by Michelle Rutter, NCIA Government Relations Manager As 2018 draws to a close, our Government Relations team in Washington, D.C. is feeling especially thankful this year – both for all of our members, and for all of the strides forward that cannabis policy made this year! Before 2019 begins,... Read more
by Michael Cooper, co-founder of MadisonJay Solutions Few developments in the world of cannabis — whether marijuana or hemp — could match the impact of the 2014 Farm Bill. But the 2018 Farm Bill, approved by the House and the Senate this week, promises to do just that. As... Read more
by Robyn Ranke, Eskaton Law For marijuana businesses, the 2018 Farm Bill is landmark legislation. Congress passed the Bill yesterday awaiting the President’s signature into law. Transportation Of Hemp Across State Lines Allowed Federal legalization of Hemp will be astounding for the cannabis industry nationwide. Drafted into 807... Read more
The Nevada County Cannabis Alliance is a trade association in California whose mission is to Advocate, Educate, and Connect. The Alliance advocates for reasonable local policies and a fair county ordinance. We believe in empowering community success through education, and connecting stakeholders with opportunities to participate and collaborate in... Read more
In this third installment of NCIA’s animated educational video series, we explore the benefits of legalizing cannabis nationwide and beyond. Learn how ending federal prohibition can improve public safety and add economic opportunities to our communities, and how you can help. Watch our other two animated videos to... Read more
Based in Fort Collins, Colorado, NCIA member Growcentia specializes in organically-derived microbial nutrients, as well as agricultural research and development in both outdoor and greenhouse cultivation. Meet some of the Growcentia team to learn more about their work in both the laboratory and in the fields, and the challenges... Read more
Expand your network, meaningfully. As the industry grows, it’s increasingly important for you to harness only the most efficient opportunities to expand your business’ reach. NCIA’s new Industry Socials were designed to meet the demand for more meaningful, quality networking opportunities in new cities and emerging markets... Read more
By Michelle Rutter, NCIA Government Relations Manager As 2018 comes to an end, so does the 115th Congress. But, before the 116th Congress is sworn-in in January, an appropriations agreement must be reached before December 7, when the continuing resolution (CR) that is in place expires. That means if... Read more
by Jeremy DePasquale, NCIA Membership Director This Thanksgiving holiday, we wish to simply say THANK YOU for being a part of the next great American industry, and for taking this journey with us as we all create a responsible, legitimate cannabis industry together. As the NCIA staff begins to... Read more
Legal cannabis sales for adults 21 and over launched on Tuesday in Massachusetts, marking the first legal adult-use dispensaries to open on the East Coast! The first customers to purchase cannabis were two U.S. military veterans, including Northampton Mayor David Narkewicz. Residents in the Bay State voted to legalize... Read more
