WASHINGTON — A low unemployment rate and the spreading legalization of marijuana have led many businesses to rethink their drug testing policies for the first time in decades. A small but increasing number are simply no longer testing for pot. For small businesses, however, how to handle these challenges... Read more
Should women suffering from morning sickness during pregnancy use marijuana to control their nausea? Colorado health experts, regulatory officials and even industry advocates have consistently answered no, and they’ve backed that message up with studies, public service announcements and warning labels on cannabis packaging. But a new study by... Read more
Colorado’s recreational marijuana sales set a new monthly high in March. The state’s cannabis retailers sold $106 million in flower, edibles and concentrate for adult-use purposes during March, according to data released Wednesday by the Colorado Department of Revenue. In total, the shops tallied up $135.2 million in sales... Read more
CARPINTERIA, Calif. — This picturesque coastal town cradled by mountains and sandy shores is a scene out of a Southern California postcard. Residents of Carpinteria say they feel lucky to live in what they consider a slice of paradise. But change is in the air. And sometimes, they say,... Read more
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. — A glut of legal marijuana is driving Oregon pot prices to rock-bottom levels, prompting some nervous growers to start pivoting to another type of cannabis to make ends meet — one that doesn’t come with a high. Applications for state licenses to grow hemp — marijuana’s... Read more
Baker Technologies Inc., a Denver-based developer of software for cannabis businesses, has drafted a seemingly simple recipe for success: strength in numbers. The startup that started out with desires of being a consolidator — acquiring and integrating other cannabis-centric technology firms — will itself be folded into a larger... Read more
GTEC Holdings Ltd. (“GTEC” or the “Company“) (GTEC.V) (GGTTF) is pleased to announce that it has entered into a binding letter agreement (the “Supply Agreement“) with Pack4U Holdings ( Canada ) Ltd. (“Pack4U“). Pack4U is dedicated to providing pharmacies, once the Pharmacy Legislation (as defined below) is in effect, with access... Read more
Maricann Group Inc. (CSE:MARI) (MRRCF) (75M.F) (“Maricann” or the “Company”) today announced that it intends to change its name to Wayland Group Corp. In the interim, the Company expects to commence operating through its subsidiaries under the business name “Wayland Group”. In anticipation of the proposed name change, the... Read more
The Green Organic Dutchman Holdings Ltd. (the “Company” or “TGOD”) (TGOD.TO) (TGODF) is pleased to announce the appointment of American businessman, investor, and television personality Tim Seymourto the Company’s Advisory Board. Best known for his role with CNBC as a recognized trader and market strategist, on “Fast Money” (M-F, 5PM ET), Mr. Seymour has... Read more
Boulder’s BDS Analytics, a leading data repository for the cannabis industry, just landed a cash infusion to fuel its ambitions of national and international expansion. BDS received $3.5 million to build up its sales and development workforce in Michigan, New England and Canada -places that have legalized recreational marijuana... Read more
