A New High for the Grand Canyon State: Welcoming Arizona to Legal Cannabis

It’s a historic moment for Arizona! The Grand Canyon State has joined the growing list of states embracing the legalization of cannabis. This landmark decision means adult-use cannabis is now legal, and it’s bound to have far-reaching implications for individuals, businesses, and the economy.

The Impact of Cannabis Legalization in Arizona

The legalization of cannabis in Arizona will create more opportunities for cannabis growers, producers, and extraction companies. Beyond the economic implications, cannabis legalization is a social issue with deep-rooted complexities. The change in policy represents a step towards a more just and equitable society. It’s a recognition that criminalizing cannabis has disproportionately affected marginalized communities.

Increased Cannabis Industry Regulation in Arizona

Legalization also increases the opportunity for regulation. Increased regulation will mean that cannabis production and consumption will be safer. However, it presents new challenges for cannabis growers and producers, who will have to ensure their facilities are in compliance with new codes and regulations. CE+C has experience working in Arizona and can help you through the permitting process.

Resources for Arizona Cannabis Grow and Extraction Facility Owners

Now that it’s legal, are you considering getting into the cannabis business or expanding your medical cannabis operation in Arizona? The experts at CE+C bring expertise from more than 65 cannabis projects. We also have years of experience with wineries, breweries, and distilleries, which have many of the same challenges as extraction labs. Our grow experience is added onto a variety of skills developed on food manufacturing and science lab projects, each of which rely on very tight climate control. We think the most important thing about us, though, is that we are passionate about seeing you succeed! Everything we do, from our first contact with you to the last part of a project, is centered on your needs and goals.

For that reason, our website has free resources for growers and processors. Here are a few places to start.

• If you have a medical cannabis facility and are converting your license, maybe now is the time to consider expansion.
• For growers: Find out what you should be considering as you design a cannabis grow facility, including lighting, temperature and humidity control, and CO2 enrichment.
• For processors: Learn more about what to consider as you design your extraction facility.
• Read about extraction solvents , including CID1 and CID2 chemicals.

As your facility grows, keep CE+C’s resources in mind, and sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date.