After voters in the state last November overwhelming decided in favor of legalizing recreational cannabis, Ohio appears to be on the cusp of launching its adult-use market.
The Ohio Cannabis Coalition (OHCANN), a trade association representing licensed cultivators, processors, dispensaries, and testing labs, announced that sales of non-medical marijuana will begin as early as next Tuesday in Ohio.
"I can't emphasize enough the work that OHCANN members alongside DCC have put in to bring us to this day," said OHCANN Spokesperson Tom Haren in a statement. "We are stepping into a new future for Ohio where citizens will have access to safe products and communities will feel the benefits of this growing industry through tax revenue and job opportunities."
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Crain's Cleveland also confirmed the news with Cresco Labs' Chief Communication Officer Jason Erkes.
“The first sales will take place Tuesday morning and we can’t wait to open our Sunnyside doors across Ohio to show consumers what regulated cannabis looks like – I think they will be surprised at the product selection and welcoming experience," he said, adding that his company's Sunnyside locations in Cincinnati, Wintersville and Marion have all received approval.
On X, Green Thumb Industries CEO Ben Kovler also seemingly confirmed the news.
Ohio has the potential to become a massive new market for legal cannabis. Cannabis data company BDSA projected recreational cannabis could account for as much as $300 million in sales by 2025. By 2027, it believes combined sales in the state could eclipse $1.65 billion.
