Live from HCP EXPO: How Medical Marijuana Can Benefit from Flexible Packaging

The marijuana industry may still be facing hurdles, but processors can take many cues from conventional food and medical packaging. An expert weighs in on trends, child safety and regulatory issues.

Keren Sookne
Sep 29, 2017
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