In fall of 2023 I wrote about the lawsuit to end federal prohibition that wouldn’t really end federal prohibition. Last July, a federal district court ruled against Canna Provisions et al. in that case. On Wednesday, May 27th, the First Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the lower court’s ruling. The First Circuit decision means the feds are still […]

As Canada’s cannabis industry enters a new phase of maturity, business leaders are confronting some hard truths. Profitability is elusive, competition is intensifying, and traditional financing is drying up. Recent industry discussions have highlighted major trends reshaping the sector, from collapsing margins and outdated tax models to restructuring, consolidation, and cross-border uncertainty. This article offers […]

Notification of Multiple Voluntary Recalls May 30, 2025  N’Refused edible The Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) is issuing this notice of voluntary recall for multiple N’Refused edible products due to incomplete and incorrect regulatory compliance testing, and labeling that is attractive to children.   Spicy Mango Habanero packaging and product Sweet Strawberry packaging and product Tangy […]

The Guardia Civil and Spain’s national tax agency have arrested two individuals – a British man and a woman – for carrying 33 kilograms of marijuana in vacuum-packed packages in their luggage. The operation, which was prompted by the odd behaviour of the passengers, was carried out at Valencia Airport. The detainees had arrived in […]

OAKLAND – On May 23, 2025, the Oakland Police Department announced that its Alcohol Beverage Action Team (ABAT), the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA), and the California Department of Public Health Food and Drug Branch (CDPH) conducted a joint inspection of a smoke shop in the 3500 block of International Boulevard. The […]

Since California legalized recreational cannabis in 2016, licensed operators have faced stiff competition from the illicit market. Based on current estimates, only about 40% of California consumers purchase cannabis from legal sources. However, if new enforcement measures proposed by Gov. Gavin Newsom come to pass, the tides may soon be turning in favor of the […]