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One Year of Legal Recreational Cannabis: Where the Cannabis Industry Stands

In Colorado this week, the first year of legally sanctioned cannabis sales since Prohibition began comes to a close. Of course, cannabis remains illegal at the federal level, but there is a vibrant market here in Colorado—and, in many ways, what makes this past year so notable is its lack of notoriety. For Coloradans who don’t participate in the cannabis market, life is not significantly different now than it was one or even five years ago. For those who do sell or consume, life tends to be a little bit better.

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Cannabis: The Big Winner of 2014 Elections

Republican victories across the nation may dominate the headlines, but the biggest winner of the 2014 midterm elections is cannabis. Oregon and Alaska, the two states considering recreational legalization measures, both voted to end prohibition, as did our nation’s capital, Washington, D.C. While voters in Florida clearly support medical marijuana (with 57.6% voting yes), patients there will have to continue to wait as Florida requires a 60% majority to pass a ballot initiative.

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The Future of Cannabis: Extracts and Infusions

In late October, I had honor of attending The Infused Product and Extraction Symposium organized by The National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA). The venue was elegant and the room was filled with suits that were surly containing very high-powered and business savvy professionals which now overwhelm the numbers of tie-dyed brothers and sisters of this industry’s rebellious past. To say that the air was saturated with the inspiring excitement of this innovative and prolific new industry would be an understatement indeed. From Dixie Elixirs to Eden Labs, this first-of-its-kind conference gathered the best and brightest in the world of cannabis oil extraction and product infusion to discuss the future of these practices and the rapidly expanding regulations surrounding their continuance. Here we’ll talk about why this side of the industry is here to stay, and walk up-and-coming entrepreneurs through the fundamentals of starting a successful business in this sector.

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Map of U.S. States that have legalized medical or recreational Marijuana use
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Benefits of Regulation

Here at Surna, we are big fans of regulating the cannabis industry. Why? Because regulation leads to job creation, tax revenue and a decrease in availability to minors, not to mention a better understanding of what exactly it is that you are buying.

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The Power of Words

Words are powerful tools. They can spark a revolution or stop one in its tracks. They can villainize or sanctify an object. For this reason, it is important to choose your words carefully, especially when dealing with a hot-button issue like cannabis legalization.

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