CannabisNewsBreaks

ThursdayFeb 27, 2020 1:07 pm

CannabisNewsBreaks – WeedMD Inc.’s (TSX.V: WMD) (OTCQX: WDDMF) (FSE: 4WE) Starseed is Preferred Medical Cannabis Supplier to Insulators Local 95 Health & Welfare Trust Fund

WeedMD (TSX-V: WMD) (OTCQX: WDDMF) (FSE: 4WE), a federally-licensed producer and distributor of medical-grade cannabis, on Wednesday announced that its subsidiary, Starseed Medicinal Inc., is now the preferred medical cannabis supplier to the Insulators Local 95 Health & Welfare Trust Fund. According to the update, the agreement provides union members and their dependents access to medical cannabis as an insured benefit with no out-of-pocket costs or co-pays. “Starseed’s unique and proprietary program is rapidly becoming the platform of choice for benefits providers, insurers and their members looking to seamlessly add medical cannabis in a responsible way,” WeedMD CEO Angelo Tsebelis…

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ThursdayFeb 27, 2020 9:32 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – GP Solutions, Inc. (GWPD) Offers Safe Alternative to Traditional Potting Soils

GP Solutions (OTC: GWPD), the developer of “GrowPods” – controlled environment automated micro-farms, on Wednesday announced that its signature growth medium, Prolific, is an excellent substitute to other regularly used potting soils. Following the recent untimely death of an avid gardener who was diagnosed with Legionnaires' disease after encountering contaminated soil, the safety of potting soils has been examined. According to recent article on CNN.com, potting mix is known to carry harmful bacteria and fungi. Prolific, however, is a unique, bio-active soilless growth medium that contains no human and sewage waste. The reusable growth medium contains the finest quality ingredients,…

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WednesdayFeb 26, 2020 10:17 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – Choom(TM) Holdings Inc. (CSE: CHOO) (OTCQB: CHOOF) Announces Opening of Next Licensed Cannabis Retail Store in Calgary, Alberta

Choom(TM) (CSE: CHOO) (OTCQB: CHOOF), one of Canada's leading recreational cannabis retailers, on Tuesday announced the opening of its next licensed cannabis retail store in Calgary, AB. The store, opening in the bedroom community of Shawcliffe, is Choom’s first retail store to open in Calgary, as well as its 14th store in Alberta and 15th location in Canada. “We are very pleased to be opening our first location in the City of Calgary,” Choom CEO Corey Gillon said in the news release. “This new location is another example of the continued commitment to our growth strategy and the vision of…

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TuesdayFeb 25, 2020 10:22 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – Youngevity International Inc.’s (NASDAQ: YGYI) CLR Roasters Forges New Distribution Partnership with Prestigious Distributor Krasdale Foods

Youngevity International (NASDAQ: YGYI), a multi-channel lifestyle company operating in three distinct business segments, today announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary CLR Roasters has forged a new distribution partnership with prestigious distributor Krasdale Foods. In the business for over 100 years, Krasdale Foods distributes over 12,000 grocery item SKUs, services over 2500 retail locations and its geographic footprint includes NYC and metro areas in New York, as well as New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island. Krasdale Foods plans to begin distribution of Café La Rica next month, with, in the first week of March, an initial stocking order of…

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TuesdayFeb 25, 2020 10:12 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – Sugarmade, Inc. (SGMD) and Budcars Significantly Increase Cannabis Delivery Reach in Northern California

Sugarmade (OTCQB: SGMD), together with cannabis delivery service Budcars, this morning announced a substantial expansion of cannabis delivery services within the Sacramento metropolitan area. The expansion will include adding the communities of Granite Bay, Folsom, Arden Arcade, Carmichael, Citrus Heights, Orangevale, and Roseville/Rocklin this week. “The investment in Budcars and this geographic expansion are just the start of Sugarmade’s moves into California’s regulated cannabis marketplace. With the significant turmoil in California’s cannabis marketplace occurring over the past year and the resulting industry shakeout, we are seeing a host of very attractive investment opportunities. We feel Sugarmade’s capital structure is conducive…

