Mountain High Suckers is beyond proud to announce that our celebrity brand with our friend and partner Josh Blue was awarded Westword’s Best Celebrity Weed Brand of 2022. “Affordable and effective, the 10-milligram suckers are exactly what most celebrity-blasted cannabis products aren’t: worth the money” – Westword Staff Mountain High Suckers is proud to partner […]

Happy almost New Year 2022 everyone! As the year comes to a close, we wanted to take a moment to highlight some of our favorite moments for Mountain High Suckers throughout this whirlwind year.   Launched in Missouri and Oklahoma That’s right – if you’re located in Missouri or Oklahoma you can now find our […]

2021 is coming to a close—and seriously, how did that happen so fast? Since it’s that time of year to reflect on the year that was, these were some of the biggest stories in weed in 2021: The War on Drugs Wages On at the Olympics Sha’Carri Richardson was denied the chance to compete in […]

Love ’em or hate ’em, cannabis and celebrity partnerships are here to stay. Here are a few of the biggest names who have gone all-in on marijuana.

Voting is over, and the results are in. Read on to find out how cannabis initiatives fared in this year’s Colorado elections.

Marijuana may be legal in Colorado, but there’s a slew of marijuana-related initiatives on the ballot this year.

We wanted to give a shoutout to Mountain High Suckers’ awesome collaborator, Josh Blue.
Josh Blue, a Denver-local and stand-up comedian who happens to have cerebral palsy, advanced to the finals of America’s Got Talent to win third place.

Legalizing medical and recreational marijuana leads to a decline in youth consumption rates new study finds.

Colorado’s governor sent a letter to the sponsors of a cannabis legalization bill, asking them to consider passing marijuana banking and tax reform first.

Cannabis researchers will have access to marijuana from dispensaries as part of the infrastructure bill passed in the Senate.

August Colorado cannabis news: new regulations for hemp testing, the DEA approves a MMJ research facility in Denver, and Colorado Business Office focuses on social equity.

US Surgeon General supports cannabis decriminalization; MMJ patient sues Colorado governor; Denver one step closer to weed delivery.

Sha’Carri Richardson dusted the competition in the women’s 100-meter race at the U.S. Olympic Track and Field Trials in Eugene, Oregon. However, following her qualifying race, Richardson tested positive for THC. According to the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA), the positive test disqualified her from competing—despite zero evidence that marijuana enhances athletic ability. Plus, Richardson used cannabis in Oregon, a state where it’s legal.

Amazon announced that it supports nationwide cannabis legalization and will no longer test most job applicants for marijuana use. “We will no longer include marijuana in our comprehensive drug screening program for any positions not regulated by the Department of Transportation, and will instead treat it the same as alcohol use. We will continue to […]

According to a federal study, states that have legalized adult-use marijuana have not seen an increase in either youth marijuana use or availability.

Colorado lawmakers have introduced a bill that will put limits on marijuana concentrates and medical marijuana patient access.

It’s no secret that Mountain High Select Suckers are the best CBD lollipops on the market. Our broad-spectrum hemp-infused CBD lollipops come in a variety of flavors and produce a moderate effect perfect for beginners or experienced edible connoisseurs.

Well, it was another pandemic 4/20. While the smoke-outs and festivals were, for the most part, put on hold again this year, that doesn’t mean that there isn’t a lot to celebrate in cannabis.

New York state has legalized adult-use marijuana, becoming the 15th state in the country to end cannabis prohibition.

New Mexico’s Governor Lujan Grisham will call a special session of the state legislature to legalize adult-use marijuana

Cannabis News for March 2021: Denver considers weed delivery, Mexico one step closer to marijuana legalization, and record cannabis jobs.

Thirty-seven lawmakers signed a letter to President Joe Biden asking him to issue a general pardon for all federal, nonviolent marijuana offenses.

Democrats announced earlier this month that they plan to introduce legislation to legalize cannabis federally.

We’re extremely proud to announce that our cannabis (3:1 THC and CBD) infused suckers and lozenges products will be coming soon to medical marijuana dispensaries in Missouri and Oklahoma!

It’s been a slow start for medical marijuana in Missouri, but the first cannabis edibles went on sale this month. Plus, one state lawmaker wants to legalize recreational marijuana.

2020 the year in weed: including news about legalization, CBD, and marijuana dispensaries breaking sales records as essential businesses during COVID-19.

Under the Marijuana Opportunity, Reinvestment and Expungement (MORE) Act, cannabis would be decriminalized and removed as a scheduled substance.

The EU’s highest court has ruled that CBD is not a narcotic because “it does not appear to have any psychotropic effect or any harmful effect on human health.”

It was a historic night for marijuana legalization in the U.S. Four states voted to legalize recreational marijuana, and two states legalized medical marijuana.

Michigan’s ‘Clean Slate’ legislation will clear marijuana convictions and other misdemeanor charges.

On October 1, Colorado Gov. Jared Polis pardoned 2,732 low-level marijuana possession convictions through an executive order. The pardon only applies to convictions prosecuted in state courts through 2012 for possession of up to one ounce of cannabis.

September Cannabis News: Will drinking milk from cows fed hemp get you high? Fewer vaping illnesses in legal weed states, and Colorado breaks another marijuana sales record.

Pennsylvania and Montana could legalize adult-use marijuana in 2020, and Colorado sets a new recreational marijuana sales record.

John Garrison, Mountain High Suckers’ co-founder and CEO, sat down with Genifer Murray of CannabisTech.com to talk about Mountain High Suckers’ history in cannabis and the secret to their success and longevity in the industry.

