October brought a wave of new ideas, fresh insights, and trending conversations across industries and our readers were here for it. From innovative safety solutions to business trends reshaping industries, these articles captured the most attention and engagement throughout the month.
October 2025 was a month full of insight, innovation, and forward-thinking discussions in the cannabis industry. From worker safety and insurance solutions to sustainable operations and retail trends, our readers engaged deeply with content that tackled both challenges and opportunities shaping the future of cannabis.
Leading the list, this article explored how Prudential Overall Supply is redefining industrial hygiene in cannabis workplaces. By offering reliable PPE, uniform programs, and sanitation solutions, the company helps operators maintain compliance while protecting workers on the production floor. Readers appreciated the practical focus on hygiene and safety in an industry where compliance is constantly evolving.
This piece dug deep into the intersection of cleaning protocols, contamination control, and compliance. It outlined how proactive hygiene programs reduce microbial risks, prevent product recalls, and build consumer trust. A go to guide for operators looking to elevate their GMP and quality assurance standards.
Extraction facilities face some of the highest operational risks in cannabis manufacturing. This article explained how specialized insurance policies can protect against fire, explosion, contamination, and equipment loss. Why it stood out: It gave business owners a clear picture of risk control options and financial safeguards tailored to extraction operations.
Sustainability took the spotlight as this article showcased how operators are reducing their carbon footprint through responsible waste management, from biomass recycling to closed-loop systems. It aligned with a growing industry focus on environmental responsibility and long-term resilience.
This feature took a human-centered approach, exploring how emotional intelligence (EI) in leadership can improve safety outcomes, reduce conflict, and create a culture of accountability. Readers valued its fresh take on safety, one that goes beyond compliance to focus on empathy, awareness, and communication.
A continuing reader favorite, this article highlighted how captive insurance models allow cannabis companies to self-insure, stabilize premiums, and gain financial control in a volatile market. It provided strategic insight into how cannabis businesses can strengthen financial resilience amid regulatory uncertainty.
Digital training is transforming the way cannabis operators manage safety. This article detailed how online safety programs reduce on-site accidents, enhance compliance documentation, and cut compensation claims. It gave real world proof that digital learning can improve both safety performance and cost efficiency.
One of the most forward-looking pieces of the month, this article explored emerging retail trends shaping the consumer experience from AI-powered dispensary tools to experiential store design. A must read for retailers looking to stay ahead in an increasingly competitive market.
A follow-up to the popular captive insurance feature, this article examined how more cannabis operators are forming their own captives to manage risk and lower long-term costs. It delivered practical examples of how operators are applying financial innovation to maintain operational stability.
Compliance and security go hand in hand, especially in cannabis retail. This article broke down best practices for implementing ID scanners from verifying age to preventing fraudulent purchases and ensuring audit readiness. Readers found its step-by-step approach invaluable for strengthening retail compliance protocols.
October’s most read articles reflect a powerful shift in the cannabis industry, one driven by safety, sustainability, technology, and smart risk management. As we head into November, expect even more focus on operational innovation, workplace wellness, and compliance-ready business strategies.
