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 …
12 Must See Cannabis Retailers in Ontario
By Faai Steuer on Jul 31, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Ontario is set to get 50 more stores this fall. Of the 50 new stores, 42 will be allocated by lottery and eight will be available for stores on First Nations reserves. Lucky winners of Ontario’s last cannabis license lottery are beginning to open up shop. We’re happy to see 20 out of …
From Medical to Recreational: How to Prepare Your Michigan Dispensary for Adult-Use
By Gary Cohen on Jul 23, 2019 12:00:00 AM
After becoming the 10th state to legalize recreational cannabis in November 2018, Michigan’s marijuana market is heating up. And with projections now calling for more than $650 million in annual sales by 2023, cannabis entrepreneurs should know there is enormous potential in the state …
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 …
Michigan Cannabis Dispensary Q & A: Top 5 Compliance Questions Answered
By Gary Cohen on Jul 16, 2019 12:00:00 AM
As the Great Lakes State prepares for the start of recreational cannabis sales, it’s critical for retailers to ensure they’re fully compliant with the marijuana dispensary regulations in Michigan.
3 Things You Need to Know About Canada’s $2.7B Cannabis Edible Market
By Devin Pacholik on Jul 11, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Canadians will soon be able to legally purchase edible and drinkable cannabis, concentrates, and topical products. Retailers can expect cannabis edibles and new product options to be available in Canada as soon as mid-December, following legal approval on October 17. After that day, c …
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 …