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Ohio Republicans, Despite Voters Choice To Legalize Cannabis, Seek THC Restrictions, Higher Prices

COLUMBUS - Although voters overwhelmingly chose to legalize recreational marijuana in 2023, one of the most powerful leaders in the state plans to dramatically change what Ohioans selected. So far, the policy has been safeguarded, but changes are a foot in 2025. Dispensaries and users are worried about what Ohio Senate President Matt Huffman, R-Lima,

By |2024-12-10T19:37:09-05:00December 10th, 2024|Marijuana Business, News|

Ohio May Put Restrictions On Intoxicating Hemp

COLUMBUS - Three proposed bills are now afloat in the Ohio state legislature that would put controls on the market for unregulated hemp intoxicants in the state. The latest draft law, introduced by Republican State Sen. Steve Huffman last month, would essentially ban the sale of products containing the hemp compounds. Senate Bill 326 would

By |2024-12-06T13:06:33-05:00December 6th, 2024|Marijuana Business, News|

Ohio Cannabis Prices On Downward Slope Since Legalization In August.

COLUMBUS - The price of cannabis has gradually dropped since the launch of recreational sale in Ohio this summer, according to state data. Local dispensaries have reported a slower-than-expected start to the adult-use program, pointing to consumer confusion, vendor costs and Ohio’s unique set of program rules as some contributing factors. “We would agree with the

By |2024-12-03T18:58:15-05:00December 3rd, 2024|Marijuana Business, Microsoft, News, Reviews|

Ohio Adult-Use Sales Through Nov. 30 Top $191 Million

Since the sale of adult-use cannabis began back on August 6, Ohioans have spent roughly $10 million per week on the product. According to the Department of Commerce Division of Cannabis Control, as of Nov. 30, adult-use sales have topped $191 million. The team at Cresco Labs, a marijuana growing facility in Yellow Springs, Ohio, said

By |2024-12-03T18:49:58-05:00December 3rd, 2024|Marijuana Business, News|

CRA Proposed Administrative Rules Changes

LANSING - Join Derek Sova, policy specialist with the Cannabis Regulatory Agency, to learn about the changes being proposed to the marihuana rules. The CRA began the rule promulgation process in 2023 by releasing a summary of proposed changes and soliciting feedback from interested stakeholders. In addition to a review of those changes, the session

By |2024-12-03T19:05:22-05:00December 1st, 2024|Featured, Gadgets, Marijuana Business, Microsoft, News, Tutorials|

Ohio Dispensaries Kick Off Green Wednesdays With Weekly Sales

CINCINNATI - Cincinnati area dispensaries are spreading seasonal cheer as they participate in the very first “Green Wednesday” in Ohio since adult-use cannabis legalization last year. On Nov. 7, 2023, Ohio became the twenty-fourth state in the U.S. to legalize adult-use cannabis with 57% of voters casting a ballot in favor of Issue 2. Although

Legal Cannabis In Ohio Also Growing Jobs

COLUMBUS  - The Indeed employment website is rife with Ohio-based entry-level cultivator, trimmer and customer service positions. Cannabis businesses are also in need of skilled maintenance professionals to support grow facilities, not to mention experienced marketers to brand their operations. Given the industry's novelty, companies are actively recruiting individuals from outside the sector to fill workforce gaps.

By |2024-11-29T16:45:40-05:00November 29th, 2024|Android, Featured, Hardware, Marijuana Business, Microsoft, News, Reviews, Tutorials|

Ohio’s New House Speaker Promises To Nix Cannabis Legalization

COLUMBUS - Ohio House Republicans have chosen Matt Huffman, the current Senate president, as their next House speaker. Huffman, unopposed in the caucus vote, is known for his hardline conservative agenda, including his intent to reverse Ohio’s recently implemented recreational marijuana legalization law. Huffman’s leadership approach signals a significant shift for Ohio. His priorities include

By |2024-11-25T09:50:20-05:00November 25th, 2024|Android, Apple, Apps, Gadgets, Hardware, Marijuana Business, Microsoft, News, Reviews, Tutorials|

Michigan Shuts Down Industrial Hemp Program That Now Reverts To USDA Control

GRAND HAVEN - Michigan has closed its industrial hemp program, leaving farmers to operate directly under the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), and signaling potentially significant changes for hemp cultivators and processors in the state. Under USDA rules, pre-harvest THC testing protocols are stricter, and all tests must be conducted at federally approved laboratories. Farmers

By |2024-11-22T12:44:41-05:00November 22nd, 2024|Featured, Marijuana Business, News|

Ohio’s Cannabis Business Making Big Bucks, But Leaving Millions Of Dollars On The Table

COLUMBUS - Despite more than $2 billion in total cannabis sales, the state of Ohio is leaving money on the table. At BeneLeaves' Ohio-based headquarters, there's plenty of green to go around, but not the type Bill Williams used to work with. "I was selling canned vegetables before I came here," Williams chuckled as he sat

By |2024-11-20T17:27:05-05:00November 20th, 2024|Marijuana Business, News|