A new book by Darren Gleeman, The Cannabis ESOP Architect, reveals the only IRS-approved way for cannabis founders to sell their business tax-free, preserve culture, and permanently eliminate the burden of IRC 280E through Employee Stock Ownership Plans.
The Flowery has been named No. 86 on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies. With 3,800% revenue growth over three years, the multi-state brand continues to expand while staying true to its culture-first mission.
The Flowery East Village is now open! Sean Maguire, a local entrepreneur, brings his passion for community and cannabis to the heart of NYC. Discover his journey, the challenges faced, and what makes this new space a unique addition to the East Village scene.
A new report from BayMedica shows THCV-infused products yielding 23.7% higher margins, CBC’s untapped potential, and gummies leading rare cannabinoid delivery—signaling major growth opportunities for cannabis brands and formulators.
Snoop Dogg’s Death Row Records Cannabis has officially launched in Ohio through a partnership with Pure Ohio Wellness, debuting at select dispensaries and coinciding with Snoop’s August 11 Cincinnati concert.
The Daily Green has opened a landmark cannabis dispensary in the heart of Times Square, blending NYC’s media-inspired energy with expertly curated products from top New York growers and leading U.S. brands.
Puff puff pass and press play on these tracks. Multicultural music project BOM Nation's latest album, Ase, creates a psychedelic journey into kaleidoscopic Afro-tech. Their genre-blending Weedsday Playlist features hits by Nihiloxica, Florence Adooni, and more.
PAX FLOW is here—delivering the smoothest, most flavorful dry herb vapor yet. With hybrid heating, enhanced airflow, and sleek design, the new vaporizer sets a new standard for flower consumption. Read our full review from the exclusive NYC launch event.
NYC Bud just opened its second dispensary in Hell’s Kitchen, designed as a tribute to Grand Central Terminal. With zodiac ceilings and vintage subway vibes, it’s one of the most iconic cannabis retail spaces in NYC. Founder Jonpaul Pezzo shares the journey.
Terphogz™, creators of The Original Z, team up with Swiss innovator Future of Grow to launch Z•LED—a next-gen grow light delivering higher THC, richer terpenes, and up to 40% energy savings. Debuting at Mary Jane Berlin, U.S. rollout begins Q4 2025.
Cannabis wasn’t always about smoke. In this poetic reflection, the Old Man of the Mountain takes us back to a forgotten ritual—sublingual absorption—where intention replaces fire and healing begins beneath the tongue.
California’s iconic BackPackBoyz makes its East Coast debut with a powerful launch in Mastic, Long Island. Juan Quesada partners with Poospatuck tribe members to bring quality, culture, and community to New York.
At the Cannabis Means Business Expo in NYC, Vape-Jet’s Sawyer Sheppard broke down how the company is leading the charge in automated cartridge filling. From preserving terpene profiles to supporting craft extractors across the country, Vape-Jet is bridging the gap between art and science.
Thailand-based Joint Point Growery joins the Global Cannabis Exchange, expanding its international footprint. With licensed operations in Thailand and the U.S., the cultivator now connects to a global B2B network for compliant, large-scale cannabis trade.
At New York’s Cannabis Means Business conference, Jill Reddish, co-founder of the Global Cannabis Network Collective (GCNC), talks international markets, supply chain innovation, and why community-first collaboration is shaping the future of the cannabis industry.
