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Minnesota Cannabis CollegeEducation Designed For Future and Current Cannabis Entrepreneurs
Our Mission
The mission of the Minnesota Cannabis College is to educate and support individuals seeking careers or entrepreneurial opportunities in the state’s cannabis industry with an emphasis on individuals facing barriers to traditional education, entrepreneurial, or employment paths while supporting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive cannabis industry throughout the State of Minnesota.
Books and Publications
Explore our selection of essential reads designed to empower your journey in the cannabis industry. Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or an aspiring grower, our books provide the specialized knowledge you need to thrive.
Northern Lights Podcast
Tune into our weekly podcast where we bring in industry leaders, policy advocates, and cannabis experts to discuss the latest trends, regulations, and opportunities. Elevate your understanding and subscribe today!
Information and Support Materials
Additional Resources
Wholesale Shop
Books and Resources Designed for Minnesota Retailers
License Guide
Information on Cannabis Business Licenses in Minnesota
Retail Training
Education Designed to Help Keep Minnesota Buisnesses Compliant
Reporting on the Work We're Doing
In The News
MPR News – As state government rolls out legal cannabis, nonprofit works to prepare people to enter the market (March 27, 2024)
The Office of Cannabis Management will hold the inaugural meeting of its Cannabis Advisory Council Friday. The council, which was created as part of the new cannabis law, will review policy and make...
StarTribune – Now that recreational cannabis is legal, here’s how to start your own pot business (Oct 23, 2023)
Choose now which license you'll need to obtain for your business. There are 16 different licenses for a cannabis business, said Jen Randolph Reise, an attorney and head of business and cannabis law...
CBS News – Demand for cannabis classes grows after recreational marijuana legalization in Minnesota (Oct 9, 2023)
Inside a co-working space in Minneapolis Monday night, two dozen people took attentive notes and followed a presentation as an instructor taught the basics: How many cannabis plants they're allowed...