NORWOOD, Mass., July 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Following today’s announcement that Delaware will commence adult-use sales of cannabis, MariMed CEO Jon Levine released the following statement: “We are excited to participate in the expansion of Delaware’s cannabis program to include adult-use sales. Our Delaware business unit, First State Compassion (“FSC”), was the first licensed operator in the state 10 years ago, and since then we have proudly served the state’s medical cannabis patients. The investment ...

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, June 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LEEF Brands Inc. (CSE: LEEF) (OTCQB: LEEEF) (“LEEF” or the “Company”), a premier California and New York extraction company, today announced a significant development as it begins to expand nationally. LEEF Closes on New York Type 1 Cannabis Processor LicenseLEEF has officially closed on the acquisition of a Type 1 Cannabis Processor License in New York. This is a plant-touching license that allows the Company to engage in extraction, blending, ...

Core Insights - High Tide Inc. has opened a new Canna Cabana retail cannabis store in Cochrane, Alberta, increasing its total store count to 196 across Canada, with 85 located in Alberta [1][4] - The new store is strategically positioned to serve over 8,000 residents in an area with no current cannabis retail competition, enhancing High Tide's market presence [2][4] - The company is actively pursuing entry into the German medical cannabis market, aiming to become a major importer and distributor of Canadian medical cannabis products [3][5] Company Expansion - The new Cochrane store reflects High Tide's commitment to expanding in markets with strong long-term potential, aiming to become the preferred cannabis retailer for local residents [4] - High Tide's Cabana Club loyalty program is gaining traction, with ELITE signups accelerating, indicating strong brand loyalty and customer engagement [4] - The company has generated $1.7 billion in Canadian cannabis sales since 2018, which has attracted interest from potential partners in Germany [3][5] Market Opportunities - The German medical cannabis market is experiencing rapid growth, with imported dried flower volumes exceeding 70 tons in 2024, more than doubling from the previous year [5] - High Tide is exploring alternative acquisition targets after pausing the Purecan acquisition, aiming to leverage its Canadian sales success to establish a foothold in the German market [5] - The company is focused on delivering an unmatched retail experience and providing value to customers as it expands its operations [4]