Colorado dispensaries shattered previous cannabis sales records, setting new all-time high since recreational sales began in 2014.

Colorado Governor Jared Polis signed a bill into law that will allow him to pardon marijuana convictions and increase social equity in the cannabis industry.

Our tasty broad spectrum hemp products are hand made in Denver Colorado, USA from non-GMO, organic, and Kosher ingredients and are available wherever CBD is legal.

Cannabis sales during coronavirus shutdowns haven’t been the same in every state, with newer cannabis markets seeming to fair better than established markets that depend on tourism.

House lawmakers have introduced a bill that would allow cannabis companies to access federal funds available to other small businesses. Although cannabis businesses have been deemed essential in legal states, the federal government’s prohibition on marijuana means that marijuana businesses are not eligible for federal aid.

In celebration of 4/20 month and to make things easier for folks staying at home during Coronavirus, we are proud to announce the launch of our brand new BROAD SPECTRUM HEMP lineup of suckers NOW AVAILABLE anywhere CBD products are legal!

Recreational and medical dispensaries deemed “critical” during coronavirus shutdowns in Colorado. Gov. Polis orders curbside pickup until at least April 10.

Possession of Schedule I and Schedule II substances is no longer a felony in Colorado as the state moves to treat addiction as a health issue.

“The war on drugs is an abysmal failure, and this puts things on the right track,” said bill sponsor Rep. Leslie Herod (D-Denver).

Marijuana edibles are driving 2020 cannabis sales in Canada and enticing new consumers interested in health and wellness.

Colorado’s marijuana market showed a huge jump in sales growth in 2019. Marijuana sales at medical and recreational dispensaries set a new record at $1.75 billion.

February Cannabis Roundup: Colorado higher education gets a marijuana degree program; Kentucky takes another swing at medical marijuana; Lower work comp claims in states with medical cannabis.

The USDA announced last week that they would not be making changes to the allowable THC limit for legal hemp. While the 2018 Farm Bill passed by Congress legalized hemp, it came with the requirement that THC content must be under 0.3%, and any hemp found to exceed that amount must be destroyed. The USDA says that it’s up to Congress to make changes.

Colorado Governor Jared Polis (D) announced a “Roadmap to Cannabis Banking & Financial Services” aimed at increasing access to banking for the state’s marijuana and hemp industries.

Thailand’s first full-time medical marijuana clinic opened in Bangkok this month. Thailand is the first Southeast Asian country to allow medical marijuana.

A new Colorado bill would prevent employers from firing employees for using marijuana off-duty.

We’re highlighting a new cannabis product that we partnered with last year: PotPies Edibles, the latest in partner our line-up of awesome cannabis-infused edibles.

At the beginning of 2020, three states already have marijuana legislation appearing on ballots this November. South Dakotans will have a double dose of marijuana initiatives, as voters decide on both medical and adult-use legalization. Medical marijuana is on the ballot in Mississippi, and New Jersey will give legalizing recreational marijuana another go.

Catch up on some of the biggest cannabis news of 2019. Approval for legal cannabis is at all-time highs. Cannabis and hemp saw more legalization both at the state and federal level, and even some bipartisan support in Congress.

Looking for cannabis-friendly ways to get into the holiday spirit? Check out these Colorado cannabis events that will ensure your Christmas is merry and lit.

Scientists are sending hemp to space to see how zero gravity and radiation effect cannabis in order to develop more resilient plants on Earth.

Cannabis in the Midwest: Michigan and Illinois launch adult-use sales; Massachusetts recreational cannabis sales reached $400 million during the first year.

Another step closer to federal legalization: The MORE Act to deschedule cannabis and expunge marijuana convictions will head to the House for a vote.

Social equity for students: A bill that would allow students with marijuana or other drug convictions to access financial aid passes House committee.

This week the USDA released draft rules for hemp regulation. There will be a 60-day public comment period before the rules are finalized.

Every Halloween there are warnings about THC-laced candy, but are those fears founded in fact or urban legend?

Growing pains as states with medical marijuana legalize adult-use cannabis.

Senators tell FDA told fast-track CBD rules, Washington studies teen cannabis use, and crime rates decrease in states with legal marijuana.

House passes historic SAFE Banking Act to give cannabis industry access to banking.

Colorado is launching a new social equity program for cannabis business licenses in 2020. The new licenses will be reserved for low-income demographics.

Bipartisan lawmakers want faster regulation of CBD products and for the FDA to back off on CBD companies.

Learn how the cannabis industry has changed over the last ten years in this Q&A with Chad Tribble and John Garrison. Chad and John founded Mountain High Suckers 2009, and as pioneers of CBD-infused cannabis edibles, they have a unique perspective on where the industry has been and where it’s going. How Did You Get […]

Mexican supreme court declares cannabis prohibition infringes on individual rights. New Zealand votes on legalizing cannabis in 2020.

A lawsuit brought by cannabis researcher Dr. Sue Sisley has forced the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to move forward with processing applications to cultivate marijuana for scientific research…

Mountain High Suckers doesn’t want to be part of the packaging problem. We value feedback from our customers, and you’ve told us that sustainable packaging is important to you. Trust us, we’ve seen the mess it’s making too. We’re partnering with Calyx Containers to upgrade our packaging to be more environmentally friendly!

In its tenth year of raising money for multiple sclerosis research, The Clinic’s Annual Charity Classic is happening this Friday!

