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Cannabis Market Trends Are Evolving in 2025 Cannabis tourism is moving beyond novelty and entering a growth stage driven by legalization, wellness travel, and immersive experiences. Whether you’re a travel operator, cannabis business, or curious adventurer, here’s what you need to know about this niche but fast-growing market. The Numbers Behind the Movement The global cannabis tourism market grew from approximately $10.2 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach nearly $23.7 billion …

California’s Bold Rule‑Change on Hemp In June 2025, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) unveiled a proposal to codify its emergency regulations banning hemp‑derived THC wellness products. If adopted, products like delta‑8, delta‑10, THC-O and similar cannabinoids would be prohibited in food, beverages, and supplements sold in the state. The proposed rule, known as DPH‑24‑005, enters a 45‑day public comment period starting June 13, 2025, culminating in a public hearing on …

New Senate Farm Bill Reshapes Hemp Product Restrictions As of mid‑2025, the Senate has introduced sweeping changes to the Farm Bill that could fundamentally reshape how hemp-derived products are regulated—especially intoxicating cannabinoids like delta‑8, delta‑10, HHC, and THCA. If you're a producer, retailer, or advocate, here's what’s happening and what you can expect. How We Got Here: The Original 2018 Farm Bill Loophole The 2018 Agriculture Improvement Act legalized hemp federal …

Managing the Smell and Regulation Legal cannabis is well-established in New York City, but in 2025 the city faces a new challenge: how to balance legal consumption with public quality-of-life concerns. From pervasive odor complaints to lawsuits and policy proposals, here’s a deep dive into how New York City is navigating cannabis in public. The Problem: Cannabis Odor and Public Space Since adult-use legalization in 2021, cannabis smoking is allowed in the same places where tobacco smoking …

Federal Cannabis Rescheduling Debate News Updates The federal conversation around cannabis is heating up — again. This time, it’s not just activists or state lawmakers pushing for change. The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is now at the center of the storm, facing pressure to reschedule cannabis at the federal level for the first time in decades. But what does this really mean? Who’s pushing back? And how is DEA leadership influencing the outcome? What Is Cannabis Resch …