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ThursdayJul 25, 2019 11:12 am

Grapefruit Boulevard Investments Inc. (IGNG) to Acquire Premier Retail Dispensaries in Expanding California Cannabis Marketplace

Grapefruit has entered into a letter of intent with Dogwood Management Group Inc. to acquire and manage retail dispensaries in Northern and Southern California The company recently commenced retail sales of its first Grapefruit brand of cannabis-infused edible gummies under the trade name Sugar Stoned® Grapefruit is preparing to introduce more cannabis-infused offerings, including its new wellness and lifestyle brands line of CBD and THC mixed vaporizer cartridges, in Q3 2019 Parent company Imaging3 Inc. plans to change its ticker symbol and corporate name in order to better reflect Grapefruit’s branding across its platforms Grapefruit Boulevard Investments Inc., a California…

ThursdayJul 25, 2019 10:33 am

Plus Products Inc. (CSE: PLUS) (OTCQX: PLPRF) Committed to Product Consistency, Quality for Cannabis Edibles Brand

PLUS Uplift and Restore products ranked as the two best-selling cannabis edibles in California in terms of both dollars and units sold Plus Products has expanded into Nevada through a definitive agreement with TapRoot Holdings Inc. Projections estimate that Nevada will surpass $700 million in cannabis sales by 2020 Plus Products Inc. (CSE: PLUS) (OTCQX: PLPRF), a manufacturer and marketer of cannabis food products, is committed to ensuring the consistency of its products as it expands and sees continued success in the industry. PLUS co-founder and CEO Jake Heimark recently reiterated the company’s commitment to maintaining quality and consistency in…

ThursdayJul 25, 2019 10:06 am

Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (CSE: LXX) (OTCQX: LXRP) Agreement Increases Reach of Ingested Cannabis Absorption Technology

Cannabis users have historically preferred to inhale smoke from the burned plant in order to achieve rapid-onset absorption of its properties, but Lexaria Bioscience is making it possible to achieve similar results through oral ingestion Lexaria’s revolutionary DehydraTECH technology allows cannabis users to eliminate the unhealthy effects of smoking from their routines, and the product is being tested with nicotine as well Cannabis-infused edibles sales are expected to climb from about $1 billion currently to about $4.1 billion by 2022 Consumable bioactive product innovator Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (CSE: LXX) (OTCQX: LXRP) will expand the reach of its revolutionary DehydraTECH technology…

ThursdayJul 25, 2019 4:20 am

420 with CNW – Michigan Caregivers Grow More than a Million Marijuana Plants

The registered medical marijuana caregivers in Michigan are authorized to grow more than a million cannabis plants, according to state statistics. This information is crucial as the state transitions from a purely medical cannabis program to one that embraces the recreational use of the drug by adults. Even if the state accelerates the process by which new commercial growers are licensed, it is unlikely that any of those licensees will have harvested, processed and distributed their marijuana crop at the time recreational sales are launched. In August 2017, Andrew Brisbo, the Director of the Bureau of Medical Marijuana Regulation stated…

WednesdayJul 24, 2019 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – Study Looks at How Marijuana Extracts Can Kill Cancer Cells

A recent study shows that cannabis extracts can impair the survival of some types of cancer cells and also inhibit their spread. However, the effects of the cannabis extracts vary according to the chemical profile of the extracts used, the researchers discovered. The team of researchers found that the results of using just one compound of cannabis, such as THC, to kill cancer cells wasn’t as promising as using full-spectrum cannabis extracts. Since marijuana has hundreds of compounds whose concentration varies from one preparation or marijuana strain to another, it was difficult to determine which particular combination of compounds had…

WednesdayJul 24, 2019 1:50 pm

Plus Products Inc. (CSE: PLUS) (OTCQX: PLPRF) Launches Microdosing Mints, Evaluates Acquisition

Plus Products is benefiting from new opportunities to expand its consumer base through the microdosing movement The company is moving toward establishing itself as a leading brand in the international market PLUS is exploring a rare opportunity to simultaneously improve quality control, cut costs and grow revenues through possible acquisition Cannabis-infused products manufacturer Plus Products Inc. (CSE: PLUS) (OTCQX: PLPRF) is creating edibles to support a health and active lifestyle for both new and veteran consumers. Drawing from more than 40 years of experience in food manufacturing, the company makes edibles from scratch using only the highest-quality extracts and kosher…

WednesdayJul 24, 2019 1:01 pm

Earth Science Tech Inc. (ETST) Stock Evaluated by InvestorPlace Analyst

ETST stock recently caught the attention of InvestorPlace analyst Mark Putrino Putrino noted in an article that ETST stock stands out, because the company’s management team and advisory board exhibit impressive business experience ETST was listed in the InvestorPlace article as “one of seven potential stocks to buy” Earth Science Tech Inc. (OTCQB: ETST) was named in an InvestorPlace article by Mark Putrino as one of ‘7 Marijuana Penny Stocks I May Buy’, in large part because of the extensive business and industry experience of ETST’s executive team and advisory board (http://cnw.fm/AE4q4). ETST is a biotech company focused on the nutraceutical…

WednesdayJul 24, 2019 12:37 pm

VPR Brands LP (VPRB) Updates Product, Increases Exposure

VPR Brands continues to invest in inventory and new products in an effort to keep up with increased demand and promote year-over-year gains The company recently updated its best-selling battery, ELF VPRB is expanding exposure to thousands of stores, increasing convenience and approachability for retailers Innovative technology holding company VPR Brands LP (OTC: VPRB) is making a name for itself in the vaping market through product development and partnerships with top international brands. VPRB is focused on offering high-performance, high-quality products that bring value to partners, consumers and investors. Through the leadership of its experienced management team, VPRB has pivoted…

WednesdayJul 24, 2019 12:19 pm

10 Things You Never Knew About Cannabis Roots

No part of the cannabis plant is useless. While the buds and leaves usually take center stage, it turns out there are more to the roots than what many of us assumed. In fact, people have been incorporating cannabis roots into medicine for thousands of years. Check out these 10 things you probably never knew about cannabis roots! #1) Long history of medicinal usage The first recorded use of cannabis root as medicine dates back to roughly 2700 BCE in the Pên Ts’ao ching. Translated as The Classic of Herbal Medicine, this ancient Chinese text by the Emperor Shen-nung mentions that…

WednesdayJul 24, 2019 11:52 am

Golden Developing Solutions Inc. (DVLP) Achieves Fully Reporting Status, Reports Revenue Growth

In March 2019, DVLP reported an 800 percent year-over-year increase in monthly revenue DVLP’s growth strategy includes key acquisitions, such as that of Infusionz LLC, a manufacturer of CBD products DVLP’s Form 10 Registration Statement, filed with the SEC, became effective July 1 Golden Developing Solutions Inc. (OTC: DVLP) is showing exponential growth with its multitiered strategy working in the CBD, hemp and cannabis spaces. The strategy includes a diverse focus on online product sales, acquisitions, manufacturing, product branding and plans for the development of a 25,000-square-foot production facility in Denver, Colorado (http://cnw.fm/cK9MG). DVLP has developed a multifaceted strategy to become…