The legal market has been hampered by confusing regulations, high taxes and decisions by some communities to ban cannabis shops.
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Epilepsy patients navigate a murky, unregulated CBD market
Despite promising results, physicians are reluctant to advise patients on over-the-counter cannabidiol because they can’t be sure what’s in the bottles.
Colorado’s cannabis industry prepares for tough times
Analysts say businesses are starting to feel the effects of inflation and fears of a looming recession.
New York’s first legal cannabis crop sprouts under the sun
With the state’s first legal sales coming soon, 203 hemp farmers get a head start over big indoor growers.
Maine’s marijuana industry booming no thanks to banks
Owners must use cash and other workarounds as a reluctant financial industry worries about federal retribution
New York mayor won’t be ‘heavy-handed’ on illicit cannabis sales: ‘Enjoy yourself, light up’
Eric Adams directs authorities to steer illegal sellers toward the state’s soon-to-launch legal market.
Cannabis-fueled town considers new name: ‘Kush’
Citing Napa Valley’s association with wine, a marijuana industry executive sees potential for tiny Moffat, Colo.
Germany moves ahead with plan to legalize cannabis sales
Lawmakers will hold hearings with international experts before drafting legislation.
Thailand makes cannabis legal, but smoking discouraged
With an ideal growing climate, the country sees economic benefits for farmers. It’s the first nation in Asia to decriminalize the drug.
‘Gifting’ cannabis now carries $1,000 fine in Connecticut
Officials complain of thousands attending unregulated events since marijuana was legalized last year.