States are on lockdown; citizens are sheltering in place; and access to cannabis business is critical. As surreal it all sounds, the effects of the global pandemic have yet to be fully seen, or understood. Here's how the global health crisis is affecting the industry so far. “An Essential Medicine?” On Friday, March 20th, California Gov. Gavin … [Read more...] about How the Cannabis Industry is Coping with COVID-19, So Far
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Bud Voyage: Medical Migrants Are Traveling the U.S. in Pursuit of Cannabis
Welcome to Bud Voyage, the Emerald‘s monthly column by Ashley Laderer discussing all things travel, cannabis, and how combining the two can make your adventures that much better. Wanderlust may ensue…so pack your bags, prepare for takeoff, and get ready to join the other mile high club. Laderer is an avid traveller, and writer who splits most of her time between New York and … [Read more...] about Bud Voyage: Medical Migrants Are Traveling the U.S. in Pursuit of Cannabis
COVID Got You Cooped Up? Keep Spirits High with our Guide to Staying Entertained Inside
Public health officials all over the world are urging populations to practice social distancing in order to slow the spread of COVID-19. It's not a drill. Residents in several Bay Area counties in California are sheltering in place. Healthy and at-risk populations are being urged to stay 6 ft. apart, and cancel events and gatherings of 10 people or … [Read more...] about COVID Got You Cooped Up? Keep Spirits High with our Guide to Staying Entertained Inside
Kiss Me, I’m Highrish: Elevate St. Patrick’s Day With These On-Theme Goodies
Move over green beer, and Guinness—there's a new way to stay in tune this St. Patty's Day. According to Shape Magazine, Americans are purchasing cannabis in place of alcohol to celebrate major and minor holidays. In 2018, EAZE Insights, a delivery and consumer data company, found a 42% increase in delivery orders on St. Patrick's Day. The trend persists as more consumers … [Read more...] about Kiss Me, I’m Highrish: Elevate St. Patrick’s Day With These On-Theme Goodies
How the Coronavirus Could Affect the Cannabis Industry
Written by Rita Thompson With all the fuss surrounding COVID-19, it’s only right we take a moment to consider how the global pandemic could affect the cannabis industry. Regardless of your personal concern about getting sick, coronavirus is having an effect on everyone's lives. As of now, the crisis has to put a damper on retail cannabis sales, or … [Read more...] about How the Coronavirus Could Affect the Cannabis Industry
