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TuesdayJun 11, 2019 10:00 am

Looking Ahead to the Action from the Cannabis Drinks Expo in San Francisco

High-profile event for cannabis industry coming to California in July 2019 SAN FRANCISCO, JUNE 11, 2019 -- via CannabisNewsWire -- On July 25, San Francisco is going to become the center of the U.S. cannabis industry, as hundreds of individuals involved in the development, production, distribution and retailing of cannabis drinks and related alcoholic beverages make their way to California for the first-ever Cannabis Drinks Expo. The conference, which is intended to help participants unlock new opportunities in the fast-growing U.S. cannabis industry, will include a full day of panel discussions, Q&A sessions, and speaker presentations from some of the…

TuesdayJun 11, 2019 9:55 am

Organigram Holdings Inc. (TSX.V: OGI) (NASDAQ: OGI) Announces C$15M Investment Commitment in Infused Chocolate Production Facility

Anticipating Canadian legalization of adult-use cannabis edibles in October 2019, Organigram recently announced a C$15 million investment commitment in a high-speed, high-capacity, fully automated chocolate line Production capacity is expected to be about 4 million kilograms per year of exceptional chocolate cannabis edibles The company’s chocolate launch is being led by a product development and production team with more than 25 years of combined chocolate experience and expertise Canada is drawing closer to the legalization of edibles and derivative products, which is expected to occur this fall. As noted by Green Entrepreneur, edibles are expected to increase to 12-14 percent…

TuesdayJun 11, 2019 9:00 am

Demand for CBD Places Power in Hands of Extraction Providers

CannabisNewsWire Editorial Coverage: Extraction technology plays a crucial part in the production of cannabidiol (CBD) from hemp. Sugarmade Inc. (OTCQB: SGMD) (SGMD Profile), a company already established in the hydroponic equipment business, is making plans to add extraction technology to its repertoire. Canopy Growth Corporation (NYSE: CGC) (TSX: WEED) has been researching new medical applications for CBD and related chemicals — medicines for which extraction will be critical. KushCo Holdings Inc. (OTCQX: KSHB) has moved from providing support services to CBD-related companies to running its own store and has recently bolstered its leadership team for further growth. Harvest Health &…

TuesdayJun 11, 2019 9:00 am

Dramatically Improved Delivery Systems Promise More Effective Cannabis Treatments

CannabisNewsWire Editorial Coverage: Experiments with next-generation delivery systems appear certain to lead to better cannabis-based products. Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (CSE: LXX) (OTCQX: LXRP) (LXRP Profile) has recently seen spectacular improvements in the effectiveness of cannabinoids thanks to its proprietary chemical delivery treatment. GW Pharmaceuticals Plc (NASDAQ: GWPH) (OTC: GWPRF), which has won widespread praise for its innovative medical work, has seen good trial results for a new treatment for seizures. Tilray Inc. (NASDAQ: TLRY) is supporting studies into the uses of cannabinoids to treat behavioral problems and HIV. MariMed Inc. (OTCQB: MRMD) has set up a subsidiary focused on CBD,…

TuesdayJun 11, 2019 4:20 am

420 with CNW – New Technologies Offer Solutions to Cannabis Dosing Challenges

One of the biggest issues that has stood in the way of medical marijuana patients and healthcare professionals has been the challenge of how to determine the precise dosage to be administered in order to attain the required therapeutic effects. Additionally, it has been hard to find cannabis products whose potency is uniform in order to trigger repeatable outcomes in patients. To compound matters even further, CBD normally brings therapeutic effects at a certain specific concentration. Anything greater or lower than that optimum level reduces its efficacy. The marijuana industry has responded to these challenges by getting more clinical and…

MondayJun 10, 2019 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – First Cannabis Charity Launches in Canada

Hope for Health, a Toronto-based charity, has been launched as the first cannabis charity registered by the Canadian government. The charity is registered in the category of organizations whose intention is the “advancement of education.” Hope for Health says it aims to enable patients to manage their health effectively while also giving them the autonomy to choose which cannabis products and cannabis producers to deal with. The charity kick-started its operations amidst fears that medical marijuana patients are getting reduced attention as more attention is directed towards the recreational market. This is seen in the rising medical marijuana product prices.…

MondayJun 10, 2019 12:09 pm

Plus Products Inc. (CSE: PLUS) (OTCQX: PLPRF) Releases Q1 Results, Begins Trading on OTCQX Best Market

The company maintains the top two best-selling edible cannabis products in California Plus is working to make cannabis safe and approachable for all The company recently reported a 4.9 percent increase in sales over Q4 2018, bringing Q1 2019 retail sales to $10.84 million Plus recently commenced trading on the OTCQX Best Market Plus Products Inc. (CSE: PLUS) (OTCQX: PLPRF) recently released its unaudited first quarter 2019 results (http://cnw.fm/CxBl2). As the edibles’ share of the cannabis market continues to grow, PLUS is well positioned to lead the way in the branded products space. The company is one of the fastest-growing brands…

MondayJun 10, 2019 11:47 am

Nabis Holdings (CSE: NAB) (OTC: INNPF) (FRA: 71P) Purchases Key Assets, Continues Aggressive Expansion

Innovative Properties officially changed its name to Nabis Holdings Inc. Nabis Holdings continues to pursue investment in high-performing operators in the cannabis industry The company purchased assets from PDT Technologies to expand its production and licensing capabilities Nabis Holdings (CSE: NAB) (OTC: INNPF) (FRA: 71P), a Canadian investment company pursuing interests in high-quality cash-flow assets in real estate, securities, cryptocurrency and all branches of the cannabis sector, has undergone a name change. Nabis Holdings will continue its focus on strategic revenue generation by investing in successful vertically integrated operators. Effective May 6, 2019, the company formerly known as Innovative Properties…

MondayJun 10, 2019 11:22 am

Hemptown USA Leveraging Leading Genetics to Increase Yields and Expand into Novel Cannabinoids

Hemp seed genetics are critical to hemp farming success Cannabigerol (CBG) is emerging as a valuable cannabinoid with multiple potential health benefits Hemptown USA is growing one million rare cannabigerol-dominant plants designed to yield up to one million pounds of CBG biomass High quality seeds are a key prerequisite for growing healthy, strong cannabis plants. The right seeds can deliver the right cannabinoid profile, increase resilience and help for achieving sufficiently sustainable yields. Companies like Hemptown USA are pioneers in the farming of novel cannabinoid strains in addition to cannabidiol (CBD). In 2019, the company acquired $5.5 million worth of…

MondayJun 10, 2019 10:57 am

ChineseInvestors.com Inc. (CIIX) Projects Continued Revenue Growth for FY2020

CIIX CEO Warren Wang’s FY2020 projections are driven by forecasts of increased sales of CBD and planned merger/acquisition activities in Asian markets CIIX is also exploring retail space and expanding targeted advertising CIIX’s core revenue source is educational services for the Chinese-speaking investment community, including websites, radio and TV ChineseInvestors.com Inc. (OTCQB: CIIX) CEO Warren Wang projects that the company’s sales will reach $11-12 million in FY2020, the 12 months ending in May 2020. Wang made the projection in a wide-ranging interview on the Redchip Money Report with host Dave Gentry, broadcast on YouTube (http://cnw.fm/fM0Gk). While CBD plays an important role…