34 Arrested In San Diego Cannabis Delivery Crackdown
One year ago, the San Diego Police Department (SDPD) launched a targeted crackdown on illicit cannabis delivery services in the… Read More
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California
California was the first state to legalize medical cannabis and has grown the largest adult-use cannabis market in the world since its inception. The state of California is also home to Humboldt County and the “Emerald Triangle,” where expert growers are known for producing some of the best cannabis in the world.
California Vape Cartridge Company Issues Industry’s First Cannabis Product Recall
The Bloom Brand — a manufacturer of cannabis vape cartridges, disposable vape pens, and oil infusions — and its distributor, Greenfield… Read More
California to Block Hemp-Derived CBD From All Food Products
The California Department of Public Health’s Food and Drug Branch (CDPH-FDB) updated an FAQ last week to address food products… Read More
IndicaOnline Dispensary Point of Sale Integrates with Metrc Compliance Software
Managing cannabis compliance has been a complicated process for many marijuana retailers in medical and recreational markets. While many of… Read More
Proposal Released for California’s Permanent Cannabis Regulations
California’s Bureau of Cannabis Control (BCC) released a proposal on Friday, July 13 outlining permanent cannabis industry regulations for the state.… Read More
California Dispensaries Struggle to Find Compliant Products
California’s new testing regulations took effect July 1 and dispensaries across the state are fighting against the weight of new… Read More
California Cannabis Festivals Struggling Under New Rules
According to an East Bay Times report, California’s new cannabis rules are causing difficulties for cannabis festivals. During the first year of… Read More
California Dispensaries Offloading Cheap Product; Shortage Looms with Regulatory Transition Period Ending Sunday
On Sunday, July 1, California’s adult-use cannabis industry will undergo a major overhaul. When the industry kicked off in January,… Read More
Cy Scott: How Data Can Help Startups Navigate Emerging Cannabis Markets
It has been nearly four years since adult-use cannabis legislation took effect in Washington and Colorado, and in that time… Read More
MedMen to Buy Florida Cannabis Operator for $53M
California-based MedMen intends to buy a Florida medical cannabis operation from Treadwell Nursery in a deal worth $53 million, according… Read More
Steep Hill Offers Compliance Consulting as California Approaches July 1 Regulatory Launch
California’s adult-use cannabis marketplace opened for business in January, and although regulatory compliance has been mandatory for cannabis goods produced… Read More
California Senate Advances Bill Establishing Statewide Cannabis Banking Services
The California Senate has advanced Senate Bill 930 — a.k.a. the Cannabis Limited Charter Banking and Credit Union Law — which seeks… Read More
Los Angeles, California Cracks Down on Unlicensed Cannabis Operators; 160 Arrested
A crackdown on unlicensed commercial cannabis locations in Los Angeles, California yesterday resulted in 160 arrests and 36 criminal cases… Read More
California Lawmakers Kill Cannabis Bills as Session Winds Down; 7 Remain
Editor’s update: A previous version of this article indicated incorrectly that the delivery-focused bill outlined below had already been rejected… Read More
State Regulators, Canna Operators and Testing Experts Gather to Evaluate the Cannabis Industry at the Canna West Summit
After three successful Cannabis Compliance Summits on the east and west coasts, Infocast is proud to announce the return of… Read More
Feds Tell California Brewer to Cease CBD Beer Production
The federal Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau have ordered a California brewery to cease production of their CBD-infused… Read More
Class Action Lawsuit Filed Against Xzibit-Owned Vape Cartridge Company in California
A class action lawsuit against vape cartridge manufacturer Brass Knuckles has been filed in California which alleges breach of warranty,… Read More
Creating Pro-Forma Financial Statements for Your Cannabis Business
Part of being an entrepreneur is having to wear many hats. As a business owner, you’re also the head of… Read More
California Bureau of Cannabis Control Proposes Extension of Emergency Cannabis Regulations
The California Bureau of Cannabis Control has proposed the state readopt and extend the current, emergency cannabis industry regulations. Previous… Read More
Doug Esposito: Business Insurance for the Cannabis Industry
Doug Esposito is the Cannabis Practice Leader for Owen-Dunn Insurance Services, a Sacramento-based shared partners brokerage. In the following interview,… Read More
California Raises $60.9M from Cannabis Taxes; Lower than Projected
California has raised $60.9 million in cannabis sales through the first quarter of 2018, after recreational cannabis sales began on… Read More
Report: California Cannabis Industry Spending Record Amounts on Political Campaigns
During the 2015-2016 campaign cycle, cannabis companies, advocates, and entrepreneurs donated at least $1.8 million to California political campaigns in… Read More
Scotts Miracle-Gro CEO Says California’s ‘Botched Legalization’ Forcing Company to Cut Staff, Restructure
Scotts Miracle-Gro CEO Jim Hagedorn said that the company is going to have to cut staff and restructure the company… Read More
Kushy Punch and “The Nightmare” Make Boxing History: First Canna-Business to Sponsor Title Contender
Carson, Calif. (April 30, 2018) — Kushy Punch, a premium cannabis brand, proudly announces its partnership with VANES “THE NIGHTMARE ” MARTIROSYAN… Read More