The Cannabis Retailers Association of Vermont is mounting an effort to help vendors affected by flooding.
Cannabis remains illegal under federal law and therefore retailers do not qualify for federal flood aid. Vermont’s retailers, cultivators and manufacturers are reporting significant flood damage to equipment, stores and crops according to the state Cannabis Retailers Association.
The organization has launched a two-pronged fundraising effort. One will be sales of special products and the second is a two-day music festival planned for September. The organization is working with the Cannabis Control Board to make sure all efforts to help retailers meet state regulatory requirements.