Minnesota Cannabis Regulators Say Nearly 400 Weed Shops Will Open Amid Crackdown On Illicit Sales
Minnesota is expected to have a minimum of 381 cannabis dispensaries throughout the state, according to the regulatory body in charge of implementing state-wide legalization. The estimates are aligned with state law which requires a retail registration for every 12,500 individuals. OCM's new report stated that it is impossible to accurately assess demand and supply, emphasising the need for further research. Minnesota's legal marijuana sales will officially launch next year. In contrast, illicit marijuana sales have steadily increased throughout the state in the absence of a regulated market. The Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) has announced plans to create an interagency plan to tackle a domestic hemp industry selling marijuana buds that contain above the 0.3% THC threshold.
