Originally posted by the Voice of America. Voice of America content is produced by the Voice of America, a United States federal government-sponsored entity, and is in the public domain. Entrepreneurs Cash In on Colorado's Legal Pot Crop by Paula Vargas The legalization of marijuana in Colorado has led to commercial success that surprised even the most optimistic supporters. Since the state expanded regulation of medical marijuana in 2014 to include its recreational use, businesses, sales and tax receipts from the newly sanctioned pot industry have blossomed, reaching nearly $700 million last year. Paula Vargas reports. __________________________________________________________________ [1]http://www.voanews.com/media/video/entrepreneurs-cash-in-on-colorado -legal-pot-crop/2689657.html References 1. http://www.voanews.com/media/video/entrepreneurs-cash-in-on-colorado-legal-pot-crop/2689657.html