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Connecticut Cannabis Sales Trail Behind Massachusetts Despite Eased Retail Rules

2025-04-03
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Connecticut cannabis sales remain at $16M monthly while Massachusetts reaches $140M. Derby dispensary introduces first “bud bar” under new rules.

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DERBY, CT — Connecticut’s adult-use cannabis industry has maintained monthly sales near $16 million for much of 2024, two years after legalization.

While the market remains stable, the figure pales in comparison to neighboring Massachusetts, where monthly retail cannabis sales exceed $140 million.

Connecticut recorded $293 million in adult-use sales last year. In contrast, Massachusetts reached $1.8 billion.

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Despite Connecticut’s smaller population, operators say a regulatory overhaul could stimulate faster growth and stronger competition.

Hi! People, a retail dispensary in Derby, has introduced Connecticut’s first “bud bar” following recent changes to in-store purchase regulations.

The new display system allows consumers to view cannabis products directly before buying. Previously, purchases were restricted to digital ordering with limited product visibility.

The U-shaped display cases at Hi! People are intended to increase transparency and elevate retail engagement. Consumers can now inspect flower strains by scent and structure prior to purchase.

Operators have noted that Connecticut’s restrictive packaging rules and limited shopping formats created a utilitarian environment, often discouraging repeat visits. By contrast, dispensaries in states like Massachusetts offer tactile and visual retail experiences, contributing to higher volume.

Massachusetts’ adult-use cannabis market serves a population roughly double the size of Connecticut’s. Yet its per capita revenue remains significantly higher, with $39 million recorded in the first week of February alone.

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