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Is the Global Consolidation Wave Finally Here?

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March 13, 2026

[#item_full_content] Analysis of the 2026 cannabis M&A surge, and expert insights on whether this is set to become a transformative wave of consolidation. Is the Global Consolidation Wave Finally Here? Read More

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Ohio CBD stores, breweries fight for survival as hemp ban nears
by , The Columbus Dispatch on March 12, 2026
Ohio CBD stores and breweries face an uncertain future as the state prepares to ban hemp and THC drinks.
‘Our market’s not fully rolled out’: Delaware retail weed sales fall far short of estimates, trail New Jersey and Maryland
by Cris Barrish on March 12, 2026
State officials contend the market will expand when new growers, manufacturers and retailers begin operating and prices become more competitive.
Texas ban on selling smokable cannabis takes effect March 31
by Nathan Bernier on March 11, 2026
New state rules change how THC levels are calculated and raise fees on hemp businesses by as much as 4,000%
Boston’s TD Garden owners suing nearby weed dispensary ‘The Boston Garden’ in trademark claim
by Harry Cockburn on March 10, 2026
Boston Garden stadium closed in 1995, was demolished in 1998, and its successor was named TD Garden
Eliminating Oklahoma's medical marijuana industry would be 'death blow,' costly to state
by Emma Murphy of Oklahoma Voice on March 10, 2026
During his State of the State address last month, Gov. Kevin Stitt called on lawmakers to send a ballot measure back to voters that would make medical marijuana illegal and shut down the industry.
Boston Garden pot shop sued by TD Garden owner: "Never heard of anybody confusing us with the arena"
by Neal Riley on March 9, 2026
Is medical marijuana on its way to Alabama? First dispensary set to open soon
by Anna Barrett,Alabama Reflector on March 9, 2026
The first place in Alabama one can purchase legal medical cannabis might be open soon.
Eliminating Oklahoma’s medical marijuana industry would be ‘death blow,’ costly to state
by Emma Murphy on March 9, 2026
In the months after Oklahoma voters legalized medical marijuana, Mike Khemmoro and his business partner poured their life’s savings into founding a thriving business that has grown to 10 locations.
Some NJ Girl Scouts ‘got in trouble’ with leaders for selling cookies at weed dispensary. But they aren’t the only enterprising troop
by Erin Keller on March 8, 2026
Troops across the United States have long set up booths in spots where they expect high footfall or a particularly cookie-hungry clientele, from shooting ranges to marijuana shops and bars. But where they are allowed to sell appears to depend on the state, Erin Keller finds
One of Colorado’s Largest Dispensary Chains Agrees to Buyout
by Thomas Mitchell on March 6, 2026
The buyers expect Colorado's cannabis market will "continue to consolidate over time."
Girl Scout troop's cookie booth outside Mount Laurel marijuana dispensary draws praise, criticism
by Amanda Pitts on March 6, 2026
A Girl Scout troop's idea to sell cookies outside of a Mount Laurel, New Jersey, marijuana dispensary has drawn both praise and criticism.
Mom’s homemade medical cannabis recipe now being sold at Georgia dispensaries
by Chelsea Beimfohr on March 6, 2026
A Georgia mother now has a medical cannabis oil for sale on dispensary shelves.
Burlington County Girl Scouts told they can’t sell cookies outside marijuana dispensary
by News 12 - Default on March 6, 2026
A representative for the Girl Scouts of Central and Southern New Jersey said that Girl Scouts are only allowed to set up booths outside businesses where they themselves can enter and purchase something.
Lawmakers strike down bill capping THC levels in Oregon’s cannabis edibles
by Jashayla Pettigrew on March 6, 2026
The proposal aimed to prevent children from accidentally consuming edibles and experiencing cannabis poisoning.
Marijuana stores cannot call themselves dispensaries, Michigan agency says
by FOX 2 Detroit on March 6, 2026
In addition to "dispensary," pot shops are also told they cannot call themselves pharmacies, apothecary, drugstore, medicine store or druggist.
Girl Scouts troop draws buzz after runaway cookie sales outside cannabis shop
by Fox News on March 6, 2026
Cookie sales by Girl Scouts soared outside a New Jersey marijuana dispensary, where a troop set up shop last month, but Girl Scout leadership was said to be unhappy about the move.
Michigan regulators tell marijuana shops to stop using dispensary label
by Beth LeBlanc on March 6, 2026
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Licensing fight continues between marijuana dispensary and city of Menominee, Michigan
by Brian Kerhin, FOX 11 News on March 5, 2026
Puff Cannabis argues it should have been allowed to open last year, but Menominee did not issue a license as it should have. The city disagrees.
Munchies meet Girl Scout cookies at Mount Laurel dispensary
by Kylie Moore on March 5, 2026
In Mount Laurel, a Girl Scout troop is selling cookies outside Daylite Dispensary, blending sweet treats with cannabis culture. It's a tasty partnership that's catching attention in New Jersey.
Alabama medical marijuana sales to launch this spring
by Margaret Jackson on March 5, 2026
Alabama MMJ cultivators have been licensed and operating since last year, but they’ve had nowhere to sell their product legally.
Michigan to distribute marijuana tax revenue: What your city will get
by , Detroit Free Press on March 5, 2026
Michigan municipalities that allow marijuana dispensaries are set to receive their annual portion of tax revenue collected from cannabis sales.
They Helped Her Open a Weed Shop. Now They’re Suing for $2.5 Million.
by Ashley Southall on March 5, 2026
A dispute between the nonprofit Housing Works and the owner of a cannabis dispensary shows the risks for businesses in an industry that is locked out of traditional financing and resources.
The Wait is Over: Medical Cannabis set to roll out in April
by Peyton Newman on March 5, 2026
Medical cannabis in Alabama will hit dispensary shelves in a matter of weeks and be available for qualified patients.
Lakewood adding another cannabis dispensary
by Brian Koster on March 5, 2026
A new cannabis dispensary is preparing to open in Lakewood, according to the company’s website.
L.A. marijuana dispensaries owe city $400 million in back taxes and fees, report says
by Jocelyn Fiset on March 5, 2026
Marijuana dispensaries in Los Angeles owe the city some $400 million in back taxes and fees, according to a report from the Office of Finance. A majority of the 700 licensed pot shops in the city c…
Girl Scout troop sets up shop at weed dispensary. Cookies are in high demand.
by Christopher Burch | NJ.com on March 5, 2026
“You use cannabis, you get the munchies," the dispensary's owner told NJ.com
7 quick hits of cannabis news from across Michigan
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Michigan tourist town that turned into Weed City, USA pushes back on pot
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The small Michigan community on the Indiana border is staging a pivot on legal cannabis sales, as the township has become overrun with dispensaries.
Commission questions fairness of security requirements at a Costa Mesa cannabis dispensary
by Eric Licas on March 2, 2026
The cannabis business Native Garden, open since March 2025, successfully applied to the Costa Mesa Planning Commission to ease restrictions that had been placed on it, noting other such businesses are not held to the same operating hours.
Another Pennsylvania medical cannabis dispensary goes on strike
by Chris Roberts on February 28, 2026
Workers at a Cresco Labs-operated Sunnyside medical marijuana dispensary walked off the job on Thursday after a record stoppage last fall.

