Caribbean cannabis news
Legislative changes, dispensary openings, enforcement updates, and industry developments across the Caribbean.
Kaya Herb House Posts J$550M in Sales for 2025
Jamaica's pioneering cannabis dispensary chain reports J$550 million in revenue from ganja, mushrooms, and pizza across its locations.
Grenada Passes Landmark Cannabis Decriminalization Law
Grenada's Parliament approves the Drug Abuse Amendment Act 2026, decriminalizing up to 56 grams of cannabis for adults 21 and older.
USVI Cannabis Dispensaries Begin Opening Phase in 2026
The U.S. Virgin Islands' first licensed adult-use cannabis dispensaries enter the opening phase across St. Thomas, St. Croix, and St. John.
Puerto Rico's Medical Cannabis Market Now Exceeds 130 Dispensaries
Puerto Rico's medical cannabis program continues to grow with over 130 licensed dispensaries operating across the island.
Cayman Islands Voters Approve Cannabis Decriminalization Referendum
55% of Cayman Islands voters back decriminalizing consumption and possession of small amounts of cannabis in the 2025 referendum.
St. Kitts & Nevis Launches Medicinal Cannabis Authority
The government of St. Kitts and Nevis officially launches the Medicinal Cannabis Authority in April 2025, opening permit and licence applications.
Saint Lucia Drafts Comprehensive Cannabis and Hemp Bill
Saint Lucia releases a draft cannabis law that would regulate both marijuana and industrial hemp farming, processing, and sales.
Bahamas Introduces Comprehensive Cannabis Bill
The Bahamas government unveils the Cannabis Bill 2024, proposing medical legalization, religious use protections, and decriminalization of 30 grams.