AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 minutes agoDEA Rescheduling Hearing: The federal government kicked off its marijuana rescheduling case, arguing cannabis has accepted medical value, lower abuse potential, and less overdose risk than opioids and alcohol—while Michigan’s medical market keeps shrinking as adult-use dominates. State Retail Rollout: Virginia’s budget clears the way for recreational marijuana sales in stores starting July 1, 2027, with higher possession limits, THC caps, and up to 350 retail licenses. Market & Finance: Glass House Brands begins trading on the NYSE after uplisting tied to the medical cannabis Schedule III shift; meanwhile, a Missouri lawsuit targets a cannabis “cashless ATM” scheme that allegedly misleads customers with hidden fees. Industry Operations: A Wisconsin hemp rally highlights looming federal THC limits that could force many hemp businesses to shut down in November. Policy Pressure: Hemp sellers head to court to fight new rules, as operators brace for shifting state and federal enforcement. Safety & Compliance: Coast Guard interdictions seized $63M+ in cocaine and marijuana in the Eastern Pacific, underscoring ongoing supply-chain pressure.
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