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The Florida cannabis market is experiencing impressive growth, setting the stage for the potential legalization of recreational use. As it stands, Florida's medical marijuana market already boasts an impressive valuation of over $1.4 billion with a remarkable volume growth rate...

Recreational cannabis sales in Missouri experienced a minor decline in August, reaching $119 million, while medical sales remained stagnant at $27.3 million. Despite this dip, recreational sales have consistently outpaced medical sales since February, with the cumulative cannabis sales in the state...

Maryland stands as a shining example of a medical cannabis state transitioning smoothly into the recreational market. According to a financial report by Zuanic & Associates, (Z&A), this transition has been particularly beneficial for incumbent medical cannabis players, who have witnessed a...

Southwest Cannabis Market Heats Up: New Mexico's August 2023 Sales Data The medical cannabis market in New Mexico recorded sales of $13.5 million generated from 267,207 medical transactions. The adult-use cannabis market exhibited robust performance, with sales totaling $35.4 million...

Connecticut Cannabis Market Thrives: August Sales Soar To $25 Million The Department of Consumer Protection in Connecticut unveiled new preliminary data, showcasing a robust cannabis market in August 2023, with combined adult-use and medical marijuana sales reaching an impressive $25 million. The...

In an exclusive interview with Benzinga, Carlos Pinto, chief commercial officer (CCO) of Leafly Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: LFLY) discussed the strategic shift the cannabis marketplace and education platform has undergone. He also shared his perspective on the Department of Health...

As the cannabis industry continues to evolve, revealing data analysis by Zuanic & Associates sheds light on a captivating paradox: while flower sales have shown signs of growth, their dominance has waned, unveiling a changing landscape. Over nearly three years, flower sales have bloomed by 62...

Ever wondered how the fusion of cultural values and cannabis business models could amplify your financial gains? Curious about how cannabis culture's evolution could impact your investment portfolio? Chicago is gearing up to host the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference on September 27 and 28,...

Social equity cannabis businesses regularly contend with the burden of structural inequality, lack of intergenerational wealth, and funding, high taxation and real estate prices, and, stringent compliance standards. The weight of these challenges has frequently pushed many enterprises to the brink...

Zuanic & Associates' recent report unveils the movers and shakers in the flower segment, shedding light on their market shares, pricing strategies and fortunes. The second quarter of 2023 saw some intriguing shifts in the sector. When it comes to market leaders in the flower segment,...

Automation challenges have risen for the cannabis industry, compelling operators to seek innovative solutions for improved efficiency and revenue. In an exclusive interview with Benzinga, Green Vault Systems' (GVS) VP and co-founder   Arnar Olgeirsson and Lise Bernard,...

Jan Verleur, co-founder of Verleur Group LLC (TVG), and Rohan Marley, the driving force behind Lion Order cannabis products, engaged in a comprehensive discussion with Benzinga on quality control, consumer experiences, and their unique secret shopping approach. They highlighted their...

Legal Hurdle Lifted For 30 New York Cannabis Retailers After Preliminary Injunction A recent preliminary injunction by Judge Kevin Bryant could lead to a substantial increase in operational cannabis retailers in New York. With 23 marijuana retailers already in operation out of the approved 463...

The introduction of recreational cannabis sales has brought about significant shifts in the medical marijuana (MMJ) landscape across several states, impacting sales and patient counts. In many states, MMJ sales have experienced double-digit declines following the onset of recreational sales....

The Canadian cannabis market is abuzz with competition. The latest data from Hifyre, as analyzed by Zuanic & Associates, highlights a heated race in the pre-roll segment. In the second quarter of 2023, a staggering 1,475 pre-roll SKUs were registered, originating from a diverse pool of 148...