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Unveiling 2023’s Cannabis Licensing Opportunities

Licensing opportunities in the cannabis industry for 2023, with a focus on the states of Florida, New York, Missouri, and New Jersey

Published

2 years ago

April 11, 2023

Global Cannabis Times Staff

In this episode, our panel of cannabis consultants and cannabis lawyers discuss the licensing opportunities in the cannabis industry for 2023, with a focus on the states of Florida, New York, Missouri, and New Jersey. The industry is expected to expand to 16 million adult consumers, increasing the number of licensing opportunities. Florida is highlighted as having a limited number of competing companies and the potential for vertical integration, making it an attractive opportunity. New York has set rules that limit market power and hinder competition, while Missouri opens their recreational market. New Jersey is considered to be one of the biggest opportunities due to the slow rollout of New York’s program.

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