Retailing

Cannabis beverages are stepping into the spotlight while alcohol consumption rapidly falls as Americans rethink their drinking habits. A new report forecasts U.S. cannabis drink sales will reach $2.8 billion by 2028, growing nearly seven times faster than alcohol. From infused seltzers to low-dose tonics promising relaxation or recovery, innovation is bubbling across the category as health-conscious and budget-minded consumers seek alternatives to traditional beer, wine, and spirits.

Halloween goes high-end this year, with cannabis and hemp brands summoning limited-edition products, haunting events, and collectible strains that captivate consumers and inspire retailers. Whether you’re curating shelves or just chasing chills, these eerie delights offer both thrills and ROI for operators who know how to merchandise the moment.

Shrinkage is one of the most persistent threats to cannabis retail profitability — and most losses don’t come from smash-and-grabs, but from preventable internal breakdowns in procedure. The most reliable defense isn’t heavier locks or more cameras; it’s well-designed SOPs that hard-wire accountability into each step of operations. From cash handling to inventory transfers and close-of-day reconciliation, disciplined procedures create visibility, reduce human error, and deter misconduct. When paired with the right technology, SOPs move loss prevention from reactive damage control to proactive protection.

For a limited time, Cova is offering new retailers free hardware valued at $1,100 when they launch with its award-winning POS platform—built for reliability, compliance, and growth.

In the heart of downtown Cleveland’s entertainment district, where neon signs and live music pulse through the city’s veins, Klutch Cannabis has opened what...

Retailers are rewriting the cannabis marketing playbook. By integrating community, events, and digital strategy, they're winning trust and boosting long-term growth.

Alta New York combines elevated design with family legacy to create a dispensary experience rooted in heritage, hospitality, and community impact in the heart of Manhattan.

Infused joints and multipacks are stealing the spotlight this summer as brands lean into flavor, convenience, and consistency — proving pre-rolls are no longer an afterthought, but a powerhouse.

In a city where rewriting the rules is par for the course, Gotham has found plenty of kindred spirits. The female-founded concept store recently...

A new wave of hemp-derived THC beverages is disrupting the cannabis industry and winning over mainstream consumers. As regulatory gaps widen and retail access expands, cannabis brands are tapping into the booming infused drink market—no dispensary required.