July was another big month for cannabis – Alaska says “yes” to on site consumption, medical cannabis could hit Louisiana shelves next week, and Oklahoma dispensary owners sue Facebook over being put in “jail”.

Colorado has made a lot of big moves in medical cannabis this year, including: autism added to the list of qualifying conditions, medical delivery to private residences, social consumption, and cannabis can now be prescribed in place of opioids!

Happy Summer edibles fans! We can’t believe this season is going by so fast…. This month, come check out one of our biggest events of the Summer that we’re always proud to sponsor: The 10th Annual Clinic Charity Classic Friday August 9th @ Arrowhead Golfcourse. Every year the Annual Clinic Charity Classic Golf Tournament at […]

According to a new study, cannabis use among teens has declined in states with legal recreational marijuana.

California is launching a new campaign dubbed “Get #weedwise,” and is meant to encourage cannabis consumers to buy their marijuana from licensed dispensaries.

Since recreational marijuana sales began in Colorado in 2014, the state has collected $1.02 billion in tax revenue, according to the latest numbers released by the Colorado Department of Revenue!

California police carried out multiple raids on illegal marijuana grows Wednesday in an ongoing effort to tamp down on black market cannabis. The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department served 80 search warrants in Anza Valley and made several arrests. They seized an estimated 140,800 plants valued at $189 million, along with 3,00 pounds of processed marijuana, […]

This week Colorado Gov. Polis passed 2 new compassionate cannabis bills into law: one that will allow a new license for public consumption and one that will allow medical cannabis deliveries.

Colorado shows record cannabis sales after last blizzards, Nebraska says NO to medical, and Texas lawmakers say YES to CBD & hemp .

Denver has become the first city in the country to decriminalize psilocybin. While I-301 doesn’t legalize mushrooms, it does make the cultivation and possession for personal low priority for police…

Three new pro cannabis bills may soon pass in Colorado: one to allow doctors to prescribe cannabis as a treatment for opioid addictions, another to allow public cannabis consumption in new legal licensed spaces like tasting lounges.

Hope for more social consumption venues in Denver was dealt a blow after an initiative that would have eased location restrictions failed to get enough votes from Denver City Council.

We’re extremely proud to announce that our cannabis (3:1 THC and CBD) infused suckers and lozenges products will be available on medical dispensary shelves in Puerto Rico starting this week!

Adult-use marijuana has been legal in Colorado for nearly five years, and the annual high holiday is bigger than ever. Celebrate cannabis culture at some of our favorite events in the Mile High City: Mile High Chess (Not Checkers) Championship – April 11 Show off your chess skills at the first Mile High Chess (Not […]

This April, Colorado Governor Jared Polis signed a bill that will allow patients on the autism spectrum to receive medical cannabis licenses – lawmakers are also making a path for cannabis delivery for medical patients.

3 Major movements in cannabis and hemp made headlines at the end of this March including: cannabis banking in West Virginia, failure to legalize it in New Jersey, and CVS pharmacy selling CBD products.

Smoking medical marijuana is now legal in Florida. Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) signed a bill on Monday lifting a ban enacted in 2017 on smokable cannabis products.

After a year of negotiations, New Jersey could legalize recreational marijuana by the end of this month.

While cannabis may the same across the country, not all legal states regulate it the same way. Regulations are leaving states like Michigan, Illinois and California struggling to keep supply up with demand.

Denver’s social cannabis consumption pilot program was set to expire in 2020, but Denver City Council voted 10-1 to remove the sunset date, making the program permanent.

In small towns like Smith Falls, Ontario, and Trinidad, Durango and Cortez in Colorado, cannabis is bringing new opportunities and revenue to places in need of hope.

It’s hard to believe the year is going by so fast – it’s February already and these 4 big news items are already making waves in the cannabis community!

The World Health Organization (WHO) issued new recommendations to reschedule cannabis and CBD, recommending that cannabidiol containing less than 0.2% of THC “should not be under international control.”

Autism could soon be added to the list of qualifying medical conditions eligible to be treated with medical marijuana in Colorado.

Mountain High Suckers is extremely proud to announce that we have joined the latest group of cannabis based businesses to be A+ accredited by the Better Business Bureau through their new cannabis accreditation program!

There’s a new session of the Colorado General Assembly, and that means a slew of new bills about how cannabis revenue in the state is spent. Check out our list of how your cannabis tax dollars could be used for good in the year ahead!

On Jan. 9, Rep. Earl Blumenauer (D-Or) introduced a bill, H.R. 420, that would remove cannabis from the Controlled Substances Act. Dubbed the “Regulate Marijuana Like Alcohol Act,” the bill would allow state governments to regulate cannabis…

Another year, more legal cannabis! 2018 saw a ton of changes in the cannabis industry and support for legalization is at an all-time high. Check out our 2018 Year End Recap for this year’s highlights.

California’s recreational marijuana industry has finally settled on new regulations, including new rules for statewide delivery, packaging/exit bags, and testing requirements.

The Senate passed the Farm Bill on Tuesday, a huge step towards legalizing hemp cultivation, this bill would remove industrial hemp from the federal government’s list of controlled substances and categorize it as an agricultural product…

Researchers at the University of Toronto are mapping the cannabis genome, and have discovered that marijuana and hemp evolved into separate species of the same plant through the action of virus-like DNA segments…

MJBizCon in Las Vegas had its biggest year yet, with a record-breaking 27,000 people attending the annual conference aimed at marijuana professionals and investors.

