New Jersey Cannabis Experts Offer Guidance at CPA Conference
The New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) virtual conference earlier this month featured New Jersey cannabis experts discussing issues in the market, including Social Equity. NJ Cannabis Regulatory Commission (NJCRC) Vice Chair Sam Delgado first went over the basics of the New Jersey adult-use cannabis market and the license application process. “New Jersey […]
The 420 Expo, NJ’s 1st BYOC Consumer Cannabis Convention
There isn’t a better way to celebrate New Jersey’s cannabis legalization than the 420 Expo. It will be one of the first-ever consumer cannabis conventions at the New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center in Edison, September 16-18, 2022. Presented by Wakit Grinders, the 420 Expo will be a celebration of all things cannabis related. On-site […]
NJ-CRC Director Discusses Cannabis Market Licensing Process
The NJ CannaBusiness Association (NJCBA) held a “Lunch and Learn” webinar with NJ Cannabis Regulatory Commission (NJ-CRC) Executive Director Jeff Brown about the New Jersey cannabis market license process. “We’re pushing to get through that as quickly as we can,” he said about it. “We’re going to devote whatever staff resources we have to get […]
MSO Ascend Dispensary Opens NJ’s 27th in Fort Lee
The Multi-State Operator (MSO) vertically integrated out-of-state cannabis corporation Ascend opened New Jersey’s 27th medical cannabis dispensary in Fort Lee, NJ, in Bergen County. They are located at 461-469 West State Street in Fort Lee. It opened on Friday. Fort Lee is across from New York City via the George Washington Bridge. Thus, they are […]
Bayonne Council to Vote on Cannabis Revisions Next Week
The Bayonne City Council agreed that they would vote on new legal cannabis revisions next week when they set the agenda during their caucus. They are prepared to vote on the first reading of two cannabis ordinances on August 17th: one to establish which zones where cannabis businesses aren’t permitted and another to establish terms of license […]
Scutari Introduces Interstate Cannabis Commerce Bill
NJ Senate President Nick Scutari (D-Union) introduced a bill that would allow interstate cannabis commerce. However, the United States Congress would still need to pass a law that the President would have to sign allowing interstate commerce. Joe Biden favored the War on Drugs and has done little contrary to that position. So interstate cannabis […]
How To Make Weed Edibles
Making weed edibles like brownies at home is a simple and fun process. With your homemade cannabis edibles, you can enjoy a longer high. Adult-use weed edibles are currently not available in the New Jersey adult-use cannabis market. The NJ Cannabis Regulatory Commission has said that weed edibles will be permitted in the future. Many […]
St Peter’s University Sues Medusa Dispensary Lounge
St. Peter’s University is continuing its crusade against the Medusa dispensary and cannabis consumption lounge by filing a lawsuit against them.
Lessons from the California Adult-use Cannabis Industry for New Jersey
Cannabis advocate and industry leader Steve DeAngelo offered insight into the California adult-use cannabis industry. He discussed taxes and legacy operators so that New Jersey might learn. The California adult-use cannabis industry has suffered due to high taxes and excessive red tape. It has caused many medical cannabis companies to go to the gray or […]
Cannabis Concentrates: Which Is the Best?
From shatter and live resin to distillate, budder, and wax, there are a lot of cannabis concentrates choices on the market. It can be tough to know which one is right for you. There are some key differences that can help you decide. For example, shatter is known for its high potency, while live resin […]
House Lawmakers File Bill to Expunge Cannabis Misdemeanors
Representatives Troy Carter (D-LA-2) and Rodney Davis (R-IL-13) introduced a bipartisan bill to expunge federal cannabis misdemeanors. The Marijuana Misdemeanor Expungement Act would create an expungement mechanism for low-level violations of federal marijuana law. It would also provide an expedited process that clears non-felony marijuana offenses lingering in the federal system. The bill would deliver justice […]
Respect My Region Partners With 33 Cannabis Companies for 2nd Annual North American Weed Tour
Respect My Region (RMR) has launched its second annual North American Weed Tour to highlight 33 cannabis companies. The cannabis companies include 23 cannabis retailers and 30 media sites, public relations groups, and influencers across North America in the United States and Canada. RMR is a Seattle-based award-winning media, music, cannabis, and technology company. “Each year, […]