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Cannabis Workers In New Jersey Ratify A New Contract

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April 20, 2026

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Cannabis Workers In New Jersey Ratify A New Contract

Members of UFCW Local 152, who work at The Botanist dispensaries and cannabis grow locations in Egg Harbor Township and Collingswood, New Jersey, ratified a new contract on February 26.

The three-year contract includes significant overall pay increases for all involved, as well as guaranteed annual raises throughout the contract. All members who have served at least 90 days will also receive a ratification bonus. The contract also preserves affordable union health care.

Under the new contract, every worker at The Botanist will receive an additional floating holiday, and senior members with at least five years of continuous service will be entitled to another floating holiday starting in January 2027. Now, these members will be able to carry over more earned paid time off than ever before.

The contract includes language for shop stewards and union representatives to organize orientations for new union members. These short meetings provide an opportunity to formally educate new members about UFCW Local 152 and union differences. The contract also includes language for workers to voluntarily opt into the UFCW active voting club.

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Cannabis Sales Failed to March – New Cannabis Ventures

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2 weeks ago

April 6, 2026

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Cannabis Sales Failed to March – New Cannabis Ventures

New Cannabis Ventures offers readers this easy-to-read exclusive summary of BDSA’s 15-state monthly cannabis sales data.

Cannabis sales rose 6.5% sequentially in March. Adjusted for the higher number of days, sales were down 3.8% sequentially on a daily basis. In this review, we break down the results by state, starting with the western markets and then ending with the eastern markets. Overall, the BDSA estimates sales in 15 markets totaled $2.14 billion in March, up 1.6 percent from a year ago.

Western markets

BDSA provides coverage for Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada and Oregon. In March, annual growth was negative in four states. Growth in each of these states fell consecutively on a daily basis.

Eastern markets

BDSA provides coverage for Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, Ohio and Pennsylvania. In March, annual growth ranged from -6.8% in Florida to +32.7% in Ohio. Ohio began using adults in August, spurring growth. Note that Florida and Pennsylvania are medical markets only. On a daily basis, sequential growth declined in seven out of ten markets. Annual growth was negative in five markets and rose sharply in only two states. We warned of a potential slowdown in Florida despite strong dispensary and unit volume growth due to competitive pressure.

For readers interested in a deeper look hemp markets in these fifteen states and more, including segmentation by additional product categories, brand and product details, longer history and segmentation by product attributes, learn how BDSA Solutions can give you access to actionable data and analytics.

Based in Houston, Alan leverages his experience as an online community founder 420 Investorthe first and still the largest due diligence platform focused on publicly traded stocks in the cannabis industry. With his extensive network in the cannabis community, Alan continues to find new ways to connect the industry and facilitate its sustainable growth. time New Cannabis Ventureshe is responsible for content development and strategic alliances. Before turning his attention to the cannabis industry in early 2013, Alan, who began his career on Wall Street in 1986, worked as an independent research analyst with more than two decades of research and portfolio management experience. A prolific writer, with over 650 articles published since 2007 Looking for Alphawhere he has 70,000 followers, Alan is a frequent speaker at industry conferences and frequent source Media including the NY Times, Wall Street Journal, Fox Business and Bloomberg TV. Contact Alan. Twitter: |: Facebook |: LinkedIn: |: El

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New Jersey Gov. Signs Hemp Bill Aligning State Regulations with Federal Rules

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2 weeks ago

April 5, 2026

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New Jersey Gov. Signs Hemp Bill Aligning State Regulations with Federal Rules

New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill (D) signed a bill Monday that raises the allowable limits of THC for hemp beverages sold in the state to 10 milligrams. of lEGISLATION also allows licensed hemp producers to possess cannabinoid products with THC levels above 0.3%, as long as they are not intended for direct consumers and meet safety requirements.

The legislation also outlaws the sale of intoxicating hemp products online or through vending machines; place a 750 milliliter container lid for hemp drinks; and requires intoxicating hemp products containing 10 milligrams of THC or more to have resealable packaging.

The bill also dictates that THC products made from hemp must undergo laboratory tests before they can be sold starting April 13 and have a certificate of analysis. The legislation includes a fine of $100 per container for businesses selling such products without a certificate.

The legislation gives licensees of the Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control and the Cannabis Regulatory Commission until Nov. 13 to exhaust their current inventory and switch to the new packaging and container rules.

The bill aims to align the state hemp program with federal rules signed into law by President Donald Trump (R) last year. These rules are set to go into effect this November.

TG joined Ganjapreneur in 2014 as a news writer and began hosting the Ganjapreneur podcast in 2016. He is based in upstate New York, where he also teaches media at a local university.
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Nevaeh Verde Dispensary in Belleville Celebrates First Anniversary with “Cannaversary” Event – Ganjapreneur

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March 17, 2026

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Nevaeh Verde Dispensary in Belleville Celebrates First Anniversary with “Cannaversary” Event – Ganjapreneur

Belleville, NJ – Nevaeh Verde DispensaryBelleville’s premier cannabis destination, is celebrating its first anniversary with a Cannaversary community event on March 21, marking a major milestone for the locally owned business that has quickly become known for its superior retail experience and dedication to cannabis education.

Located in the heart of Belleville, Nevaeh Verde was founded with the goal of creating a cannabis retail environment that feels welcoming, sophisticated and informative. Since opening its doors, the dispensary has focused on helping customers make intentional and informed purchasing decisions by featuring high-quality cannabis brands, artisan growers and products grown using organic and living soil methods.

“Our goal has always been to enhance the cannabis retail experience,” said Sasha Huetz, Manager of Nevaeh Verde Dispensary. “We wanted to create a space where people feel comfortable asking questions, learning about the plant and discovering products that really support their needs.” To celebrate its first year in business, Nevaeh Verde will host a Cannaversary party on March 21, featuring:

Live DJ
Local food vendors
Brand activation
Gift of products
Community engagement with cannabis brands and educators

The dispensary will continue the celebration with a special 4/20 event on April 18, giving customers and the surrounding community an opportunity to come together ahead of the national cannabis holiday.

These events reflect Nevaeh Verde’s broader mission of building a community-centered cannabis culture rooted in education, access and quality products. As New Jersey’s cannabis industry continues to grow, Nevaeh Verde remains committed to providing a retail experience that combines knowledge, hospitality and carefully curated cannabis products.
Members of the media are invited to attend the Cannaversary celebration or schedule interviews with the Nevaeh Verde team.

Event details:
Cannaversary Celebration, March 21, 2026, 1-7pm Nevaeh Verde Dispensary 176 Belmont Avenue Belleville, NJ

Celebration Event 4/20, April 18, 2026, 1-7pm Nevaeh Verde Dispensary Belleville, NJ
Location: 176 Belmont Avenue Belleville, NJ 07109