Home
About
Services
Industries
Reports
Blog
Pressroom
Herbonomics
Whitney Economics in the Spotlight
For media and press-related inquires, please contact:
John McIsaac
503-481-9621
•
john@mcisaacpr.com
IN THE NEWS
•
PRESS RELEASES
•
BLOG
•
PODCAST
•
VIDEO
•
ENGAGEMENTS
•
REPORTS
•
WEBINAR
•
ALL
IN THE NEWS
Changing weed and vape taxes could cost WA money. It’s worth the risk | Opinion
March 5, 2026
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Economics expert issues analysis of Washington State cannabis tax laws
March 5, 2026
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Congress rewrote hemp delta-9 THC policy, who will be harmed? | Opinion
March 5, 2026
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
As Congress debates hemp-derived THC ban, Pa. lawmakers look for other options
February 28, 2026
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Indiana hemp industry still fighting state and federal bans
February 26, 2026
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
IgniteIt D.C. Marks a New Chapter for Benzinga Regulars
February 5, 2026
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Whitney Predicts First U.S. Cannabis Revenue Decline for 2025
February 4, 2026
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
States Are Still Missing The Mark On Social Equity
January 19, 2026
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Cannabis and hemp industries might be looking at a sea change
January 8, 2026
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Looming THC hemp ban could have impact for Michigan cannabis consumers
January 8, 2026
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Behind the buzz: Innovation in THC beverages is sky-high. But how is the market changing?
December 31, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Chicago’s hemp sector braces for collapse as city ban looms
December 28, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Texas hemp businesses face uncertain future under new federal THC restrictions
December 17, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Could Oregon senators’ bill save the hemp industry? Democrats pitch age limit
December 11, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Popular THC drinks will soon be illegal. Companies are fighting to save the billion-dollar industry.
December 9, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Green Wednesday 2025 THC Roundup
November 26, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Federal law banning most hemp-based THC products leaves uncertain future for Pittsburgh-area shops
November 25, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Everyone’s Cashing In on Legal Weed—Except America
November 23, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Congress Wipes Out 95% Of $28B Hemp Market—THC Industry Faces Total Elimination
November 22, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
From wine to weed: Women are driving THC beverage growth
November 18, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Oregon critics say new U.S. law will ‘wipe out 95% to 99%’ of hemp industry
November 15, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Congress cracks down on intoxicating hemp, but high-potency pot products get a free pass
November 15, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
America's great marijuana CRASH: An extinction-level collapse is coming... and a $400m black hole
November 14, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Congressional hemp restrictions threaten $28 billion industry, sending companies scrambling
November 14, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
THC ban is ‘an extinction-level event’ for Texas hemp industry, economist says
November 14, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Federal hemp ban will hit Texas economy, industry leaders warn
November 13, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Federal law banning most hemp-based THC products leaves uncertain future for Pittsburgh-area shops
November 13, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Minnesota’s hemp-derived THC companies prepare to fight ban on Capitol Hill
November 13, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Colorado Governor Hits Back At DeSantis Over Claims Marijuana Legalization Is Failing
November 13, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
McConnell’s Hemp Ban And The Schedule III Mirage: A Lesson In Cannabis Industry Myopia
November 13, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Minnesota’s hemp-produced THC beverage and edible industry reels from provision to outlaw products
November 12, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Cannabis industry’s financial future won’t wait for Washington
November 12, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Minnesota THC Beverage Industry Faces Shutdown Bill
November 12, 2025
DOWNLOAD
IN THE NEWS
Senate approves ban of THCA, other THC products in shutdown bill
November 12, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Cannabis retailers in Redwood City generate about $1M annually
November 4, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Cannabis drinks are having a moment even as Americans consume less alcohol
October 16, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Hemp producers and processors concerned about possible added regulations in new farm bill
September 29, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Whitney Sees Potential $15B Market For THC Drinks
September 23, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
With hundreds of hemp THC drinks available in Illinois, more companies are clamoring to get in
September 19, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
The Impact of Legal Cannabis on Global Economies
September 17, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Move Over, Booze: Weed Drinks Pulled $1.1 Billion in U.S. Sales in 2024
September 12, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
THC Beverages Already Big Business In The USA
September 9, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
THC Beverage Sales to Exceed $1.1B in 2024
September 5, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
THC-infused beverage sales topped $1 billion in 2024
September 4, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Whitney Economics Issues U.S. Cannabis and Hemp Beverage Report
September 4, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
WHITNEY ECONOMICS ISSUES U.S. CANNABIS AND HEMP BEVERAGE REPORT: THC BEVERAGE SALES TOP $1.1B
September 3, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
US: Economist publishes list of flaws in USDA hemp valuations
September 2, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Federal Government Is Significantly ‘Undervaluing’ Hemp Market Based On ‘Flawed’ Methodology,
September 2, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Whitney Economics Identifies Flaws in USDA Methodology in Calculating Hemp Sector’s Value
September 1, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Flaws Alleged In USDA Hemp Value Calculations
September 1, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
How will Missouri’s cannabis market change if the feds reschedule marijuana?
August 22, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
As marijuana prices fall across the nation, oversupply keeps Oklahoma among the cheapest
August 22, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
FundCanna launches BNPL tool for cannabis businesses
August 20, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Inflation? Not in the cannabis market. Here's why weed is so cheap.
