Among the many states currently looking to enact measures to investigate psychedelic regulation and increase psychedelic research, Maine is one of the latest to throw its hat in the ring. Lawmakers supporting the initial reform bill were hoping to usher in a new era of psychedelic drug regulation for therapeutic use, though the amended bill would pump the breaks and instead set … [Read more...] about Amended Maine Bill To Establish Psychedelic Research Committee Heads to Gov.
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Maine bill aims to change how edible cannabis products are labeled
AUGUSTA (WVII) -- The state Senate will take up a bill on Tuesday that aims to change the way cannabis gummies are labeled. The current Maine law says each individual cannabis candy must be stamped with a cannabis symbol. This has created problems for businesses that want to sell products that are made without that symbol. "I'm grateful for the strong vote from the Maine … [Read more...] about Maine bill aims to change how edible cannabis products are labeled
Weed Megacorp To Exit Maine Adult-Use Market
Curaleaf, one of the world’s largest cannabis companies, is exiting the adult-use cannabis retail market in Maine with the sale of its licensed dispensary in South Portland. The company’s sole recreational marijuana shop is being sold to Foliage Cannabis Co., which has already begun operations at the retail location, according to a report in local media. Online news source … [Read more...] about Weed Megacorp To Exit Maine Adult-Use Market
Maine police seize thousands of illicit marijuana plants in raids
What’s the right revenue per square foot? What’s a realistic business outlook for cultivators? Get realistic market forecasts, state-by-state insights and benchmarks. Get the 2023 Factbook. Maine authorities continue to crack down on allegedly illicit marijuana operations in the state and seizing thousands of plants, most recently in Corinna, Guilford and Sangerville. After … [Read more...] about Maine police seize thousands of illicit marijuana plants in raids
More illegal marijuana operations raided in central Maine
Maine authorities raided three more illegal marijuana operations on Tuesday. Police have reportedly busted a total of seven in the last month in central Maine. Two of the locations searched on Tuesday were in Whitefield and the other in Chelsea. Also read: 3 arrested after police seize hundreds of plants in illegal Maine marijuana bust On Jan. 17., police raided homes two … [Read more...] about More illegal marijuana operations raided in central Maine
Maine would join 14 other states in allowing on-site cannabis consumption under new bill
Mainers and tourists would be able to consume cannabis in a social club-type setting under a bill now being considered by lawmakers. Rep. David Boyer (R-Poland) said his on-site cannabis consumption bill would create spaces similar to brew pubs. “It would provide a controlled and regulated environment for adults similar to a brew pub that allows you try different beers and … [Read more...] about Maine would join 14 other states in allowing on-site cannabis consumption under new bill
Maine’s 2023 Adult-Use Cannabis Sales Top $200 Million
Maine’s regulated adult-use cannabis industry generated more than $200 million in sales last year, an increase of 36% over 2022, according to information from the state Office of Cannabis Policy. But cannabis business owners who feel that Maine’s cannabis market is becoming oversaturated say that the numbers obscure the challenges licensed operators will face in the … [Read more...] about Maine’s 2023 Adult-Use Cannabis Sales Top $200 Million
Maine’s adult-use cannabis sales continue to grow, but the market is getting crowded
Recreational cannabis sales brought in roughly 36% more revenue last year than in 2022, but industry members say it’s not necessarily a cause for celebration. Store owners across the state say the market is oversaturated and the boost in sales comes from more stores opening, rather than shops raking in money. The state’s licensed adult-use retailers reported more than 3.7 … [Read more...] about Maine’s adult-use cannabis sales continue to grow, but the market is getting crowded
Two charged with illegally cultivating thousands of marijuana plants in Belgrade
BELGRADE, Maine — Two people were arrested Tuesday in connection with illegally cultivating thousands of marijuana plants in Belgrade. At about 11 a.m. Tuesday, Maine State Police executed two search warrants in Belgrade, one at a home on Guptill Road and one at a home on Point Road. The search warrants were reportedly executed in response to community complaints, Maine … [Read more...] about Two charged with illegally cultivating thousands of marijuana plants in Belgrade
Maine sets another yearly record for recreational cannabis sales
Maine set another record for recreational cannabis sales this year, with sales through November approaching $200 million dollars. That's nearly $40 million more than all of 2022. John Hudak, director of the Maine Office of Cannabis Policy, said that growth comes as no surprise, because the industry is still so new. "The program didn't get up and running until the middle of … [Read more...] about Maine sets another yearly record for recreational cannabis sales