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Cannabis Business Times is owned by GIE Media, based in Valley View, Ohio. CBT’s mission is to help accelerate the success of legal cannabis cultivators by providing actionable intelligence in all aspects of the business, from legislation, regulation and compliance news to analysis of industry trends, as well as expert advice on cultivation, marketing, financial topics, legal issues and more.

CBT focuses strictly on the business of legal cannabis for medical and recreational use and aims to provide timely information—through its website, e-newsletter, mobile app, print magazine and annual conference—to help the reader make timely, informed decisions to help them run their businesses better and more profitably. In 2018, Cannabis Business Times was named Magazine of the Year by the American Society of Business Publication Editors.

DEA Approves Marion McNabb as Expert Witness for Cannabis Rescheduling Hearing

The doctor in public health will testify as a proponent for reclassifying cannabis to a Schedule III drug under the Controlled Substances Act.

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Klutch Cannabis to Rebrand Dispensaries, Launch Cookies Products in January 2025

The vertically integrated Ohio operator is focused on creating a unified experience while also offering globally recognized genetics.

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6 Cannabis Industry Legal Cases, Policy Reforms and Trends to Watch in 2025

2024 was another busy and interesting year of legal and political developments for cannabis. Here are some key issues and must-watch cases for the year ahead.

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Agrify Closes Sale of Cultivation Business

The move further simplifies the company’s business model and balance sheet.

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Delaware’s Top Cannabis Regulator Resigns Amid Adult-Use Rollout

Rob Coupe, whose public service career spans 40 years, stepped down two weeks after awarding dispensary licenses but before the state’s sales launch.

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The Cannabist Co. Expands New Jersey Footprint With Dispensary Opening in Mays Landing

The company’s third dispensary in New Jersey began serving medical patients on Dec. 30, 2024, with adult-use sales to follow.

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Attorney General, DEA Director, Judge Under Federal Court Summons Over DEA Marijuana Policy

Despite the DEA’s policy, MMJ International is moving forward with the FDA on cannabis drug development for Huntington’s disease.

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New York’s Medical Cannabis Sales Figures Go Unsung in 2024

The state’s 32 medical cannabis dispensaries eclipsed nine figures for the year, pushing the state’s combined sales total close to $1 billion for 2024 alone.

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Wisconsin Governor Proposes Allowing Citizen-Initiated Ballot Measure to Legalize Cannabis

Democratic Gov. Tony Evers is including the proposal in his state budget as Republican state lawmakers continue to lock horns on medical cannabis reform.

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The Hemp Co. by Curaleaf Celebrates Dry January With Debut of 2.5 mg Select Zero Proof Hemp Seltzer, New Flavors

Select Zero Proof Seltzer, infused with naturally derived hemp THC extract, is now shipping across the country in a new 2.5-milligram option with new flavors.

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California Cannabis Operators Face New Obstacles in 2025 as Governor Touts Seizures

Gavin Newsom called an operation in East Oakland ‘proof’ of the state’s dedication to regulated businesses, but licensing hurdles and tax hikes persist.

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Terrapin Opening 1st Pennsylvania Dispensary in Bellefonte

The independent medical cannabis grower/processor will host a grand opening on Jan. 9 for its retail facility.

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iAnthus Acquires Lifestyle Vape Brand ‘Cheetah’ for $1.5 Million

The transaction advances iAnthus' commitment to brand innovation while providing multistate expansion for Cheetah's product portfolio.

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Top 10 Articles of 2024: Farm Bill, Ohio Legalization, Rescheduling Lead CBT’s Coverage

Here’s a roundup of Cannabis Business Times’ most-viewed stories that readers did not want to miss out on from the past year.

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3 Questions to Ask When Diagnosing Cannabis Plant Health Issues

Knowing the pattern, distribution, and timeline of a problem can guide you to the proper solution.

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The Top 10 Best-Selling Flower Strains in California in 2024

There’s a repeat champion with 37% of consumers saying California’s most popular cannabis cultivar helps with stress.

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Cannabis’s Cybersecurity Threat

As ransomware attacks have spiked, and following Stiiizy’s recent data breach, cannabis businesses’ vulnerability has become more conspicuous. Here’s what cannabis professionals can do to protect their data.

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Bat Poop Fatalities, Farm Bill Extension Lead CBT’s Top Stories in December

Illinois legislation to regulate hemp products, the DEA’s subpoena blunder and Minnesota’s unknown launch were among the most-read articles this month.

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MariMed Commences Wholesale Operations in Missouri

This latest expansion increases MariMed’s revenue-generating operations to six states.

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How Much Does an Ounce of Cannabis Flower Cost Entering 2025?

Depending on location and market maturity, some state dispensaries charge more than quadruple the price of others on average.

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