Freshly harvested cannabis plants hang upside down to dry in a forest clearing, illustrating regenerative farming practices in Northern California’s Emerald Triangle.

Regenerative Cannabis Farming Blossoms in the Emerald Triangle

In the cultivation world, a quiet, nostalgic revolution is taking root. The trend revives ancient practices in order to shape a more sustainable, soulful...
Cannabis industry professionals attending an insurance workshop presentation, highlighting rising insurance premiums and market challenges in 2025.

Cannabis Companies Struggle with Soaring Insurance Costs in 2025

Cannabis companies are grappling with soaring insurance costs in 2025, facing rising premiums, reduced availability, and strict underwriting. Many operators find themselves without adequate protection, as insurers grow increasingly cautious due to regulatory complexities and high-risk perceptions.
Woman posing in retro attire with a cannabis beverage in her hands

Cannabis-Infused Beverages Bubble Up in Popularity

Infused beverages are on the rise, blending nostalgic flavors with fast-acting cannabis formulations. As consumer interest grows, these best-selling drinks are making waves in both regulated and unregulated markets.
Advanced paper production facility showcasing large-scale machinery used in the manufacturing of lightweight and sustainable paper for packaging and rolling products.

Paper Innovations Transform Cannabis Products and Packaging

Paper is having a moment in the cannabis industry. From ultra-thin sheets to innovative packaging solutions, paper has evolved rapidly to play a crucial...
Humboldt Family Farms Blue Dream hash-infused pre-roll packaging designed by CannaCarton, displayed on a bed of blueberries.

How Cannabis Packaging Is Evolving Amid Trade Turmoil and Cost Pressures

Packaging is an essential part of the supply chain and often serves as consumers’ first consideration in purchasing decisions. Beyond communicating brand identity, packaging...
Two individuals unloading boxes from a delivery van behind a cannabis storefront, symbolizing distribution networks referenced in the DEA’s 2025 report on illicit marijuana trade.

DEA Alleges Chinese and Cartel Gangs Control U.S. Cannabis Trade

WASHINGTON – International crime syndicates have “taken control of” the legal cannabis industry, according to a Drug Enforcement Administration report released in May. By...
Modern bar area at The Artist Tree Cannabis Lounge in Hawthorne, California, featuring sleek turquoise tile, brass accents, and curated shelving with art and cannabis accessories.

The Artist Tree Elevates Cannabis Culture with Art and Community

The Artist Tree Hawthorne blends cannabis, creativity, and community in a stylish lounge setting that celebrates local art and culture.
Challenges in maintaining 401(k) plans for cannabis companies amid shifting financial regulations

How Cannabis Businesses Can Navigate 401(k) Uncertainty

The cannabis industry has long operated on the fringe of mainstream business, and recent developments regarding 401(k) plans underscore the ongoing struggles in this...
Illustration of a chaotic courtroom scene filled with anthropomorphic birds, symbolizing legal and financial turmoil, fitting for the bankruptcy challenges faced by the cannabis industry.

The Cannabis Industry and Bankruptcy Relief

The Controlled Substances Act (CSA), 21 U.S.C. §§ 801-971, is a federal law that makes manufacturing, distributing, or dispensing marijuana a crime. Despite the...
In The Flow Chemmy Jones cannabis flower in a clear glass jar with white lid designed and manufactured by Sana Packaging, displayed outdoors on a mossy rock.

Cannabis Packaging Solutions: Design, Compliance, and Sustainability

Packaging designed to make first impressions last Packaging is an eternal puzzle, especially in heavily regulated industries and even more especially when those industries are...

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