Minnesota Cannabis & Hemp News
Tracking legislation, licensing, enforcement, court rulings, and milestones across Minnesota's cannabis and hemp industry. 711 published updates and counting, compiled from official and public sources.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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 Hemp-Derived Cannabinoid Product Registration Now Open Through August 31, 2025
Minnesota has opened a registration period for hemp-derived cannabinoid products that will remain open through August 31, 2025. This registration opportunity applies to hemp-deriv...
Vicente LLP
Cannabis complications could trash Minnesota hemp businesses - FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
Minnesota hemp businesses face potential complications that could negatively impact their operations, according to reporting from FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul. The article highlight...
FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
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
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