The Minnesota Cannabis Growers Cooperative and Industry Council (MCGCIC) is dedicated to advancing the collective interests and success of our members by combining the power of cooperative solidarity with the collaborative oversight of an industry council. We empower our community through collective resource sharing, unified advocacy, and the promotion of sustainable and ethical practices.
What Sets MCGCIC Apart: We operate uniquely as both a member-owned cooperative and an industry council.
As a cooperative, we work to create a supportive ecosystem that empowers our members through knowledge sharing, education, and resource optimization. We unite our members’ strengths to:
Educate: We offer workshops, seminars, and informational resources about best practices, market dynamics, and emerging issues and trends.
Develop Markets: We facilitate new market opportunities and assist in negotiating advantageous contract terms.
Share Resources: We leverage collective buying power to secure necessary inputs and services at reduced costs, enhancing member profitability.
Cultivate Sustainable Practices: We nurture economic, environmental, and social sustainability in our members’ business operations and across the industry as a whole.
Drive Innovation: We encourage and incubate innovative practices and to keep our members at the forefront of the market.
As an industry council, we prioritize engaging in meaningful dialogue, fostering collaboration, and building consensus to guide policy decisions, establish industry standards, and uphold ethical practices. We leverage our members’ expertise to:
Shape Policies: We actively engage in shaping policies and regulations that reflect the needs and aspirations of the cannabis industry, support fair and sustainable industry growth, and protect public and environmental interests.
Set Standards: We spearhead the development and enforcement of industry standards and ethical business practices that promote quality, safety, and equity across the industry.
Educate & Represent: We serve as the authentic voice of Minnesota's cannabis industry, educating stakeholders, policymakers, and the community on the industry’s contributions, challenges, and potential, thereby shaping a well-informed public and policy discourse.
In all we do, MCGCIC upholds principles of collective resilience, responsibility, and well-being. We are not just cultivating cannabis; we are cultivating opportunities, communities, and an equitable, sustainable, and thriving industry.
Join us as we shape the future of the cannabis industry in Minnesota.