cannabis /tags/cannabis cannabis en-US Copyright Thu, 19 Dec 2024 10:00:00 GMT Ohio dispensaries frustrated by proposed new restrictions on ads for recreational cannabis /2024-12-19/ohio-dispensaries-frustrated-by-proposed-new-restrictions-on-ads-for-recreational-cannabis The Ohio Division of Cannabis Control has proposed new rules that would bar marijuana retailers from advertising on billboards, radio, television, the Internet or anywhere else deemed likely to reach kids under 18. Thu, 19 Dec 2024 10:00:00 GMT /2024-12-19/ohio-dispensaries-frustrated-by-proposed-new-restrictions-on-ads-for-recreational-cannabis Matthew Rand To test or not to test: Ohio employers adapt to the ins and outs of legal recreational cannabis /2024-12-16/to-test-or-not-to-test-ohio-employers-adapt-to-the-ins-and-outs-of-legal-recreational-cannabis Federal law doesn’t limit drug testing for marijuana, but state laws do vary, with some states restricting testing or discrimination based on cannabis use. What do Ohio employers need to know about navigating the potential legal minefield? Mon, 16 Dec 2024 11:10:00 GMT /2024-12-16/to-test-or-not-to-test-ohio-employers-adapt-to-the-ins-and-outs-of-legal-recreational-cannabis Douglas J. Guth Legal cannabis takes root in Ohio, shows potential to grow jobs /2024-11-25/legal-cannabis-takes-root-in-ohio-shows-potential-to-grow-jobs What does Ohio’s marijuana job market look like in the wake of legalization? Northeast Ohio marijuana experts and entrepreneurs weigh in on opportunities in the state’s recreational industry. Mon, 25 Nov 2024 11:10:00 GMT /2024-11-25/legal-cannabis-takes-root-in-ohio-shows-potential-to-grow-jobs Douglas J. Guth Children born to mothers who use cannabis during pregnancy can have learning deficits, study says /2024-10-28/children-born-to-mothers-who-use-cannabis-during-pregnancy-can-have-learning-deficits-study-says A new study by Nationwide Children’s Hospital found that the use of cannabis during pregnancy can affect thinking and learning skills before a child is born. The study also showed aggression can increase in children who are exposed to cannabis before birth. Mon, 28 Oct 2024 17:03:07 GMT /2024-10-28/children-born-to-mothers-who-use-cannabis-during-pregnancy-can-have-learning-deficits-study-says Debbie Holmes A new buzz: Cannabis-infused beverages offer a new high for consumers /2024-10-28/a-new-buzz-cannabis-infused-beverages-offer-a-new-high-for-consumers The emerging recreational cannabis market includes THC-infused beverages, but just how popular are these products? Entrepreneurs and industry observers consider the challenges and opportunities presented by cannabis-based drinks. Mon, 28 Oct 2024 10:15:00 GMT /2024-10-28/a-new-buzz-cannabis-infused-beverages-offer-a-new-high-for-consumers Douglas J. Guth Expect the unexpected: Ohio cannabis industry attracts new entrepreneurs /2024-10-25/expect-the-unexpected-ohio-cannabis-industry-attracts-new-entrepreneurs With recreational marijuana sales taking off in Ohio, new cannabis entrepreneurs are finding gaps to take advantage of in a wide-open marketplace. Fri, 25 Oct 2024 10:25:00 GMT /2024-10-25/expect-the-unexpected-ohio-cannabis-industry-attracts-new-entrepreneurs Douglas J. Guth Ohio's cannabis dispensaries surpass $10 million during earliest non-medical sales /2024-08-16/ohios-cannabis-dispensaries-surpass-10-million-during-earliest-non-medical-sales From Tuesday through Saturday, nearly 100 Ohio retailers sold $11.53 million in flower and processed products, including more than 1,200 pounds of plant material. Fri, 16 Aug 2024 05:01:32 GMT /2024-08-16/ohios-cannabis-dispensaries-surpass-10-million-during-earliest-non-medical-sales Sarah Donaldson Ohio's earliest cannabis sales drew crowds across the state. Some have sticker shock /2024-08-07/ohios-earliest-cannabis-sales-drew-crowds-across-the-state-some-have-sticker-shock Ohio Cannabis Co. was among the 98 dispensaries statewide to get dual-use certificates of operation to sell to both medical and non-medical customers who are 21 or older. Wed, 07 Aug 2024 11:33:40 GMT /2024-08-07/ohios-earliest-cannabis-sales-drew-crowds-across-the-state-some-have-sticker-shock Sarah Donaldson Marijuana industry finds it’s easier to grow cannabis than capital /2024-07-22/marijuana-industry-finds-its-easier-to-grow-cannabis-than-capital Current federal law prohibits banks from working with cannabis businesses. What can Ohio marijuana entrepreneurs do to protect their assets as the industry continues to gain footing nationally? Mon, 22 Jul 2024 10:10:00 GMT /2024-07-22/marijuana-industry-finds-its-easier-to-grow-cannabis-than-capital Douglas J. Guth From seed to sale: what vertical integration could mean for Ohio cannabis companies /2024-06-17/from-seed-to-sale-what-vertical-integration-could-mean-for-ohio-cannabis-companies What are the pros and cons of a vertically integrated cannabis model where companies are controlling all stages of production? Businesses attempting this have more licenses and compliance needs, but high start-up costs could lead to increased profits down the road. Mon, 17 Jun 2024 10:15:00 GMT /2024-06-17/from-seed-to-sale-what-vertical-integration-could-mean-for-ohio-cannabis-companies Douglas J. Guth