In New Jersey began selling marijuana: for the first day, residents spent $ 1,9 million on 'grass'

Last Thursday, April 21, the first day of recreational marijuana sales started in New Jersey. The 12 participating stores sold cannabis products to thousands of people and made almost $2 million in just one day, according to the state. NBC New York.

According to the state, on April 21, the first day of sales, 12 recreational marijuana buyers were served, bringing in nearly $438 million.

Since the start of recreational marijuana sales, there have been constant queues at stores in the state. In addition, the state authorities note that cannabis medicinal products have also increased in demand over the past 30 days. Approximately 64 ounces (over 000 tons) of food were distributed to patients and their caregivers.

“We expected sales to be significant. And the data shows that the market is effectively serving both adult cannabis users and patients,” said Jeff Brown, executive director of the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission.

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The state says there have been no "substantiated reports" of problems with the supply of medical marijuana to patients. However, officials are still monitoring the deliveries.

“We continue to monitor inventory and access for patients. And we are ready to take enforcement action against any drug that does not meet the requirements for access and supply of patients,” Brown assured.