Minnesota Cannabis & Hemp News
Tracking legislation, licensing, enforcement, court rulings, and milestones across Minnesota's cannabis and hemp industry. 832 published updates and counting, compiled from official and public sources.
Why Minnesota’s legal cannabis businesses may struggle to meet demand
Minnesota's legal cannabis businesses face challenges in meeting consumer demand due to supply constraints or operational limitations. The article examines potential barriers to a...
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
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
How to Buy or Sell a Cannabis License in Minnesota’s Adult-Use Market: M&A Guide (2025)
This is a guide published by Vicente LLP providing information on the processes and considerations for buying or selling cannabis licenses in Minnesota's adult-use market as of 20...
Vicente LLP
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
Minnesota cannabis business owner sees costs rise as Trump threatens copper tariffs
A Minnesota cannabis business owner reports increased operational costs due to threatened copper tariffs by the Trump administration. The tariffs would affect supply chain expense...
CBS News
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
Minnesota cannabis operators brace for tax increase
Minnesota cannabis operators are preparing for a potential tax increase on their operations. The article reports on industry concerns regarding upcoming tax policy changes affecti...
valleynewslive.com
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
Minnesota Tightens Rules on Marijuana Drug Tests at Work
Minnesota has implemented stricter regulations governing workplace marijuana drug testing, likely establishing new standards or limitations on employer testing practices. This rep...
Forbes
Minnesota Adult-Use Dispensary Island Peži Celebrates 1st Anniversary
Island Peži, a Minnesota adult-use cannabis dispensary, has reached its one-year anniversary milestone. The business has successfully operated within Minnesota's adult-use cannabi...
Cannabis Business Times
Minnesota’s legal weed market finally gets rolling as first license is issued
Minnesota has issued its first license for the legal cannabis market, marking the beginning of commercial operations under the state's adult-use cannabis program. This represents ...
Star Tribune
Minnesota’s cannabis tax will be one of the highest in the nation after 50% hike
Minnesota has implemented a 50% increase to its cannabis tax, resulting in one of the highest tax rates in the nation. This tax hike will significantly impact the state's cannabis...
Star Tribune
Winners in Minnesota’s first cannabis lottery mistakenly told their licenses were denied
Minnesota cannabis lottery winners were incorrectly informed that their license applications were denied due to an administrative error. The mistake affected multiple applicants i...
MPR News
Minnesota cannabis license lottery lights up future for 249 winners - FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
Minnesota conducted a cannabis license lottery that resulted in 249 winners being selected. The lottery represents a significant milestone in the state's implementation of adult-u...
FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
Lottery for recreational cannabis licensing in Minnesota begins Thursday
Minnesota is beginning a lottery process for recreational cannabis licensing starting Thursday. This represents the initial phase of distributing licenses for the state's new recr...
5 EYEWITNESS NEWS
Minnesota Army veteran: Cannabis needs to be rescheduled
A Minnesota Army veteran advocates for federal rescheduling of cannabis, arguing it should be moved from Schedule I classification. The piece presents the veteran's perspective on...
Minnesota Reformer
Minnesota cannabis hopefuls, advocates rally at governor's office in protest of proposed sales tax hike
Cannabis industry hopefuls and advocates held a rally at the Minnesota governor's office to protest a proposed increase in sales tax on cannabis products. The protest represents i...
CBS News
Minnesota Governor Signs Tribal Cannabis Compact Allowing Off-Reservation Dispensaries
Minnesota's governor has signed a tribal cannabis compact that permits tribes to operate cannabis dispensaries outside of reservation boundaries. This agreement expands tribal can...
Cannabis Business Times
Minnesota Lawmakers Agree on Cannabis Law Changes, Send Bill to Governor
Minnesota lawmakers have agreed on cannabis law modifications and forwarded the bill to the Governor for consideration. The legislative action represents a significant step in rev...
Cannabis Business Times
Minnesota Governor, Legislative Leaders to Increase Cannabis Excise Tax in Budget
Minnesota Governor and legislative leaders have agreed to increase the cannabis excise tax as part of the state budget. This represents a significant policy decision affecting can...
Cannabis Business Times
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