The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission recently approved the first marijuana research facility license.

Commissioners voted unanimously (4-0) at the agency's monthly public meeting to grant Curaleaf Processing, Inc. a final license to operate a marijuana research facility in Newton. Curaleaf Processing is a subsidiary of one of the largest U.S. cannabis operators Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (OTCQX:CURLF).

In September, the Commission's investigations and enforcement staff inspected the marijuana research facility and found it to be in full compliance with the requirements under state law. Upon receiving administrative approval for any submitted research permit applications, Curaleaf Processing Inc. need...