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Kamala Blames The DEA, Plus Edible Trends From Christine Apple

In our latest Trade To Black Podcast for Wednesday, October 16th, hosts Shadd Dales and Anthony are joined by Christine Apple, CEO & Founder of edible category leader GRÖN. We’ll discuss the exciting industry trends related to edible products, the impact of hemp. We’ll also discuss how things are progressing in the wake of Kamala Harris’ proposed plan for federal cannabis legalization, and her most recent comments about the DEA and other bureaucracy being responsible for the delay.

GRÖN is one of the leading US edible companies, with products that are both hemp and cannabis infused. They’re well known for high-quality, organic products, including chocolates, gummies, and more. Since her start in Portland, Oregon, GRÖN has expanded over the last ten years into eight states and Canada.

Edibles and cannabis beverages are an incredibly hot, growing trend—one that appeals as an entry point for new cannabis consumers who may be less inclined to try smoking or vaping. Currently, edibles represent as much as 15 % of the market, and that number is growing, especially with low dose products focused on sleep and calm.

Christine Apple explains in depth about GRÖN’s product range, and how the products cater to different dosing preferences in various states. She also talks about plans for expansion in the hemp market as a tool of strategic potential in some restricted states, though market data might be limited.

Join in for the discussion about the increased attention cannabis is getting prior to this year’s election. With Kamala Harris having just unveiled her plan to make federally legal cannabis “the law of the land” criticism over her prosecution record has surfaced again. Kamala has gone on record at a town hall, saying part of the reason that the rescheduling effort has been delayed is federal bureaucracy that “slows things down,” at all levels, including at the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA).

We’ll also review latest numbers out of Michigan for the month of September. Why were the state’s cannabis sales down 10% from August 2024? Find out, in this episode.


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