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Even for cannabis teetotalers, it’s hard to ignore Vermont’s legal marketplace — especially now that there are so many dispensaries sprinkled throughout the state. What are these shops contributing to Vermont and why should you care? Here’s a look at the numbers. ➆

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This article appears in Vermont Cannabiz Guide • 2026.

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