Marijuana Continues to Grow a Year After Legalization in Oregon
The recreational marijuana industry is “doing phenomenal” in Eugene, Oregon.
That’s what Courtney Delaplain, the manager of a local dispensary named Casper’s, said of Eugene’s newest industry.
A recent report published by the Department of Revenue shows that Oregon state-licensed dispensaries sold $42.2 million worth of recreational marijuana in June and July combined. This comes after selling $59.6 million worth from January to May.
Recreational marijuana has generated $25.5 million in state, tax revenue so far in 2016, while state economists only predicted $10.75 million for the whole year.
One person who is adding to this state’s newest source of revenue is Tallia Riemel, a 23-year-old local grower who has been in the industry for the last eight months.
Riemel invested nearly $20,000 to start, including $3,750 a year to maintain a state license.
Many like Riemel are getting into the industry, but...
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