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Cannabis Startups

Updated June 2026

Companies in the cannabis sector developing innovative solutions and technologies.

Explore 41 recently funded cannabis companies with verified founder contact information and fundraising data.

Total Companies
41
Total Funding
$103.8M
Avg Funding
$4.2M
Global Reach
7
countries

Top Cities for Cannabis

Lafayette
New York
Denver
Palmerston North
San Diego
Norwalk

Recently Funded Companies

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Lafayette, United States

urban-gro provides integrated architectural, engineering & cultivation systems integration for Controlled Environment Agriculture facilities

Apr 2026

Founder Contacts

19,000+ verified contacts

New York, United States

Recess is a consumer wellness brand creating products and experiences designed to help people feel balanced, centered, and inspired.

$30.0M raised
Oct 2025

Founder Contacts

19,000+ verified contacts

Denver, United States

Simplifya is a SaaS company that offers an operational compliance software for the cannabis industry.

$2.0M raised
Sep 2025

Founder Contacts

19,000+ verified contacts

Palmerston North, New Zealand

BioLumic unlocks the natural genetic potential of seeds and seedlings with specialized light treatments, data science, and technology.

$8.3M raised
Apr 2025

Founder Contacts

19,000+ verified contacts

San Diego, United States

Greenbutts provides biodegradable filters.

$513K raised
Apr 2025

Founder Contacts

19,000+ verified contacts

Norwalk, United States

Frontier Risk is the first tech-enabled insurance solution and brokerage for the cannabis sector led by former cannabis executives.

$3.0M raised
Jan 2025

Founder Contacts

19,000+ verified contacts

Pfaffikon, Switzerland

Pharmaceuticals, Medical Cannabis, Telemedicine, Digital Health, D2C, Compounding Pharmacy, HealthTech, API Distribution

$4.5M raised
Dec 2024

Founder Contacts

19,000+ verified contacts

Lumberton, United States

BLISS CO grows a high-quality craft cannabis brand made for consumers who appreciate excellence.

$2.5M raised
Nov 2024

Founder Contacts

19,000+ verified contacts

Denver, United States

Eaze is an online marketplace and technology platform that helps provide legal access to cannabis through safe and convenient delivery.

$10.0M raised
Nov 2024

Founder Contacts

19,000+ verified contacts

Portland, United States

Phylos is a crop science company reimagining molecular genetics in the production of hemp and cannabis.

$1.8M raised
Nov 2024

Founder Contacts

19,000+ verified contacts

The Woodlands, United States

Emergent Beverages is a food and beverages company that offers non-alcoholic and naturally derived hemp delta 9 THC beverages.

$350K raised
Oct 2024

Founder Contacts

19,000+ verified contacts

Chicago, United States

Cannect Wellness is a premium craft cannabis cultivator and product manufacturer.

$7.0M raised
Oct 2024

Founder Contacts

19,000+ verified contacts

Richmond, Australia

easykind offers affordable, patient focused alternative healthcare across Australia, built by patients for patients with 5-star care

$677K raised
Sep 2024

Founder Contacts

19,000+ verified contacts

Fort Lauderdale, United States

Sunburn Cannabis is a vertically integrated cannabis operator that offer products that cater to both medicinal and recreational users.

$1.0M raised
Aug 2024

Founder Contacts

19,000+ verified contacts

Ebersbach, Germany

Demecan is a producer of medical cannabis.

Aug 2024

Founder Contacts

19,000+ verified contacts

Dublin, Ireland

A leading EU-GMP European vertically integrated Multi-Country Operator company with a global footprint

$10.0M raised
Jul 2024

Founder Contacts

19,000+ verified contacts

Chicago, United States

Hoodie Analytics is an IT company that offers real time cannabis product assortment and pricing intelligence.

$5.0M raised
Jun 2024

Founder Contacts

19,000+ verified contacts

Chicago, United States

The Bettering Company is a developer of cannabis edible brands that are refined for both novice and expert users.

$250K raised
Jun 2024

Founder Contacts

19,000+ verified contacts

Sheffield, United States

The Pass focuses on the cultivation, manufacturing, and retailing of recreational marijuana.

$373K raised
May 2024

Founder Contacts

19,000+ verified contacts

Roseville, United States

Conception Nurseries operates as a cannabis genetics firm.

$50K raised
Mar 2024

Founder Contacts

19,000+ verified contacts

London, United Kingdom

Releaf is a UK medical cannabis clinic that provides patients with tailored treatment plans and clinical support

$6.7M raised
Jan 2024

Founder Contacts

19,000+ verified contacts

Torrance, United States

GreenSTOP is an ancillary technology company.

$2.5M raised
Nov 2023

Founder Contacts

19,000+ verified contacts

New York, United States

Prelude provides a supply chain platform to distribute cannabis to retailers.

$5.2M raised
Nov 2023

Founder Contacts

19,000+ verified contacts

Petrolia, United States

Pura Cali is an integrated cannabis company that establishes the standards for artisan agriculture.

$465K raised
Nov 2023

Founder Contacts

19,000+ verified contacts

North Haven, United States

Green Check Verified provides dispensaries with the tools they need to access local banking services and get back to business.

$1.5M raised
Oct 2023

Founder Contacts

19,000+ verified contacts

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About the Cannabis Startup Ecosystem

The cannabis sector is an active area of startup innovation and venture capital investment. Companies in this space are developing new technologies, platforms, and services that address evolving market needs and create new business opportunities.

Funding Trends in Cannabis

Cannabis companies raise capital across various funding stages, from early seed rounds to late-stage growth financing. Investor interest in this sector is driven by the size of the addressable market, the pace of technology adoption, and the potential for scalable business models.

Growth Outlook

The cannabis sector is expected to continue evolving as technology advances, market dynamics shift, and new opportunities emerge. Companies that demonstrate strong product-market fit, efficient growth, and clear competitive advantages are well-positioned to attract continued investment.

Cannabis Funding Breakdown

Here is how funding is distributed among the 41 cannabis companies tracked in the VCBacked database.

Average Funding
$4.2M
Total Funding Tracked
$103.8M
Countries Represented
7

Distribution by Funding Stage

Other25 companies

Top Cities for Cannabis

1.Chicago
3 companies$12.3M
2.New York
2 companies$35.2M
3.Denver
2 companies$12.0M
4.Lafayette
1 companiesUndisclosed
5.Palmerston North
1 companies$8.3M

Related Industries

Companies in the cannabis sector often overlap with or complement businesses in adjacent industries. Exploring related verticals can help you discover additional companies, identify partnership opportunities, and understand the broader competitive landscape.

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