The cannabis farms of California’s Emerald Triangle are often cloaked in mystery, but a famed-photographer’s book is giving a glimpse into the world of cannabis farmers deep in the Humboldt hills. The book, “Sustainable Sun-Grown Cannabis,” is a celebration of outdoor cultivation from the photographer Justin McIvor, better known as Justin Cannabis. Thanks to McIvor’s photos and …
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The Next Wave in Cannabis Retail: Smart Stores
The American retail sector is experiencing a structural shift and redefining how consumer packaged goods brands and retailers approach advertising and marketing. Advanced technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and the internet of things are fueling the rise of “smart stores,” bridging the gap between online and in-store shopping. From AI-powered shopping assistants and scan-to-shop technology to holographic …
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The Rise of Cannabis in Florida
Florida’s cannabis landscape is evolving rapidly, with a well-established medical marijuana program and an ongoing debate over recreational legalization. As of July 2023, Florida had over 831,000 registered medical marijuana patients, making up 3.74% of the state’s population. With billions of dollars at stake, legalization advocates, industry leaders, and lawmakers are all watching closely to see if …
Cannabis Tourism in 2025: Destinations, Trends, and Tips
In 2025, cannabis tourism has blossomed into a mainstream travel niche, drawing enthusiasts from around the world to explore the cultural, culinary, and recreational aspects of cannabis. According to a 2024 report by the Global Cannabis Tourism Association (GCTA), the cannabis tourism market grew by 20% annually between 2022 and 2024, with projected revenue of …
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High Stakes and High Demand: Will Las Vegas Finally Allow Cannabis Near Casinos?
Las Vegas, a city known for pushing boundaries, remains curiously hesitant when it comes to legal cannabis access on the Strip. Despite Nevada’s legalization of recreational marijuana, strict federal regulations keep casinos from getting involved—forcing tourists to turn to illicit markets instead of regulated dispensaries. But could that soon change? Assemblymember Max Carter II is preparing …
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Celebs’ biggest cannabis products of 2025
The year 2025 is well underway, and let’s be real: there’s a million and one cannabis brands to choose from on the market. And while we all have our own preferences, the celeb weed keeps coming and some of it is tight. Celeb weed does numbers. A 2023 study by the Headset data company shows celebrity-owned …
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Best places to smoke weed in Mexico City: local celebs share favorite spots
Mexico City’s hustle and bustle is legendary: crowded, noisy, eclectic, spicy, fun, extreme, rock ‘n’ roll, versatile, bizarre, quintessentially Latin American—and simply fantastic. The scent of cannabis can often be detected in the air. With a growing 420-friendly culture, the city offers diverse settings where people choose to light up. But is it legal to smoke weed in Mexico …
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MARY Fest 2025: Brooklyn’s Ultimate Cannabis Lifestyle Experience
New York’s premier cannabis lifestyle festival is set to take over Brooklyn on Saturday, April 19, 2025. MARY Fest—curated by the team behind MARY Magazine—is an immersive experience blending cannabis, fashion, music, health and wellness, design, and technology into a one-day festival that connects brands with consumers in an authentic and engaging environment. https://stupiddope.com/2025/02/mary-fest-2025-brooklyns-ultimate-cannabis-lifestyle-experience/
Colorado’s “first psychedelic church” for magic mushrooms opens in Colorado Springs
The walls of Benji Dezaval’s basement are painted a deep forest green. Vines trickle below a white lotus lantern in the center of the room and a pot of succulents hangs in the corner. The lights are dimmed, giving the room a gentle green glow. About a dozen people face each other, some sitting in chairs …
Las Vegas weed reform could create historic shift
Those dreaming of Vegas weed may conjure thoughts of sparking joints on the Strip while taking in the commotion and bright lights–but that is far from reality. Nevada legalized personal use in 2001, and a separate Senate bill approved licensed sales in 2013 before voters then legalized adult use a few years later. https://www.greenstate.com/news/las-vegas-weed-sales/
