Member Post: Amazon’s “Hemp” Products Are Lying to You, New CBD Oracle Lab Study Finds
Marijuana Laws, Regulations, & Politics April 10, 2024 0
Amazon’s “Hemp” Products Are Lying to You (and Hurting the Industry), New CBD Oracle Lab Study Finds TL;DR: A CBD Oracle investigation finds that 43% of hemp products sold on Amazon often don’t contain hemp at all, and are deceptively marketed to evade Amazon’s lax enforcement. The independent investigation... Read more
Member Blog: Regulating the Cannabis Industry for Accuracy and Integrity
Marijuana Laws, Regulations, & PoliticsUncategorized April 2, 2024 0
Regulating the Cannabis Industry for Accuracy and Integrity In the fast-evolving landscape of the cannabis industry, ensuring accurate testing standards is paramount to safeguarding consumer safety, maintaining regulatory compliance, and fostering fair market competition. However, a pervasive challenge known as cannabinoid inflation threatens to undermine these essential principles, posing... Read more
Empower Your Voice: Unveiling NCIA’s Updated Congressional Scorecard
Marijuana Laws, Regulations, & Politics March 27, 2024 0
In just over 200 days, people across the country will head to the ballot box to make their voices heard. As you take the time to consider the issues that matter the most to you and which candidates best align with those values, NCIA is here to help with... Read more
Member Blog: How to Hire a Fractional Cannabis CFO
Marijuana Laws, Regulations, & Politics March 26, 2024 0
Small businesses — from startup to $20 million — face challenges when it comes to hiring accounting and finance staff. In addition to the budget-breaking cost of an in-house finance team, it’s not easy to find, train and manage the right people within the day-to-day of a growing business.... Read more
Member Blog: Cultivating Safety – Advanced Workers’ Compensation Solutions for Cannabis Businesses
Marijuana Laws, Regulations, & Politics March 20, 2024 0
The cannabis industry is experiencing rapid growth, bringing with it unique risks and regulatory challenges, especially in protecting employees. Recognizing the complexities of this industry is crucial for developing comprehensive insurance solutions, particularly in workers’ compensation. This blog explores strategies and insights tailored to navigate the intricacies of cannabis-related... Read more
Wellness at Work: Preventative Healthcare for Cannabis Business Owners
Marijuana Laws, Regulations, & Politics March 15, 2024 0
Navigating Challenges in the Cannabis Industry The cannabis industry finds itself constantly grappling with challenges imposed by federal regulations and government scrutiny. Despite these obstacles, there are numerous strategies available to businesses within this sector that can mitigate fixed costs, save money, and preserve valuable staff positions. Delivering Tangible... Read more
Unlocking Financial Potential: AI Tax Strategies for Cannabis Business Owners
Marijuana Laws, Regulations, & Politics March 13, 2024 0
The cannabis industry finds itself constantly grappling with challenges imposed by federal regulations and government scrutiny. Despite these obstacles, there are numerous strategies available to businesses within this sector that can mitigate fixed costs, save money, and preserve valuable staff positions. In today’s rapidly evolving landscape, the integration of... Read more
Member Blog: Breaking Ground – Maryland’s Leading Role in Cannabis Testing Standards
Marijuana Laws, Regulations, & PoliticsMaryland March 13, 2024 0
With the advantage of watching several other states blaze the regulated and tested trail before it, the state of Maryland’s cannabis testing program is one of the more robust and modern of the current industry. After long delays, the state’s medical program – which included a testing program – finally... Read more
Navigating Missouri’s Stringent Cannabis Testing Requirements: A Deep Dive
Marijuana Laws, Regulations, & Politics March 5, 2024 0
By Harrison Bard, Co-Founder and CEO, Custom Cones USA When it comes to cannabis testing requirements, Missouri absolutely lives up to its nickname as the Show Me State, requiring its licensed cannabis businesses to run a wide series of tests to prove the cannabis they are sending to store shelves... Read more
Webinar Release: Positioning for Prosperity – Insurance Essentials for Social Equity Awardees
Marijuana Laws, Regulations, & Politics February 29, 2024 0
In our ongoing commitment to providing timely and essential education to the cannabis industry, the National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA) recently hosted a thought-provoking webinar titled “Positioning for Prosperity: Insurance Essentials for Social Equity Awardees.” In collaboration with NCIA’s Risk Management & Insurance Committee (RMIC), this webinar delved into... Read more