Voters in Massachusetts legalized adult-use marijuana back in 2016, and two long years later adult-use pot shops opened in Leicester and Northampton, making them the first retail stores on the East Coast to have legalized recreational sales…

Election Day is finally behind us, and there were big wins for marijuana legalization. Here’s how the votes played out in Michigan, North Dakota, Missouri, and Utah…

If California-based MedMen Enterprises is granted a trademark for the word “cannabis” other cannabis firms wouldn’t be able to use it on t-shirts or other clothing without infringing.

Four states have marijuana initiatives on the ballot this November, two to legalize recreational marijuana and two to legalize medical marijuana. With voting less than a week away, here’s everything you need to know about which states could legalize cannabis…

There’s been a lot of buzz around CBD these days, even before rumors that Coca-Cola is considering a CBD-infused beverage. The CBD industry has doubled in size in the last two years, and one cannabis research firm estimates that the cannabis market will reach $20 billion by 2020…

Its Official: On October 17, Canada will become the second country in the world to legalize recreational cannabis making it legal for adults 18 years-and-older to purchase, possess, and grow cannabis!

Elections are only a few weeks away in the U.S., and a handful of states will be voting on whether to legalize medical or recreational marijuana. In such a contentious political environment, it’s a relief that there’s one thing that brings people together in America: cannabis!

In a newly released memo, the U.S. FDA suggested cannabidiol (CBD) be removed from the Controlled Substances Act to Schedule 5 like over the counter meds…

The Seattle Municipal Court unanimously agreed to dismiss misdemeanor marijuana convictions in the city from 1996 to 2010, when laws shifted to legalization. This will result in more than 500 cannabis cases being dropped…

South Africa became the first African country to legalize cannabis for recreational use allowing adults to consume cannabis in private and grow for personal use…

Hey edibles fans! We’re super proud to release this awesome video in collaboration with our friend Josh Blue Comedy highlighting our new Josh Blue’s Dream Suckers: our signature Cherry, Blueberry and Watermelon flavors infused with Josh’s favorite Blue Dream strain…

This week, the Veterans Medical Marijuana Safe Harbor Act would give VA physicians the ability to legally recommend medical cannabis, plus it requires the VA to conduct additional studies and help veterans’ access to cannabis across states with the aim at reducing opioid abuse.

Americans are in desperate need of an alternative to opioids, and new UCLA research could help legitimize cannabis as a viable pain-relief solution.

New data released by the Nevada Department of Taxation show that the state made just over a half-billion dollars in its first year of adult-use cannabis sales!

North Dakota will vote on whether to legalize adult-use cannabis this November, and if voters approve the initiative, adults will be able to possess and grow an unlimited amount of cannabis, no restrictions…

The Colorado marijuana industry continues to be a competitive and thriving market nearly five years after adult-use sales began. A new report commissioned by the Colorado MED focuses on falling prices, increasing potency, and market consolidation & competition…

The roll-out of adult-use sales in the world’s largest cannabis market has been a bit of a mess – Rec marijuana sales became legal in California as of Jan. 1st, but, a whole slew of issues including steep taxes, licensing delays, regulations, and testing backlogs have contributed to plenty of frustration…

The United Kingdom has softened its stance on medical marijuana, and by this autumn, cannabis-derived medication will be available by prescription. The surprise announcement by the Home Secretary, Sajid Javid, comes after two severely epileptic children were denied cannabis oil to treat their seizures.

California health regulators announced that hemp-derived CBD cannot be used in edibles (both food and drink) for either humans or pets. The rule change is a huge blow to the state’s industrial hemp industry and has left much confusion in its wake…

Colorado, Oregon, and Nevada have seen their medical marijuana markets undergo dramatic changes over the past few years, and the future of MMJ is anything but certain…

Last month, Oklahoma became the 30th state to legalize medical marijuana. Oklahoma has long been known as a “law-and-order” state, so the fact that a medical marijuana initiative passed with a 57% win shows just how much public opinion has shifted…

Come join us for our Josh Blue’s Dream OFFICIAL LAUNCH PARTY celebrating our work together. We’ll have LIVE MUSIC, SNACKS and DRINKS! Friday, July 6th at 9:30pm @Comedy Works South. 21+ free admission – no tickets or RSVP required!

On Monday, the US Food and Drug Administration approved a cannabis-derived medication used to treat certain forms of epilepsy. The drug, Epidiolex, is made from cannabidiol (CBD) and contains no THC. This is the first time the FDA has approved a cannabis-based medication…

Canada legalized recreational marijuana on Tuesday, becoming the second country in the world to end cannabis prohibition. The Cannabis Act legalizes marijuana possession, home growing, and adult-use sales.

Republicans and Democrats have teamed up to create marijuana reform legislation called the STATES Act – an effort that would give additional protections to states that have legalized medical and/or recreational marijuana…

Governor John Hickenlooper vetoed several cannabis bills this week including one that would have allowed customers and patients to sample edible and vaping products at dispensaries in “tasting rooms.” The bill would have limited purchases in tasting rooms to 10 milligrams active THC in an infused product or one-quarter gram of marijuana concentrate. Smoking flower in […]

President Trump signed the “Right to Try” bill into law, which allows terminally ill patients to try experimental treatments and drugs that have not yet been approved by the (FDA)–including medical marijuana…

The United Kingdom bans cannabis while being the world’s largest exporter. However, cannabis production in the UK is almost entirely geared towards pharmaceuticals….

Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf announced Monday that eight universities in the state have been licensed to begin studying cannabis for medical purposes!

