Connecticut boasts a robust and expanding cannabis market, with medical cannabis legalized in 2012 and adult-use recreational cannabis following in 2021. This presents a dynamic landscape for entrepreneurs looking to enter the cultivation sector, especially since adult-use retail sales commenced in January 2023.

The demand for quality cannabis products continues to grow throughout Connecticut, including major population centers like Bridgeport, Stamford, New Haven, and Hartford. Securing a cultivation license in Connecticut offers a prime opportunity to supply both the established medical and the burgeoning adult-use markets. The state offers licenses for cultivators, which typically require a minimum of 15,000 square feet of grow space, as well as micro-cultivator licenses for operations between 2,000 and 10,000 square feet, with potential for expansion.