Member Blog: How to Build a Sustainable Cannabis Packaging Solution
According to NielsenIQ, 92% of consumers say sustainability is important when choosing a brand today….
Member Blog: How to Build a Sustainable Cannabis Packaging Solution
According to NielsenIQ, 92% of consumers say sustainability is important when choosing a brand today. Packaging can play a significant role in helping brands meet their sustainability goals and attract eco-conscious consumers. Designing and manufacturing sustainable packaging requires a holistic approach that includes understanding the actual container, the manufacturing process, transportation and energy requirements, carbon…
Indy Education: Schools show off fruits of their labor at Vegas student farmers market
Good morning, and welcome to the Indy Education newsletter. I’m Rocio Hernandez, The Nevada Independent’s K-12 education reporter. This newsletter provides a recap of the latest education stories and highlights interesting educators, students, programs and other events and resources throughout the state. Click here to subscribe to the newsletter. I want to hear from you!…
Committee Blog: The Importance of Insurance and Risk Management for Early State Applicants
Published by NCIA’s Risk Management & Insurance Committee (RMIC) 2024 is shaping up to be a bang-up year for cannabis whether its constant news about the potential for federal action regarding rescheduling, or multiple states expanding their current cannabis markets or entering the cannabis space for the first time. As exciting as all this is for…
The future is bright
It’s been two months since I told you about The Indy’s restructuring. I am thrilled to tell you that 60 days later, we have stabilized the ship, and I see smooth sailing ahead. There is still work to do, and we still need your help in achieving long-term sustainability. But thanks to a dedicated revenue…
Igniting Conversations: NCIA’s Stakeholder Summit Series Sparks Dialogue
In recent months, the National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA) has embarked on a transformative journey, bringing together industry leaders, regulators, policymakers, and advocates for a series of Stakeholder Summits across the United States. From the sun-drenched streets of California to the bustling cities of Maryland and the picturesque landscapes of Colorado, these events have served…
Committee Blog: Crash & Grab – Hitting the Brakes on a Cannabis Burglary Trend
So, you run a cannabis business. You’ve spent years and years going through the licensing process, finding a suitable facility, hiring qualified employees, and growing top shelf buds to impress sophisticated buyers. It hasn’t been easy – and it hasn’t been cheap. But that feeling you get when you help a sick customer find their…
Member Post: Amazon’s “Hemp” Products Are Lying to You, New CBD Oracle Lab Study Finds
Amazon’s “Hemp” Products Are Lying to You (and Hurting the Industry), New CBD Oracle Lab Study Finds TL;DR: A CBD Oracle investigation finds that 43% of hemp products sold on Amazon often don’t contain hemp at all, and are deceptively marketed to evade Amazon’s lax enforcement. The independent investigation of the hemp market on Amazon…
Member Blog: Regulating the Cannabis Industry for Accuracy and Integrity
Regulating the Cannabis Industry for Accuracy and Integrity In the fast-evolving landscape of the cannabis industry, ensuring accurate testing standards is paramount to safeguarding consumer safety, maintaining regulatory compliance, and fostering fair market competition. However, a pervasive challenge known as cannabinoid inflation threatens to undermine these essential principles, posing a significant obstacle to the industry’s…
Empower Your Voice: Unveiling NCIA’s Updated Congressional Scorecard
In just over 200 days, people across the country will head to the ballot box to make their voices heard. As you take the time to consider the issues that matter the most to you and which candidates best align with those values, NCIA is here to help with our recently updated congressional scorecard. Our…
Member Blog: How to Hire a Fractional Cannabis CFO
Small businesses — from startup to $20 million — face challenges when it comes to hiring accounting and finance staff. In addition to the budget-breaking cost of an in-house finance team, it’s not easy to find, train and manage the right people within the day-to-day of a growing business. Not to mention the fact that…
