Are Increased Cannabis Tax Revenues Part of the New ‘Green’ Economy?

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In the post-pandemic economy, under the Biden Administration, many Americans are wondering, "where’s the money going to come from?" Especially with large regions under COVID-19 restrictions for the better part of a year, there’s a tangible level of fiscal uncertainty in the air, even with the latest $1.9 trillion stimulus package proposed by the new president. U.S. businesses numbering in...

Silver Stem Fine Cannabis: Uncommon Flower, Uncommon Experience

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Silver Stem Fine Cannabis was one of the original pioneers in the Colorado cannabis industry and today offers a wide range of its own flower as well as marijuana-infused products for sale. The chain has been in the Colorado cannabis market for more than eleven years and is known for its unique strain selection. Headed by leading industry...

Industry Members React to USDA’s Release of Final Rule on Hemp Production

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released its final rule on hemp production. The rule, which incorporates feedback provided to the agency by farmers and hemp industry advocates, is set to go into effect March 22, 2021.“With the publication of this final rule, USDA brings to a close a full and transparent rule-making process that...

Kason Corporation, ABM Equipment Release Two Cannabis Drying System Designs

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CHICAGO – Kason Corporation and ABM Equipment together have introduced two fluid bed drying systems tailored to different levels of cannabis processing volumes. The new Biomass Drying System units are designed around the cannabis drying method deployed with the Kason VIBRO-BED system. The first is a single-stage fluid bed dryer used for smaller 1,000 pound/hour facilities; the second unit is...

One Plant Florida/Bluma Wellness Acquired by Cresco Labs

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CHICAGO – Cresco Labs  (CSE:CL) (OTCQX:CRLBF) (“Cresco Labs” or “the Company”), one of the largest vertically integrated, multistate cannabis operators in the United States, and Bluma Wellness Inc. (CSE: BWEL.U) (OTCQX:BMWLF) (“Bluma”), a vertically integrated operator in Florida, announced today they have entered into a definitive agreement (the “Agreement”) pursuant to which Cresco Labs will acquire all of the issued and...

Temp Workers Benefit Cannabis Businesses and the Economy

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The growth and resilience of the United States cannabis industry proved to be an economic bright spot in 2020. In a setting where more than 30 million Americans filed for unemployment, cannabis businesses filled tens of thousands of positions. In particular, temporary workers were in high demand as an affordable, readily available solution for businesses adjusting to new regulations...

NxGen Brands Partners with Digital Supply Chain and Blockchain Developer

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FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. – NxGen Brands Inc. (OTC: NXGB) ("NXGB" or the "Company"), is pleased to announce that it has partnered with a digital supply chain & blockchain developer to allow the Company to enter into the rapidly growing U.S. cannabis dispensary delivery services market. The partner, Bengala Technologies LLC, is a nationally recognized developer in this field located in...

Introducing Mode: The World’s First Smart Cannabis Dosing Device

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LAS VEGAS – Mode introduced its flagship product, the world’s first universal smart cannabis dosing device & companion app for 510 cannabis cartridges. Mode puts control in the hands of its users, providing a sensible approach to consumption by removing the guesswork out of dosing and helping them achieve the ideal experience every time. Mode is available for preorder...

Infused Gummies: A Sweet Opportunity

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When most people hear “gummies” and “vitamins” in the same sentence, images come to mind of The Flintstones and children’s candy. But for a growing number of wellness enthusiasts, these associations are challenged by a new generation of cannabis-infused products. In fact, the cannabis gummy market is booming. According to recent data from Grand View Research, between 2019 and 2025...

Cannabis Safety & Quality Issues First Certificate to Curaleaf, One Plant

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ST. LOUIS – Cannabis Safety & Quality (CSQ) awarded the first CSQ Certifications to Curaleaf, a leading U.S. provider of consumer products in cannabis, and Florida-based retailer, One Plant. The CSQ Certification Program and applicable standards aim to serve as protection for these brands by minimizing the risk and ensuring regulatory requirements are met from seed-to-sale. The standards were built in...