Shai Ramsahai grew up immersed in the cannabis industry under the guidance of his father, Boy Ramsahai, who founded Royal Queen Seeds (RQS) in 2009. From an early age, the younger Ramsahai marinated in the dynamic world of the plant at industry conferences across Europe and while sitting at his father’s side during corporate meetings. The experiences laid the...

LUCK RANCH, Texas – Legendary musician and cannabis advocate Willie Nelson and his wife, Annie D’Angelo Nelson, will host a Cannabis Community Zoom call aimed at rallying support for Vice President Kamala Harris, emphasizing the importance of cannabis reform in America. The virtual event, hosted from Nelson’s Luck Ranch, will feature Academy Award winner Whoopi Goldberg, rising star Brittney...

Located just off Interstate 95 in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, Mother Earth Wellness is doing its part to define the connoisseur experience for New England’s cannabis consumers. With a sleek design, top-shelf products, and the only dispensary drive-thru window on the East Coast, the one-of-a-kind shop attracts everyone from the cannacurious to sophisticated shoppers from across the region by providing...

The cultivation sector is poised for significant growth with cannabis legalization on the ballot in multiple states this year. If 60 percent of Florida voters approve adult-use legalization in November—an outcome some pollsters anticipate—the state could see 24,000 new jobs.  Elections and potential rescheduling aside, the cannabis sector is on track to support 800,000 jobs by 2028, nearly doubling the...

WASHINGTON -- A partnership of industry-leading hemp beverage manufacturers, supply chain partners, and alcohol retailers and distributors launched the Coalition for Adult Beverage Alternatives (CABA). The organization will educate and influence federal legislation through a clear code of operating conduct and sensible manufacturing and marketing regulation prioritizing consumer safety. The coalition represents a unified voice across key stakeholders in hemp...

NEW YORK – On November 14, Vice President Harris’ presidential campaign announced a plan to create and expand economic opportunities for Black men in the United States, including provisions to federally legalize marijuana and ensure Black men can benefit from regulated markets. This is important because marijuana criminalization and targeted enforcement have disproportionately harmed Black men, stealing wealth from Black...

Cannabis brands face fierce competition to secure shelf space and consumer loyalty. The key to success lies not just in creating quality products, but also in providing value to retail partners. My vice president of marketing recently wanted to discontinue selling one of the newer brands our dispensary carries. When I asked her why, she stated the brand had little...

NEWARK, NJ – National Retail Solutions (NRS), a leading provider of point-of-sale (POS) solutions for independent retailers, donated $4,000 to Bentley University's La Cultura Latina. La Cultura Latina is a student organization dedicated to celebrating Latinx culture and heritage, fostering inclusivity, and providing a safe and supportive space for students on campus. “At NRS, we are committed to supporting organizations that...

Public relations (PR) and marketing are distinctly separate activities. Understanding how these public-facing initiatives naturally converge, overlap, and complement each other is critical in shaping public perception and driving business growth. When new business owners or even experienced stakeholders confuse these strategic actions and fail to leverage the strengths of both properly, they set themselves up for inefficient resource...

LINCOLN, Neb. -- Regulating medical cannabis will benefit Nebraska patients and generate over $925 million in new economic activity for local communities according to research from Vicente LLP, a nationally-recognized law firm and leader on cannabis law and policy. Together, Initiative 437 and Initiative 438 will establish legal protections for patients and their caregivers and create a safe and regulated...