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FridayFeb 21, 2020 10:41 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – SinglePoint, Inc. (SING) CEO Discusses Revenue Numbers on MoneyTV with Donald Baillargeon

SinglePoint (OTCQB: SING) was featured on this week’s episode of MoneyTV with Donald Baillargeon. The internationally syndicated program covers money-focused topics, featuring various companies and in-depth interviews with CEOs and executives that offer insights into operations and future outlooks. MoneyTV is viewed in over 200 million households in more than 75 countries. Among other highlights from this week’s program, SinglePoint CEO Greg Lambrecht reviewed the company’s revenue numbers, reiterating, from a recent press release, that its revenues were up 190% from last year. “Again, this company is definitely going in the right direction as far as revenues and profit,” Lambrecht…

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ThursdayFeb 20, 2020 1:37 pm

CannabisNewsBreaks – O’Cannabiz Conference Adds Key Focus on Retail with Introduction of the Retail Zone

This year’s O’Cannabiz Conference and Expo includes a key focus on retail, with the O’Cannabiz Retail Zone a highlight of the upcoming event slated to take place at Toronto’s International Centre from April 23­25, 2020.  Featuring two full days of education and 20,000 square feet of dedicated expo space, the O’Cannabiz Retail Zone offers an unparalleled opportunity to dive deep into the retail potential of the cannabis space. The Retail Zone also includes several workshops and panel discussions covering best practices on inventory management, the capabilities of technology to transform the cannabis in-store experience, as well as many other subjects…

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ThursdayFeb 20, 2020 12:12 pm

CannabisNewsBreaks – Sugarmade, Inc. (SGMD) Announces Growth Strategy, Eyes Strong Opportunities in Delivery Services, Manufacturing via Co-Branding and Selective Genetic Cultivation

Sugarmade (OTCQB: SGMD) today released statements from its Chief Executive Officer, Jimmy Chan, relating to the company’s growth strategy within the regulated California cannabis marketplace. “The regulated cannabis market in California is changing quickly with new investment and operational opportunities opening as acceptance grows among the public, as the industry moves past its initial growth stage and as the crackdown on black market operators continues,” Chan said in the news release. “Several market sectors where prospects looked bleak only a few months ago now hold strong promise. It is in these areas where we are targeting our investing activities. In…

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ThursdayFeb 20, 2020 11:20 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – LiveWire Ergogenics Inc. (LVVV) Releases Shareholder Update

LiveWire Ergogenics (OTC: LVVV), a company focused on acquiring special purpose real estate properties conducive to discovering and developing cannabinoid products for the health and wellness industry to improve life performance, today released a letter to shareholders. In the letter, LiveWire Ergogenics Chairman and CEO Bill Hodson discussed the forecast for 2020 as a year of significant growth in total cannabis sales and provided updates surrounding the company’s Estrella Ranch “Estate Grown Weedery,” as well as other corporate initiatives. “With the demand for pure, organically grown, legal and thoroughly tested cannabis products growing rapidly, we expect the high-quality, handcrafted product…

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ThursdayFeb 20, 2020 10:04 am

CannabisNewsBreaks – The Green Organic Dutchman Holdings Ltd. (TSX: TGOD) (OTCQX: TGODF) Receives Prestigious COTA Award for Leadership in Organic Farming

The Green Organic Dutchman Holdings (TSX: TGOD) (OTCQX: TGODF), a leading producer of premium, certified-organic cannabis, today announced its receipt of the prestigious Leadership in Organic Farming Award from the Canada Organic Trade Association ("COTA"). According to the update, these awards are given to industry leaders displaying exceptional leadership through involvement in advancing Canada's organic sector. “TGOD was born from a bold vision, building the global leader in certified organic cannabis,” TGOD CEO. Brian Athaide said in the news release. “Receiving this award validates the hard work and dedication of the team at TGOD and speaks to our promise of…

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