Category: Cannabusiness

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Cannabis business news, commentary and analysis

May 7, 2014
05/07/2014
Instafire: Harvest Day

Instafire: Harvest Day

Posted by @nwerrls I know harvest looks like fun and games. This bit of Instafire is a nice reminder of the time and energy it takes to...
May 6, 2014
05/06/2014
Uruguay’s Mujica Is the Grumpy Old Man of Global Marijuana Legalization

Uruguay’s Mujica Is the Grumpy Old Man of Global Marijuana Legalization

Uruguay will formally unveil the regulations for its legal marijuana commerce next week, although the broad outlines are already known. The stuff will be genetically tracked from seed to sale and...
May 5, 2014
05/05/2014
Medical Marijuana Patients Claim Pot Shop Limits Increase Pollution

Medical Marijuana Patients Claim Pot Shop Limits Increase Pollution

Medical marijuana patients sued San Diego, claiming its restrictions on the number of pot shops in the city exacerbate pollution by increasing the number of people who...
May 2, 2014
05/02/2014
With Banks Wary of Pot, Colorado Mulls Marijuana Bank

With Banks Wary of Pot, Colorado Mulls Marijuana Bank

A Colorado plan to set up the world’s first financial system for marijuana survived less than 24 hours before state lawmakers changed course and shelved the idea. The...
May 1, 2014
05/01/2014
Marijuana Delivery to Your Door in 40 Minutes or Less

Marijuana Delivery to Your Door in 40 Minutes or Less

Fueling your pot habit isn’t always easy: You had to get your dealer on the phone (often not possible) and then, usually, go to him. With the...
May 1, 2014
05/01/2014
Gambling While Stoned: Vegas Night at Dope Cup Seattle

Gambling While Stoned: Vegas Night at Dope Cup Seattle

Photos by Dope Cup Magazine As long as I’ve been smoking, I’ve loved casinos and gambling. Unfortunately, with the exception of basement games with friends, I’ve never...
April 30, 2014
04/30/2014
Could Recreational Marijuana Business Surpass Ski Industry?

Could Recreational Marijuana Business Surpass Ski Industry?

Skiing pumps about $3 billion annually into Colorado’s economy, says Colorado Ski Country USA. Hunting, fishing and wildlife tourism brings in another $3 billion to the state, says...
April 30, 2014
04/30/2014
Colorado Orchestra Joins Pot Industry for Series of Concerts

Colorado Orchestra Joins Pot Industry for Series of Concerts

The Colorado Symphony Orchestra said  it will play a series of “cannabis-friendly” fundraising concerts sponsored by the state’s burgeoning pot industry. The orchestra hopes the unusual shows dubbed,...
April 30, 2014
04/30/2014
In Search of Greener Pastures, Techies Land in the Growing Marijuana Field

In Search of Greener Pastures, Techies Land in the Growing Marijuana Field

With more states weighing legalization of marijuana, weed is expected to flourish into a $10.2 billion market by 2018, according to the research arm of cannabis investment network ArcView...
April 29, 2014
04/29/2014
Weedist Destinations: 3rd Annual Dope Cup Seattle – Dab Scene

Weedist Destinations: 3rd Annual Dope Cup Seattle – Dab Scene

Photos by Dope Cup Magazine Legal weed had its way in Seattle this 4/20. The pinnacle of my smokey weekend was definitely the 3rd annual Dope Cup....
April 28, 2014
04/28/2014
Instafire: J-red Glass Heady Dab Rig

Instafire: J-red Glass Heady Dab Rig

Posted by @seattledabber OK, it’s official, Bring Your Own Glass Sundays at Have A Heart Cafe are the most legit shit of this 4/20. There are so many...
April 28, 2014
04/28/2014
Weedist Destinations: 3rd Annual Dope Cup Seattle – Flowers

Weedist Destinations: 3rd Annual Dope Cup Seattle – Flowers

Photos by Dope Magazine Legal weed had its way in Seattle this 4/20. The pinnacle of my smokey weekend was definitely the 3rd annual Dope Cup. Held...
April 25, 2014
04/25/2014
Piece of the Week | Pürr Bubbler

Piece of the Week | Pürr Bubbler

These bubblers are called Pürr and that’s exactly what they do. “The Original Bubbler Company”
April 25, 2014
04/25/2014
Colorado Enjoys Marijuana Legalization

Colorado Enjoys Marijuana Legalization

Legal marijuana sales began in Colorado on January 1, and now, just a few months in, Denver already appears to be well-placed to claim the title of...
April 25, 2014
04/25/2014
Instafire: Cavi Ranchers by Caviar Gold

Instafire: Cavi Ranchers by Caviar Gold

Posted by @diablodabs Nothing says Instafire like alternative ways to medicate. Shouts out to Nick and the team over at Caviar Gold Seattle for hooking me up with...
April 24, 2014
04/24/2014
Cramer: This ‘Cannabis’ Stock Will Quickly Double

Cramer: This ‘Cannabis’ Stock Will Quickly Double

CNBC’s Jim Cramer strongly endorsed an analyst’s bullish call on GW Pharma (GWPH) in his “Stop Trading” segment on CNBC’s “Squawk on the Street.” “It’s not a medical...
April 24, 2014
04/24/2014
Amsterdam May Ban Pot Shops in Red Light District

Amsterdam May Ban Pot Shops in Red Light District

Yesterday, the Amsterdam District Court sided with Mayor Eberhard van der Laan to ban marijuana cafes in its famous Red Light district. The plan calls for closing 26...
April 22, 2014
04/22/2014
Book Review: “Wake and Bake: a Cookbook”

Book Review: “Wake and Bake: a Cookbook”

Since marijuana began to be sold in legal retail stores in Colorado this year, one of the biggest demands has been for marijuana-infused edibles, which are much...
April 21, 2014
04/21/2014
Instafire: Source Vapes ORB Big Wax Hit

Instafire: Source Vapes ORB Big Wax Hit

Posted by @diablodabs There are few things more exciting than a new concentrate rig, especially a vape pen! Shouts out to Source Vapes who sent me their double coil...
April 18, 2014
04/18/2014
Piece of the Week | B$ Glass Mini Banger – Weedist Edition

Piece of the Week | B$ Glass Mini Banger – Weedist Edition

Happy 4/20 Weedists! You knew it was going to be special. This one needs no intro: B$ Glass Mini Banger, Weedist Edition. Photos courtesy of MEMENTO @mementoglass...