What is it about?
Guide to the Cannabis Industry by Opal Man-Ching Leung offers a comprehensive introduction to one of the fastest-growing and most complex emerging industries. Combining legal, ethical, financial, medical, cultural, and sociological perspectives, the book equips students, aspiring entrepreneurs, and policymakers with the tools to better understand the current and future landscape of cannabis. It also examines how global trends, shifting legislation, and evolving social attitudes influence the industry. As more countries such as Germany move toward legalization, the experiences of Canada and the U.S. provide valuable lessons for international markets and regulatory approaches. This accessible guide is ideal for students in business, public policy, health, and social sciences, and for anyone seeking a clear, informed starting point for engaging with the cannabis sector.
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Why is it important?
With cannabis still illegal in many parts of the world, there are widespread gaps in public understanding about how cannabis is produced, regulated, and sold. This book fills that gap by providing a foundational overview of the cannabis industry, with a primary focus on developments in Canada, the first G7 nation to legalize recreational cannabis at the federal level, and selected U.S. states that have implemented legal markets.
Perspectives
While there are several books about the cannabis industry, this volume straddles the boundary between academic and non-academic works. It is meant to introduce readers to the cannabis industry in an accessible way while applying theories to understand the industry in a deeper way. In other words, it's easy to read but nerdy at the same time.
Dr. Opal MC Leung
Saint Francis Xavier University
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This page is a summary of: Guide to the Cannabis Industry, January 2026, SAGE Publications,
DOI: 10.4135/9781071973264.
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