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Minnesota Enters New Era with First Off-Reservation Tribal Dispensary
White Earth Nation makes history in Moorhead, opening a state-compact dispensary off tribal land and setting a new precedent for Minnesota's cannabis market.
Minnesota's THC Beverage Boom: How the State Became a National Pioneer in Cannabis Drinks
Minnesota didn't just legalize cannabis -- it accidentally pioneered one of the fastest-growing beverage categories in the country. Here's how THC drinks went from novelty to nearly 10% of liquor store sales.
From $31 Million to $430 Million: Minnesota's Cannabis Market Is Just Getting Started
Minnesota's cannabis market recorded $31 million in adult-use sales in its first 90 days. The OCM now projects $430 million for 2026 -- a 14x increase driven by 135 licenses, 96 retail sites, improving supply, and more than 1,300 operators in the pipeline.
Minnesota's First Locally Grown Dispensary Flower: What Frostbite Dispensary's Historic Feb. 12 Sale Means for the Market
On February 12, 2026, Frostbite Dispensary in Roseville sold Minnesota's first cannabis flower from a new state-licensed cultivator. The 49-day testing wait behind that sale reveals everything about where Minnesota's cannabis supply chain stands today.
After Anoka, 12 More Minnesota Cities Are Racing to Open Municipal Cannabis Dispensaries
Anoka Cannabis Company opened February 6, 2026 as Minnesota's first city-operated dispensary. Now 12 more cities — including Osseo, Elk River, Blaine, and Buffalo — have filed applications to launch their own municipal cannabis stores. Here's what to expect.
Minnesota Senate Bill Would Cap Cannabis Flower at 15% THC -- Here's What That Means
Senate File 3591, introduced by Senator Matt Klein on February 17, would cap cannabis flower at 15% THC and concentrates at 30%. The industry says it will drive consumers to the black market. Here's a full breakdown.
Stillwater's Bold Move: Minnesota City to Launch its Own Cannabis Gummy Brand
In a first for the state, the city of Stillwater is launching its own government-branded cannabis gummies and asking residents for naming ideas, signaling a new era for Minnesota's legal cannabis market.
Minnesota and Red Lake Nation Sign Historic Cannabis Business Agreement
A landmark agreement between the State of Minnesota and the Red Lake Band of Chippewa opens the door for business partnerships between tribal and state-licensed cannabis operators, reshaping the future of the state's market.
Minnesota's Cannabis Market: Key Legal Insights from MJBizCon
A leading cannabis attorney breaks down the complexities of Minnesota's burgeoning market, from social equity licensing to the pivotal role of tribal dispensaries.
OCM Launching 'Connecting with Community' Tour: How to Engage Minnesota's Cannabis Regulators
Minnesota's Office of Cannabis Management launches a statewide listening tour starting March 12 in Pine County, Cloquet, and Duluth. Here's who should attend and what to expect.
Minnesota's Cannabis Market Set for Major Growth in 2026: What to Expect
Minnesota's adult-use cannabis market is projected for steady and significant growth heading into 2026. Learn about the key drivers and what it means for consumers.
Minnesota's Early Cannabis Sales Exceed $31M, Fueled by Tribal Markets
Minnesota's initial recreational cannabis sales have surpassed $31 million since a September launch, a figure driven entirely by tribal nations as the state prepares its own licensing system.