HighTimes Sales of adult-use cannabis in New Jersey for the third quarter of 2022 topped $100 million, according to recently released data from state officials. The New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission reported that sales of recreational marijuana from June 2022 through September 2022 totaled $116,572,533, representing a jump of 46% over the previous quarter. Sales of … [Read more...] about New Jersey Q3 Adult-Use Cannabis Sales Top $100 Million
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NJ legal weed is flying off the shelves. Here’s what that means for the future.
It's only been on the market for less than eight months, but legal weed is already showing meteoric returns that industry experts peg as a harbinger of things to come. New Jersey cannabis sales neared $178 million in the third quarter, buoyed by a 46% increase in marijuana sold for recreational purposes as the number of "adult use" dispensaries in the state more than doubled, … [Read more...] about NJ legal weed is flying off the shelves. Here’s what that means for the future.
Jersey City Council not ready to place cap on cannabis retailers, voting down 55 limit
NJ.com The Jersey City Council voted down limiting the number of cannabis retailers at 55. (Reena Rose Sibayan | The Jersey Journal) The Jersey City Council isn’t ready to cap the number of cannabis retailers in the city as most are concerned about how the limitation would affect the southern portion of the city, which has seen little movement with the growing … [Read more...] about Jersey City Council not ready to place cap on cannabis retailers, voting down 55 limit
Crackdown on smoke shops trying to get around cannabis law
NJ Spotlight News Some smoke shops are finding clever ways to illegally sell cannabis to customers. Former New Jersey Attorney General Chris Porrino saw it firsthand while doing some field research. “What I’ve heard more about recently is, we’re charging this amount for the vape pipe or the bong, and it’s X amount dollars more than it otherwise would be. And the marijuana is a … [Read more...] about Crackdown on smoke shops trying to get around cannabis law
New Jersey Is Hosting a Massive Cannabis Expo & You Can Bring Your Own Weed
By Serena Tara on TheThrillist Get ready to puff, pass, and learn a thing or two about cannabis. New Jersey's first-ever BYOC (Bring Your Own Cannabis) consumer cannabis event, dubbed 420 Expo, is coming to the New Jersey Convention & Expo Center. Next weekend, from September 16 through September 18, 420 Expo will open its doors to cannabis enthusiasts and curious minds … [Read more...] about New Jersey Is Hosting a Massive Cannabis Expo & You Can Bring Your Own Weed
New Jersey Committees Cancel Marijuana Sales Bill Votes Amid Disputes Over Provisions
Efforts to approve enabling legislation to enact a regulated marijuana market in New Jersey have already hit a hitch, with two committees pulling companion bills from scheduled hearings on Thursday. But a separate proposal to decriminalize cannabis possession was approved by a Senate panel—with a late amendment to lessen penalties for psilocybin-related offenses. About … [Read more...] about New Jersey Committees Cancel Marijuana Sales Bill Votes Amid Disputes Over Provisions
Cannabis Arrests are Rising in Some Parts
Arrests are on the rise Cannabis arrests are reportedly increasing in Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey. Please say it isn't so. Please be safe and smart when you travel. So there are reports that cannabis related arrests are on the rise in some areas outside of urban centers. This is truly disappointing to see progress hindered by people who fail to adapt and educate … [Read more...] about Cannabis Arrests are Rising in Some Parts
Is Legal Cannabis Headed to New Jersey
We need to learn from New Jersey and follow suit. It's a good start for the week, the weather is still mild and the snow has yet to visit us. Last week, Connecticut was the first to have a Gubernatorial debate on Cannabis, Social and Criminal Justice Reform. This was a great opportunity to keep the topic of legalization mainstream in the media. This was not the end all … [Read more...] about Is Legal Cannabis Headed to New Jersey