John Pletz, Author at Green Market Report

The allegations stem from the failed deal between Verano and Goodness Growth (now known as Vireo Growth).

Gov. JB Pritzker had made the bill a priority.

The bill includes a provision that would require Delta-8 products to be sold in state-licensed cannabis dispensaries.

Gov. JB Pritzker plans to make the case Friday for the Illinois House of Representatives to pass a law to crack down on intoxicating hemp.

When Illinois legislators legalized recreational marijuana in 2019, some saw a short path to riches but it has turned into a slog.

The sale signals that some of the newly issued dispensary licenses are beginning to change hands.

After a string of referendum wins in states such as Ohio, the industry lost in Florida, where it fell short of the 60% required.

The facility was expected to house a cannabis research center.

Falling prices, steep competition contributed to the revenue decrease.

Securing locations was the the key to retaining licenses in the diversity led lottery.

Author: John Pletz