The state of Missouri will begin accepting cannabis license applications on July 27, 2023. However, the license application instructions for applying can be accessed at cannabis.mo.gov. The state will issue 48 micro-business licenses to qualifying applicants via a random lottery drawing on October 3, 2023. The amount of qualifying applicants who will apply is still unknown.

What is a Micro Business?

A micro-business in Missouri is defined as ” a small businesses that is designed to allow marginalized or under-represented individuals to participate in the legal marijuana market.”. Other states, such as Arizona, California, and Colorado for example, call this type of business a “Social Equity” license.

Every Business Needs Standard Operating Procedures

Let us help you write custom SOP’s for your new Missouri Microbusiness. These are a great addition to a Missouri Cannabis License Application, and may be necessary to become operational.

Who is Eligible to Apply?

To quality for a “micro business” license in Missouri, applicants must meet at least one of the following standards.

• Have a Net Worth of less than $250,000
  • and an Income Level of less than 250% of the federal poverty level
• Have a valid disability card issued by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs
• If you, your parent, guardian, or spouse has been arrested, prosecuted, or convicted of a non-violent marijuana offense at least one (1) year prior to December 8, 2022.
  • Excluding marijuana charges that involved provision of marijuana to a minor
  • Excluding marijuana DUI charges
• Reside in a zip code where:
  • At least 30% of the population lives in poverty
  • The rate of unemployment is 50% higher than the state average
  • The rate of incarceration is 50% higher than the State rate
• Graduated from a school district that was unaccredited

Let us do the work for you! We can write your application, provide you with compliant SOP’s, OR BOTH! Contact us today for a free 30 minute consultation.

We have a wide variety of services for a current or future cannabis business.

To begin, the state of Florida is known to have strict rules about cannabis. Currently, there are 22 license holders in the state. Additional restrictions include vertical integration. Therefore, the company must grow, manufacture, process, and sell their own products. This has proven to complicate entering the industry. However, for the right investors, the market could prove to be profitable. Thankfully, Florida has issued an emergency rule which will open medical cannabis license applications. Moreover, the state will issue an additional 22 licenses. This will double the amount of licenses available in the state.

The application period will be from April 24 through April 28, 2023. The state has the application requirements on their website. You can find them here.

Finally, Putting together a Florida medical cannabis license application takes time, and attention to detail. It may also require standard operating procedures to demonstrate the companies ability to become operational. Due to this, Many people chose to have someone write their application for them.

Let us do the work for you! We can write your application, provide you with compliant SOP’s, OR BOTH! Contact us today for a free 30 minute consultation.

We have a wide variety of services for a current or future cannabis business.

The cannabis industry is so new, that many find themselves wondering which seed to sale software to use. This includes cannabis law makers whom must appoint a track and trace software for their state to use. Many states are already operating on a variety of different software solutions and have complaints about their abilities. There are so many, how can we tell which one is the best seed to sale software available?

There are many things to consider when choosing a seed to sale software system. The biggest concern in the industry is the ability to track and record the inventory as it is being produced and sold. However, there are other items companies should be tracking. This includes the costs of cultivating and selling cannabis, internal and state reporting, marketing, loyalty, and route optimization.

A few different Software Solutions are as follows:

• Adilas
• Dutchie
• Biotrack
• 365 Cannabis
• MJ Freeway
• Cultivera

So which software offers all of these necessary components? The short answer is, there is not one currently on the market. This contributes to the frustration many business owners in the cannabis industry encounter. They must purchase subscriptions from multiple software systems in order to incorporate technology into the company operations.

Then, you ask which software system is the best for the industry?

Unfortunately, there is no straight answer. This will depend on your business model, company values, and state or province requirements. Start up companies may prioritize a budget friendly software. Larger corporations may prioritize how user friendly the software is, its ability to process large amounts of data, and the option for custom reporting. Some states require the use of a seed to sale software that integrates with their designated track an trace software (METRC and PMP), while other states do not have limitations on the seed to sale tracking system that a company will use. Refer to our “Locations” tab to choose your state and learn more about what software options we recommend.

