This Week In Cannabis: DeSantis' Anti-Weed Push, NY's Drug Decriminalization, Aurora's Record Earnings, Tilray And More Global News
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Source: Benzinga
Political Developments: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is opposing a 2026 recreational cannabis ballot initiative, predicting significant challenges, while New York proposes a bill to decriminalize all drug possession, aiming for a public health approach.
Market and Business Updates: Village Farms International has launched cannabis sales in the Netherlands, Aurora Cannabis reported record medical sales growth, and Tilray Brands expanded into the craft beer market with JetBlue, highlighting ongoing industry evolution.
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Analyst Views on VFF
Wall Street analysts forecast VFF stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for VFF is 5.00 USD with a low forecast of 5.00 USD and a high forecast of 5.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
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About VFF
Village Farms International, Inc. is a vertically integrated supplier of plant-based consumer packaged goods in the cannabis and cannabidiol (CBD) categories in North America, the Netherlands, and selected markets internationally. Its segments include Produce, Cannabis-Canada, Cannabis-U.S., Clean Energy and Cannabis - Netherlands. Produce segment produces, markets and sells tomatoes, bell peppers and cucumbers. Cannabis-Canada produces and supplies cannabis products to be sold to other licensed providers and provincial governments across Canada and internationally. Cannabis-U.S. develops and sells CBD-based health and wellness products, including ingestible, edible and topical applications, across the United States. Clean Energy receives a royalty representing a portion of the natural gas that is sold to one customer pursuant to its long-term contract. Cannabis - Netherlands segment produces and supplies cannabis products in the Netherlands, supplying designated coffee shops.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
Village Farms Wins BC Export Award for Consumer Products
- Outstanding Export Performance: Village Farms has been awarded the Consumer Products category at the 2026 BC Export Awards, highlighting its exceptional contribution to international trade and economic growth in British Columbia.
- Significant Sales Growth: As of September 30, 2025, the company achieved a 758% year-over-year increase in export sales, a testament to its disciplined, market-specific growth strategies and regulatory compliance expertise, showcasing its competitiveness in highly regulated markets.
- International Market Expansion: Village Farms exports medical cannabis to several international markets, including Germany, the UK, and Israel, through its EU-GMP certified operations, demonstrating its strong influence and growth potential in the global market.
- Solid Local Foundation: As one of the largest single-site agricultural employers in British Columbia, the company continues to invest locally, ensuring the consistency and high quality of its products in international markets, further solidifying its global competitiveness.
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- Industry Trend Analysis: Companies such as Turning Point Brands (TPB) and Village Farms International (VFF) are performing well in the current market environment, demonstrating resilience in the consumer staples sector amid structural challenges.
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