On November 19, the DEA’s Chief Administrative Law Judge John Mulrooney issued a ruling granting the National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA) full standing to participate in the upcoming hearings on the agency’s proposed rule to reclassify marijuana from Schedule I to III in the federal Controlled Substances Act. NCIA... Read more
Be Part of a Movement, Not a Moment: Highlights from NCIA’s Fall Stakeholder Summits
This fall, the National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA) held four Stakeholder Summits across the United States, gathering cannabis industry operators, regulators, investors, and advocates to tackle the unique regulatory, operational, and strategic challenges facing cannabis businesses today. Held in Michigan, New York, Ohio, and Southern California, these Summits offered... Read more
Member Blog: Cannabis Security Solutions – How Security-as-a-Service Delivers Predictable Costs and Reliable Protection 
The cannabis industry is rapidly evolving—and so are the cannabis security solutions designed to support it. Cannabis facilities, from cultivation sites to dispensaries, face a range of security challenges, including compliance with regulations, risk of theft, and the complexities of managing high-value inventory. Traditional security systems are often ineffective... Read more
Unlocking Compliance: Full Webinar Recording Now Available!
The cannabis industry is rapidly evolving, and navigating the complexities of compliant marketing has never been more critical. Missed our latest Industry Essentials: Committee Insights webinar, Unlocking Compliance: Understanding Cannabis Marketing Regulations? Don’t worry—the full recording is now available! This session, produced by NCIA’s Marketing & Advertising Committee, featured... Read more
Unlock Data-Driven Success: Watch the Full Recording of Our Latest NCIA Webinar
The cannabis industry is evolving rapidly, and data is the key to staying ahead. If you missed our latest Service Solutions webinar, now’s your chance to catch up on everything shared by leading experts in the field. During this NCIA Industry Essentials session, we explored how cannabis and ancillary... Read more
Committee Blog: Access Control for Cannabis Businesses – A Complete Guide to the Benefits and How to Get Started
As the legal cannabis industry continues to grow, the need for stringent security measures becomes increasingly critical. Among these measures, access controls stand out as a fundamental component for safeguarding premises, protecting inventory, and ensuring regulatory compliance.  Cannabis facilities face unique security challenges due to the high value of... Read more
Member Blog: Maximizing Success in the Cannabis Industry – Unpacking Market Maturity and Strategic Approaches
The cannabis industry is evolving faster than ever, with new markets opening up and existing ones maturing. But how do you know if your state is primed for growth or if you’re navigating an already saturated market? To thrive, it’s essential to understand where your state sits on the... Read more
The Power of the Ballot: Cannabis Reform Takes Center Stage in 2024
Ballot initiatives are as OG as it gets: nearly thirty years ago in 1996, California became the first state to legalize medical marijuana via Proposition 215, also known as the Compassionate Use Act. This provision exempted certain patients and their primary caregivers from criminal liability under state law for... Read more
Member Blog: Building a Strong Brand – 9 Tips for Cannabis Business Improvement
In the competitive world of cannabis, branding is everything. A strong brand can set your business apart from the rest, making it memorable to consumers. In fact, studies show that 77% of consumers make purchases based on brand loyalty. With so many options available, how do you ensure your... Read more
Committee Blog: Extracting the Truth – Best Practices for Cannabis Extraction
Published on behalf of members of NCIA’s Cannabis Manufacturing Committee We stand at a pivotal juncture in the cannabis industry, defined by rapid technological advancements in extraction methods and an increasingly complex regulatory landscape. How do we make sense of it all? Before you can have consumables, topicals and concentrates,... Read more
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