Maryland Cannabis

More than a year after Maryland legalized recreational cannabis, the state’s illicit market remains active. The transition from medical-only to adult-use retailers, facilitated by a ballot referendum, was designed to curb illegal sales. Lawmakers crafted regulations and taxes based on...

The Cannabist Company Holdings Inc. (Cboe CA: CBST) (OTCQX:CBSTF) (FSE: 3LP), formerly Columbia Care, announced on Thursday the expansion of its partnership with a lifestyle cannabis brand Old Pal into New Jersey with new products launching in Maryland and Virginia. "This partnership is not only...

There’s been some interesting developments in the cannabis regulatory landscape this days. Here are a few. Minnesota Missed A Spot When it comes to regulating cannabis, you never know where the incongruence is going to appear. Minnesota’s pardons and record clearing have created a...

Maryland Governor Wes Moore announced the launch of the Cannabis Workforce Development Program, the first such initiative developed and administered by a cannabis regulatory agency in the nation.  The program, which will prioritize individuals with a history of cannabis-related offenses, is...

Maryland’s burgeoning adult-use cannabis industry has demonstrated its economic potential, with the state collecting over $14.6 million in sales tax revenue from January to March 2024, according to Comptroller Brooke E. Lierman. This marks a slight increase from the previous quarter’s...

In an interview with the Washington Post published on Sunday, Maryland Governor Wes Moore (D) said he'll issue the mass pardon on Monday morning. The timing was chosen carefully to coincide with this week's Juneteenth holiday that commemorates the ending of slavery in the United States. "I'm...

Despite an overall decline in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) across the cannabis industry, a few states are bucking the trend, showcasing growth and resilience. Recent data from Viridian Capital Advisors provides a comprehensive view of this dynamic sector, highlighting intriguing patterns for...

As Maryland's cannabis market matures, it offers valuable insights for states like Ohio preparing to launch recreational sales. Pablo Zuanic of Zuanic & Associates highlights Maryland's stability, competitive landscape and market dynamics as a potential model for other states....

Wedbush Securities released a report on Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (OTC: CURLF), the largest U.S. cannabis company by market cap, raising the stock's 12-month price target to $7.00 from $6.00 and maintaining a buy recommendation (Outperform rating). Key Financials And Rating Curaleaf's market...

In an exclusive interview, Christine Smith, founder and CEO of Grön Edibles, provided an in-depth look at the economic dynamics of operating a cannabis edibles brand across various states. 2024 marks a significant year for Grön, with expansion into multiple U.S. markets...

Cannabis education is slowly moving toward acceptance in medical schools as scientific research has grown exponentially over the past several years. Simultaneously, there's a crucial need for more knowledgeable medical cannabis experts nationwide as the stigma around the plant fades and its...

In a recent sector analysis by Pablo Zuanic of Zuanic & Associates, key trends across four Eastern states are dissected to understand the brand landscape of the cannabis market. Zuanic navigates through the evolving dynamics of the cannabis industry, providing valuable insights into brand...

The Cannabist Company Holdings Inc. (OTCQX:CBSTF) (FSE: 3LP) is expanding its partnership with Revelry Herb Co., an artisan-quality flower and pre-roll brand launched by the creators of Revelry Supply. The expansion into the Maryland, Ohio, Pennsylvania and New York markets follows a recent...

SunMed Growers, a Maryland cannabis producer, announced a partnership with Jim Belushi and Belushi’s Farm on Monday, marking Belushi's brand debut in in the state. The collaboration promises high-quality, sustainable cannabis, cultivated under full-spectrum sunlight. Events featuring Jim...

The Maryland General Assembly has advanced a bill designed to curtail the extent of local government's power in dictating the placement of new cannabis dispensaries. This legislation, aimed at forestalling excessively stringent zoning regulations by counties, marks a pivotal moment as Maryland...