In just two months, recreational marijuana will be legal in the state of Illinois. Ahead of January 1, a business in Pike County, Illinois, is working to double in size. Marijuana cultivation center, Ascend Wellness, in Barry, Illinois, is expanding its services.
Officials said in order to meet the incoming demand, they’ll need more space and more employees. It’s something city leaders in Barry said could have a big impact on the town.
The cannabis industry is quickly growing in Illinois and for Barry, it’s no exception. “There are plenty of jobs that will be available as we ramp up here,” Ascend Wellness Spokesperson Chris McCloud said.
Ascend Wellness is preparing for a change of pace, come the legalization of recreational marijuana. “With a new market coming into Illinois, we’re going to make sure that this facility can produce a maximum output to meet the demands,” McCloud said.
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