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Ohio Hemp Businesses Claim Adult-Use Cannabis Law Unfairly Favors 'Big Marijuana'

TG Branfalt
Ohio Hemp Businesses Claim Adult-Use Cannabis Law Unfairly Favors 'Big Marijuana'
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Ohio hemp manufacturers are challenging the state's enforcement of adult-use cannabis regulations, arguing they are disproportionately targeted while large-scale cannabis operators face fewer restrictions despite handling the same plant. Wesley Bryant, owner of a craft beverage and hemp manufacturing company, highlighted the disparity in regulatory oversight. The complaint raises concerns about fair market access and competitive disadvantages for small hemp businesses operating under stricter compliance standards. This regulatory inconsistency could impact the accessibility and affordability of cannabis-derived products for patients seeking alternative wellness options.

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