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Cannabis Data & Reports

2023 MJBiz Factbook

Curated by MJBizDaily editors, our data reports and guides help you make informed business decisions.

For: Cannabis Executives, Investors and Business Leaders

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Must-Have Resources for Cannabis Leaders

2023 Edition Now Available!

Get the facts on the current state of diversity and inclusion in the cannabis industry. This report examines the number of women and racial minority executives and employees by sector, and touches on opportunities for stronger social equity initiatives as more markets open to legalization.   

Looking for just the right product for better efficiency and more profit? We got you. Access our go-to guides on making product decisions in cannabis. Each includes a list of vendors.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in Cannabis

Real estate is a make-or-break factor for cannabis retail businesses. Get a better understanding of the complex challenges experienced by businesses in search of quality real estate and learn some of the crucial lessons shared by industry veterans meant to help future entrepreneurs avoid common pitfalls and regulatory barriers.

Advice and insights from the retail experts on best practices for retail/dispensary design including:

  • Investing in quality display infrastructure
  • Choosing the right point-of-sale system
  • How to implement e-commerce and last-mile delivery into your brick-and-mortar business plan

Cannabis Retail

Avoid indoor growing pains with expert tips for cultivators on the steps for creating a high-value cannabis crop including:

  • Understanding local zoning laws
  • Evaluating environmental controls
  • Optimizing power and irrigation systems
  • Utilizing automation opportunities 
  • Choosing the right benching equipment

Greenhouse Components

Master the complexities of supplemental lighting for indoor/greenhouse growing operations including:

  • Investing in the right lighting system components
  • The benefits of LED technology
  • How supplemental lighting impacts cannabinoids

Indoor Lighting

Learn how to wisely invest in automation machinery to address labor concerns and ensure a consistent product including:

  • Ensuring consistent, quality packaging
  • How to plan an automated packaging system to meet labor and output needs
  • What to expect in terms of efficiency

Packaging Automation

Cannabis Extraction

Strategies and tips from the experts for choosing the right cannabis extraction system including:

  • Pros and cons of solvent-based and solventless extraction methods
  • Proper safety precautions
  • Calculating operating expenses and more

Essential guide helping farmers, breeders and brokers understand the complexities of the hemp plant and its genetics. Learn how to source genetics domestically and internationally. Use an in-depth listing of seed varieties currently available on the market, by purpose. The latest updates in hemp genetics research and development.

Data and how-to advice on key issues in cannabis

MJBizDaily Reports

Learn from industry pros how to improve efficiency and quality while reducing costs in your extraction process. All the latest research and advances – plus the basics. 

Get the Greenhouse GuideGet the Lighting GuideGet the Extraction GuideGet the Diversity ReportGet the Extraction ReportGet the Hemp Variety YearbookGet the Real Estate ReportGet the Retail GuideGet the Packaging Guide

Innovation in Cannabis Extraction

Navigating Real Estate Challenges in Cannabis

Hemp Variety Yearbook

All the facts. None of the hype. Only from MJBiz.

Indoor Cultivation

Learn critical strategies for designing, outfitting and operating a successful indoor cultivation operation including:

  • Best practices in cultivation facility design 
  • Pros and cons for growing in living soil, hydroponics or soilless mixes 
  • Guide to mapping out a climate control system and purchasing components  
Get the Indoor Cultivation Guide

Lighting Systems

Learn how to find the right lighting for your grow and avoid costly missteps with expert insights on:

  • Planning a lighting system based on cultivation strategy
  • Operator fundamentals for mastering your lighting fixtures
  • Improving sustainability through the lighting system
  • Key tech specifications and performance capabilities to look for
Get the Lighting Systems Guide

Secure your cannabis business, employees, cash and reputation with expert advice in the following areas:

  • How to defend brick-and-mortar cannabis storefronts from theft and vandalism
  • Mastering the fundamentals of cyber security to guard against hackers
  • Learning strategies for protecting your brand's reputation

Security

Gain insights from the experts embracing sustainable business models on topics such as:

  • Growing Green: Sustainability in cultivation
  • Avoiding waste in cannabis extraction and processing
  • Sustainability in cannabis packaging

Sustainability

Master the complexities of supplemental lighting for indoor/greenhouse growing operations including:

  • Investing in the right lighting system components
  • The benefits of LED technology
  • How supplemental lighting impacts cannabinoids

Indoor Lighting

Learn how to wisely invest in automation machinery to address labor concerns and ensure a consistent product including:

  • Ensuring consistent, quality packaging
  • How to plan an automated packaging system to meet labor and output needs
  • What to expect in terms of efficiency

Packaging Automation

Cannabis Extraction

Strategies and tips from the experts for choosing the right cannabis extraction system including:

  • Planning a hemp and CBD extraction operation
  • How to shop for solvents and extraction materials
  • Pros & cons of in-house extraction versus outsourcing
  • Planning for the future of psilocybin extraction

Get the Sustainability GuideGet the Lighting GuideGet the Extraction GuideGet the Security GuideGet the Packaging Guide
  • Segmented research reports for the cannabis & hemp industries.
  • Accurate financial forecasts & investment trends.
  • State-by-state guide to regulations, taxes
    & opportunities.
  • 50+ data charts, plus raw data in Excel format.
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Discover proven strategies for operating a successful cannabis retail business including:

  • Planning and executing the inventory strategy
  • Assembling the team + employee retention
  • Creating a unique experience for customers
  • Investing in in-store ATMs and payment solutions

Retail Strategy

Get the Retail Strategy Guide