The US cannabis industry is expected to generate close to $40B by the end of 2024, and it seems that everyone wants to get in on the action. For those new to the industry, though, navigating the complexities of building…
If you are building or remodeling a facility to grow or process cannabis, a cannabis construction consultant may be your best friend. The industry is relatively new, and regulations, which can vary by state, county, and city, are evolving much…
You have the license, you have the dream, and now it’s time to get your cannabis cultivation business started. You’ve probably developed a good deal of expertise through the process of getting licensed, but do you know everything? Fortunately, you…
Compliance in the cannabis industry is covered a host of regulations from a wide body of disparate regulatory organizations. The areas covered will include licensing, banking, building codes, energy codes, waste disposal requirements, hazardous materials handling, storage, employee safety, insurance,…
Congratulations! You got a Maryland cannabis license. Licensing is one of the biggest hurdles for a cannabis business. We love Maryland’s approach to equity. By distributing cannabis licenses to areas where marijuana prosecutions and incarcerations have had the heaviest impact,…
In February 2021, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed three bills into law, collectively legalizing and regulating cannabis for recreational use. The legislation established the Cannabis Regulatory Commission, tasked with overseeing the industry and ensuring compliance with regulations. New Jersey’s…
Update (June 2024): NFPA 420 for Cannabis In June 2024, the NFPA Standards Council approved the NFPA 420 draft to enter the Fall 2026 revision cycle and opened the standard for public input until January 7, 2025. National Fire Protection…
When you have a commercial cultivation facility, your plants are one of your primary assets, and keeping them healthy is a huge concern. Your grow room HVAC system supports your business in a number of important ways including crop health,…
Challenges almost always come from goals that are not met. Because cannabis facilities have distinct needs and desired outcomes at each stage of their development, the challenges and problems also change. Whether you’re starting your first cannabis grow house or…
As the US celebrates Dab Day in all states where recreational and medicinal cannabis is consumed, we think it’s time to celebrate the people who create that sticky, golden goodness. But first, let’s talk about dabbing. What is a Cannabis…