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TuesdayMar 05, 2019 10:09 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – The Green Organic Dutchman Holdings Ltd. (TSX: TGOD) (OTCQX: TGODF) Announces Receipt of Second Organic Certification at Hamilton Facility

Cannabis-focused research and development company the Green Organic Dutchman Holdings (TSX: TGOD) (OTCQX: TGODF) this morning announced its receipt of an organic certification from Pro-cert Organic Systems Ltd. Pro-cert is one of North America's foremost certification bodies and the second certification body to endorse TGOD's organic process at its Hamilton facility. The company is committed to the highest standards of organic cultivation, and grows its cannabis in soil, without irradiation or the use of synthetic fertilizers, herbicides or pesticides. “Certified-organic provides consumers with the best cannabis experience, and the entire TGOD organization is committed to that standard,” TGODF Director and…

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TuesdayMar 05, 2019 9:26 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – VIVO Cannabis Inc. (TSX.V: VIVO) (OTCQX: VVCIF) Subsidiary Launches New Online Medical Cannabis Store

VIVO Cannabis (TSX.V: VIVO) (OTCQX: VVCIF) through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Canna Farms Limited, this morning announced the launch of Canna Farms' integrated online medical cannabis website. As one of the largest online platforms for medical cannabis users across Canada, the store offers products from various cultivators including offerings from the Beacon Medical(TM) and Canna Farms(TM) brands. With more than 40 different cannabis strains and 100 different SKUs, the site is available immediately to registered medical cannabis patients.  In addition, VIVO also announced that Daniel Laflamme has been appointed as Chief Operations Officer of the company. Laflamme will continue his role…

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MondayMar 04, 2019 1:01 pm

CannabisNewsBreaks – TransCanna Holdings Inc. (CSE: TCAN) (FSE: TH8) Expands Leadership Team

TransCanna Holdings (CSE: TCAN) (FSE: TH8) recently announced the appointment of Arni Johannson as president. Johannson’s experience includes over 30 years operating and investing in both private and publicly traded companies throughout Canada and the U.S. During his career, he has been involved in numerous successful exits across multiple sectors and has served on more than 20 corporate boards. “Once we presented TransCanna's vision to Arni he immediately understood the potential, and agreed to not only be a director, but also President of the company,” TransCannna CEO Jim Pakulis said in the news release. “I firmly believe his operating knowledge…

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MondayMar 04, 2019 9:51 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – Wildflower Brands Inc. (CSE: SUN) (OTCQB: WLDFF) Announces Tenth Consecutive Quarter of Revenue Growth

Vancouver-based Wildflower Brands Inc. (CSE: SUN) (OTCQB: WLDFF) this morning announced results from its fiscal second quarter, which marked its tenth consecutive quarter of revenue growth. Per the update, the company recorded Q2 sales of more than $1.4 million, up from $1 million in the first quarter. This increase was consistent across all sources, with the company’s largest sales growth stemming from sales to other retailers throughout the United States. To view the full press release, visit http://cnw.fm/PP5b7 About Wildflower Brands Wildflower Brands is a company headquartered in Vancouver building reputable brands and quality products that incorporate the synergistic effects…

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MondayMar 04, 2019 9:30 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – ChineseInvestors.com Inc. (CIIX) Announces Appointment of New CFO

ChineseInvestors.com Inc. (OTCQB: CIIX), a premier provider of financial news and education for the Chinese-speaking community, this morning announced the appointment of Patrick Leung as its new chief financial officer, effective March 1, 2019. Per the update, Leung comes to CIIX from Kirin Group Holdings Limited, where he served as the executive director and company secretary. In total, Leung has more than two decades of experience in the public sector, serving in various executive and directorial roles at a number of companies listed on the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong and Nasdaq. “We are delighted to appoint Mr. Leung as…

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FridayMar 01, 2019 11:20 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – New Jersey Senator Cory Booker Introduces Federal Marijuana Legalization Bill

