Virginia’s Industrial Hemp Industry in Limbo as Fed Shifts and State Drags
One week, your buyers want 10,000 units of “hemp-derived” product for summer. The next week, your compliance lead asks if that SKU survives the next federal shift. Virginia hemp operators aren’t short on demand. You’re short on certainty. That whiplash costs real money. If your packaging team sits idle for 2 hours because a label […]
Best Automated Pre-Roll Machines 2026: The Complete Buyer’s Guide
Erik Pre-Roll Equipment Expert, STM Canna — Spokane, WA | 1B+ pre-rolls produced on STM technology | Equipment used by 50% of the top 20 U.S. pre-roll brands Last updated: May 2026 | Data sourced from manufacturer specifications, Custom Cones USA 2026 Market Report, and Headset.io 2025. Every guide to the best automated pre-roll machines […]
Pre-Roll Machine Prices in 2026: What to Expect at Every Budget
E Erik Pre-Roll Equipment Expert, STM Canna — Spokane, WA | 1B+ pre-rolls produced on STM technology | Equipment used by 50% of the top 20 U.S. pre-roll brands Last updated: May 2026 | Data sourced from manufacturer websites and the Custom Cones USA 2026 Market Report. Pre-roll machine prices range from $3,500 for a […]
Medical Marijuana: Did Trump Fumble and legalize it In South Carolina?
A federal change in marijuana policy has states paying attention, and staying careful. Most leaders are not rushing to rewrite their laws. Still, one state stands out because of an old statute sitting on the books. That state is South Carolina. On Thursday, the U.S. Justice Department issued a final order that moved medical marijuana […]
What The Jamaica Cannabis Industry Is Getting Right and Wrong
Jamaica cannabis sales hit about US$63 million in 2025, around J$10 billion, up close to two-thirds year over year. That’s real growth, not vibes. Legal production also jumped to 13,136 kg, up 44%, with licensed cultivation covering 15.4 hectares. The numbers say Jamaica built momentum. They also say the legal footprint stays small. If you […]
Pre Rolls Beat Flower As Top Cannabis Product In 2025
Flower used to carry the whole operation. Now pre-rolls are taking that top slot in more markets than most teams expected. In several U.S. states, pre-rolls now account for 15% to 20% of total cannabis sales, with growth rates hitting 20% year-over-year. Flower still moves volume, but its growth has slowed into single digits in […]
Why I Wouldn’t Bet on Michigan Right Now — But I’d Still Bet on You (If You Use Automation)
I remember sitting across from a fellow operator at MJBizCon last year, both of us nursing burnt coffee and staring at our P&Ls. “I don’t know how much longer we can keep doing this,” he said. He was in Michigan. I was in Washington. But the pain? Identical. When I heard that TerrAscend—owners of Gage […]
MJBizCon 2024: Celebrate 8 Years with STM!
MJBizCon 2024 is just around the corner, and we are so excited. This marks our eighth anniversary of showcasing at the most significant cannabis conference in the world! As veterans in the industry, we look forward to showing you all we have to offer and how we have pushed the envelope even further this year. […]
STM Canna’s Strategic Expansion: Powering Infusion Innovation & Pre-Roll Automation
The pre-roll market is booming, and with the explosion of infused pre-rolls, cannabis businesses need the right tools to capitalize on this demand. STM Canna, the global leader in pre-roll automation, understands this. Their recent expansion of manufacturing facilities is bold. They’re committed to innovation, customer success, and setting the standard for the pre-roll industry. […]
Live Demo Event on April 16th – Discover the Future of Pre-Roll Production
Are you ready to witness the next revolution in pre-roll production technology? We are thrilled to invite you to an exclusive live demonstration of groundbreaking advancements in the pre-roll industry on April 16th. You won’t want to miss it! Why Attend the Live Demo? Staying updated with the latest technologies is crucial in an industry […]