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Cannabis as an Essential Service: March 20, 2020
Even with the turmoil of the past couple of weeks, we’ve seen encouraging news for the industry. While many businesses have closed their doors in response to the COVID-19 outbreak, cannabis providers have been declared an essential service in California, Michigan, and several other states. Average basket sizes are up at the dispensary, and demand for delivery has soared. Michigan temporarily allowing curbside marijuana pickup, encourages delivery: As coronavirus spreads, Michigan is now allowing curbside pickup for medical patients and recreational cannabis users alike, and California has followed suit. Many retail shops have reported lower foot traffic, but customers that do come in are ordering much larger amounts than usual and appear to be “stocking up.” Delivery has also seen a surge in sales, likely due to the increased number of telecommuters and those staying at home in response to the spread of the coronavirus.