Several states and territories with medical marijuana programs offer protections or access to patients visiting from out of state. While some allow visiting patients to purchase from licensed dispensaries, others offer only legal protection for possession. Below is a breakdown of which jurisdictions provide access, protection, or both—along with any requirements, limitations, or temporary registration …
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Top Jobs in the U.S. Cannabis Industry
The legal cannabis industry in the United States has grown from a fringe market into a major employer, supporting over 425,000 full-time jobs according to a recent report. With medical or recreational marijuana now legal in a majority of states, the sector spans everything from agriculture and retail to science and finance. Cannabis companies are …
World’s First Infused Beverage Study Expands — Get Free THC Drinks for Participating
MoreBetter, a leader in Real-World-Data collection and consumer health research, is expanding an observational research study aimed at understanding the impact of THC-infused beverages on alcohol consumption, mood, and quality of life. Over 2,500 participants have either completed or are currently active in the first cohort of the three-week study, since its announcement on April …
The Best Tips for Entering into the Legal Cannabis Industry
Centered beneath the surface of America’s fast-growing cannabis market is a complex web of laws, costs, and competition. For entrepreneurs looking to own a licensed cannabis business, the pathway to success often starts with understanding what makes this industry unlike any other. While opportunities abound in the 24 states that have legalized recreational marijuana and …
The 15 Most Common Reasons People Use Medical Cannabis According to State Data
Below is a ranked list of the 15 most common conditions for which patients use medical cannabis, based on recent data from state medical cannabis registries and commissions. For each condition, we include the percentage or number of patients citing it, and notable trends compared to prior years. Chronic Pain (Non-Cancer) Chronic pain remains the …
Cannabidiol (CBD) Market Expected to Surpass $22 Billion by 2030, Finds New Report
The global cannabidiol (CBD) market is projected to more than double in size over the next five years, reaching $22.05 billion by 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research. Valued at $9.14 billion in 2024, the market is forecast to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 15.8% from 2025 through …
Report: Global Hemp Fiber Market Expected to Triple by 2030
The global hemp fiber industry is on track for explosive growth, with a new market analysis projecting its value will rise from $11 billion in 2024 to $36 billion by 2030. According to data from MarkNtel Advisors, this growth—representing a compound annual growth rate of 22%—is being fueled by a mix of environmental pressures, legislative …
New Report Details the “Top Five Trends in Cannabis”
A new global report released by Research and Markets outlines the top five trends currently shaping the legal cannabis industry, highlighting both challenges and opportunities as the market continues to evolve. According to Top Five Trends in Cannabis, the adult-use sector remains the driving force behind global cannabis growth, influencing both consumer behavior and regulatory …
GTA VI Will Allow Players to Run Medical Marijuana Dispensaries and Engage in Black Market Drug Sales
According to a source who contacted us directly, the long-awaited Grand Theft Auto VI will include gameplay that allows users to operate medical marijuana dispensaries across the in-game map. The individual, who asked to remain anonymous, stated that players will have the option to run fully legal outlets that cater to medical patients, as well …
The Top 50 CBD Studies Published in 2025
The early months of 2025 have seen a surge of research centered on cannabidiol (CBD), with studies investigating its role in treating a variety of health conditions. As interest in CBD continues to grow across both medical and therapeutic markets, researchers have been examining its effects on everything from neurological disorders to substance use and …
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