In 2021, 46% of cannabis consumers reported enjoying pre-rolls. Last year, pre-roll sales in recreational U.S. cannabis markets saw 59% year over year growth with total sales increasing from $704M in 2019 to $1.12B in 2020.

This growth in pre-roll sales outpaced the total market which grew by 54.2% over the same period, according to data from Headset.

When survey respondents were asked to talk about their pre-roll production processes, it becomes clear that increased automation is how producers are scaling to meet demand.

Cone-filling machines are becoming mandatory. Additionally, industrial grinders are key to breaking down the cannabis product prior to packing. Any business looking to move pre-rolls at scale needs these two machines. There is a surprising number of businesses still using hand sifters and blenders who need to now start automating their processes before it's too late.

Show Notes: The Valens Company Closes Its Largest Pre-Roll Manufacturing Agreement To Date https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/21/08/22716474/the-valens-company-closes-its-largest-pre-roll-manufacturing-agreement-to-date US CANNABIS DISTRIBUTION TRENDS REPORT: Flower/Pre-Rolls uploads.webflow.com/596691afde3c5856d866ae50/6131391c5085390de011b114_Q321_US">https://global-uploads.webflow.com/596691afde3c5856d866ae50/6131391c5085390de011b114_Q321_US Cann_Flower_Pre-Rolls_Distribution Report_FINAL.pdf

Host: Josh Kincaid, Capital Markets Analyst & host of your cannabis business podcast. https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshkincaid/

Episode 806 The Talking Hedge: Your Cannabis Business Podcast. ​Covering cannabis products, reviews, business news, interviews, investments, events, and more. https://www.theTalkingHedgepodcast.com

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