Full-Service Cannabis Consulting Tailored to Missouri's Unique Market Needs
Catalyst BC offers comprehensive guidance and solutions, customized to help your business thrive in Missouri’s regulated cannabis industry. Contact us today to get started!
About Missouri
Missouri, located in the Midwest, is known for its rich history, rolling hills, and vibrant cities like Kansas City and St. Louis. The state is home to nearly 6.2 million residents and boasts a diverse cultural heritage influenced by its central location and gateway significance during westward expansion. Its geography varies from the Mississippi River lowlands in the southeast to the Ozark Plateau in the south.
Missouri’s economy is powered by agriculture, manufacturing, and services. As the “Show-Me State,” it embodies a spirit of pragmatism and innovation. Landmarks such as the Gateway Arch and the Mark Twain National Forest are iconic attractions, blending Missouri’s historical and natural appeal.
Legal Status of Cannabis in Missouri
Cannabis is legal for both medical and recreational use in Missouri. In November 2022, Missouri voters approved Amendment 3, which legalized recreational cannabis for adults aged 21 and older. The law permits individuals to possess up to three ounces of cannabis and grow up to six flowering plants at home, provided they obtain a cultivation license. The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) regulates the state’s cannabis industry, overseeing licensing, compliance, and the expungement of certain nonviolent cannabis-related offenses under the new law.
Missouri’s medical marijuana program, established in 2018, continues to serve patients with qualifying conditions, including chronic pain, epilepsy, and PTSD. Licensed dispensaries throughout the state offer both medical and recreational cannabis products, but public consumption remains prohibited. Tax revenue generated from cannabis sales supports veterans’ healthcare, public defenders, and drug treatment programs, reflecting Missouri’s commitment to reinvesting in public services.
Catalyst BC, in alignment with the state’s efforts, provides Missouri 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 Missouri
Hemp farming is legal in Missouri under the Missouri Industrial Hemp Program, which aligns with federal regulations established under the 2018 Farm Bill. The program is administered by the Missouri Department of Agriculture (MDA), requiring hemp growers and handlers to obtain licenses and follow strict compliance protocols. All hemp crops must test below 0.3% THC on a dry-weight basis, and the MDA conducts pre-harvest testing to ensure adherence to federal and state laws.
Missouri’s diverse agricultural landscape makes it well-suited for hemp cultivation, with farmers producing hemp for fiber, grain, and CBD products. Catalyst BC, in alignment with the MDA, supports growers with resources and technical guidance to optimize yields, application processes, and in maintaining regulatory compliance. The state’s hemp industry has grown steadily, contributing to the development of sustainable products and fostering economic growth in rural communities.
Navigating the Complexities of Operating a Cannabis or Hemp Business in Missouri
Missouri’s cannabis market is growing rapidly, creating opportunities for new businesses.
Catalyst BC provides expert guidance on compliance, operational planning, and market strategies. Contact Catalyst BC for support in all areas of Business Strategy, Financial Planning, Licensing & Applications, Facility Design, Startup Support, Operational Optimization, Genetic Development, and Cannabis Business Turnaround and thrive in Missouri’s competitive cannabis and hemp industries.
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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!