The Cannabis Licensing Authority, (CLA) issued a total of 160 licences in various categories up to September this year.

Industry, Investment, and Commerce Minister, Senator Aubyn Hill made the disclosure while speaking during the three-day Canex Business Conference at the Montego-Bay Convention Centre at the weekend.

He said this signifies continued expansion and development of Jamaica’s growing

Cannabis industry.

He highlighted more opportunities for exploration in the sector via legislation and regulatory frameworks.

The Canex Conference hosted leaders from the Caribbean, North America, Africa and Europe for discussions on the cannabis and psychedelics industries.