Operations
Inventory Is the Biggest Cash Flow Problem in Cannabis
All roads in cannabis retail lead back to inventory. Retail cannabis operators across the country are being squeezed by razor-thin margins, declining cash flow, and a growing inability to pay vendors on time. The culprit is often not weak sales or lack of demand. It is mismanaged inventory. Inventory is the foundation on which the […]
What MJ Unpacked Reveals About Cannabis in 2026
From cultivation to retail, businesses are digging deep to tighten operations and increase margins as the only way to endure another grueling year in cannabis without federal support. A common sales pitch these days centers on cost-saving systems and operational efficiency. The industry has shifted from “how fast can we grow?” to “how do we […]
Operating in the Missouri Market with Curio Wellness
Missouri has quietly built one of the country’s more successful adult-use cannabis markets since launching recreational sales in 2023. Since legalization, the state has quickly grown into one of the largest cannabis markets in the Midwest, generating strong sales and supporting an expanding network of cultivators, processors, and dispensaries. Unlike many states that see medical […]
Building Inside Maryland’s Limited License Cannabis Market
Maryland launched its medical cannabis program in 2018 and transitioned to adult use in 2024 as a limited-license state. Currently, there are 108 active dispensaries, with additional operators expected to come online following a March 2024 lottery that awarded conditional licenses to social equity entrepreneurs. However, these licensees still need to clear a vetting process […]
The Cannabis Retailer’s Survival Guide to 2026
2025 saw most businesses scrutinizing their operations to trim margins and survive the tumultuous market. 2026 is about digging deeper to uncover hidden costs that will further improve their bottom line. Tom Zuber, partner at Zuber Lawler, led a panel discussion at the recent IgniteNJ event, where experts offered advice on margin discipline and where […]
What Cultivators Are Talking About in New Jersey
New Jersey is a highly desirable cannabis market for new operators because of its rapid billion?dollar growth, strong consumer demand, and status as one of the most profitable yet undersupplied markets on the East Coast. Cultivators came together at the recent IgniteIt event to share their perspectives on the market. Genetic preservation, price compression, the […]
Jersey Girls Bring Down the House At IgniteIt Event
There was passion, power, and plenty of practical business advice from the women (and one man) who took the stage at the recent IgniteIt event in New Jersey. As the industry shifts away from the early “shiny-object” phase, operators are increasingly doubling down on what works. A few years ago, the prevailing growth strategy was […]
The New York and New Jersey Cannabis Connection
Market Maturity Brings Pricing Pressure New Jersey’s cannabis market is showing signs of maturity, according to a presentation by Headset CEO Cy Scott at the recent Ignite NJ event, saying the overall revenue hit the billion-dollar mark in 2025 and is growing nominally. Similar to other markets in the growth cycle, while more customers are […]
The Case For Cannabis Telemedicine: Can it Work in the US?
It has been one year since Germany fully legalized cannabis on April 1, 2024, following the launch of its medical program in 2017. While cannabis was removed from the narcotics list, Germany continues to take a medical-first approach. Few expect full adult-use legalization anytime soon, particularly after a conservative government was elected last year. According […]
How Smart Water Filtration Strategies Can Save Cannabis Growers Thousands
For licensed cannabis cultivators, water filtration isn’t news. It’s critical infrastructure. Yet treating it as fixed infrastructure rather than an operational cost could be quietly cutting into grower margins. As operators finalize budgets and review efficiency for the seasons ahead, water quality deserves closer scrutiny. Not just from a plant health perspective, but as a […]