Alaskan Thunderfuck, We Hardly Knew Ye
by Allan Heifetz on March 13, 2026 at 12:45 pm
A trip through the weed culture of the 80’s and 90’s and what it meant to chase a high, stay high, and finally reach the promised land. The post Alaskan Thunderfuck, We Hardly Knew Ye first appeared on High Times.
Growing to Wash: Why “Washers” Are Changing Cannabis
by Brett Churchill on March 12, 2026 at 12:15 pm
Growing to wash isn’t about bag appeal or flower yield. It’s about resin behavior, hash returns, and why “washers” are reshaping cannabis genetics. The post Growing to Wash: Why “Washers” Are Changing Cannabis first appeared on High Times.
The Caribbean’s Cannabis Domino Effect Has a British Tripwire
by Sara Brittany Somerset on March 12, 2026 at 11:02 am
Grenada’s reform is building regional momentum, but Bermuda’s path runs straight into a UK veto, and the clash reveals where Caribbean legalization spreads, and where it stalls. The post The Caribbean’s Cannabis Domino Effect Has a British Tripwire first appeared on High Times.
The Long Game: Inside Rare Cannabinoid Company’s Bet on the Future of Cannabinoids
by High Times on March 11, 2026 at 9:00 pm
Inside the story of Rare Cannabinoid Company and how two Hawaii founders saw the future of cannabinoids before most of the industry caught on. The post The Long Game: Inside Rare Cannabinoid Company’s Bet on the Future of Cannabinoids first appeared on High Times.
A Rare South American Cannabis Power Move Is Taking Shape In Argentina
by Javier Hasse on March 11, 2026 at 7:39 pm
Flowers & Terps and Universal Growing are joining forces in a move that blends flower credibility, cultivation culture, infrastructure and global ambition, an uncommon kind of partnership in South America’s cannabis industry. The post A Rare South American Cannabis Power Move Is Taking Shape In Argentina first appeared on High Times.
The Best Rolling Papers on Earth, According to High Times Readers
by High Times on March 11, 2026 at 2:13 pm
We asked our readers one simple question: who makes the best rolling paper in the world? The replies came fast, the gap was huge, and the takeaway was clear: “best” is about feel, burn, and trust, not hype. The post The Best Rolling Papers on Earth, According to High Times Readers first appeared on High Times.
Colombian President Says ‘Weed Was for Protest, Cocaine Is the Drug of Capital’
by Marian Venini on March 10, 2026 at 7:23 pm
Colombian President Gustavo Petro appeared before the UN, where he firmly criticized outdated anti-drug policies (such as cannabis prohibition) and proposed alternatives to state violence. The post Colombian President Says ‘Weed Was for Protest, Cocaine Is the Drug of Capital’ first appeared on High Times.
Before Weed Learned To Fake Female Empowerment, Harlee Case Made It Real. Now She’s Giving It A Soundtrack.
by Javier Hasse on March 10, 2026 at 7:20 pm
Before New Constellations started turning heads with dreamy synth-pop and soft-focus heat, Harlee Case was already building a different kind of scene in Portland: femme, weird, welcoming, and very, very stoned. The post Before Weed Learned To Fake Female Empowerment, Harlee Case Made It Real. Now She’s Giving It A Soundtrack. first appeared on High Times.
New High Times Documentary Explores the Blunt’s Next Chapter
by High Times on March 10, 2026 at 7:10 pm
In High Times’ new documentary on Rove, one of cannabis culture’s most enduring rituals gets rebuilt through craft, consistency and modern product design. The post New High Times Documentary Explores the Blunt’s Next Chapter first appeared on High Times.
Censored Everywhere, Cinematic Anyway: The New Weed Ad Playbook
by Javier Hasse on March 10, 2026 at 6:00 pm
The best weed ads don’t feel like ads anymore. They feel like content built to survive the algorithm and earn the repost. The post Censored Everywhere, Cinematic Anyway: The New Weed Ad Playbook first appeared on High Times.

