Hundreds of cannabis enthusiasts gathered today for the New England Cannabis Conference, also known as NECANN, at the Hynes Convention Center in Boston. Attendees had the opportunity to explore over 300 brands and participate in more than 60 programming sessions. The conference also featured a special track dedicated to psychedelics.
Exhibitors showcased a wide range of products, including infused lemonade and advanced robotics capable of rolling out 1,100 joints per hour. Robotics and automation were key topics among the vendors, highlighting their potential to improve efficiency in cannabis production. Ben Arregui, Director of Sales and Business Development at Sorting Robotics, emphasized that technology will lead to more efficient processes, ultimately resulting in a better end product.
NECANN has been hosting cannabis-centered conventions since it began in 2014. This year’s event comes at a time when local government officials have asked state regulators to pause plans for opening cannabis lounges in Massachusetts.
State regulators are currently considering three types of licenses for these cannabis venues: a “hospitality” license, an “event organizer” license for festivals and gatherings, and a “supplemental” license for existing retailers. Massachusetts voters legalized recreational cannabis through a ballot initiative in 2016.
WBZ NewsRadio’s James Rojas reported on the event.
