This week, we’re breaking down the true cost of cannabis—from the price per ounce to the price of setting up your own grow. Whether you’re shopping at a dispensary, dealing with your plug, or thinking about opening a grow op, the numbers might shock you. We compare cannabis pricing across the U.S., discuss the impact of oversupply, dive into operating costs, and challenge whether lower prices really mean better value. Spoiler: that $600 pound might not be the deal you think it is.
🔍 Key Topics Covered:
Dispensary vs Plug: cost, quality, and consistency
Wild price drops in states like California and Michigan
Why East Coast markets are still paying $300+ per ounce
Dragonfly as a case study: pricing, transparency, and trust
Breakdown of commercial grow costs—from 500 sq ft ops to home grows
Cannabis extraction: equipment costs, product types, and market demand
Black/gray markets: oversupply and interstate effects
Waste in dispensaries and how some states give back to vets
Regulatory impacts on pricing, especially in Utah
Why “cheaper” weed might cost you more in the long run
The case for cannabis brands and product consistency
MSOs vs craft grows: scale, quality control, and consumer choice
Why educating consumers could shift the entire market
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🌱 Takeaway:
Understanding cannabis pricing means looking beyond the price tag. True cost includes grow operations, extraction, state regulation, and even consumer education. Sometimes you really do get what you pay for—and that cheap ounce might be a hamster-powered engine.
“That ounce you paid $100 for might drive like a ’65 pickup with a torn speaker—sounds cool but barely gets you there.”“You’re not buying potato chips. You’re buying a cannabis experience.”“Would you rather smoke an ounce of gas station boof or take one puff of Lamborghini weed?”
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