The New York State Cannabis Control Board (CCB) and the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) have released the 2025 Annual Report, providing an overview of developments in the state’s regulated cannabis market. The report is available online here.
According to the report, adult-use cannabis sales in New York have surpassed $2.5 billion since the passage of the Marihuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA). As of November 30, 2025, there were 556 licensed adult-use dispensaries statewide, nearly double the 261 dispensaries operating in 2024. OCM also processed 2,362 new licenses and 798 license renewals through November, covering adult-use, medical, and cannabinoid hemp programs.
The report highlights continued participation by Social and Economic Equity (SEE) businesses, which hold 55% of adult-use licenses. Equity participation is highest in adult-use retail dispensaries (77%) and adult-use microbusinesses (58%). Among SEE licensees, 57% are women-owned and 50% are minority-owned.
The OCM also reported enforcement activity during 2025, including 2,017 actions resulting in the seizure of over $20 million in illicit cannabis products. This included 3,787 pounds of unlicensed product removed from the market, 248 inspections, 180 Notices of Violation, and 89 Orders to Seal.
The report notes the launch of the first Community Grants Reinvestment Fund, with $5 million awarded to 50 organizations supporting youth services, mental health programs, workforce development, housing stability, and other community initiatives. More than 82% of grant funds went to organizations serving ZIP codes designated as Communities Disproportionately Impacted by prior cannabis prohibition.
In the medical cannabis program, Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation to modernize the program and expand patient access. As of November 30, 2025, there were 31 medical dispensaries and 11 co-located medical and adult-use dispensaries, serving 81,500 registered patients and supported by 4,647 certified providers.
Acting OCM Executive Director Susan Filburn said the report reflects market growth, increased access, and ongoing efforts to advance equity in the state’s cannabis industry.
The full 2025 Annual Report, including data on sales, licensing, enforcement, and community reinvestment initiatives, is available online at the New York State Cannabis website.
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