Why Supporting Local Cannabis Brands Matters

Chris Paradise
Jul 22
2 min read

Updated: 6 days ago

At Lord Green Dispensary, we’re more than just your neighborhood spot for premium cannabis products—we’re proud supporters and producers of local cannabis right here in Pennsylvania. Whether you’re a seasoned connoisseur or just starting your cannabis journey, there’s one thing we can all do to keep the industry thriving: support local.

Here’s why choosing local cannabis brands makes a real difference—for you, your community, and the future of cannabis.

1. Your Dollars Stay in the Community

When you buy from local cannabis brands, more of your money stays within the local economy. That means:

Creating local jobs for growers, processors, and budtenders.
Funding community programs and improvements.
Supporting small business owners and family-owned operations—just like us!

Instead of sending your money out of state or to massive corporations, your purchase helps build a thriving, sustainable cannabis economy right in your backyard.

2. Fresher, Higher-Quality Products

Local brands don’t have to travel hundreds of miles to get to your hands. That means:

Fresher flower and edibles
Less packaging waste and carbon emissions
Products that were grown, cured, and crafted with care—often in smaller batches

At Lord Green, we produce many of our own in-house items, which means what you’re buying is crafted with intention and local expertise.

3. Stronger Relationships & Better Transparency

You can talk directly to the people who make your favorite products. When you support local:

You know where your product is coming from
You can ask questions and get honest, informed answers
You help shape what products are made based on what you want to see on the shelves

Cannabis is still a growing industry, and your voice matters. Supporting locals gives you a direct line into how things evolve.

4. It’s Better for the Planet

Local production means:

Less transportation
Fewer emissions
More sustainable growing practices

Many local cultivators focus on organic or clean growing methods because they’re passionate about quality—not mass production. Supporting them helps push the industry toward a greener future.

5. You’re Empowering the Culture, Not Corporations

The cannabis world has always been rooted in community, culture, and connection. By supporting small and local brands, you help preserve the authenticity of this plant and industry. You keep cannabis in the hands of people who truly care—not just those chasing profits.