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Green Thumb Industries Posts Strong Q3 Results Amid Industry Headwinds
Green Thumb Industries (GTI) reported Q3 revenue of $291.4 million, net income of $23.3 million, and $74.1 million in cash flow from operations. The strong performance highlights the company’s disciplined growth strategy and financial stability amid industry headwinds.
Minnesota and the Fond du Lac Band Sign Historic Cannabis Compact
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa signed a historic cannabis compact establishing shared regulatory authority. The agreement strengthens state-tribal collaboration and sets a new national example for responsible, inclusive cannabis market development.
Missouri Cracks Down on Hemp-Derived THC Beverages as Market Booms
Missouri regulators are preparing enforcement actions against the state’s booming hemp-derived THC beverage market, which is projected to grow 25% in 2025. As federal oversight remains unclear, Missouri joins other states in tightening control to protect consumers and ensure market integrity.
MariMed Expands Into New York’s $6 Billion Cannabis Market
Massachusetts-based MariMed is expanding into New York through a licensing partnership with Farm 2 Hand LLC, giving it access to the state’s $6 billion adult-use cannabis market. The deal highlights the growing trend of compliance-focused brand licensing as a key strategy for national cannabis growth.
Cannabis Moves Closer to Mainstream Medicine
The American Council of Cannabis Medicine is partnering with insurers, health systems, and wellness organizations to expand medically guided cannabis access. This collaboration marks a major step toward integrating cannabis into mainstream healthcare and reshaping how patients receive treatment.
Florida’s Adult-Use Cannabis Campaign Faces Signature Lawsuit
A new lawsuit threatens to derail Florida’s adult-use cannabis initiative by challenging up to 200,000 voter signatures. As the state’s legalization campaign faces mounting legal and political hurdles, the future of recreational cannabis in Florida hangs in the balance.
Cannabis Is Officially Mainstream: What the New National Study Reveals
A new national study by MRI-Simmons reveals that 31% of U.S. adults have used cannabis in the past six months, confirming its place in mainstream wellness culture. As acceptance grows, cannabis is being redefined from a taboo topic to a trusted part of health and lifestyle — bringing new opportunities and challenges for businesses.
Ohio Senate Advances Marijuana DUI Reform: A Step Toward Fairness and Clarity
Ohio’s Senate has approved a major overhaul of marijuana DUI laws, requiring proof of actual impairment instead of relying on residual THC levels. The reform marks a shift toward science-based policy, setting a fairer and more accurate standard for cannabis enforcement.
Veterans, Cannabis, and a New Chapter: VFW Partners with Torch to Launch THC-Infused Drinks
The VFW is partnering with Torch Beverage Company to sell hemp-derived THC seltzers across 27 states—marking a cultural shift in how cannabis is viewed by veterans and the mainstream. Proceeds will go toward supporting veterans in need, bridging wellness and advocacy through responsible cannabis use.
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