NCIA welcomes contributions from our members to provide educational, thought-provoking content for the cannabis industry. Our blog is a space to share expertise, spark discussion, and equip business leaders with the insights needed to navigate and shape the future of cannabis.
Who Can Submit
Annual NCIA Members: One blog per month (subject to availability).
Monthly & Quarterly Members: One blog per quarter.
Content Guidelines
Original Content Only: Blogs must be unpublished elsewhere.
Educational & Actionable: Content should deliver value to cannabis business professionals—guidance, solutions, trends, best practices, and analysis.
No Advertisements: Thought leadership is welcomed; sales pitches are not. Excessive company promotion, product placements, or overt marketing will be rejected.
Health & Wellness Content: Articles discussing cannabis and health, wellness, or medical applications will only be accepted if authored by a licensed healthcare professional or backed by credible, peer-reviewed research. Unverified medical claims, anecdotal evidence, and promotional health-related content will not be considered.
Length & Format: 800–1,000 words. Posts may include external links, images, or video.
Submission Process
Send Us the Final Draft: Send the final draft of your blog for review.
Collaboration: NCIA will work with authors on revisions and edits to ensure clarity, industry relevance, and impact.
Ownership & Distribution: NCIA retains publication rights and may distribute content through its platforms and partners. Authors are encouraged to share published posts widely.
How to Submit
Send pitches or completed drafts via Google Docs or as a PDF with:
Title & Content
Author & Company Bio (75 words max)
High-Quality Headshot & Any Relevant Images Used Within Blog
NCIA members can submit press releases and company news for online publication directly to NCIA. The appearance of products, services, or opinions in this section does not constitute an NCIA endorsement. If you have a question about any item, please contact the identified company or author. Please email Brooke@TheCannabisIndustry.org or click “Submit Member News” below to submit.
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