Black Excellence

About us

Cannabis In Black NY is committed to fostering a thriving community of Black professionals within the cannabis industry. Based in New York City, we provide resources, networking opportunities, and advocacy to drive excellence and innovation.

The Pulse: NY Cannabis News & Culture

Staying ahead of the curve. We break down the latest OCM regulations, legal updates, and market shifts through the lens of Black ownership. From legislation to legacy, this is your source for what’s really happening in our community.

Best of September 2026

Four picks worth knowing about this month — one per category, chosen for what's actually standing out on NY shelves right now.

Flower

Papa's Herb

A family-oriented, value-driven brand now landing on NY shelves — straightforward, no-frills flower without the premium markup.

Pre-Rolls

Budcracker BLVD

NY-born and rooted in the city's legacy culture, Budcracker BLVD delivers reliable, lab-tested flower and pre-rolls built on consistency and integrity.

Minority-Owned · NYCIB Member

Vapes

Silly Nice

Harlem-based, Black- and Veteran-owned. Their live resin and rosin vapes have made them one of the fastest-rising names in the state.

Minority-Owned

Edibles

Camino

Effect-specific gummies (Chill, Uplift, Sleep) built on real terpene blends — one of the most trusted edible names on NY shelves.

Brand Spotlight - September

Jeffrey Cooke, RN is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Budcracker Blvd, a Brooklyn-born, minority-owned cannabis company dedicated to delivering premium cannabis products with integrity, consistency, and uncompromising quality. With legacy cannabis roots dating back to 1998, Jeffrey has transformed decades of industry knowledge into a modern, compliant company serving New York's regulated cannabis market.

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