Will California allow the sale of marijuana at farmers markets?
Many neighborhoods have meat, fresh vegetables, and more – will California also introduce marijuana?
About 12% of people regularly visit and may shop at farmers markets. These are typically neighborhood pop-ups that offer everything from local meat and fresh vegetables to vintage clothing and handmade products. Now the question is whether California will allow marijuana sales at farmers markets. A bill is currently being passed in the state legislature that would allow small farmers and producers to sell at these markets. This could be another step toward ending the chaos surrounding the cannabis market.
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The cannabis industry in California is struggling. High taxes from state, county, and local governments burden businesses with high operating costs. In addition, the state has done little to nothing to curb the black market. This has caused some businesses to go out of business, even as consumer use is increasing. Although there has been a lot of talk about it, this is one of the first major actions. When legalization began in the country, California was the largest market. But as New York slowly gets back on its feet after the chaotic rollout of recreational use, it may lose its place as the largest market.
This summer, the state legislature drafted a bill that would allow small producers to sell at local markets. This would give some small family-run businesses more opportunities to reach consumers. They would only be allowed to appear at markets in places like San Francisco, where cannabis events are approved by the local government. This would also reduce overhead costs and the purchase price for customers, potentially shrinking the vast black market in the state. The bill has been forwarded to Governor Newsom, who is considering whether to sign it and allow it to pass.
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Governor Newson is a seasoned politician who always looks to the future, and this could be the first step in helping a popular and profitable industry for the state. Elected governor of California in 2018, Newsom has led the administration's actions toward the industry, and this could help provide much-needed relief.
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