BATON ROUGE, LA, Feb. 22, 2018 /Weed Wire/ – Southern University is currently in the process of finalizing its contract with Lafayette based Advanced Biomedics, LLC as the University’s medical marijuana cultivation and production facility operator.
Tag Archives: Production
Tabled in Parliament the Draft Law: Provisions for Finished Products Production Cannabis Pharmacy
ATHENS, Greece, Feb. 7, 2018 /Weed Wire/ — Tabled today in Parliament the Draft Law “Provisions for the Production of Finished Products Pharmacy Hemp” which regulates the field of production, control and distribution of formulations containing pharmaceutical cannabis in order to promote productive investment in this sector and generate development benefits to the economy and the State.
Statement from Health Canada: Physical Security Requirements for Producers of Cannabis for Medical Purposes
OTTAWA, Ontario, Jan. 25, 2018 /Weed Wire/ – Health Canada is introducing two targeted changes to the physical security requirements under the Access to Cannabis for Medical Purposes Regulations (ACMPR) that must be respected by licensed producers (LP) of cannabis for medical purposes.
Weed Wars: California County Fights Illegal Marijuana
US Attorney General Jeff Sessions has announced prosecutors are prepared to challenge states that have legalised cannabis. But in some, like California, the battle over its production is raging on.
GOP Senator Offers Bill to Legalize Marijuana in Kentucky
A member of the Republican leadership team in the Kentucky Senate has introduced a bill aimed at legalizing marijuana.
Tree of Life Seeds Launches CBD Product Line with Arkansas in Sights
LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Jan. 10, 2018 /Weed Wire/ — Tree of Life Seeds, Inc., an Arkansas-owned, premium hemp genetics company based in Colorado, has launched a full line of hemp oil CBD products and is planning to bring production facilities to Arkansas.
Australia to Permit Medicinal Cannabis Exports in Bid to Capture Market
Australia said on Thursday it planned to become the fourth country in the world to legalise medicinal marijuana exports in a bid to score a piece of the estimated $55 billion global market.
20 South Carolina Farmers Selected to Grow Hemp for Research Pilot Program
Out of 131 applicants, only 20 South Carolina farmers have been selected to grow hemp for the state’s research pilot program.
Provincial Government Enters Into Agreement with Canopy Growth Corporation on Supply and Production of Cannabis
ST. JOHNS, Newfoundland and Labrador, Dec. 08, 2017 /Weed Wire/ — The Provincial Government today announced it has entered into an agreement with Canopy Growth Corporation for the supply and production of cannabis in the province.
Friday Night Inc. Signs Production Agreement with Nevada Dispensary
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Dec. 6, 2017 /Weed Wire/ – Friday Night Inc. (Friday Night) (CSE: TGIF) (FWB: 1QF) (OTC: TGIFF) is pleased to announce that Alternative Medicine Association (“AMA”) has signed a production contract to produce high-grade concentrates for a major dispensary chain in Nevada.
Tomorrow: Arkansas Cannabis Industry Association and Imperious Expo Bring the Cannabis Industry to Little Rock for Ark-La-Tex Cannabis Business Expo
LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Dec. 5, 2017 /Weed Wire/ – The cannabis industry comes to the Statehouse Convention Center in Little Rock, Arkansas tomorrow for the state’s first-ever cannabis trade show.
Roll Bros
Roll Bros is an Oregon-based professional joint rolling company focused on expert production of 1/2 gram pre-rolls. OLCC licensees provide the flower and Roll Bros provides the cones, averaging an on-site production of 200 joints per hour.
Working Group to Host Business of Cannabis Information Gathering Session
KAHNAWAKE, QUEBEC, Nov. 27, 2017 /Weed Wire/ — The Mohawk Council of Kahnawàke wishes to advise persons who are considering opportunities in the licensed production and/or distribution of legal Cannabis that a special information gathering session is being held on Wednesday, 6, Tsothóhrha/December 2017.
The World’s Largest Marijuana Stock Has Investors Seeing Green
Not surprisingly, Canadian pot stocks have been the top performers of late, with Canopy Growth Corp. (NASDAQOTH:TWMJF), the now-largest marijuana stock in the world by market cap, leading the charge.