The first FDA-approved study on the effects of cannabis in treating veterans’ PTSD is nearly complete, and we could be one step closer to federally legalizing cannabis as a treatment!

New poll shows 63% of Americans think that marijuana should be legalized nationwide – that’s the largest level of support for legal cannabis measured and its up from 51% in 2012…

If there’s one thing we can definitely thank millennials for: its their love of cannabis – and if this like-minded generation has anything to say about it, the days of marijuana prohibition are numbered!

A proposal to use sales tax proceeds from rec. marijuana sales in Colorado could help bolster funds used for affordable housing in the city!

The FDA is seeking public comment regarding the classification of marijuana as a Schedule I substance for both U.S. law and international drug agreements…

The celebration of cannabis culture in the Mile High City has grown from one annual rally to a week chock full of 4/20 events. Check out this listing of some of the events we’re digging!

According to new numbers released by the Colorado Department of Revenue, Denver accounted for over a third of the state’s total annual cannabis revenue, totaling $577.5 million…

While the end of marijuana prohibition is spreading across the U.S., there are still some states that are reluctant to enter into the brave new world of cannabis. But data compiled by MJ Biz Daily shows even in states with restrictive cannabis laws, there are still signs of progress–especially when it comes to CBD…

This event headlined by former Broncos Terrell Davis aims to bring together minority cannabis entrepreneurs, workers, patients and consumers and to increase diversity within the cannabis industry…

Most people familiar with marijuana know about the rockstars of the cannabinoid world–THC and CBD–but there are more than 100 other cannabinoids produced by marijuana, including 11-OH-THC…

Cannabis is credited with a whole host of therapeutic benefits, but a lot of the research is still anecdotal, until last month: two Colorado companies announced that they had mapped the cannabis genome…

Athletes are helping normalize cannabis use and want a legal marijuana alternative to opioids and painkillers, and anti-inflammatories for pain relief.

Legal marijuana sales in Colorado last year broke yet another revenue record in 2017, when the state sold $1.51 billion worth of cannabis!

Widespread support for cannabis legalization has resulted in more states jumping into the industry and more businesses looking to hire. In 2016, job growth in the marijuana industry was only 18%. In 2017, job postings have increased 445%…

Weed could be coming to a couch near you if Colorado legislators approve a proposed marijuana delivery program. The state could start issuing licenses as soon as Sept. if the law passes…

Colorado’s passion for weed probably comes as no surprise. But far from the stoner stereotype, Coloradoans are knowledgeable about marijuana laws, health effects, and risks…

Researchers have found found that dispensaries selling recreational cannabis had a “large positive impact on neighboring property values.”…

2018 could be one of the most active years for marijuana legalization, with 12 states are slated to vote on recreational or medical marijuana proposals…

Jan 1 2018 – California legalizes cannabis! California is home to nearly 40 million people–and expectations are high that the state’s marijuana market will earn billions of dollars…

We’re just days away from the start of a new year, the weed industry has grown faster than ever in 2017! Check out this roundup of all the major cannabis news in 2017…

New Mexico’s medical marijuana program launched in 2007, but this year the state has seen a record number of enrollees. The state saw a 77 percent increase registered medical marijuana patients…

More than a year after Denver voters approved social marijuana use at licensed businesses, the city has received its first application: The Coffee Joint in west Denver will be the first in the city to allow vaping and the consumption of edibles…

2018 is just around the corner, and California’s recreational marijuana program is set to launch on January 1. The state is expected to become the country’s largest marijuana market, generating $4.5-$5 billion in annual sales…

MjBizCon, the annual conference aimed at marijuana professionals and investors, wrapped up its sixth year earlier this month and established itself as the fastest-growing trade show in the country with a record number of vendors and attendees…

Entrepreneurs in the cannabis industry face different challenges than companies in virtually every other sector. Unlike other industries, cannabis businesses don’t have the same access to banking and advertising, forcing them to MacGyver their way through day-to-day business operations. When it comes to advertising, cannabis companies are struggling to find good ways to promote themselves. Most […]

A study led by two University of Colorado professors will collect data from 1,000 sets of twins to test cannabis use and any changes in mood or behavior…

29 states plus the District of Columbia have legalized cannabis for medical and/or recreational use, but financial institutions are still bound by federal law, making working with cannabis companies a legal risk…

DARE is back, this time with a curriculum called “Keepin’ It REAL”. REAL stands for refuse, explain, avoid, leave. DARE is pushing the curriculum as a prevention program for middle school students as part of its mission to “teach students good decision making skills to help them lead safe and healthy lives.”

The adhesive brand Gorilla Glue Co. has reached a settlement with the Las Vegas-based cannabis company behind Gorilla Glue #4…

California is uniquely placed to become the testing ground for e-commerce weed delivery when recreational marijuana sales begin in 2018…

Beginning Oct. 1, Hawaii will be the first state in the U.S. to require cashless-only cannabis sales using a debit app called CanPay…

The Alaska Department of Revenue collected nearly $600,000 in marijuana tax revenue during July- about a third total marijuana tax revenue last year…

We are so privileged to live in amazing state with safe legal access to cannabis and great organizations like our friends at the Clinic who put on their annual Charity Classic Golf Tournament at Arrowhead Golf Club which managed to raise over $100,000 for MS this year…

A year after the US Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) began accepting applications to grow cannabis for research it appears that the Department of Justice (DOJ), with the pressure of Attorney General Jeff Sessions, are blocking researchers from moving ahead with their proposals. The DEA has received 25 research proposals, but so far none of them […]

