How to Land the Right Location for Your Cannabis Dispensary
By Gary Cohen on Aug 12, 2019 12:00:00 AM
With new markets in Missouri, Michigan, and Illinois primed and ready for takeoff, entrepreneurs across the Midwest are laying the groundwork for their cannabis operations. And if you’re one of them who’s planning on launching a cannabis retail venture, finding the right location is o …
How to Apply and Win a Dispensary License in Missouri (Free Guide Inside)
By Gary Cohen on Jul 18, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Medical cannabis legalization is sweeping through states some onlookers never thought possible. Missouri, a state that many cannabis activists never saw as a fertile ground for legalization, is turning the lights on a medical marijuana program in a few short months -- a true testament …
Ontario Cannabis Retail: AGCO New Cannabis Store Lottery Frequently Asked Questions
By James Manning on Jul 8, 2019 12:00:00 AM
It's no surprise that Ontario's cannabis market has been a bright spot where private recreational stores are thriving. In fact, reports show the province saw a significant boost in cannabis sales from the physical store rollout in April. Initially capped at 25, Ontario's government la …
7 Things to Look For in a Seed-To-Sale Compliant POS in Missouri
By Gary Cohen on Jul 5, 2019 12:00:00 AM
You put a lot of hard work into earning a dispensary license, and now that you’ve got the green light, you’ll need to find the right POS partner. It’s vital you pick a point-of-sale that meets all DHSS seed-to-sale regulations, one that helps you prevent diversion of product into the …
The Best Cities to Open a Retail Cannabis Shop in Canada
By Faai Steuer on Jul 2, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Canada’s recreational cannabis industry has been in operation for a little more than a year, and it’s already seen explosive growth. Even, Ontario saw cannabis sales more than double in April on the back of new store openings. Canada's retailers can barely keep up with the high number …
How to Choose a Seed-to-Sale Compliant POS for Your Michigan Dispensary
By Gary Cohen on Jun 25, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Following the legalization of recreational sales in late 2018, lawmakers are busily writing the regulations that will govern Michigan’s adult-use cannabis market. Naturally, a major aspect of regulation is the tracking of all cannabis product as it moves through the supply chain — whi …
How Much It Costs to Open a Cannabis Dispensary in Missouri
By Faai Steuer on Jun 18, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Cannabis dispensaries are like any retail business, only they come with a host of added costs related to licensing and meeting regulations. With the rise of the medical marijuana industry in Missouri, there are many new business opportunities, but licensing, control measures, and othe …
How to Succeed in Oklahoma's Medical Cannabis Market
By Dayna Van Buskirk on May 16, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Voters in Oklahoma pushed forward a medical marijuana bill in June 2018. Thanks to business and patient-friendly Oklahoma marijuana regulations, a massive cannabis industry is building. For owners of cannabis dispensaries in Oklahoma, that means stiff competition. So how do you succee …
12 Things to Know About Opening a Cannabis Retail Store in British Columbia
By Ron Segev on May 7, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Cannabis is a booming global industry with a total market value of $166B in both medical and recreational markets. By January 2019, Canadian retailers were only bringing in an average of $50 million per month, citing a lack of open stores as the key reason behind slow financial growth …
10 Need-to-Knows Before Leasing Dispensary Property
By Gary Cohen on Apr 30, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Signing a property lease for a cannabis retail location is a major investment and business decision. Don't take it lightly! There are a few strategic choices you should carefully review and make sure you have fully considered before you commit.