August 10, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Arizona Has Made Almost $1 Billion in Tax Revenue From Legal Marijuana Sales
July 15, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Texas Takes Center Stage in Fight For Hemp THC
July 8, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
High Hopes: How Ohio’s Cannabis Industry Can Cultivate Quality Jobs
June 26, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Mature cannabis markets see job losses while emerging states boom
June 24, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Proposed federal ban on intoxicating hemp could rock Ohio's cannabis industry
June 6, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Texas Governor considers THC ban
June 4, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Houston could see enough store vacancies to fill Toyota Center if Greg Abbott doesn't veto THC ban
June 4, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Texas THC ban risks 53,000 jobs and $10.2 billion industry
May 29, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Texas House Passes Bill to Ban Sale, Possession of Hemp Products Containing THC
May 29, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
THC ban bill in Texas about ‘protecting kids’ after six-year flaw
May 29, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Reefer Sadness: Texas Hemp Industry Braces For 8,000-Plus Shutdowns And Their CRE 'Ripple Effects'
May 29, 2025
DOWNLOAD
IN THE NEWS
With Federal Legalization Stalled, Cannabis Companies Are Finding A New Green Rush In Europe
May 28, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Texas Lawmakers Propose THC Ban to ‘Protect Children’
May 27, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Companies continue aiming for expansion in Europe, even as legislation stalls
May 26, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Texas House Passes Bill to Ban Sale, Possession of Hemp Products Containing THC
May 22, 2025
DOWNLOAD
IN THE NEWS
Texas House passes near-total ban on hemp-derived THC
May 22, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
The $30 Billion Question: Can Cannabis Pouches Do What Zyn Did For Nicotine?
May 15, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Cannabis Sales Are Up, But Jobs Are Down: Why Insiders Call It A Strategic Reset For Survival
May 13, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
U.S. Cannabis Market Projected To Reach $34 Billion This Year
May 7, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
California Bill to Freeze Cannabis Excise Tax Breezes, 6-0, Through Another Committee
May 6, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Three economic research firms vying to study the health of Missouri cannabis industry
April 29, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Is America Missing Out On The Global Cannabis Boom?
April 22, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Regulatory chaos threatens US hemp industry
April 18, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Hemp beverages beat craft beers when it comes to tariffs
April 15, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Is Legal Weed In Trouble? Taxes, Oversupply, Hemp Threat Drove A $21-Billion Cut In Sales Estimate
April 9, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Outdated state regulations are stifling the cannabis industry
April 8, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Oregon has spent $46 million fighting black market cannabis. Officials can't tell if it’s working
April 2, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Cannabis Rescheduling Remains Paused Despite Trump Support
April 2, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Texas Hemp Market Economic Report Shows Increasing Wages and Job Growth
March 27, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Report: Texas hemp market tops $10B as Senate ban advances
March 25, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
US foot dragging opens the door for EU leadership
March 14, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Cannabis Buzz Is Wearing Off for Industry’s Private Lenders
February 25, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Whitmer roads tax plan may drive marijuana shops out of business, experts say
February 14, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Michigan weed prices plunge again as oversupply reaches astonishing highs
February 13, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Oregon’s marijuana glut leads to lowest prices ever, regulator says
February 4, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
US Cannabis Industry Posts 11th Consecutive Year of Growth, but at a Slowing Pace
February 4, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Demand for cannabis in Oregon sours as supply soars
February 3, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Wholesale Cannabis Flower Pricing Trends for 2025
February 3, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott lists 7 emergency items for 2025, but a THC ban isn’t one of them
February 3, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Legal cannabis sales in the US hit $30B in 2024
January 31, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
‘We must not overcorrect’: Texas lawmakers clash over ‘intoxicating hemp products’ and THC bans
January 27, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Congress Gets a Wake-Up Call… and the DEA Gets Torched
January 27, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Cannabis debt crisis looms as billions in loans come due in 2026
January 14, 2025
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
What is the economic outlook for marijuana companies in 2025?
December 27, 2024
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Cannabis in NY: OCM provides a year in review
December 11, 2024
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
OCM assessing N.Y. cannabis market capacity through early 2025
December 10, 2024
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Texas Lt. Gov. comes after hemp-derived THC products
December 6, 2024
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Michigan is about to cross $10 billion in legal recreational marijuana sales since legalization in 2
November 27, 2024
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
NY can support at least 1,000 more legal pot shops if state can crush illicit vendors: study
October 30, 2024
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
California hails $544 million in illegal weed seizures. But it’s just a drop in the bucket
October 28, 2024
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Cannabis is Booming. So Why isn't Anyone Getting Rich?
October 23, 2024
SIGN UP/LISTEN
IN THE NEWS
US cannabis industry poised for massive expansion – and financial institutions could profit from it
October 17, 2024
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Benzinga cannabis conference fueled by optimism, rooted in reality
October 11, 2024
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Whitney Economics slashes U.S. hemp acreage forecast by 82%
September 4, 2024
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Expert Economist Slashes Hemp Acreage Forecast By 82% For 2030, Here's Why
September 4, 2024
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
The pot farm next door: Black market weed operations inundate California suburb, cops say
August 31, 2024
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Cannabis operators’ delinquent payments total more than $3.8 billion, report says
April 3, 2024
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Whitney Economics Forecasts US Regulated Cannabis Sales to Top $31.4 Billion in 2024
March 20, 2024
READ NOW
IN THE NEWS
Hope for Hemp Springs Eternal
February 13, 2024
READ NOW
Thank You to Our Partners in Business and the Media That Features Us:
Phone: (503) 724-3084
©Whitney Economics | 2026 All Rights reserved
