Research Guides
Business: Cannabis
Recommended sources to research the business of cannabis.
TIP: Try both the terms "marijuana" and "cannabis" when searching databases.
Quick Reference
- Select market research reports from Mintel
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This consumer market research database offers a wealth of coverage on cannabis, CBD and related products. - Annual Marijuana Business Factbook
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Industry financials, licensing, funding & investment trends, state-by-state guide to regulations, taxes & opportunities. - Washington State Liquor & Cannabis BoardResources regarding cannabis production, tracking business financials, approved products.
Industry
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Data & reports on consumers, marketing and companies around the world. Such as analysis reports of the adult-use of cannabis of various countries. - IBISWorld This link opens in a new window
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Industry profiles for U.S., China, and worldwide sectors.
- National Cannabis Industry AssociationNCIA’s Industry resources provide accurate, expert insights and research into different issues, trends and challenges impacting the cannabis industry
News & Articles
- MJBizDailySince 2011, MJBizDaily has been the most trusted business (B2B) news source for the cannabis industry in the US and Canada.
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Magazines, newspapers and journals in all business disciplines. Make sure to use both cannabis and marijuana in your search keywords. - Factiva This link opens in a new window
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Local, regional and international newspapers, trade publications, press releases, media transcripts, and news websites. Example search: cannabis and business, cannabis sector.
Market Research
- Select market research reports from Mintel
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This consumer market research database offers a wealth of coverage on cannabis, CBD and related products
- Statista This link opens in a new window
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Market, industry, and country statistics, studies and infographics. Has reports and data regarding recreational cannabis use in the USA. Analysis by individual states too.
Companies
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Company profiles, news, financials and industry reports. Off-Campus Users should use CHROME as a Browser
- Washington State Cannabis & Liquor BoardContains accurate lists of sales tax reports and other data attained from frequently asked public records requests. Example: Frequently requested public records lists such as "Approved Infused Products" list.
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Investment trends and transactions in private equity and venture capital sectors. Can find specific cannabis companies.
Husky OnNet is required for off-campus access.
Books Available In the Library
The Business of Cannabis by ISBN: 9781440857867Publication Date: 2018-03-07What happens when corporate culture takes over counterculture? This book explores the contradictions present within the cannabis industry from a business and policy perspective.
Big Weed by ISBN: 9781137280008Publication Date: 2015-04-21Marijuana legalization is the hottest story in the US today. 22 states have authorized sales in some form; Denver has more legal marijuana dispensaries than Starbucks franchises. We are witnessing the dawn of a new industry. And like the early days of gourmet coffee chains, the rules and players are being established on the fly.
Commodifying Cannabis by ISBN: 9781498586375Publication Date: 2018-11-19Cannabis is a genetically diverse plant that has been commodified for a variety of different purposes by many cultures throughout world history. For thousands of years, people have used its fiber, seed, and flowers to make rope and cloth, rig ships, feed people and livestock, concoct medicines, and alter states of consciousness.
Start Your Own Cannabis Business by ISBN: 9781599186320Publication Date: 2018-04-17An introduction for cannabis entrepreneurs, with tips and success stories from pioneers and visionaries in the marijuana industry.
