Full-Service Cannabis Consulting Tailored to Michigan's Unique Market Needs
Catalyst BC offers comprehensive guidance and solutions, customized to help your business thrive in Michigan’s regulated cannabis industry. Contact us today to get started!
About Michigan
Michigan, located in the Midwest and bordered by four of the five Great Lakes, is known as the “Great Lakes State.” With a population of nearly 10 million, Michigan is the 10th most populous state in the U.S. Its largest city, Detroit, is renowned as the birthplace of the automobile industry and Motown music. The state capital, Lansing, serves as the hub of its governmental and legislative activities. Michigan boasts diverse landscapes, from sandy beaches to dense forests, making it a favorite for outdoor enthusiasts.
The state has a mixed economy fueled by automotive manufacturing, agriculture, and tourism. Michigan’s rich cultural heritage and thriving industries attract residents and visitors alike. Its world-class universities and research institutions contribute to technological innovation, ensuring Michigan remains a key player on the national stage.
Legal Status of Cannabis in Michigan
Michigan legalized recreational cannabis in November 2018 with the passage of Proposal 1, making it the first state in the Midwest to do so. Adults aged 21 and older can legally possess up to 2.5 ounces of cannabis in public, 10 ounces at home, and grow up to 12 plants for personal use—the most generous home cultivation limit in the U.S. The Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency oversees the state’s cannabis industry, including licensing for retail, cultivation, and manufacturing. Medical cannabis has been legal in Michigan since 2008 under the Michigan Medical Marihuana Act, offering patients with qualifying conditions access to cannabis products. It’s important to note that local municipalities have the authority to regulate or ban cannabis businesses, creating varied access across the state.
Michigan has implemented social equity programs to assist communities disproportionately affected by past cannabis enforcement. Overall, the state’s cannabis market is thriving, generating substantial tax revenue and economic opportunities while prioritizing public safety and product quality through strict regulatory measures.
Catalyst BC, in alignment with the state’s efforts, provides Michigan hemp and cannabis cultivators, farmers, businesses, and suppliers extensive seed-to-sale support including licensing and applications, business strategy, financial planning, start-up support and more.
Legal Status of Hemp Farming in Michigan
Hemp farming in Michigan was legalized following the passage of the 2018 Farm Bill and state legislation such as the Michigan Industrial Hemp Research and Development Act. The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) oversees hemp cultivation, requiring farmers to obtain a license and conduct THC testing to ensure compliance with the federal limit of 0.3% THC on a dry-weight basis.
Michigan’s hemp program allows the cultivation of hemp for a variety of uses, including fiber, grain, and CBD production. To support businesses, Catalyst BC provides consulting and guidance to support Michigan farmers, helping to foster a growing industry. Hemp farming in Michigan has become an integral part of its agricultural landscape, offering economic potential while adhering to federal and state regulations designed to ensure public and environmental safety.
Navigating the Complexities of Operating a Cannabis or Hemp Business in Michigan
Michigan’s cannabis and hemp industries offer exciting opportunities, but navigating the regulatory framework requires expert guidance.
Our expert team provides tailored consulting in Business Strategy, Financial Planning, Licensing & Applications, Facility Design, Startup Support, Operational Optimization, Genetic Development, and Cannabis Business Turnaround ensuring you unlock your full potential in Michigan’s growing hemp and cannabis market. Book your no-obligation complimentary consultation today.
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Other Services
Business Strategy
Collaborative efforts to create a personalized and comprehensive business and operational plans tailored to your market, resources, and vision.
Financial Planning
Strategy and creation of a bespoke financial model based on historical inputs specific to selected corporate structure, facilities, and market conditions.
Licensing & Applications
Catalyst has secured over 57 licenses in merit-based and highly competitive application and RFP processes with a win rate of nearly 96%
Facility Design
Design-assist aligns designs and calculations with proven methods, equipment, and systems successfully used in world-class facilities.
Startup Support
Proven expertise and track record of supporting licensed and conditionally licensed businesses from build-out to operational excellence.
Genetic Development
Design and implement propagation and breeding programs that produce unique and proprietary cultivars that maximize productivity and profitability.
Business Turnaround
Our team brings over 60 years of regulated cannabis industry experience, expertly assessing situations, crafting strategies, and achieving client goals.
Operational Optimization
Catalyst's team of experts provides guidance and support for all types of cannabis business, including cultivation, retail, extraction, distribution, and delivery
Contact Us
Enough about us. We want to hear more about you, your project, and your vision! Get in touch with a real live person today. Don’t worry, we don’t have a long, confusing phone menu, and your email isn’t going to the abyss, we promise. At Catalyst, we provide the service and support we’d want to experience ourselves!