To conclude, every software system is designed with different objectives in mind. To find a perfect fit, will take some company evaluation and time. We can help you discover what software system would be perfect for your business. Let us help you choose the best software for your company. Contact us today for a FREE 30 minute consultation!

We have a wide variety of services for a current or future cannabis business.

Several states are currently accepting Cannabis Business License Applications. We will list them below along with their respected deadlines. If you are looking at opening your own cannabis business, we are here to help! From California, to Maine, Alaska and Hawaii, we have your cannabis business needs covered from Seed to Sale.

States Accepting License Applications in 2023:

• Illinois is accepting cannabis business applications until March 3, 2023.
• Texas is accepting applications until April 28, 2023.
• Florida will begin accepting applications for 22 licensing spots available during the 2023 year. However, the state has not announced the opening date yet.
• Virginia will begin selling cannabis in January of 2024. Licensing application deadlines will likely be in late 2023.

We offer cannabis business license application writing services.

In addition, we can help with some of the requirements of the application. We offer state specific Standard Operating Procedures that adhere to the rules set forth by the state. Most states require Standard Operating Procedures and a Business Plan as part of their cannabis business license applications packet. Lastly, if you are looking for a diversity plan, we have those as well!

We have a wide variety of services for a current or future cannabis business.

Every state requires some form of testing to the final cannabis product. Therefore, every state requires at least one cannabis testing lab. However, the testing requirements vary depending on the legalization status of the state. For example, Arizona requires different cannabis testing than New Jersey . In addition, New Jersey cannabis testing labs must enter test results into the state tracking system, METRC, while Arizona labs must simply communicate final test results to the company whom ordered the test. Arizona and New Jersey are not the only states whom require testing, but they are two good examples.

Because each state regulation varies, it can be hard for a lab corporation to standardize their cannabis testing lab SOP’s. Even small labs can have trouble applying for lab licensing through their state. Luckily, we are here to help!

We Offer State Specific Standard Operating Procedures For Cannabis Labs!

If you are a testing lab trying to apply for a marijuana license, we can help with that too! We offer cannabis testing lab application writing services. Click the Contact Us button above, leave your information, and we will contact you and send over a quote for our services. (Normal application writing projects start at $3500 but the price may vary depending on the project.)

We have a wide variety of services for a current or future cannabis business.

Rhode Island legalized recreational cannabis in May of 2022. Alas, Personal use marijuana sales began December 1, 2022. However, there are only 6 licensed retailers who can sell recreational cannabis to the public. You may purchase personal use marijuana if you are over the age of 21. Additionally, you may only purchase up to 1 ounce of cannabis at a time. Most importantly, only 10 ounces are legal to have at your home or in your possession.

These 6 retailers have “hybrid retail licenses,” which allow licensed compassion centers to sell both medical marijuana and marijuana products to Rhode Island adults. The Department of Rhode Island Office of Cannabis Regulations calls these marijuana products “safe, well-regulated and competitively priced”. We will have to wait and see how consumers respond to the new recreational market.

If you would like to become a cannabis retailer in New Jersey and would like assistance applying for a license, click the link below to contact us!

In conclusion, the Rhode Island department of health took only 6 months to implement an Adult use sales. They successfully launched the Rhode Island Recreational Cannabis industry to benefit citizens and communities.

We have a wide variety of services for a current or future cannabis business.

The Arizona Department of Health Services is yet again raffling off marijuana licenses, except this time the license is for a medical cannabis dispensary. The department is calling the allocation the “2022 Nonprofit Medical Marijuana Dispensary Allocation”. The cultivation that accompanies a medical cannabis dispensary is where the business would be able to turn a profit. But not just anyone can apply for an Arizona Medical Marijuana License.

Medical Applicant Requirements

For starters, an applicant, and principal officer members, must have a valid marijuana facility agent license. Additionally, the primary board members must acquire property to dispense product either by rental agreement or by ownership. The dispensary must also have local zoning sign an attestation stating that the proposed dispensary is in compliance with any local zoning restrictions. Lastly, The dispensary must provide policies and standard operating procedures that comply with the Arizona Medical Marijuana rule. (These are the basic requirements. The Arizona Department of Health Services contains a detailed list of everything required to apply.)

Our Policies and Standard Operating Procedures Cover Inventory Control, Qualifying Patient Recordkeeping, Security, and More!

