cannabis licensing

Learn about the process of obtaining cannabis licenses for cultivation, manufacturing, and retail across different jurisdictions.

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Cannabis Business Plans and Strategies, Cannabis Consulting, Cannabis Operations and Optimization, Laws and Regulations, Recreational

Cannabis Distribution Channels: Choosing the Best Sales Strategy For Your Business

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A successful cannabis business must carefully select its Cannabis Distribution Channels to maximize market reach and profitability. These channels determine how your product reaches consumers and include various strategies such as retail storefronts, dispensary partnerships, and online sales. Transitioning smoothly between these options requires understanding each channel’s nuances and aligning them with your business goals.

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Cannabis Business Plans and Strategies, Cannabis Consulting, Cannabis Facility Design, Cannabis Licensing & Applications, Cannabis Operations and Optimization, Laws and Regulations

How to Open a Retail Cannabis Dispensary: A Comprehensive Guide

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A Retail Cannabis Dispensary is a licensed establishment that sells cannabis products to consumers for recreational or medicinal use. These establishments vary from small boutique stores to large-scale operations with multiple locations. A retail cannabis dispensary must navigate complex regulatory environments, adhere to strict quality control measures, and build strong relationships with suppliers and customers.

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Cannabis Consulting, Cannabis Licensing & Applications, Cannabis News, Laws and Regulations, Tribal Cannabis Business, United States

Breaking Barriers: Challenges and Opportunities for Tribal Cannabis Business

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The cannabis industry is experiencing rapid growth, projected to expand from nearly $33 billion in 2023 to $49 billion by 2026. While legalization has provided economic opportunities in many states, Native American tribes face significant hurdles in accessing this booming market due to federal and state regulatory barriers. Tribes seeking entry into the cannabis industry encounter unique challenges, including difficulties in securing licensing, financing, and banking services—all essential components for launching and sustaining a cannabis business.

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Cannabis News, Colorado, Laws and Regulations, Recreational, United States

Colorado Amendments 20 and 64 Demystified

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In 2000, Colorado voters approved Amendment 20 legalizing medical marijuana. In November 2012, Colorado voters approved Amendment 64 legalizing recreational marijuana possession for adults. The measure also required the state to establish a regulatory structure for retail marijuana. On January 1, 2014, retail marijuana sales became legal, except where local governments prohibit retail marijuana sales.

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Cannabis Careers, Cannabis Licensing & Applications, Laws and Regulations, New York, Recreational, United States

What is a New York Adult-Use Processor Type 3 Branding License

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Discover what a New York Adult-Use Processor Type 3 Branding License is, the requirements to apply for one, fees, and resources for application assistance. An Adult-Use Processor Type 3 Branding license holder is authorized to market their brand(s) of cannabis product in New York State’s adult-use cannabis market.

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Cannabis Licensing & Applications, Cannabis News, Laws and Regulations, New York, United States

2025 New York Adult-Use Processor Type 3 Branding Licenses Now Available

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Apply now for a New York Adult-Use Processor Type 3 Branding License. The Branding License authorizes the brand licensee to enter into white label agreements with duly licensed cannabis processors in NYS who will manufacture the brand’s cannabis products. This license type DOES NOT authorize any cannabis plant touching activity or require a licensed premise in New York State. 

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