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Patients Call For Global Medical Cannabis Laws To End Border Arrests
by Sarah Sinclair on March 13, 2026
Advocates have urged United Nations members to harmonize medical cannabis laws as patients face border arrests and criminal charges when traveling abroad.
Osseo Hopes to Open Municipal Cannabis Store by End of Year
by CCX Media on March 13, 2026
City administrator--who is also the police chief--acknowledges the dichotomy of his role as public safety leader while trying to do what's best for city to build revenue not based on taxpayers.
House passes bill seeking to ease access to Georgia’s medical cannabis program
by Kenny Murry on March 13, 2026
A bill aimed at modernizing Georgia’s medical cannabis program passed the Georgia House with broad bipartisan support, marking another step in lawmakers’ yearslong effort to incrementally increase patients’ access to the program.
37% of cannabis poisonings in Wisconsin involved children under 5
by , Journal Sentinel on March 13, 2026
The Wisconsin Poison Center received 309 calls for edible cannabis poisonings in 2025.
Missouri panel approves new cannabis rules, drops ban tied to revoked licenses
by Rebecca Rivas on March 13, 2026
The changes tighten oversight of the state’s troubled marijuana microbusiness program.
Cannabis tax windfall shrinks for Michigan cities as sales decline
by Steve Neavling on March 13, 2026
Michigan communities that embraced recreational marijuana are collecting millions of dollars in taxes again this year, but the checks are shrinking as the legal market continues to stumble.
Trulieve to Open Medical Cannabis Dispensary in DeLand, Florida
by Investors - Trulieve on March 13, 2026
New Volusia County location will host grand opening celebration Friday, March 20 TALLAHASSEE, Fla., March 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Trulieve Cannabis Corp. (CSE: TRUL) (OTCQX: TCNNF) ("Trulieve" or...
New Florida medical cannabis shop offers 60% off for first-time guests
by Stock Titan on March 13, 2026
Grand opening in DeLand on March 20 with specials and giveaways, plus 60% off for first-time guests and 20% discounts for veterans at Trulieve Florida.

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