Do government-run cannabis retail sales work?
Minnesota tests government-run cannabis retail. Explore how municipal ownership models impact commercial brands, market …
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Study: Medical Cannabis Effective Against Anxiety and Depression for Autism Patients
New Minnesota study shows medical cannabis reduces anxiety and depression in autism patients, offering clinical insights…
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Medical Marijuana Helps People With Autism Reduce Anxiety And Depression, Government Study Shows
Minnesota study of 1,800 autism patients shows medical marijuana reduces anxiety and depression, impacting dispensary pa…
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Cova Powers the Marketplace at Legacy Cup, Minnesota’s Cannabis Festival Drawing 10,000+ Attendees
Cova powers the retail marketplace at Minnesota's Legacy Cup, showcasing how POS tech enables compliant on-site sales at…
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Minnesota Passes $250 Million in Cannabis Sales Since Adult-Use Legalization
Minnesota crosses $250 million in total cannabis sales, signaling strong regional demand and new opportunities for dispe…
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Americans don’t think cannabis is dangerous, new poll shows (Newsletter: September 16, 2026)
New poll shows Americans view cannabis as safe. Read industry updates on state sales, federal bills, and regulatory shif…
Read more →Minnesota cannabis sales hit $250 million in first year of adult-use
Minnesota cannabis sales hit $250M in year one, with social equity applicants holding 43% of licenses and small operator…
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Minnesota Dispensaries Have Sold Over A Quarter Of A Billion Dollars Worth Of Marijuana Since Legal Sales Launched A Year Ago
Minnesota cannabis sales surpassed 250 million dollars in the first year of legal recreational retail, signaling strong …
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Medical Marijuana Helps Cancer Patients With Pain, Anxiety And Nausea, Government Study Shows
New Minnesota government study reveals medical marijuana significantly reduces cancer patient pain, anxiety, and nausea …
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Grand Rapids, Minnesota Planning to Open City-Run Dispensary by July 2027
Grand Rapids, Minnesota plans to open a city-run cannabis dispensary by July 2027, following the municipality-led retail…
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Teen Cannabis Use Dropped by More than 60% in Minnesota After Legalization
A new study shows teen cannabis use in Minnesota dropped by over 60% post-legalization, challenging long-standing argume…
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Minnesota Is On The Cusp Of Making Psychedelic Medicine Available (Op-Ed)
Minnesota's Psychedelic Medicine Task Force prepares for therapeutic psilocybin access. Learn what this regulatory shift…
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Medical Marijuana Significantly Improves Life Enjoyment Among Pain Patients, Study From Minnesota State Officials Shows
New Minnesota OCM study confirms medical marijuana significantly improves quality of life and physical wellbeing for chr…
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Minnesota Lab Closes Cannabis Testing Program Following License Suspension
Minnesota lab Legend Technical Services closes cannabis testing program after license suspension, impacting regional com…
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CannaCon Returns to St. Paul June 26–27, Bringing Industry Leaders, Education, and Networking to Minnesota’s Cannabis Market
CannaCon returns to St. Paul June 26-27, 2026, offering B2B networking and regulatory insights from Minnesota's Office o…
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Minnesota Gov. Signs Law Streamlining Medical and Adult-Use Cannabis Supply Chains
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz signs law separating medical and adult-use cannabis licensing with new, stricter cultivation…
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Minnesota Regulators Freeze Cannabis Testing Lab’s License
Minnesota regulators have suspended the license of Legend Technical Services, impacting local cannabis testing and suppl…
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Minnesota Lawmakers Pass Cannabis Bill Merging Medical & Adult-Use Supply Chains
Minnesota lawmakers pass HF4203 to merge medical and adult-use cannabis supply chains, aiming to streamline operations a…
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White House drug czar says cannabis is “still illegal” after rescheduling (Newsletter: May 11, 2026)
White House clarifies that cannabis remains federally illegal despite Schedule III rescheduling; market implications for…
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Minnesota Lawmakers Pass Bill To Legalize Psilocybin Therapy
Minnesota House votes to legalize regulated psilocybin therapy. Learn what this shift in health policy means for the fut…
Read more →Cannabis Use Rates By Minnesota Teens Dropped from 2013 to 2025
Minnesota teen cannabis use sharply declined from 2013-2025, with 11th and 9th graders showing significant drops, positi…
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Minnesota: Far Fewer Young People Consuming Cannabis, Survey Finds
New Minnesota survey shows fewer young people consuming cannabis, suggesting regulated markets can be safe and effective…
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Teen Marijuana Use Is Lower Now Than Before Legalization, Government Study From Minnesota Officials Shows
Minnesota study shows teen cannabis use is lower post-legalization, challenging opponents' claims and offering crucial d…
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Minnesota Passes $50M In Total Adult-Use Cannabis Sales
Minnesota's adult-use cannabis market quickly surpasses $50M in total sales since September, showing strong growth and o…
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Minnesota Allows Hemp Businesses to Continue Using Out-of-State Testing Labs Until Next Year
Minnesota extends out-of-state hemp testing lab use until 2027, offering vital relief and flexibility for local hemp bus…
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