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  This Black Friday, cannabis consumers can take advantage of incredible deals across a variety of products. From holiday-themed gift bundles to premium vaporizers and wellness products, these curated picks ensure there’s something for every cannabis enthusiast on your list. SWADE’s Holiday Survival Kits: Stress-free holiday gifting Kick off the holiday season with SWADE’s limited-edition Holiday Survival Kits, designed for relaxation, indulgence, or celebration. These thoughtful bundles offer a range of products for every cannabis consumer: The Heavy Hitter ($110): Ideal for connoisseurs, this kit includes 1 gram of Sinse concentrate, a Sinse FIRE pre-roll (infused with cured wax), a .5 […] https://lnkd.in/gq2ac5Q8

  Gift boxes shaped like wine bottles hold three jars of Vivid flower Vivid Cannabis — One of Missouri’s most innovative cannabis brands is back with a creative solution to gifting cannabis for the holidays. Available today at Blue Sage locations and at dispensaries statewide in December, Vivid is giving customers who purchase three jars of flower or concentrate a complimentary gift box shaped like a wine bottle or video game controller.    “We want to elevate cannabis so that people consider it a legitimate holiday gift,” said Boston Dickerson, CEO of Show-Me Organics. “Lots of people have traditions of […] https://lnkd.in/gMwD5BUQ

  For some, Thanksgiving is more about the anxiety triggered by being in close quarters with relatives, which could bring about political discussions, excessive questioning about life goals and direction, inane banter, and increased social interaction. It’s no wonder that “Green Wednesday” (the day before Thanksgiving) is one of the cannabis industry’s busiest days – second only to 4/20, in fact. On Green Wednesday, patients and customers over the age of 21 can ring in the holidays with discounts and deals on products at Mint Cannabis’ St. Peters, Mo. dispensary at Mid Rivers Mall (150 Mid Rivers Mall Circle). The Mint’s […] https://lnkd.in/g_4S4g58

Key features of the patented product include a recyclable ASTM-certified child-resistant lid, a biodegradable tube, and a food-grade liner, designed to preserve product integrity and ensure consumer safety. DIZPOT, a leading provider of packaging, branding, and logistics services for the cannabis and hemp industries, is pleased to announce the company has been granted U.S. Patent No. D1046623 for its in-house developed child-resistant paper tube, marking a milestone in cannabis packaging innovation. Key features of DIZPOT’s proprietary paper tube include a recyclable ASTM-certified child-resistant lid, a biodegradable tube, and a food-grade liner, designed to preserve product integrity and ensure consumer safety. […] https://lnkd.in/gXp2pW8t

Over the past 12 months, Missouri’s legal cannabis program has generated an astounding $240.78 million in new sales tax revenue for state and local governments across Missouri. Of that total, $143.30 million has gone to state government, with an additional $97.48 million generated for local Missouri governments. The figures are on top of the millions in licensing fees and payroll taxes that the cannabis industry pays each year. Veterans’ health care is the single largest recipient of these funds. When Missouri legalized adult use marijuana sales in Nov. 22, the State Auditor’s fiscal note estimated Missourians could expect $40.8 million […] https://lnkd.in/gpEM7gYP

As the cannabis industry continues to evolve, Green Wednesday—the day before Thanksgiving—has emerged as one of the busiest days for cannabis sales. Ranking second only to 4/20 in sales volume, the day has become a cornerstone for retailers and brands looking to engage consumers and boost revenue. Harrison Bard, CEO of Custom Cones USA, explained how this sales week highlights both the cultural and economic importance of cannabis. “Green Wednesday is the second-biggest sales week after 4/20,” Bard told Greenway Media. https://lnkd.in/gHBzegZK

STIIIZY, one of the leading cannabis brands in the country has recently marked its expansion into Missouri, making it the sixth state to host their offerings. Darren Blair, Vice President of Business Development at STIIIZY, recently spoke to Greenway to share his insights on this strategic move, detailing the brand’s vision and approach to navigating entry and expansion in the Missouri market. STIIIZY’s entry into Missouri is characterized by a significant emphasis on community and consumer relationships. “I believe first and foremost in consumers. I believe in our customers and I believe in our relationships,” Blair stated, reinforcing the […] https://lnkd.in/gUzVFPCk

At the recent MJ Unpacked event in St. Louis, Missouri, Yasha Kahn of MCR Labs presented data that has since become a hot-button topic in the cannabis industry.  While his presentation primarily focused on THC inflation—an issue reported on across many markets—the findings regarding Aspergillus testing failure rates in Missouri almost instantly sparked significant debate and speculation within the state’s cannabis industry and beyond. A Look at the Data Cannabis is unique among agricultural products in the breadth of its testing requirements. “Unlike corn or hops, cannabis flower is tested for cannabinoids, terpenes, pesticides, heavy metals, microbiological contaminants, mycotoxins, water […] https://lnkd.in/g2_35NQ3

Missouri’s cannabis market is thriving, with new brands continuing to emerge in an increasingly competitive space. One of the latest to enter the scene is EmmaLeaf, a Boone County-based company founded by a group of industry veterans who are passionate about the power of plant medicine. EmmaLeaf brings a lineup of high-quality products, including their standout shatter, to dispensary shelves across the state. “We’ve carefully crafted our products to fill gaps we saw in the market,” said Paul Schenck, COO of EmmaLeaf. “From shatter to pre-rolls, everything we create is designed with a commitment to quality, safety, and consistency.” […] https://lnkd.in/gDuyvwi4

  The Missouri Cannabis Trade Association (MoCannTrade) is set to hold its quarterly meetup on Nov. 18-19 at the University Plaza Hotel and Conference Center, placing a strong emphasis on supporting microbusinesses within the state’s cannabis industry. This event will provide a vital platform for microbusiness licensees to network and access resources crucial for their growth and integration into the broader market. This year’s Q4 meetup will introduce a “Microbusiness Village,” designed to facilitate interactions between microbusiness owners and established industry professionals. This initiative showcases MoCannTrade’s commitment to the smaller enterprises that add to the diversity and vitality of Missouri’s […] https://lnkd.in/gqSe8CCZ