After a 17-year wait, Hawaii’s 18,000 medical marijuana patients will finally have a place to shop. Maui Grown Therapies is set to open next week, having been the first dispensary to receive approval from the Department of Health to begin selling medical cannabis. “Clearly this is a historic day not just for Maui but for […]

New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker introduced the Marijuana Justice Act this week, a bill that would end the federal prohibition on marijuana, as well as begin to address social justice issues that have resulted from the war on drugs…

Another month, another record-breaking amount of cannabis sales in Colorado. The cannabis industry achieved a milestone in May, with $100 million in pot sales for the 12th consecutive month. “I think that $100 million a month (in sales) are the new norm,” said Bethany Gomez, director of research for Brightfield Group, a cannabis market research firm…

Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court decided on Monday that employers in the state cannot fire employees for medical cannabis use. The termination violated state anti-discrimination laws…

Two weeks after recreational marijuana sales began, dispensaries are running out of cannabis to sell and Nevada Gov. has declared a state of emergency…

Denver-based credit union, Fourth Corner, has another shot at bringing banking to the cannabis industry. Since the beginning, banking has always been an issue for cannabis businesses since cannabis is still federally illegal, but this marks a small step forward in progress…

A Nevada judge issued an injunction that reverses the Tax Department’s decision to allow transporting recreational marijuana from growers to dispensaries…

Come see Josh Blue and Mountain High Suckers Wednesday June 30th from 4pm to 7pm at Colorado Harvest Co. on Broadway!

Hawaii’s first medical marijuana dispensary opens Thursday, but can’t sell cannabis because state labs testing medical marijuana have yet to be certified…

On Monday, Gov. John Hickenlooper signed Senate Bill 17, enabling physicians to prescribe #cannabis to patients with post-traumatic stress disorder (#PTSD). Veterans and patient advocates in Colorado have been working for years to get PTSD included on the list of qualifying conditions for medical cannabis…

Come visit Mountain High Suckers and Comedian Josh Blue this Wednesday June 7th from 3pm to 6pm at GroundSwell Cannabis Boutique in Denver!

Colorado governor John Hickenlooper signed a budget bill on Friday that earmarks how marijuana tax revenue will be spent. Marijuana is still big business in Colorado, and tax revenue from the 2016-2017 fiscal year brought more than $105 million to the state’s “Marijuana Cash Fund.”…

Vermont Governor Phil Scott (R) vetoed a bill on Wednesday that would have legalized recreational marijuana. Scott cited concerns about public safety, seeking changes to the bill that would include more aggressive penalties for driving while impaired or in the presence of children…

Good news Nevada cannabis enthusiasts: the application period for recreational cannabis sales is underway and stores are expected to open by July 1. Licenses will be distributed to currently operating medical marijuana dispensaries. Here’s everything you need to know about applying for a recreational cannabis license…

While many players in the cannabis industry are a bit hesitant about its future given its still illegal status with the federal government, many cannabis entrepreneurs still see a lot of hope for the future of the industry. Traditionally, access to banking and venture capital has been difficult for new cannabis businesses. Lately, due to […]

Today we’re extremely excited to share the launch of our brand new collaboration with our friend, Colorado comedian Josh Blue: Josh Blue’s Dream – our favorite blueberry and watermelon flavored suckers made with Blue Dream strain cannabis extract, Josh’s favorite strain…

  Welcome to another 420 week! Pot enthusiasts across the country have a ton of events to choose from this year. Celebrate April 20th and legal weed and check out all the best cannabis festivities happening around the country this week: Colorado: If you’re new to cannabis and/or planning a trip to the Mile-High State, you […]

The Alaska Marijuana Control Board to revive a proposal that would allow cannabis consumption at licensed pot shops. Voters approved recreational marijuana 2015 but the debate over social use in licensed shops continues….

It turns out that cannabis used in government research isn’t all that great. Unlike commercial marijuana, the government product is stringy, light in color, and full of stems. If you’re used to the cannabis sold at dispensaries, chances are you wouldn’t even recognize the government product as weed…

The University of Denver is expanding its marijuana course offerings with a new “Business of Marijuana” class. A first for the Daniels College of Business, the class will focus on the expanding marijuana industry, including issues related to dispensaries, cultivation operations, and ancillary cannabis businesses…

Las Vegas’ second-ever High Times Cannabis Cup wasn’t the toke-friendly festival that many hoped it would be–organizers were forced to make the Cup a cannabis-free event after a federal prosecutor sent a letter warning that anyone caught distributing or consuming marijuana would be subject to prosecution. The Cannabis Cup, produced by cannabis-centric magazine the High […]

California is expected to become the largest recreational marijuana market in the country, so it’s not surprising that a number of celebrities are jumping on the marijuana bandwagon and creating their own cannabis brands. Industry experts say that by investing in cannabis celebrities like Willie Nelson, Whoopi Goldberg, Wiz Khalifa, and billionaire Richard Branson are helping […]

On Thursday, White House Press Secretary, Sean Spicer, told reporters that the Trump administration won’t be taking the same lax attitude towards marijuana as the Obama administration. At the press conference, Spicer said, “I do believe that you’ll see greater enforcement.” He said that while federal law prohibits raids of medical marijuana operations, “that’s very […]

Thanks to a group of bipartisan lawmakers, cannabis is heading to Congress. At a press conference on Thursday, Republican congressmen Dana Rohrabacher (California) and Don Young (Alaska) joined Democrats Earl Blumenauer (Oregon) and Jared Polis (Colorado) to launch the Congressional Cannabis Caucus. The coalition is focused on easing tensions between federal and state drug laws and […]

