No-Till Farming Pays Dividends

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No-till farming incorporates principles from biology, botany, horticulture, organic farming, soil science, and traditional agriculture. This eco-friendly approach reduces greenhouse gas emissions and waste generation while providing crops with a natural growing environment. With no plowing required, farms save on labor and equipment costs associated with tillage. Cultivators also save on nutrients and water with more organic matter and...

Americans Distrust Big Tobacco, Alcohol, and Pharma for Cannabis Policy

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BOSTON - American adults don’t want large industries like tobacco, alcohol, and pharmaceuticals to shape cannabis policy. That’s according to a recent study by the Parabola Center for Law and Policy, a nonprofit, nonpartisan think tank comprised of legal professionals and drug policy experts advocating for cannabis legalization. The survey, titled “American Values and Beliefs About Marijuana Legalization,” was...

Green Horizons Cultivation Facility Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

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Green Horizons celebrated the opening of the first phase of its one million square foot state-of-the-art cultivation campus in Coachella, California on May 16, 2024. This first phase is expected to produce 35,000 lbs. a year of premium sun-grown cannabis at a disruptive low-cost basis.  Guest of honor Fiona Ma, California State Treasurer, representatives from Coachella Mayor Steven Hernandez’s office...

Kush Queen Bridal Collection Launch Photo Gallery

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Kush Queen's founders, Olivia and Michael, are getting married. Their impending nuptials inspired the new product line launched on May 5, 2024, at the Irie Restaurant and Lounge in West Hollywood, California. The Bridal Collection offers a unique gifting set for wedding celebrations with infused bath bombs, gummies, flower and live hash rosin-infused olive oil. According to attendees, the venue,...

Personalizing Dispensary Sales with Artificial Intelligence

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Integrating recommendation platforms driven by artificial intelligence (AI) changes the game for retailers, allowing them to leverage data to enhance the customer experience and drive business growth. AI-powered platforms are revolutionizing the way consumers discover, purchase, and enjoy products while simultaneously empowering retailers to optimize operations and foster customer loyalty. From improving store efficiency to encouraging deeper connections between...

MJ Attaché — Cannabis Business Profile

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Denver-based MJ Attaché is a designer and developer of high-quality, handmade Italian leather bags and accessories for the stylish cannabis connoisseur. Cleverly crafted by hand in the hills of Tuscany for the cache and carry of cannabis and accoutrement, every bag and accessory offers a luxury experience. The company's flagship bag, The Anthony, is the first of its kind...

Maximizing Yields with Low-Stress Training

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Like bonsai techniques, low-stress training (LST) involves bending the apical main stem and branches to direct their shape. This training technique ultimately allows cultivators to expose different parts of the plant to direct light and airflow, naturally encouraging the production of additional large colas. What is low-stress training? Low-stress training is any method of plant training that doesn't overly stress a...

What Cannabis Brands Can Learn about Advertising from the World’s Largest Companies

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Continuous advertising is crucial for any any brand, and those in the cannabis sector are no exception. In a rapidly expanding market with increasing competition and complex regulations, advertising plays a vital role in distinguishing brands, educating consumers, and building trust. These principles apply universally, and it's important to think big when crafting advertising and marketing strategies. If you want...

3 Smart Money Moves for Cannabis Industry Professionals

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The world of finance can feel like a bit of a wild ride for professionals working in the cannabis space. Because of the unique challenges tied to handling money associated with the industry, customized financial solutions are key to feeling comfortable and protected while also making the most out of your wages.  One of the trickiest challenges for industry professionals...

Cannabis Industry Reacts to Rescheduling Proposal

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WASHINGTON – Whether it’s a silver bullet, a monumental disappointment, or an inch toward something resembling progress, the cannabis industry’s mixed public opinions about rescheduling remind us how much is at stake for stakeholders, especially in areas that impact far more than the balance sheet. After months of rumors and speculation about the decision, on Thursday the Department of Justice...