Millennials: big consumers of pre-rolls

Millennials: big consumers of pre-rolls

November 18 2024Products

According to an American study, millennials are the biggest consumers of pre-rolls, accounting for 45% of the market. The study also shows that these consumers prefer high-intensity prerouls, as well as those infused or fitted with filter tips.

Increase in net and comprehensive income of SQDC

Increase in net and comprehensive income of SQDC

November 15 2024Daily news

At the end of the second quarter of SQDC's 2024-2025 fiscal year, overall net income rose from $24.9 million to $29.4 million, compared with the same period last year. Tax revenues generated by its operations in the form of consumption and excise taxes amounted to $61.4 million, of which $43.9 million went to the Quebec government and $17.5 million to the federal government.

First license issued in Kahnawà:ke

First license issued in Kahnawà:ke

November 15 2024Daily news

On November 8, the Kahnawà:ke Cannabis Control Board issued its first cannabis micro-production license to MSJ Cultivation.

Proposed 175% increase in import duties

Proposed 175% increase in import duties

November 13 2024International

Following the report on the so-called “dumping” of products, Israel's Ministry of Economy, Nir Barkat, is proposing to increase import duties by up to 175% on Canadian cannabis products sold under the medical cannabis program. He proposes to impose taxes of 2% on Decibel, 33% on Village Farms (Pure Sunfarms), 39% on Organigram, 77% on Tilray and up to 175% on all other companies.

Weather impacting cannabis cultivation in France

Weather impacting cannabis cultivation in France

November 12 2024International

According to the French Association of Cannabinoid Producers (AFPC), growers are struggling to keep up with demand in the country after a summer season undermined by capricious weather. As a result, production has fallen by around 50% this year.

American elections: what consequences for the industry?

American elections: what consequences for the industry?

November 7 2024Unites States

With the election of Donald Trump, many industry leaders are wondering what the next few years will look like for the industry. According to many experts, the Trump administration could place greater emphasis on state autonomy, and favor a more libertarian reform than that proposed by Mrs. Harris.

CBD degrades Candida yeast membranes

CBD degrades Candida yeast membranes

November 5 2024Research

CBD is said to slow the growth of the yeast that causes oral thrush and certain vaginal infections. This would be an interesting alternative to the antifungals currently used as they can cause a variety of side effects.

Cannabis on the ballot

Cannabis on the ballot

November 1 2024Unites States

As we all know, November is shaping up to be a busy month full of political twists and turns for our American neighbors. So which the states that could legalize cannabis in November? To find out, click the link in the comments.

Budtenders drive brand loyalty

Budtenders drive brand loyalty

November 1 2024Products

Budtenders have a front-row seat to customer relations, since many customers make their purchasing decisions directly in cannabis stores. Hence the importance of educating budtenders to ensure that they have everything they need to become true brand ambassadors and build customer loyalty.

Ontario to invest $31 million to fight the illicit cannabis market

Ontario to invest $31 million to fight the illicit cannabis market

October 31 2024Daily news

The Ontario government will invest $31 million over the next three years to combat the “production, sale and distribution of illegal cannabis in the online and offline space”.

Costa Rica will allow cannabis products in pharmacies

Costa Rica will allow cannabis products in pharmacies

October 30 2024International

In mid-October, new regulations came into force allowing a more flexible classification of cannabis, paving the way for the sale of cannabis products as therapeutic rather than strictly medical. As a result, from 2025, pharmacies with a manufacturing license will be able to sell cannabis-based products, including flowers, extracts, oils and edibles.

The arithmetic of the cannabis market

The arithmetic of the cannabis market

October 25 2024Canada

How much do Canadian cannabis producers earn? An infographic from the BC Cannabis Alliance reveals the cost to growers and what's really in their pockets.