David Knowlton, chairman and CEO of Cannabis Education & Research Institute, said there's an economic interest to be in the recreational market, and there's only so much "grow" out there, since what's supplied here must be grown here.
Initial rules for legal marijuana sales don't allow for edibles that resemble food, but New Jersey is already inviting input about whether to change that.
Extra fees and application requirements in some municipalities on those looking to open marijuana businesses may favor big companies over small businesses.