Quality and unity can set NZ apart – but the shackles must be removed

Collaboration, business agility and a reputation for quality will underpin a successful medicinal cannabis industry in New Zealand, argues NZMCC executive director Melissa Zissou. But the regulators must also play their part by improving access to local products

New Zealand’s medicinal cannabis industry is entering a new era. We’ve moved beyond the early excitement of the green rush and built a sector with experienced business leaders, an established regulatory framework and a strong supply chain for domestic and international markets.