How to Build a Cannabis Business Continuity Plan Before the Next Natural Disaster By Nichelle Santos Founder, CEO CannaCoverage Insurance and CannaShield Compliance “The power was out for days, and we had no cooling. We lost inventory, time, and trust.” — Reported sentiment from multiple Texas cannabis retailers after Hurricane Beryl (July 2024) The Problem:…
As the cannabis industry continues its rapid expansion, the demand for high-quality cannabis extracts for medicinal, recreational, and industrial applications is skyrocketing. With this growth comes increased pressure on businesses to innovate, scale production, and meet evolving operational challenges — all while navigating a complex web of occupational safety and regulatory requirements. Among these, chemical…
A few years ago, picking a CBD gummy was simple—grab the fruitiest one on the shelf and hope it worked. But as users got smarter, so did the products. People started asking, What’s actually in this? How much CBD do I really need? And can it do more than just help me relax? That curiosity…
While cannabis reform has always moved at a glacial pace in Washington, D.C., 2025 seems like an extreme example. To date, Congress has introduced almost no standalone legislation related to the issue and efforts to reclassify marijuana have stalled; but the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) has seemed more willing to examine the…
Some THC gummies just hit better. No weird aftertaste, no sudden crash, and definitely no guessing if it’s working. You take one, and it feels… right. Then there are the others. The ones that feel off from the start—too sweet, too melty, too all-over-the-place with the effects. The difference usually isn’t about the dose. It’s…
The first half of 2025 has brought NCIA committee members together each month to discuss industry trends, changing regulations and how those are impacting their businesses. NCIA committee members have been busy producing some great content this year as well! Follow the links below for a quick recap of some of the blogs & webinars…
Published by NCIA’s Banking & Financial Services Committee (BFSC) Executive Summary A potential U.S. Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) represents one of the most disruptive technologies on the horizon for the financial world, with profound implications for the cannabis industry. While a “digital dollar” could theoretically solve the industry’s payment rail issues overnight, it also introduces…
Dear NCIA Members & Supporters, After 15 unforgettable years, I’ll be stepping down as CEO of NCIA, effective August 15. Launching and growing this association — and serving incredible members like you — has been the defining experience of my professional life. While the decision wasn’t easy, I’ve reached a point where I’m ready to…
NCIA is closely following the tragic events surrounding the recent ICE raid at a licensed cannabis farm in California that resulted in the death of farmworker Jaime Alanís Garcia. Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time. NCIA takes any potential violation of labor laws extremely seriously, and we believe…
Cannabis cultivation has seen dramatic advances in genetics, lighting, and environmental controls—but post-harvest processing remains stuck in the past. Traditional drying and curing methods, often involving hang-drying in climate-controlled rooms for 10–21 days, are not only time- and labor-intensive but prone to microbial contamination, terpene degradation, and batch inconsistency. Enter Flash Frozen Curing, a patented…
