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“Those are mature marketplaces, and you are surpassing them. Missouri is doing amazing things, and we expect tremendous growth in this market going forward.” By Rebecca Rivas, Missouri Independent In less than two years of selling legal recreational weed, Missouri’s cannabis market has grown to $1.4 billion—outperforming states with a longer history of marijuana legalization like Arizona, Colorado and Nevada. “Those are mature marketplaces, and you are surpassing them,” said Laurie Parfitt, CEO at LKP Impact Consulting. “Missouri is doing amazing things, and we expect tremendous growth in this market going forward.” Parfitt gave a year’s overview of Missouri’s cannabis market as…

For women in the United States, health and wellness are among the leading motivators to try cannabis products or use them more frequently, according to a newly released poll exploring what women want in marijuana. When it comes to picking between cannabis products, meanwhile, price is by far the leading factor. Among all women 21 and older who participated in the new YouGov poll, the top six reasons given for what would encourage them to “try cannabis products or use them more frequently” were all therapeutic. They included the potential to improve sleep quality, manage pain and discomfort, promote relaxation,…

Rappers Xzibit and Snoop Dogg have each opened dispensaries in California, aiming to bring the cultural legacy of cannabis into a unique destination for beginners and enthusiasts alike. Each of the two has stood up for the importance of cannabis culture in their lives, moving the industry forward and putting an emphasis on the experience above all. Xzibit’s West Coast Cannabis Club (XWCC) and Snoop Dogg’s SWED (“Smoke Weed Every Day”) are more than just dispensaries, but authentic and significant brands looking to make a difference. Why Xzibit Created XWCC Xzibit’s XWCC is a fusion of West Coast culture, cannabis…

One thing that’s clear is that THCA flower isn’t going anywhere any time soon.  In short, THCA flower is raw hemp flower, which is legal, but it’s been cultivated to produce high levels of THCA, which is THC’s raw precursor.  Basically, THCA flower and marijuana flower are chemically identical, and it’s just a sort of legal loophole that isn’t looking like it’s going to change in the near future. Now, pure THCA flower is awesome as it is – after all, it’s the same thing as weed – but if you’ve been following the latest in hemp industry trends, then…

“It’s about the people.” Elite Cultivation, headquartered in Wynnewood, Oklahoma, is more than a medicinal marijuana distributor, it’s an extension of the Elite culture carefully curated by founder and owner Richard Freeman.  Freeman, an Oklahoma native, owns and operates five different companies including Elite Motorsports, which, in addition to providing race teams with the best motorcoaches, trailers, truck and trailer combinations, race cars and equipment in the industry, also fields the largest drag racing team in the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) with drivers like six-time world champions Erica Enders and Jeg Coughlin Jr. “He’s a bells and whistles guy,…

Great news, America. The price of cannabis should fall for most of your adult life. Legalization has ushered in economies of scale—bringing a $60 bag down to $6. There’s penny joints, buy one get one free, buy two get one free, and on and on.The question remains—how do I get at this fabulous affordable herb? Here’s a Leafly Cannabis 101 article on why you should shop early for cannabis deals.Wait, there are deals on weed in stores now?If you just woke up from a coma, there are 24 legalization states, and over 40 medical ones. Thousands of dispensaries blanket the…

Grow your favorite strains more easily with seeds from these top sources. These recommendations on the best autoflower seed banks are made by Leafly’s Product Picks team after extensive research, internal debate, and expert consultation. If you buy through links on this page, we may earn a small commission.Growing your own cannabis has never been easier, and more and more Americans are discovering their green thumbs and falling in love with cannabis cultivation. A big part of the plant’s newfound popularity is the rise of autoflowering strains, which have charmed novice and expert growers alike with their low-maintenance growing style…

93 points out of 100Price: $30/a package of ten gummies (50mg THC total)Your day turns downright peachy when you bite into one of Minny Grown‘s plump, chewy and fruit-forward peach gummies. Each one contains 5 milligrams of federally-legal, hemp-derived delta-9 THC, and delivers a warm and balanced high that lends itself to both chatty hangs and your quiet evening wind-down.Although I would’ve preferred the gummy to have less of a sugary coating, the Minnesota brand otherwise knocked this one out of the park. It kept me calm, relaxed, and socially functional for hours; a combination that’s far from guaranteed for…

The votes are coming in, and it’s time to see what 2024 means for cannabis lovers like you. From local measures to national policies, this year’s election could be a game-changer for anyone who believes in a little herbal freedom. Whether you’re in a state where weed’s still a bit of a gray area or you’re looking to see expanded rights and better pricing, this election’s outcomes could impact everything from where you buy to how much you’ll pay—and maybe even what you can grow at home.So, what just happened? We’re breaking down the most important wins and losses in…

Cannabis use during pregnancy has been increasing in the US, and many people may be wondering what impacts this trend could have on children. Some previous research has pointed towards the possibility that prenatal cannabis exposure could increase the likelihood of having autistic children. But a recent study—one of the largest ever conducted on cannabis and autism—found that cannabis exposure in early pregnancy did not lead to higher odds of an autism diagnosis.What is autism?Autism is classified as a developmental disorder. It impacts how individuals interact with others, communicate, learn, and experience life. One in 36 Americans are diagnosed with…