The town’s fourth retail cannabis shop is officially opening on Saturday and Abington residents are invited. At least, if they’re 21.
Elevated Roots will celebrate from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., with food trucks, cannabis vendors, music, and other activities. South Shore Chamber of Commerce CEO Tim Cahill is scheduled to cut the ribbon, according to Elevated Roots Marketing Director Blandine Jean-Paul.
Located at 1423 Bedford Street, Elevated Roots is the latest retail cannabis shop to open up in North Abington. It joins Bud’s Goods & Provisions at 1540 Bedford Street, Natural Agricultural Products at 1437 Bedford Street, and CannaBarn at 678 Adams Street.
Elevated Roots’ Abington location is the company’s third shop, following openings in Kingston and Halifax. The chain is owned by Braintree-based entreprenuer Barznab Kahn, one of the people behind Richdale Food Shops, and Bobby Palma of Kingston.
Unlike the other cannabis shops in Abington, Elevated Roots operates its own cultivation and manufacturing operation out of its Kingston facility. The company features two in-house product brands: Nostalgia and Ritual.
Nostalgia features a group of cannabis strains that date back over the decades, including Purple Haze from the 60s and Lamb’s Bread, which was a favorite of Bob Marley, according to Jean-Paul. The Ritual product lines are described as designed for daily use.
“We hold ourselves to the highest standards in everything we cultivate and curate,” Jean-Paul said. “We honor the details and take pride in delivering quality people can trust. We grow through connection and shared purpose. We build trust through authenticity and consistency. Delivering quality and intention at every price point.”
In addition to their in-house brands, Elevated Roots carries products from other local and national manufacturers including Coast and Camino.
“Our organization provides a holistic experience to the cannabis consumer,” Jean-Paul said. “We oversee the cultivation of our products from seed to sale, and have partnerships with other Massachusetts licensed cultivators to bring you top tier selections of flower, edibles, concentrates and much more.”
The new Bedford Street showroom features products on display under glass tabletops, tablets to help with shopping, and a pickup counter.
The state’s fledgling cannabis industry has been experiencing growing pains, as the marketplace tries to figure out the appropriate levels of supply, pricing, and the number of retail outlets.
At a top line, Massachusetts consumers bought a record $1.65 billion in cannabis products in 2025, according to the Cannabis Control Commission. That figure however is just $3 million more than 2024, as wholesale prices continue to trend downward. The average price of a gram is currently just over $4; back in 2020 it was more than $14.
According to the Commission, retailers recorded 46.3 million transactions in 2025, or about 7 percent more than in 2024.
A report last fall said 13 retailers had surrendered their licenses in 2025, more than the previous seven years combined. However, the total number of groups licensed to sell, grow, manufacturer, or deliver cannabis products grew in 2025. As of November 2025, there were 416 licenses to operate granted compared to 406 at the same point in 2024, according to Commission statistics.
Jean-Paul said the industry’s ups and downs are to be epxected as the industry matures.
“At Elevated Roots, we see this phase as a necessary reset. It’s pushing the industry to prioritize quality, operational efficiency, compliance, and trust with consumers. Brands and retailers that focus on consistency, education, and value at every price point are the ones earning loyalty, not just transactions,” she said.
“Massachusetts consumers are informed and selective. They expect more, and rightly so. Our approach is to meet that expectation with thoughtfully cultivated products, transparent retail experiences, and a commitment to serving our local communities in a way that’s sustainable for the business and the market overall.”
The town’s cannabis stores had provided Abington with a modest revenue stream, but the total collections have started to decline. In Fiscal Year ’23, the town collected $337,000 in cannabis-related excise taxes. This year, the budget expects just under $211,000.
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