Edible Arrangements, a brand renowned for its vibrant fruit bouquets and sweet treats, is embarking on a bold new venture into the hemp and THC-infused edibles market. Through its parent company, Edible Brands, the company has launched Edibles.com, an e-commerce platform offering a variety of hemp-based products such as THC-infused beverages, gummies, and snacks.
In a landmark decision, the California Supreme Court recently reaffirmed the legality of cannabis in the state by de-publishing a prior appellate ruling. This move effectively prevents the lower court’s opinion from being used as legal precedent in future cases, ensuring that California’s cannabis laws remain intact. The decision is a significant victory for the state’s legal cannabis industry and reinforces California’s position as a leader in cannabis legalization.
DoorDash, one of the leading food delivery companies in the United States, has announced its expansion into cannabis home delivery. This strategic decision marks a significant shift in the company’s business model, as it ventures beyond its traditional offerings of food and groceries to tap into the rapidly growing cannabis market. The move is part of DoorDash’s broader strategy to diversify its services, following successful forays into alcohol and grocery delivery.
Inflation affects every industry, including cannabis. However, the impact on the weed industry has surprisingly been mixed in nature because the market is significantly different compared to other consumer-driven industries.
Fallon’s remarks, which suggested that individuals receiving federal benefits should “get off the couch, stop eating the Cheetos, stop buying the medical marijuana, and watching television,” have been widely criticized as perpetuating negative stereotypes about those in need.
Cole, a veteran DEA official with over two decades of experience, is known for his staunch opposition to marijuana legalization. His appointment signals a return to the Reagan-era “Just Say No” approach to drug enforcement, with Cole publicly linking cannabis use to an Increased risk of suicide and schizophrenia, particularly among young users.
The cannabis industry in Colorado, once heralded as a model for legal marijuana markets across the United States, finds itself grappling with significant challenges. The latest sales figures reveal that January 2025 marked the weakest sales performance for the state since 2017, raising alarm bells among industry stakeholders and policymakers alike.
Michigan has found itself at the intersection of two significant issues: the deteriorating state of its roads and the burgeoning cannabis industry. Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s ambitious plan to allocate funds from marijuana taxes to repair potholes has ignited a lively debate within both the political and cannabis communities.
Republican Senators James Lankford (Oklahoma) and Pete Ricketts (Nebraska) have introduced a bill that seeks to permanently enforce the tax penalties imposed on cannabis businesses under Section 280E of the Internal Revenue Code. The legislation, titled the “No Deductions for Marijuana Businesses Act,” was filed on February 7, 2025, and aims to ensure that marijuana operators remain unable to deduct standard business expenses, even if marijuana is rescheduled under federal law.
A recent poll conducted by the University of Houston’s Hobby School of Public Affairs has revealed that 62% of Texans support the legalization of recreational cannabis. This finding not only highlights a shift in public opinion but also raises important questions about the future of cannabis policy in one of the largest and most conservative states in the nation.
