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Legendary rapper and cannabis entrepreneur Berner shared his insights on the evolving cannabis industry during a recent interview. Citing current legal ambiguities, Berner expressed confidence that federal legalization in the U.S. is just a few years away—estimating a 3-5 year timeline once political "grays" leave office. He emphasized that survival of the fittest is key in today’s market, but his brand, Cookies, continues to thrive globally.
Berner highlighted the challenges of transporting cannabis due to conflicting state and federal laws but pointed to examples like Canada and Thailand, where consumers can freely travel with cannabis. He also noted how loopholes in the Farm Bill allow limited legal cannabis activity even in restrictive states.
Looking ahead, Berner aims to rebuild and document his brand’s journey amid the industry’s transformation, anticipating significant opportunities and potential exits once federal legality arrives.
