Dozens of shops told to halt sales of marijuana products in New York
Marijuana Industry NewsNew York July 8, 2022 0
While the state has given the green light to possessing and consuming once-banned marijuana, regulators have yet to issue licenses to applicants seeking approval to open adult-use cannabis shops. But dozens of businesses have already begun to offer “untested” pot products to consumers despite having no authority to do... Read more
Unlicensed marijuana vendors pop up all over NYC as licensed dispensaries wait for the green light to sell recreational weed
Marijuana Industry NewsNew YorkRecreational Marijuana July 4, 2022 0
New York state legalized recreational marijuana last year but has yet to allow licensed dispensaries to sell it beyond medical use. As CBS2’s Natalie Duddridge reports, that hasn’t stopped all kinds of unlicensed vendors from popping up all over the city, and now the state is trying to crack... Read more
Albany may consider reparations for residents affected by marijuana laws
Marijuana Industry NewsNew York July 2, 2022 0
ALBANY – A new Common Council proposal calls for revenues from recreational marijuana sales in the city to be used as reparations for communities of color harmed by the war on drugs. Sixth Ward Councilwoman Gabriella Romero and Tenth Ward Councilman Owusu Anane want to create a nine-member commission... Read more
Positioned for Success – Highlights from the Insights & Influencers: NY Opportunity Tour
Marijuana Laws, Regulations, & PoliticsNew York June 29, 2022 0
Any cannabis insider knows that New York is poised to become the next cannabis epicenter since legalizing last year. As such there is naturally incredible interest in learning about the business opportunities, how to best position yourself for success, as well as networking with potential future partners and clients.... Read more
New York’s 1st legal marijuana crop sprouts under the sun
Marijuana Industry NewsNew YorkRecreational Marijuana June 29, 2022 0
New York’s recreational marijuana market is beginning to sprout, literally, with thin-leafed plants stretching toward the sun in farms around the state. In a novel move, New York gave 203 hemp growers first shot at cultivating marijuana destined for legal sales, which could start by the end of the year. Big... Read more
New York rolls out green carpet for cannabis dealers
Marijuana Industry NewsNew York June 23, 2022 0
New York officials are rolling out the green carpet for convicted weed sellers who are now going legit. The state Dormitory Authority of New York is getting ready to spend some $200 million in public funds to rent out locations where the ex-cons can set up shop and sell... Read more
Gov. Hochul names New York State cannabis advisory board members
Marijuana Industry NewsNew York June 23, 2022 0
Gov. Kathy Hochul today announced the inaugural members of the New York Cannabis Advisory Board, a 13-member panel that will advise state marijuana regulators and oversee a fund to help communities impacted by the drug war. NY Cannabis Insider has previously covered delays in the board’s appointments and insider critiques of the slow... Read more