Legislation was introduced on Thursday to bring the federal prohibition of marijuana to an end by New Jersey Democratic Senator Cory Booker. The bill was co-sponsored by a group of US Senators including Elizabeth Warren, Kirsten Gillibrand, Bernie Sanders, Kamala Harris, Ron Wyden, Jeff Merkley and Michael Benne. The legislation was highlighted in an article authored by Gregg Re on Fox News titled ‘Cory Booker, other 2020 Dem presidential hopefuls introduce federal marijuana legalization bill’. The timing of the proposed legislation is ideal. According to a Fox News poll from 2018, 59 percent of voters support legalizing marijuana, while only…

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FridayMar 01, 2019 9:40 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – The Flowr Corporation (TSX.V: FLWR) (OTC: FLWPF) Hires Celebrated Canadian Chef Ryan Reed to Develop Signature Premium Edibles

Canadian Licensed Producer of premium cannabis products the Flowr Corporation (TSX.V: FLWR) (OTC: FLWPF) today announced that it has hired celebrated Canadian Chef Ryan Reed to develop signature edible cannabis products for the Flowr brand. Victoria's 2011 Chef of the Year, and a past winner of Iron Chef and Chopped, Reed will collaborate closely with Flowr's R&D Team to research and develop high-quality edibles to target the needs of a premium client. The company expects the unique, gourmet products will be available for purchase following anticipated legalization of edibles and infused products in Q4 2019. “The hiring of Chef Reed…

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FridayMar 01, 2019 9:19 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – Youngevity International Inc. (NASDAQ: YGYI) Subsidiary Secures 45-Acre Tract of Land in Central Florida

Leading omni-direct lifestyle company Youngevity International (NASDAQ: YGYI) announced on Thursday that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Khrysos Industries, has closed on a 45-acre area of land in Central Florida. The multi-purpose site will hold a 5-acre greenhouse, a research and development (“R&D”) facility committed to hemp plant genetic research, a post processing tolling facility, and 20 acres of farmable land for future use. In addition, the company has leased an 8,800 square foot facility in Central Florida to serve as the assembly, manufacturing, and production facility for Khrysos' one-ton Hyper Supercritical extraction systems. “This is an exciting time for Khrysos Industries…

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ThursdayFeb 28, 2019 12:44 pm

CannabisNewsBreaks – Plus Products Inc. (CSE: PLUS) (OTCQB: PLPRF) Announces Closing of C$25M Private Placement

Leading California edibles manufacturer Plus Products (CSE: PLUS) (OTCQB: PLPRF) today announced its closing on the best efforts private placement with Canaccord Genuity Corp., as lead agent, together with a syndicate of agents, for 25,000 company units, each at a C$1,000 price, for gross proceeds of C$25,000,000. Per the update, Gotham Green Partners and Stable Road Capital were two of the lead investors in the private placement. The company intends to use proceeds from the offering for working capital and other general corporate purposes. “We are thankful for the support we have received from our past investors, and from new…

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ThursdayFeb 28, 2019 12:24 pm

CannabisNewsBreaks – Jefferies Analyst Initiates Coverage on The Flowr Corporation (TSX.V: FLWR) (OTC: FLWPF)

Canadian Licensed Producer of premium cannabis products the Flowr Corporation (TSX.V: FLWR) (OTC: FLWPF) was recently highlighted in an article by Barron’s titled ‘5 Marijuana Stocks to Buy — and 2 to Avoid, According to an Analyst’ authored by Bill Alpert. According to the article, Jefferies, a diversified financial services company, initiated coverage of Canadian marijuana producers on Monday and gave Flowr a “Buy” rating. Owen Bennett, the Jefferies analyst, reports that cannabis will not fall into the pattern of normal agricultural commodities that see major price drops from oversupply. Moreover, Bennett believes that premium cannabis won’t be commoditized and…

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