The Senate Judiciary Committee in New Mexico approved a bill that would make all military veterans eligible for a medical marijuana card. The Committee voted 7-3 along party lines to send the bill to the full Senate for a vote. The changes to the state’s Medical Cannabis Program would automatically allow veterans to enroll without […]

Mountain High Suckers is pleased to announce a collaboration with our friends at Groundswell Cannabis! We’ve infused 4 of our classic Mountain High Suckers flavors with Groundswell’s exclusive strain Logic Diesel – their DJ Logic special, a euphoric and exciting yet relaxing sativa strain, to create Logic Pops. You can get this exclusive Logic Diesel […]

The uneasy relationship between cannabis and the banking industry could improve if Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs has anything to do with it. Frerichs issued a press release Monday, urging the Trump administration to give clear guidance to financial institutions regarding medical marijuana. In his letter, he urged President Trump to reassure banks that they […]

Denver is one step closer to setting guidelines for public marijuana use in clubs and businesses located in Denver. The initiative, passed by voters in November, allows adults 21 and older to consume cannabis at marijuana clubs and places like yoga studios, art galleries, and coffee shops. Regulators met with business owners, cannabis activists and detractors, […]

In his Senate confirmation hearing on Tuesday, Sen. Jeff Sessions (R-Ala) answered questions about his stance on marijuana and the enforcement of federal laws. Sessions, President-elect Trump’s choice for U.S. attorney general, has been a staunch opponent of legal cannabis, making many in the cannabis industry nervous. In April 2016, Sessions criticized the Obama administration […]

In response to Senator Jeff Sessions’ nomination for attorney general by President-elect Trump, a group of marijuana advocates are lighting up in protest at the upcoming inauguration. Sessions has been a long-time prohibitionist and marijuana detractor, and should he receive the nomination, many pot supporters are worried. Representative Jared Polis, a Democrat from Colorado, said […]

2016 was a bummer for a lot of people, but 2016 marked a turning point in cannabis prohibition. Here are a few of the biggest cannabis news stories of the year: One Election to Rule them All In the early months of 2016, the presidential race had a slew of candidates -all with very different stances on marijuana. While […]

Nevada state regulators are confident that launching the recreational marijuana market won’t strain the state budget, in large part because they plan to use funds from the state’s medical marijuana program to offset startup costs. Democratic state Sen. Tick Segerblom told the Las Vegas Review-Journal that up front costs include licensing and inspections of the […]

In an “exit interview” with Rolling Stone, President Obama spoke about decriminalizing marijuana and treating cannabis as a public-health issue rather than a criminal one. “Look, I’ve been very clear about my belief that we should try to discourage substance abuse. And I am not somebody who believes that legalization is a panacea. But I […]

During last week’s election, Denver voters approved an initiative that will allow private businesses to permit social cannabis use by adults. The initiative passed with the support of 53.4% of the city’s voters. Implementation of the measure will solve a longstanding problem in Denver: where to consume legally purchased cannabis. Although Colorado legalized recreational use […]

We made it! The election is finally over–and the big winner is definitely cannabis.   Recreational marijuana initiatives were on the ballot in five states, with Arizona as the only holdout. Here are the state-by-state results: Arizona: Proposition 205, which would have legalized recreational marijuana use for adults 21 and older, failed, with 52% against. […]

Anti-marijuana group Don’t Let Florida Go to Pot and Orange County Sheriff Jerry Demings are playing on parents’ fears by spreading the message that pot-infused candy will be handed out to children on Halloween. “Officials came together today to warn that Florida children who go door to door for candy on Halloween may one day be […]

A proposed amendment that would legalize medical marijuana in Florida has become a central issue in the state this election. With voting only nineteen days away, voters have little time left to consider the issue. In a heated Tuesday night debate, undecided voters had the opportunity to listen to the pros and cons of Amendment […]

A new survey released by the Pew Research Center indicates that the number of Americans who support marijuana legalization are higher than ever. 57% approve legalization, while only 37% think cannabis should be outlawed. To put the huge shift in opinion in perspective, ten years ago approval was at just 32%, with 60% of adults […]

On November 8th, Floridians will once again vote on a proposed medical marijuana amendment. Amendment 2 would broaden medical marijuana access and expand the number of debilitating conditions eligible for treatment. A vote in 2014 barely defeated a similar medical marijuana amendment. The measure received about 57% of the vote; 60% support is required to […]

Inc. magazine has named four cannabis companies in its annual list of the 500 fastest-growing private companies in the country. The rankings include companies in mainstream industries and are a subset of the Inc. 5000 list. Of the fastest-growing cannabis businesses, Leafly came out on top at number 76. One of the big names in […]

The U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency has denied a petition that would have reclassified cannabis under the Controlled Substances Act. The petition was filed by two former state governors, Rhode Island Gov. Gina Raimondo, Washington Gov. Jay Inslee, and New Mexico nurse practitioner Bryan Krumm. Cannabis is currently a Schedule I drug, classified as a substance that […]

Mountain High Suckers is thrilled to be a sponsor of the 7th Annual Clinic Charity Classic Golf Tournament.  Since 2009, the annual event has raised approximately $300,000 for the Colorado-Wyoming chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Proceeds are used to benefit MS patients and to fund research dedicated to finding a cure for the […]

