California marijuana laws are facing a major stress test as the state intensifies its crackdown on illegal cannabis operations. In a sweeping enforcement effort between April and June 2025, the Governor’s Unified Cannabis Enforcement Task Force (UCETF) seized a staggering $476 million worth of unlicensed cannabis products, marking one of the largest operations in the […]
The cannabis competition scene just got a major upgrade. In a bold move that’s capturing attention nationwide, MJBizCon has teamed up with Budist to launch the MJBowl, a coast-to-coast cannabis competition that brings New York and California head-to-head. With five distinct product categories and a unique judging format that blends expert analysis with consumer feedback, […]
Legal Marijuana Dispensaries Challenge New York Over Zoning Mistake The legal marijuana industry in New York is facing a major legal challenge. A group of licensed cannabis dispensaries has filed a lawsuit against the state after regulators admitted they misinterpreted a key zoning law. This error could force dozens of legal marijuana businesses to relocate […]
In recent years, marijuana has moved from the fringes of public debate into the mainstream. Once associated primarily with counterculture movements, it is now widely discussed in medical journals, legislatures, and even living rooms. This shift is driven by growing evidence of its potential health benefits of marijuana, evolving legal landscapes, and a renewed understanding […]