Minnesota Cannabis & Hemp News
Tracking legislation, licensing, enforcement, court rulings, and milestones across Minnesota's cannabis and hemp industry. 710 published updates and counting, compiled from official and public sources.
Mille Lacs Band is second Minnesota tribe to sign deal to open off-reservation cannabis stores
The Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe Indians has signed a deal to open off-reservation cannabis stores, making it the second Minnesota tribe to pursue this commercial arrangement. This d...
Star Tribune
Mille Lacs Band signs cannabis compact, looks to become statewide supplier
The Mille Lacs Band has signed a cannabis compact, positioning itself to become a statewide cannabis supplier in Minnesota. This agreement allows the tribe to engage in cannabis p...
MPR News
Cannabis Licensing Moves Forward Across Minnesota
The article reports on progress in cannabis licensing developments occurring throughout Minnesota. Harris Sliwoski LLP, a law firm, is providing coverage or commentary on these li...
Harris Sliwoski LLP
The last bite: What comes first in Minnesota, more hemp growers or buyers?
An article examining the supply and demand dynamics of Minnesota's hemp industry, questioning whether the state will see growth in hemp growers or buyers first as the market devel...
Star Tribune
Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management awards $1 million in grants
The Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management has awarded $1 million in grants. The announcement represents a significant funding initiative by the state regulatory agency to suppor...
kare11.com
MN Office of Cannabis Management Announces Recipients of CanRenew Grant
The Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management has announced the recipients of the CanRenew Grant program. The grant program provides funding to eligible cannabis industry participan...
fox21online.com
Minnesota Announces Recipients of $1M CanRenew Cannabis Grant Funds
Minnesota announced recipients of $1 million in CanRenew cannabis grant funds, distributing financial support to selected applicants in the state's cannabis industry. The grant pr...
Cannabis Business Times
Can Minnesota cannabis dispensaries compete with black market weed?
An article examining whether Minnesota's legal cannabis dispensaries can effectively compete with the state's black market in terms of pricing, product availability, and consumer ...
minnpost.com
‘A patchwork of prohibition’: Cities, counties find ways to block cannabis businesses
Cities and counties across Minnesota are using local ordinances and zoning restrictions to block or limit cannabis business operations within their jurisdictions, creating inconsi...
MPR News
Newly appointed Office of Cannabis Management director says state has issued 13 microbusiness licenses
Minnesota's newly appointed Office of Cannabis Management director announced that the state has issued 13 microbusiness licenses to date. This represents progress in the state's c...
MPR News
Eric Taubel appointed as permanent Office of Cannabis Management director
Eric Taubel has been appointed as the permanent director of the Office of Cannabis Management. This represents a leadership transition for Minnesota's cannabis regulatory agency.
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Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management names permanent director - FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
The Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management has appointed a permanent director to lead the state agency. This represents a significant step in establishing permanent leadership fo...
FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
Walz appoints Eric Taubel as cannabis office executive director
Governor Tim Walz appointed Eric Taubel as executive director of Minnesota's cannabis office. This appointment fills a key leadership position in the state's cannabis regulatory a...
Minnesota Reformer
Gov. Walz appoints new executive director for Office of Cannabis Management
Governor Walz has appointed a new executive director to lead Minnesota's Office of Cannabis Management. This appointment represents a leadership change in the state agency respons...
KTTC | Rochester, MN
Minnesota’s interim cannabis regulator to continue role on permanent basis
Minnesota's interim cannabis regulator has been appointed to continue serving in a permanent capacity. This represents a transition from temporary to permanent leadership of the s...
Star Tribune
Office of Cannabis Management responds to Albert Lea City Council's vote against first pot shop
The Office of Cannabis Management issued a response to Albert Lea City Council's decision to vote against allowing the first cannabis retail shop in the city. The response address...
kare11.com
State grants ‘social equity’ cannabis license to man with troubling criminal past
Minnesota's cannabis regulatory authority granted a social equity license to an individual with a documented criminal history. The decision raises questions about vetting standard...
alphanews.org
Broader Launch Of Minnesota’s Marijuana Retail Market Is Almost Here, State Officials Say
Minnesota state officials have announced that a broader launch of the state's marijuana retail market is imminent. The statement indicates progress toward expanding cannabis retai...
Marijuana Moment
Cannabis regulator: New high for Minnesota sales coming soon
Minnesota's cannabis regulator has indicated that the state is approaching a new sales milestone, suggesting growth in the legal cannabis market. The statement reflects ongoing ex...
minnpost.com
Cannabis retailers navigate a nuanced regulatory landscape ahead of their business debuts
Minnesota cannabis retailers are preparing for market launch while navigating complex state regulatory requirements. The article addresses operational and compliance challenges th...
minnpost.com
Minnesota cannabis retailer license lottery to be held next week - FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
Minnesota will hold a cannabis retailer license lottery next week to award retail licenses to applicants. This is a routine licensing event as part of Minnesota's cannabis regulat...
FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
Southern Minnesota business hopes to be among first retail cannabis dispensaries in the state as market begins to scale up
A southern Minnesota business is positioning itself to become one of the first retail cannabis dispensaries in the state as the market expands. The article reports on early commer...
CBS News
Weed dispensaries are coming soon, but supply questions remain
Minnesota is preparing to open cannabis dispensaries, though questions about product supply and sourcing remain unresolved. The state has made progress toward retail implementatio...
Axios
Opinion: From ditch weed to dispensaries, Minnesota’s cannabis roots run deep
This opinion piece discusses Minnesota's historical relationship with cannabis, tracing its presence from wild plants to modern legal dispensaries. The article explores the state'...
Star Tribune
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