Cannabis and hemp businesses in Minnesota are bracing for new rules that could reshape the industry, sparking debate among business owners, lawmakers and tribal leaders.
Cannabis and hemp business changes proposed
What we know:
Lawmakers are looking at proposals that would make it easier for businesses to operate across medical, recreational, and hemp markets.
Part of the stated goal is to increase cannabis cultivation in Minnesota, addressing supply shortages that can lead to higher prices.
Dig deeper:
Some business owners, like Minny Grown in Cannon Falls, have already invested heavily in transitioning from hemp to adult-use cannabis.
Minnesota cannabis: New rules mixing medical, recreational and hemp operations face mixed reviews
