What Features Make a Cannabis Retailer Reputable?
If you’re like most Americans, you might have mixed feelings about cannabis. Most adults living today grew up in a time period in which the words “cannabis”, “marijuana”, and “hemp” resulted in suspicion or even fear. Today, though, there’s a more relaxed stance taken on this herb, and in some states, purchasing and owning cannabis […]
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Legal vs. Illegal Dispensaries: What to Look For
With the legalization of marijuana, U.S. cities are seeing a rise in both legal and illegal dispensaries. One of the biggest differences between a legal cannabis dispensary and an illegal one is the quality of the product. In January 2020, the Bureau of Cannabis Control in California tested products from 45 illegal dispensaries and cannabis […]
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How to Start a CBD Business
The sales of CBD products are booming, with products available in various industries such as health and wellness, beauty and food sectors. For the entrepreneur, starting a CBD business could prove to be a lucrative choice in today’s market. But, before you decide to launch a CBD startup, it is important you understand the risk […]
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CBD e-Commerce Sales Boom After Retail Closures
It should come as no surprise to learn that the CBD industry has exploded over the last two years. Retail outlets popped up across the nation, both in small towns and large cities. Even entrepreneurs took advantage of a new niche and opened dedicated CBD shops, and small unsuspecting shops such as gas stations and […]
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Insurance Coverage Is Essential in Hemp Industry Amidst Uncertain Times
With its relatively new status as a legal agricultural product, hemp growers are subject to the same risks and liabilities as other farmers. While the crop itself is highly regulated, the market for products is not, and growers, manufacturers, and distributors bear the responsibility for the quality of the goods sold to consumers. This has […]
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How Will COVID-19 Affect the Cannabis Industry?
COVID-19 has changed the landscape for many businesses. The cannabis industry is navigating new realities from the amount of sales to insurance product changes. Industry professionals are keeping a close eye on the market as states walk the line of reopening economies. While there are particular concerns within the industry, there are also some possible […]
Read moreWhat You Need to Know About Workers’ Comp in the Cannabis Industry
Since Vermont became the first state to legalize recreational marijuana in 2018, several more states have followed suit, and the result is a booming industry raking in over $1 billion in annual revenue in the U.S. alone. The backbone of this industry is its workers. Like any other agricultural job, workers in the cannabis industry […]
Read moreNew Cannabis Products Hitting The Market This Year
In the U.S., the legalization of cannabis for recreational purposes has been rolling across the country. Cannabidiol (CBD) has been decriminalized at the federal level and, as of January of 2020, recreational marijuana is legal in 11 states, plus the District of Columbia. More states are destined to follow suit. The cannabis plant contains several […]
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Cultivating Hemp Crops the Green Way
Farmers choosing to grow hemp crops are often mindful of the plant’s environmental benefits over more traditional commodity crops using conventional methods of cultivation. Hemp sequesters more carbon than other plants, carbon that is then locked up in the process of creating manufactured goods. Industrial hemp farms produce a significant volume of biomass, thus extracting […]
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Senate Passes COVID-19 Relief Act for Hemp Farmers
In December of 2018, hemp became a legal commodity crop in the U.S., giving the hemp retailer and hemp farmer the same protections awarded to traditional agricultural businesses under the Farm Bill. Under the law, farmers are provided monetary relief when crop failures occur due to natural disasters. However, the disaster relief programs historically offered […]
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