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ThursdayJun 17, 2021 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — New Poll Finds Majority of Americans Support Drug Decriminalization

A recent poll conducted by the Drug Policy Alliance ("DPA") and the American Civil Liberties Union ("ACLU") has found that more than half of the voters in America are in favor of the drug war coming to an end and also support the decriminalization of the simple possession of substances which are presently illegal. The poll was conducted last month and interviewed 800 registered voters. Its results were released just before the 50th anniversary of the declaration of the drug war by former president Richard Nixon, which began a system of mass criminalization, which disproportionately targeted individuals of color. Of…

ThursdayJun 17, 2021 10:05 am

BevCanna Enterprises Inc. (CSE: BEV) (OTCQB: BVNNF) (FSE: 7BC) to Launch TRACE Alkaline and Mineralized Water in U.S. Via New Distribution Partner

Alkaline water is emerging segment in $217.7 billion global bottled water market BevCanna has partnered with leading U.S. inventory and fulfillment technology platform provider for the launch of TRACE alkaline and mineralized waters in the U.S. TRACE is already sold online and at over 3,000 retail locations in Canada, distribution points that will be further increased following separate agreement with top eastern Canada distributor While the COVID-19 pandemic was keeping people on lockdown, the logistics industry was thriving, as consumers became increasingly familiar with shopping from home. At the same time, the premium bottled water industry continues to gain traction…

ThursdayJun 17, 2021 9:00 am

Pure Extracts Technologies Corp. (CSE: PULL) (OTC: PRXTF) (XFRA: A2QJAJ) Commences Production of 1 Gram FSO Vape Cartridges for Canadian Retail Market

Pure Extracts working on innovative, larger capacity cartridge for vape products, destined for Canadian retail market Cartridges to be produced by global manufacturer, will be filled with selection of Pure Extracts’ 30+ proprietary cannabis FSO formulations Move towards larger cartridges follows careful assessment of underlying consumer trends by the Company, finding demand for higher capacity vape cartridges to be particularly strong within provincial markets Pure Extracts Technologies (CSE: PULL) (OTC: PRXTF) (XFRA: A2QJAJ), a plant-based extraction company focused on the cannabis, hemp, functional mushrooms and rapidly emerging psychedelic sector, announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Pure Extracts Manufacturing Corp., has…

ThursdayJun 17, 2021 4:20 am

420 with CNW — NFL Funds Cannabis Research Despite Continued Prohibition Hindering Research

The NFL-NFLPA Committee, which was formed by the players’ union in the National Football League and the NFL, recently revealed its plans to award grants to researchers to facilitate research on the therapeutic potential of CBD, cannabis and other opioid alternatives for pain management. During a press conference held last week, a representative from the Joint Pain Management Committee stated that there were numerous innovative ideas in the psychedelics space, adding that important research needed to be financed. Dr. Kevin Hill, co-chair of the committee, stated that the federal policy unfavorably affected the level of research permitted, given the ongoing…

WednesdayJun 16, 2021 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — How Extractors Keep Microbials, Mold from Cannabis Products

The cannabis industry has been riding high for the past few years, earning billions of dollars as more states have chosen to legalize it for either medical or recreational use — even both. Despite cannabis becoming even more accessible, many consumers don’t stop to think about how much care is taken to ensure the products they see on the shelves are of top quality. Anyone who deals with plant material early on in the supply chain will tell you moisture is enemy number one. With moisture comes mold and microbials, and when it comes to marijuana and hemp extracts, handling and…

WednesdayJun 16, 2021 9:54 am

Golden Triangle Ventures Inc. (GTVH) Finalizes Acquisition of Industrial Hemp, CBD Industry Leader

GTVH completes acquisition of long-time partner Sonder Fulfillment LLC CEO believes acquisition will lead to “one of the most powerful and greatest end-consumer CBD product manufacturers in the entire world” With added resources, Sonder Fulfillment can increase marketing efforts, create new distribution channels and vastly expand international footprint Golden Triangle Ventures (OTC: GTVH), a multifaceted consulting company pursuing ventures in the health, entertainment and technology industries, has completed the acquisition of Sonder Fulfillment LLC (https://cnw.fm/hNv0A). GTVH focuses on purchasing, acquiring or entering joint ventures with high-quality companies that, with GTVH’s support and resources, can develop into unique opportunities, and Sonder Fulfillment…

WednesdayJun 16, 2021 4:20 am

420 with CNW — Congressional Bill Could Enable Researchers to Study Cannabis from Dispensaries

Earlier this week, a congressional committee revealed its plans to vote on a legislation that will enable scientists to study cannabis products from state-legal dispensaries. The 1,200-page legislation, which has been advanced to the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, will allow researchers to carry out research on impaired driving using actual cannabis products that consumers use and purchase. Additionally, it would enable the interstate distribution of marijuana to researchers in jurisdictions that are yet to legalize the plant. This isn’t the first time the bill has been introduced, as an earlier version that had similar cannabis provisions was passed in…

TuesdayJun 15, 2021 4:20 pm

420 with CNW — AI Could Help Despite Shortage of Cannabis Data

Even though cannabis has been legal for either medical or recreational use in several states for years now, its status as a classified drug at the federal level has been a constant thorn in the state-legal cannabis industry's side. Not only has this made navigating the business and financial world extremely challenging for cannabis businesses, but it has made any sort of research into cannabis nearly impossible. With the young cannabis sector growing bigger every year, the lack of scientific data on marijuana poses a major problem, especially in regards to medical cannabis. Cannabis produces more than 100 compounds called…

TuesdayJun 15, 2021 1:19 pm

XPhyto Therapeutics Corp. (CSE: XPHY) (OTCQB: XPHYF) (FSE: 4XT) Commences Sale of Rapid COVID-19 RT-PCR Test Kits in Germany Amid Potential Surge in Demand

XPhyto’s distribution, storage, and logistics partner, Max Pharma GmbH, began the sale and delivery of its rapid test kits (Covid-ID Labs) in Germany on May 25 Max Pharma will sell Covid-ID Labs at volume-dependent pricing comparable to other COVID-19 PCR test products on the market The announcement comes as Germany reopens, meaning XPhyto is likely to benefit from a raft of regulatory requirements instituted by the government, which could potentially increase demand The Covid-ID Labs is both fast and accurate, factors that could make it the go-to product, given the inaccuracies and low sensitivity of many rapid antigen tests As…

TuesdayJun 15, 2021 9:00 am

Hero Technologies Inc. (HENC) Acquisition Includes Proprietary Technology, Positions Company in Aeroponics Space

HENC acquired majority stake in BlackBox Systems and Technologies LLC late last year Aeroponics is a method of growing plants in an environment with no soil HENC’s exclusive aeroponics technology provides optimal conditions to enhance photosynthesis, cultivation of large flowering plants A strategic acquisition by Hero Technologies (OTC: HENC) last year has made the company a clear contender in the cannabis aeroponics cultivation space. In November 2020, HENC executed an acquisition and operating agreement resulting in the company acquiring a majority stake in BlackBox Systems and Technologies LLC, an aeroponic cannabis cultivation system that uses proprietary technology (https://cnw.fm/EHjNn). Aeroponics, or a…

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