The Rise of a New Market… And a New Consumer

The Rise of a New Market… And a New Consumer

The adult beverage industry, like any other category of consumer branded products, is driven by trends. If you’re old enough to remember Bartles & Jaymes wine coolers, you probably also remember Zima and Smirnoff Ice, and more recently “healthy” options like...
New Jersey Launches Adult Use Sales

New Jersey Launches Adult Use Sales

On Thursday, April 21, a handful of dispensaries in New Jersey begin selling cannabis to adults over the age of 21. The state has so far issued licenses for adult use sales to seven alternative treatment centers (ATCs), otherwise known as medical cannabis businesses...
FDA Warning Letters: Stop Claiming CBD Prevents COVID

FDA Warning Letters: Stop Claiming CBD Prevents COVID

Once again, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a number of warning letters to companies selling hemp-derived cannabidiol (CBD) products. This time around, the FDA sent these warning letters to companies that had statements on their website claiming...
The Need for More Stringent Testing in Cannabis

The Need for More Stringent Testing in Cannabis

As the demand for legal cannabis continues to rise and more states come online, it is imperative to enact more rigorous and comprehensive testing solutions to protect the health of consumers. People use cannabis products for wellness and to find relief; they should...