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7 WAYS CORONAVIRUS IS CHANGING CANNABIS CONSUMPTION
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Patrick Ian Moore
The Coronavirus has changed a lot of things about the way we live in this country. How we shop, what we buy, how close we stand to other people, and many other strange things. One of the of the many industries that have been declared essential is cannabis, but cannabis is changing too. Here’s our top 7 list of how the global pandemic is changing the way we consume cannabis. Enjoy, and wash your hands.
1. DELIVERY, DRIVE-
BUYING ONLINE: Hanging out and sniffing buds in person is probably over. Buyers will need to rely on product photos and descriptions and online store menus. Hopefully this will include easily using credit/debit cards soon and stop with all the dirty cash. Not all shops take cards, but where possible it will become preferred.
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THRUS AND CURBSIDE SERVICE: Dispensaries are now allowed in many states to provide curbside service for patients and customers who order online or on the phone. They’re also allowing more drive thrus in a lot of cities and delivery has never been more popular.
2. BROWSING AND
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3. MASKED
BUDTENDERS: Masks and gloves have been standard issue gear in cannabis processing operations since back in the day, but now they’re being worn by the front-of-house staff like receptionists and budtenders too. Branded masks with featured logos are coming next.
