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Native American tribes maintained a strong presence in cannabis markets throughout the United States in the past year.
States that have recently legalized adult-use cannabis, such as Minnesota and New York, experienced particularly strong growth in tribally owned businesses.
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But new tribal businesses also emerged in states with more mature markets, such as California and Washington.
The U.S. government recognizes 574 Native American tribes, roughly 10% of which have opened recreational marijuana stores and/or medical cannabis dispensaries.
As of April 2025, there are 77 tribally owned cannabis outlets in nine states.
The number of stores has grown by 24% since this time last year, demonstrating the continued appeal of cannabis for tribes diversifying their economies.
These retail outlets are owned by 59
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