A new Gallup poll shows that one in eight Americans smoke marijuana–a number that’s doubled in the last three years. In 2013, only 7 percent of adults said they were marijuana smokers. Gallup’s July poll this year reported that 13 percent currently use marijuana, equating to more than 33 million cannabis users in the U.S. […]

Hugo, a small town located on the Eastern Plains of Colorado, made headlines last week after county officials released a warning not to drink, cook, or bathe with local local tap water because of suspected THC contamination. Almost immediately, scientists and cannabis experts were skeptical of the news, pointing out that cannabinoids, including THC, are […]

A new study has found that states with a medical marijuana program have reduced costs to Medicare Part D, as well as reduced prescription drug use. The study, published in Health Affairs, looked at drugs like antidepressants, muscle relaxants, opioids, and sedatives for which marijuana is used as an alternative treatment. Researchers examined Medicare Part D […]

Earlier this year, in their April 4/20 addition, THC Magazine wrote a great review of our Pineapple Toasted Coconut Sucker. Check it out below: “The Pineapple Toasted Coconut sucker from Mountain High Suckers is potent in both THC and CBD. First off, this lollipop looks amazing. The toasted coconut flakes are suspended in pineapple infused […]

Earlier in April, Mountain High Suckers had the privilege of being reviewed and featured in Culture Magazine! Check out the reviews below from Culture and download a special sample of the April edition. Butterscotch Toffee Sucker “Mountain High Suckers is known for their array of creative suckers, like this Butterscotch Toffee Sucker. The butterscotch sucker head is […]

The Colorado Supreme Court gave approval for a petition that would limit the amount of THC in Colorado marijuana. Anti-pot supporters of the initiative must gather 98,000 signatures by August 8 for the proposal to appear on the November ballot. Supporters believe that marijuana–both medical and recreational–is too potent and that current packaging and warning labels are […]

This November, voters in Nevada will consider whether or not to approve the sale of recreational marijuana. The state already has a medical cannabis program, which includes eight specific conditions that qualify patients for a medical marijuana card: cancer, glaucoma, AIDS and conditions that include muscle spasms, seizures, severe nausea, severe pain or wasting. Currently, […]

Starting July 1, cannabis-infused gummy bears and other marijuana edibles shaped like animals, fruits or humans will be banned in Colorado. After approval by the state House and Senate, Governor Hickenlooper signed House Bill 1436 into law on June 10. Colorado already requires edible pot sold on the recreational market to come in serving sizes […]

Colorado medical and recreational cannabis sales reached a new high in April, totaling $117.4 million worth of flower, edibles and concentrates. This is the highest monthly total since recreational sales began in 2014. Based on 2015 sales, an analytics company found that three of the most profitable days of the year for cannabis sales are during […]

There’s been a lot of attention in the media lately about the therapeutic benefits of cannabis, but for many people the idea of smoking cannabis is a real turn off. For new users who are interested in exploring the benefits of cannabis, edibles are a great alternative. Mountain High Suckers have been making infused hard […]

The National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA) is hosting the 3rd annual Cannabis Business Summit and Expo June 20-22 in Oakland, CA. As the nation’s only trade association supporting the legal cannabis industry, the event will bring together policy makers, growers, dispensaries, edible manufacturers, and ancillary cannabis businesses. Over 3,000 attendees are expected at the event, including entrepreneurs from […]

Starting June 2, marijuana-infused edibles, extracts and non-psychoactive topical products will be available for recreational sale in Oregon. Medical cardholders in Oregon already have access to marijuana edibles. Since October, marijuana flower, starter plants, and seeds have been available for recreational sale. The Oregon Health Authority issued a bulletin detailing guidelines for edible sales: Retail customers, who […]

Recently, Mountain High Suckers products were featured in a BBC News article focused on explaining the legal cannabis market in Colorado to a British audience. The author begins at a Colorado based, cannabis friendly bed and breakfast and is surprised to see the scale of the amount and diversity of cannabis based products. Other than CLEAR, a […]

Hello Everyone, We want to take this opportunity to reach out to you and let you know how this recall came to pass and what we’re doing to prevent it from happening again in the future. Our company was notified that there was a possibility some of our products could contain pesticides not allowed for […]

Hello Everyone! Today a recall is being issued on some of our medical and recreational products so we wanted to take this opportunity to address the matter and sincerely apologize to our patients and customers. A couple of weeks ago it was brought to our attention that our products may contain pesticides that have been […]

This week, Mountain High Suckers have another review out in Culture magazine! For years, the only time you heard about lozenges were from a strange man in the Alps. Fast forward to 2015 and Mountain High Suckers are making them the coolest—and not in a mentholated way. Our pack had three flavors, our favorite being […]

Come join Mountain High Suckers, O-Pen, craft, Apothecanna, Incredibles, Julies and more at Kind Pain Management Lakewood’s 2015 Customer Appreciation Party. Saturday, August 29th 11am to 5pm In the Parking Lot 2636 Youngfield St, Lakewood

Come celebrate with us! GroundSwell is proud to announce that we are now open for Recreational sales. Join us Friday-Sunday (5/29-5/31) for great specials, swag, giveaways and more! Mountain High Suckers will be there. Check out all our weekend specials and gift packs: www.groundswelldenver.com/grand

This month, Mountain High Suckers was reviewed in the Hemp Connoisseur magazine! Edibles with CBD enriched medicine are always in demand and Mountain High Suckers has been one of the pioneers. They offer a wide selection of flavors with their hard candies and suckers. For patients who are looking for quality CBD products or looking […]