By Joanne Cachapero Variscite’s attorney said the injunction could be over tomorrow, but the state would rather litigate. In September, a Michigan man filed suit against the state of New York alleging the state’s licensing requirements for cannabis retail businesses discriminate against out-of-state applicants, based on an obscure piece of constitutional interstate … [Read more...] about Michigan Man’s Suit Blocks Licenses for NY Dispensaries
Legacy Ladies: Six Women in Cannabis Who Operated Before Legalization
Written by Natalia Lopez Sheltered amongst the Redwood forest lies Humboldt, Trinity and Mendocino counties. Together, the three create the infamous Emerald Triangle, an area lovingly known as America’s Cannabis Heartland. Legacy farmers who dared to grow before California’s legalization in 2016 are considered industry pioneers. Their defiance of the law whilst raising … [Read more...] about Legacy Ladies: Six Women in Cannabis Who Operated Before Legalization
Cannabis-Friendly Destinations
Written by Joanne Cachapero As pandemic travel restrictions have been lifted, travelers are back to visiting their favorite destinations. At the same time, a new trend in cannabis hospitality is emerging in areas where recreational cannabis has been legalized. Increasingly, tourists are able to find “cannabis-friendly” accommodations and activities and add them to their … [Read more...] about Cannabis-Friendly Destinations
Weed World NYC
We spoke to Bilal Muhammad, founder of Weed World, on his recent run in with New York City parking enforcement, the future of the company, and social equity in the cannabis industry. Image by Mark Jonas … [Read more...] about Weed World NYC
The Civilized Future of Public Consumption
Written by Paul Peterson Here's what we've been waiting for in Southern California. Currently, the only open cannabis dispensary and consumption lounge in Los Angeles is here and designed with style and grace. It is called The Artist Tree. Better than a boisterous bar scene, more engaging than a funky coffeehouse and it's a functioning art gallery as well. The Artist … [Read more...] about The Civilized Future of Public Consumption