Applications for nonprofit medical marijuana dispensary certificates will be accepted beginning December 16, 2022 in the ADHS, Licensing Management System Facility Licensing Portal. The department will not accept applications after December 30, 2022.

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Prior to November 9, 2022, nineteen states, the District of Columbia, and two other U.S. territories legalized recreational marijuana in some form. As of November 9, Maryland and Missouri join the list of recreational cannabis states.

Maryland citizens passed Question 4 permitting recreational cannabis in the state. It includes charging the legislature with providing guidelines for the use, distribution, possession, regulation, and taxation of cannabis. Beginning in July 2023, Maryland residents will be able to possess up to 1.5 ounces of cannabis. Additionally, they will be able to purchase cannabis from licensed cannabis retailers in Maryland. To learn more from a consumer perspective, visit the Maryland Medical Cannabis Commission website.

If you are a cannabis business, we can help you with the Adult Use cannabis application.

Missouri citizens passed Amendment 3, permitting recreational cannabis in the state and prohibiting the discrimination on the basis of medical cannabis use. The Amendment becomes effective on December 8, 2022. The Amendment legalizes the purchase, possession, consumption, use, delivery, and manufacture or sale of cannabis for those 21 and older. However, municipalities can still ban recreational cannabis through public vote. Employers can additionally discipline employees for working while under the influence of recreational cannabis. Of important note, this Amendment also includes a new anti-discrimination provision that applies to medical cannabis users. The Amendment states that employers may not discriminate against employees or potential employees if they participate in the states medical cannabis program.

Thankfully, We Have Standard Operating Procedures That Outline The Regulation

In conclusion, we happily welcome Maryland and Missouri to the list of Recreational Cannabis States. We can’t wait to see the industry spread into other states and eventually become federally legal.

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A company in Portland, Oregon is facing repercussions after mixing up a THC and CBD product. Consumers then purchased the CBD product and had adverse effects. An employee mixed up the two buckets containing CBD and THC products when packaging the finished goods for sale. The company also failed to test the finished products before selling to consumers which led to over a dozen consumers becoming sick after purchasing what they thought was CBD. Oregon regulators immediately took action by recalling both batches of products in question. We emphasize the importance of seed to sale tracking and inventory management following this event.

The company is facing a 70 day license suspension and a $200,000 fine from the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission. This does not include the multiple lawsuits that consumers filed against the company. The first mistake the company made was using tracking labels that they affixed to packages by a rubber band. This makes it easy for the label to fall off or be taken off by an employee leaving room for human error. The company also stored both products on the same shelves, and used similar package identification numbers for both products. The company had the same employee package both batches of products. All of these factors show the importance of seed to sale tracking and good inventory control procedures are for the cannabis industry.

If you are having trouble with your inventory control procedures, or need help with a seed to sale tracking system, we are here to help! We specialize in cannabis SOP’s and marijuana consulting.

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Mississippi will begin accepting marijuana applications on June 1st 2022 at 8:00am. Once the application process begins, there will be a 30-day approval time for business licensure applications. The Mississippi Department of Revenue is responsible for licensing medical dispensaries. The Department of Health is responsible for licensing medical patients, processing, testing, transportation and waste facilities.

Need Help Writing Your Application? We Offer Application Assistance!

To apply for a cannabis license, potential applicants should first register with the Mississippi Secretary of State’s Office. Subsequently, the business will need to ensure they are following all regulations outlined by the state. This includes testing, marketing, and advertising regulations. The department requires all applicants pass a background check and complete the finger printing process. In addition, all city ordinances must be reviewed and the business city must approve the business. Not only does the state require the business and owner information, it also requires the business submit Standard Operating Procedures along with their application. Mississippi marijuana applications with SOP’s can take hours to put together. Not to worry, we have you covered!

We Have Mississippi Specific SOP’s For Your Application. We Also Customize These SOP’s To Match Your Business Operations.

Finally, Mississippi requires medical cannabis businesses use METRC as the state designated track and trace system. You may definitely need training and support with seed to sale system integration and training on METRC. Therefore, we offer software support and training manuals that can help you with METRC and any seed to sale software you choose.

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