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The historic hearing scheduled to examine how marijuana is classified under federal law that could have potentially moved it into Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act has been postponed indefinitely. The DEA’s Chief Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) Mulrooney recently granted a request for leave to file an interlocutory appeal, resulting in the cancellation of…

CBD Oracle has released a set of objective, expert-backed criteria to help consumers find better hemp products and lay out clear expectations for companies.  The hemp industry has been a lifeline for many farmers, but it’s a minefield for consumers. Everyone tells you to check lab reports, but much of the time they don’t include…

Hemp is federally legal but now the number of states banning hemp derived products are on the rise. Cannabis is federally illegal, however, we are now at 40 states with legalized cannabis markets. There is also the growing anticipation for the DEA to approve the reclassification of cannabis from Schedule 1 to Schedule 3, as…

What is Craft Cannabis? Following state legalization and/or decriminalization, it doesn’t take long for dispensaries to be fully stocked with cannabis brands eager to get their products on shelves. Unfortunately, the flood of flower from cultivators that invest early into the new markets quickly turns into a creek as small independent farmers struggle to meet…

Published by NCIA’s Banking & Financial Services Committee (BFSC) Contributors: Tapan Ramachandran, CEO, Otterz Inc. | hello@otterz.co Neil Rosenfield, Tax Principal, Baker Tilly – neil.rosenfield@bakertilly.com Steven Gotsdiner, Senior Director, Tax, HBK, – sgotsdiner@hbkcpa.com Rochelle Dallons, CEO, Yield Bookkeeping Services – r.dallons@yieldbookkeeping.com As the cannabis industry continues to expand, operators face unique challenges in tax compliance and…

This December, in conjunction with MJBizCon’ s pre-show forum Association Day held 12/3/24,  Cannabis NewsHub asked participating associations the question “How does your organization bring value to your members and the growth of their business? 20+ Cannabis-related associations shared their thoughts on the value and member benefits they offer and these “INSIGHTS” were shared on Cannabis NewsHub’ s social media channels and are posted…

This fall, the National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA) held four Stakeholder Summits across the United States, gathering cannabis industry operators, regulators, investors, and advocates to tackle the unique regulatory, operational, and strategic challenges facing cannabis businesses today. Held in Michigan, New York, Ohio, and Southern California, these Summits offered actionable insights into the evolving landscape…

On November 19, the DEA’s Chief Administrative Law Judge John Mulrooney issued a ruling granting the National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA) full standing to participate in the upcoming hearings on the agency’s proposed rule to reclassify marijuana from Schedule I to III in the federal Controlled Substances Act. NCIA was the only party granted standing…

The cannabis industry is rapidly evolving—and so are the cannabis security solutions designed  to support it. Cannabis facilities, from cultivation sites to dispensaries, face a range of security  challenges, including compliance with regulations, risk of theft, and the complexities of  managing high-value inventory. Traditional security systems are often ineffective and costly, leaving significant gaps in…

The cannabis industry is evolving rapidly, and data is the key to staying ahead. If you missed our latest Service Solutions webinar, now’s your chance to catch up on everything shared by leading experts in the field. During this NCIA Industry Essentials session, we explored how cannabis and ancillary businesses can harness data to drive…

The cannabis industry is rapidly evolving, and navigating the complexities of compliant marketing has never been more critical. Missed our latest Industry Essentials: Committee Insights webinar, Unlocking Compliance: Understanding Cannabis Marketing Regulations? Don’t worry—the full recording is now available! This session, produced by NCIA’s Marketing & Advertising Committee, featured a dynamic panel of experts who…

As the legal cannabis industry continues to grow, the need for stringent security measures becomes increasingly critical. Among these measures, access controls stand out as a fundamental component for safeguarding premises, protecting inventory, and ensuring regulatory compliance.  Cannabis facilities face unique security challenges due to the high value of their products and stringent regulatory requirements….