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Cannabis Services in Arkansas

Find testing labs, attorneys, compliance consultants, and more for Arkansas cannabis operators. Medical

Regulatory Overview

Legal status: Medical

Regulatory body: Arkansas Department of Health

Licensing: Apply for a license

Medical since 2016. Limited licenses. Recreational narrowly failed in 2022.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is cannabis legal in Arkansas?

Medical cannabis is legal in Arkansas since 2016 via Issue 6. Recreational legalization narrowly failed in 2022. The state has a limited number of cultivation and dispensary licenses.

How many cannabis licenses does Arkansas have?

Arkansas has 8 cultivation licenses and 40 dispensary licenses. The limited license structure keeps competition manageable but creates barriers to entry. License values remain high.

What are Arkansas' cannabis testing requirements?

Arkansas requires independent testing for potency, pesticides, heavy metals, residual solvents, and microbial contamination. Testing labs must be licensed by the state and maintain appropriate accreditation.