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Compliance updates, product trends, and strategies to grow your smoke shop business.

Vape Compliance Guide: What Retailers Need to Know
February 12, 2026Port City Wholesale

Vape Compliance Guide: What Retailers Need to Know

Stay compliant with evolving vape regulations. This guide covers federal and state requirements for smoke shop retailers.

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Top 5 THCA Flower Strains for Smoke Shops in 2025
February 10, 2026Port City Wholesale

Top 5 THCA Flower Strains for Smoke Shops in 2025

Which THCA flower strains are flying off shelves? We break down the top sellers and why your customers love them.

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How to Open a Wholesale Account with PCW
February 6, 2026Port City Wholesale

How to Open a Wholesale Account with PCW

Everything you need to know about becoming an approved Port City Wholesale distributor — from application to first order.

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New Year, New Inventory: Planning Your Q1 Restock
December 29, 2025Port City Wholesale

New Year, New Inventory: Planning Your Q1 Restock

Start the year right with a clean inventory strategy. Here's how to plan your Q1 orders.

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2026 Industry Trends Every Retailer Should Watch
December 15, 2025Port City Wholesale

2026 Industry Trends Every Retailer Should Watch

What's coming in 2026? From new product categories to regulatory shifts — here's what to prepare for.

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Black Friday Strategies for Smoke Shops
November 24, 2025Port City Wholesale

Black Friday Strategies for Smoke Shops

Maximize your Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales with these proven smoke shop strategies.

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Building Customer Loyalty in Your Smoke Shop
November 10, 2025Port City Wholesale

Building Customer Loyalty in Your Smoke Shop

Repeat customers are worth 10x a one-time sale. Here's how to keep them coming back.

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Holiday Season Prep: Stock Up Before the Rush
October 27, 2025Port City Wholesale

Holiday Season Prep: Stock Up Before the Rush

The holiday rush can make or break your Q4. Here's how to prepare your inventory and marketing.

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North Carolina Tobacco Retail Regulations: What You Need
October 13, 2025Port City Wholesale

North Carolina Tobacco Retail Regulations: What You Need

Operating a smoke shop in NC? Here's every regulation you need to know to stay compliant.

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Wholesale Inventory Management: Stock Smart, Not Hard
September 29, 2025Port City Wholesale

Wholesale Inventory Management: Stock Smart, Not Hard

Running out of bestsellers costs you money. Overstocking kills your cash flow. Here's the balance.

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How to Price Products for Maximum Margin
September 15, 2025Port City Wholesale

How to Price Products for Maximum Margin

Pricing strategy can make or break your shop. Learn the formulas top retailers use.

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5 Ways to Increase Your Smoke Shop Revenue
September 1, 2025Port City Wholesale

5 Ways to Increase Your Smoke Shop Revenue

Proven strategies to boost sales and margins in your smoke shop — from product mix to customer experience.

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Why Smoke Shops Should Stock THCA in 2025
August 18, 2025Port City Wholesale

Why Smoke Shops Should Stock THCA in 2025

THCA is the fastest-growing category in smoke shops. Here's why you can't afford to miss it.

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