Minnesota Cannabis & Hemp News
Tracking legislation, licensing, enforcement, court rulings, and milestones across Minnesota's cannabis and hemp industry. 831 published updates and counting, compiled from official and public sources.
Minnesota issues first cannabis license while hundreds await approval
Minnesota issued its first cannabis license, marking a significant milestone in the state's implementation of its legalization framework. Hundreds of other applicants remain in th...
Northern News Now
White Earth Nation gets approval to open cannabis shops off tribal land
The White Earth Nation received approval to operate cannabis retail shops outside of tribal land boundaries. This represents an expansion of the tribe's cannabis business operatio...
CBS News
US (MN): County deems cannabis farm 'in compliance'
A Minnesota county has determined that a cannabis farm operating within its jurisdiction meets regulatory compliance requirements. This represents a routine licensing or operation...
MMJDaily
Minnesota Awards First Marijuana Event License Allowing On-Site Sales And Use At Festival With Killer Mike, Warren G And Afroman
Minnesota's Office of Cannabis Management awarded its first marijuana event license, permitting on-site cannabis sales and consumption at a festival featuring musical performances...
Marijuana Moment
Recall issued after vapes test up to 40 percent THC in Minnesota
Minnesota health authorities issued a recall for vaping products that tested at elevated THC concentrations, reaching up to 40 percent. The recall addresses consumer safety concer...
Yahoo
Cannabis Attorney Jason Tarasek to Speak at NECANN Minnesota Cannabis Convention
Cannabis attorney Jason Tarasek is scheduled to speak at the NECANN Minnesota Cannabis Convention. The event features industry professionals discussing cannabis-related legal and ...
Vicente LLP
Documenters report: Cannabis farm and training facility coming to Near North
A cannabis farm and training facility is being developed in Minneapolis's Near North neighborhood. The project represents a local industry development and workforce training initi...
MinnPost
Youth cannabis use continues to decline following legalisation, Minnesota survey finds
A Minnesota survey reports that youth cannabis use has continued to decline following the state's legalization of adult-use cannabis. The finding suggests that legalization has no...
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Youth cannabis use continues to decline in Minnesota after legalization
A Star Tribune report documents that youth cannabis use in Minnesota has continued to decline following the state's legalization of adult-use cannabis. The data suggests that lega...
Star Tribune
Minnesota teens are using less cannabis than ever, health survey finds
A Minnesota health survey shows that teenage cannabis use in the state has declined to historically low levels. The data provides insight into youth consumption patterns in Minnes...
5 EYEWITNESS NEWS
State's cannabis office outlines budget needs, policy plans ahead of marketplace launch
Minnesota's cannabis office has presented its budget requirements and policy priorities in preparation for the state's upcoming legal cannabis marketplace launch. The office outli...
Minnesota House of Representatives (.gov)
Teen Marijuana Use Is Lower Now Than Before Legalization, Government Study From Minnesota Officials Shows
A newly published Minnesota government study shows that teen marijuana use has declined and remains lower now than before legalization, contradicting predictions from legalization...
Marijuana Moment
‘Damage has been done’: Minnesota cannabis growers sue township for denying their operation
Minnesota cannabis growers have filed a lawsuit against a township for denying their operation. The suit alleges that the township's denial has caused damage to the growers' busin...
MPR News
Hastings cannabis business cap doubles after council approval - FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
The Hastings city council approved an increase to the cap on cannabis businesses operating in the city, effectively doubling the maximum number of licenses allowed. This action ex...
FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
Marijuana use in Minnesota youth declined in 2025, according to new data - FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
New data indicates that marijuana use among Minnesota youth declined in 2025. The report provides updated statistics on youth cannabis consumption patterns specific to Minnesota.
FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
Minnesota teen cannabis use drops 57% since 2013, survey finds
A survey indicates that cannabis use among Minnesota teenagers has declined by 57% since 2013. This finding represents a significant trend in youth substance use patterns within t...
KIMT
Minnesota's legal cannabis industry, by the numbers
An Axios article presenting quantitative data and metrics about Minnesota's legal cannabis industry, including market size, business counts, sales figures, or other numerical indi...
Axios
Bloomington planning commission approves two cannabis facilities
The Bloomington planning commission approved two cannabis facilities in the city. This approval represents a local licensing decision in Minnesota.
Finance & Commerce
Minnesota Hemp Growers and Processors Must Apply by April 30
Minnesota hemp growers and processors face an application deadline of April 30 to maintain their licensing status. This announcement relates to compliance requirements for entitie...
Morning Ag Clips
$3.6 Million Granted by Minnesota DEED to Help State’s Cannabis Industry
Minnesota's Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) has awarded $3.6 million in grants to support the state's cannabis industry. The funding is intended to help d...
Cannabis Science and Technology
Minnesota: Retailers Begin Adult-Use Cannabis Sales
Minnesota retailers have begun sales of adult-use cannabis products, marking implementation of the state's legalization framework. This represents a significant milestone in Minne...
NORML
Minnesota could soon launch its legal marijuana market. Here’s what happens next.
Minnesota is preparing to launch its legal marijuana market following recent legislative action. The article outlines the regulatory steps and timeline for implementing adult-use ...
Star Tribune
Who will be Minnesota's marijuana czar, the daunting job leading new Office of Cannabis Management?
Minnesota is seeking a leader for its newly established Office of Cannabis Management (OCM), a position described as challenging given the complexity of implementing the state's c...
MinnPost
Blazing a trail: Cannabis business licenses have started - FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
Minnesota has begun issuing cannabis business licenses, marking a significant milestone in the state's implementation of its adult-use cannabis program. This represents the operat...
FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
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