Once upon a time, in the rolling fields of Connecticut, hemp was hailed as the next big cash crop. Farmers, lured by the promise of a green rush, swapped their traditional crops for hemp, dreaming of prosperity. But fast forward to today, and the scene is starkly different: only a few handfuls of active hemp farmers remain in the state. The Rise and FallIt all started back in … [Read more...] about RIP Connecticut Hemp? Not So Fast…
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The Regulatory Chaos of Cannabis Drinks Retail
THC-infused beverages have a steady demand, but sales are inhibited by legal regulations. Photo by Adobe Stock and SevenFifty Daily Staff. Art Nergaryan’s specialty wine and cheese shops in Massachusetts had thrived for years. But when he introduced hemp-derived THC-infused beverages, something unexpected happened: his business boomed. “I turned half of the store into THC … [Read more...] about The Regulatory Chaos of Cannabis Drinks Retail
Scottsdale man convicted of wire fraud for sham marijuana investment
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — A jury has convicted a Scottsdale man of wire fraud for convincing someone to invest in a sham cannabis investment fund, prosecutors said. Christopher E. Galvin, 58, was recently found guilty following a three-day trial in federal court, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office of Arizona. Galvin founded Hypur Ventures II in 2019 had convinced an individual … [Read more...] about Scottsdale man convicted of wire fraud for sham marijuana investment
The ills of a billion-dollar enterprise: The slow-death of the cannabis industry, and what might be done to reverse the trend
The Massachusetts cannabis industry is a billion-dollar enterprise, with over 700 retailers operating across the state. Yet stores are closing, companies are firing their workers and retail and non-retail licenses are being surrendered by former operators as business owners clamor for regulatory changes to transform an industry they see as unsustainable. The changes are taking … [Read more...] about The ills of a billion-dollar enterprise: The slow-death of the cannabis industry, and what might be done to reverse the trend
Trulieve Opening Medical Cannabis Dispensary in North Miami Beach
– Trulieve Cannabis Corp., a leading and top-performing cannabis company in the U.S., announced the opening of a new medical cannabis dispensary in North Miami Beach, Fla. A grand opening celebration will be held beginning at 9 a.m. March 21, featuring music, specials, discounts, and opportunities to register for upcoming patient education sessions. "We are proud to expand … [Read more...] about Trulieve Opening Medical Cannabis Dispensary in North Miami Beach
CT man arrested after police allegedly find 18.4 pounds of marijuana in his car during traffic stop
Bridgeport police allegedly 18.4 pounds of marijuana, $3,954.00 in U.S. currency and two cell phones during a traffic stop on Thursday. (Courtesy of Bridgeport Police Department) A Connecticut man was arrested on Thursday after police allegedly found a large amount of marijuana in his vehicle during a traffic stop. Officers conducted a motor vehicle stop on Greenfield Drive on … [Read more...] about CT man arrested after police allegedly find 18.4 pounds of marijuana in his car during traffic stop
Retaliatory inspection of cannabis cultivator? DCP apologizes.
Rino Ferrarese testifying Wednesday at public hearing where he urged lawmakers to make changes in the cannabis testing employed by the Department of Consumer Protection. A day later, he was subjected to a retaliatory inspection. Credit: CT-N The state Department of Consumer Protection apologized Friday for conducting what appeared to be a retaliatory inspection at a cannabis … [Read more...] about Retaliatory inspection of cannabis cultivator? DCP apologizes.
Savvy Smoker raided for third time in illegal cannabis sales investigation
For the third time in less than two years, the local smoke shop, Savvy Smoker, was raided by authorities on March 11 for allegedly selling unlicensed cannabis products and selling to minors. Westport police detectives and agents from the Connecticut Drug Control Division arrived at 940 Post Road East as part of an ongoing investigation into illegal marijuana sales. During the … [Read more...] about Savvy Smoker raided for third time in illegal cannabis sales investigation
Connecticut seeks dismissal of hemp retailers’ challenge to state THC regulations
State officials argue that federal law doesn't preempt stricter state-level controls on intoxicating hemp products. Connecticut officials moved to dismiss a federal lawsuit brought by nearly a dozen hemp retailers challenging state laws regulating hemp-derived products with high levels of THC, arguing the plaintiffs lack standing and that federal hemp legislation doesn’t … [Read more...] about Connecticut seeks dismissal of hemp retailers’ challenge to state THC regulations
The Best U.S. Cities for a Cannabis Vacation [2025 Data Study]
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