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Last year was nothing short of a rollercoaster for Michigan’s 5-year-old legal cannabis industry, but 2025 is shaping up to be even more turbulent. Industry insiders are bracing for volatility that could wipe out 20 to 30% of growers.

The state’s legal market brought in more than $3 billion in sales in 2024, with the average price of an ounce dipping just below $70 by year’s end. But as we move into 2025, the pressure is mounting, and the turmoil is far from over.

Cannabis producers and retailers are already feeling the heat, scrambling to stay afloat in a market that’s been in a constant state of upheaval. The race to the bottom on pricing has reached crisis levels, forcing operators to slash costs wherever they can.

We’ve seen a wave of layoffs in the past month, with cannabis companies across the state cutting their sales and marketing teams or shutting down entirely. Smaller operators are being hit especially hard, wearing multiple hats as they try to outlast the storm. It’s a fight for survival as businesses pivot, cut corners and do whatever they can to stay competitive.

The winter months typically bring a lull in cannabis sales, and this year is no exception. Post-holiday blues and cold Michigan winters tend to keep people inside, slowing foot traffic to dispensaries. But the challenges in Michigan are even more pronounced for operators who are managing businesses in other states.

In fact, we’ve already seen some out-of-state players like LivWell and Curaleaf decide to exit the Michigan market, choosing instead to focus on states with less competition and greater market potential.

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