California is about to add multiple new cannabis businesses. The majority of the 35 reported cities/counties voted in favor of cannabis measures on the ballot, issuing in a wave of California cannabis expansion in 2021.  Although a majority of the approved ballot measures are for cannabis-related taxes, this is oftentimes an indicator …

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The Origin of 420

Today is one of the most celebrated dates in the cannabis industry. On 420, also known as Weed Day, people around the world get together to appreciate cannabis. Although most people have probably heard the phrase 420 or know about the holiday, many are unsure about the meaning and origin of 420. While there are multiple theories into the origin …

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Creating a 420 Security Plan

420 is widely regarded as the biggest holiday in the cannabis industry with people throughout the world celebrating their appreciation of the industry. Most events have gone virtual due to the pandemic, and events such as the Couchlocked 420 Comedy Special hosted by Berner from Cookies and the “World’s Biggest Virtual 420 Celebration,” Higher Together, presented by Weedmaps are each attracting large audiences.  Dispensaries …