A former cannabis executive is now overseeing the state’s enforcement of the industry, drawing concerns from cannabis and hemp advocates about conflicts of interest and competition. Jennifer Mandzuk, former CEO at Theraplant, a licensed marijuana producer in Watertown is now a cannabis program manager with the Department of Consumer Protection.“It’s pretty common across all of … [Read more...] about Former Cannabis CEO Overseeing State Regulation Raises Eyebrows
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A Trip to Burn N’ Learn
It was a rainy Sunday, the kind of day that made you want to curl up on the couch with a good book or binge-watch your favorite TV series. But for me and my buddy Viking Bob, it was an opportunity for something different, something adventurous. We had heard about the Burn n Learn Center in North Branford, a place where cannabis enthusiasts gathered to learn, experiment, and … [Read more...] about A Trip to Burn N’ Learn
Feds may reclassify cannabis as Schedule III, drawing praise from Connecticut businesses
Federal regulators are considering reclassifying cannabis from a Schedule I drug to a Schedule III, which could make doing business in medicinal and recreational sales in states where it's legal much easier. Cannabis is now classified as a Schedule I drug by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency, alongside heroin and LSD. Schedule I drugs are considered to be drugs with no … [Read more...] about Feds may reclassify cannabis as Schedule III, drawing praise from Connecticut businesses
The Connecticut Connection Between Labor Day and Smoking Weed
The Origins of Labor Day: A Fiery Tale of Unrest Labor Day. The name itself conjures images of barbecues, parades, and the unofficial end of summer. But what's the connection between this holiday and lighting up some green in the heart of Connecticut? Strap in, dear readers, because we're diving headfirst into the wild world of Labor Day and its surprising links to the realm … [Read more...] about The Connecticut Connection Between Labor Day and Smoking Weed
Critics say cannabis equity partnerships in CT favor large corporations
Under state law the number of dispensaries a person can open in Connecticut is limited to one and in some cases two, but some of the largest cannabis companies in the country are planning top open as many as six retail stores. This has raised questions about the fairness of a legalization initiative that was intended, at least in part, to provide economic opportunity for groups … [Read more...] about Critics say cannabis equity partnerships in CT favor large corporations
The Evolution of Cannabis Legislation in Connecticut: A Historical Perspective
Buckle up, my fellow enthusiasts of the "herb," as we take a wild ride through the twisted maze of Connecticut's cannabis legislation! It's like a roller coaster of reefer madness and rationality that would leave even the most seasoned stoner scratching their head.Connecticut, a state not exactly known for its leniency on, well, anything, decided to put its peculiar stamp on … [Read more...] about The Evolution of Cannabis Legislation in Connecticut: A Historical Perspective
Welcome To Connecticut: Where Pot Producers Are Groundhog Day Stars In The Truman Show
Ah, Connecticut, the picturesque state that never ceases to amaze. With its stunning landscapes, charming towns, and, of course, the continuously burgeoning marijuana industry. Hold on tight, ladies and gentlemen, as we take a wild ride through the mono-cultured world of pot production in the Nutmeg State. Imagine, if you will, that every bar in Connecticut only served … [Read more...] about Welcome To Connecticut: Where Pot Producers Are Groundhog Day Stars In The Truman Show
Connecticut cannabis cultivator parent company goes through foreclosure
Less than a year after the parent company of cannabis cultivator and producer Theraplant began marketing itself for sale amid funding concerns, a Waterbury judge this week approved a foreclosure involving the company’s Watertown property and another in Arizona. Greenrose Holding Co., the New York-based parent company of Theraplant, submitted a filing with the U.S. Securities … [Read more...] about Connecticut cannabis cultivator parent company goes through foreclosure
Danbury cannabis shop moves ‘fast and furious’ with plans to open after Labor Day
DANBURY – The city’s first all retail cannabis store is planning for a grand opening after Labor Day as construction at the Federal Road location accelerates.The obstacle holding up the opening of BUDr Cannabis, which Danbury approved in January, was a permit from the state Department of Transportation to build a sidewalk in front of the store. “We have construction going on … [Read more...] about Danbury cannabis shop moves ‘fast and furious’ with plans to open after Labor Day
Connecticut’s Cannabis Market: A McDonaldization Of Weed
In the smoky haze of Connecticut's budding cannabis industry, a peculiar phenomenon is taking shape. Like a dystopian McDonald's empire, the state's dispensaries appear to be nothing more than cookie-cutter clones, serving up the same predictable fare of cannabis flower, vapor products, and edibles. Behind the façade of choice, a chilling truth emerges: the illusion of … [Read more...] about Connecticut’s Cannabis Market: A McDonaldization Of Weed