Supreme Commences Production in New Flowering Rooms
TORONTO, Ontario, Nov. 7, 2017 /Weed Wire/ — Supreme Pharmaceuticals Inc. (“Supreme” or the “Company”) (TSXV: FIRE) is pleased to announce 7ACRES has commenced production in the newly constructed flowering rooms recently approved by Health Canada.
South Carolina Hemp Stigma Fades as Scores Apply for Production Permits
The production of South Carolina hemp is a step closer as more than 120 farmers signed up to grow the crop here.
Khiron First Company to be Fully Licensed for High and Low THC Medical Cannabis in Colombia
TORONTO, Ontario, Oct. 23, 2017 /Weed Wire/ — Khiron Life Sciences Corp. reports that further to its press release dated September 26, 2017, the Company’s wholly owned subsidiary, Khiron Colombia SAS, has been granted all the licences required for the cultivation, production, domestic distribution and international export of both low and high tetrahydrocannabinol (“THC”) medical cannabis in the country of Colombia.
Why Recreational Weed in California Could Cost More
Folks in the cannabis industry fear that cultivation, production and retail regulations could drive up the price of weed just when consumers are able to buy in stores without a doctor’s recommendation.
Manitoba Looks to Private Sector to Help Roll Out Marijuana
Manitoba is studying whether to involve the private sector in rolling out sales of marijuana in the Canadian province — a contrast to Ontario’s plan to sell the drug in government-run stores.
Niagara College to Offer Canada’s First Postsecondary Credential in Commercial Cannabis Production
NIAGRA FALLS, Ontario, Sept. 19, 2017 /Weed Wire/ — Responding to a need for skilled graduates who are knowledgeable in the complex regulations and requirements of an emerging industry, Niagara College will launch a Graduate Certificate program in Commercial Cannabis Production in 2018.
MCK Announces Moratorium on Cannabis Distribution in Kahnawake
In response to the upcoming legalization of marijuana in Canada in 2018, the Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke (MCK) announced today that, effective immediately, it has declared a Moratorium on the production, distribution and sale of cannabis within the Territory until such time as the community adopts its own regulations on the matter.
Aphria Inc. CEO Calls on Cannabis Companies to Disclose, Improve Cash Costs
The chief executive of licensed marijuana producer Aphria Inc. is calling on his competitors to disclose and reduce their production costs well in advance of the coming legal recreational market.
Cuomo Signs $10M for Hemp, as Ontario Prepares for Marijuana Legalization
Gov. Andrew Cuomo has signed legislation that aims to boost hemp production, as Ontario gathers public input on legalizing marijuana.
Buy Aurora Cannabis Inc. While It’s Hungover
You definitely don’t want to bet the family farm on such a speculative investment like Aurora Cannabis Inc., but there’s a substantial amount of upside if you don’t mind the large amount of risk.
Marijuana Boom Gives Real Estate a Big High
U.S. real estate values are blazing, at least that is in the parts of the country where the sale of marijuana is now legal.
World of Cannabis Summit: Flex Mod Solutions
Dano Keys of FlexMOD Solutions provides insight to the company’s sophisticated manufacturing system for cannabis production.
Huge Buzz Kill for U.S. Pot Producers as Prices Plunge on Rising Supply
Prices are tumbling as formerly illicit cultivators emerge from the shadows to invest millions of dollars in massive pot factories. In Colorado, the average price sought by wholesalers has fallen 48 per cent to about US$1,300 a pound since legal sales to all adults started in January 2014, according to Cannabase, operator of the state’s largest market.. Supply is surging as growers expand and install the latest agricultural technology.
AmeriCann Expands Massachusetts Medical Cannabis Center Development
DENVER, Dec. 7, 2016 /Weed Wire/ — AmeriCann, Inc. (OTCQX: ACAN), a company that is developing sustainable, state-of-the-art medical cannabis cultivation properties, announced the approved expansion of the cultivation and processing infrastructure for the Massachusetts Medical Cannabis Center (MMCC).
Colombia Releases Application for Cannabis Production Licenses
On May 18, 2016, the Colombia Ministry of Health and Social Protection announced that it had released the application form for cannabis production and manufacturing licenses.
Organigram Reports Results and Ramps Up Production
On April 25, 2016, Organigram (TSX: OGI), a licensed producer for Health Canada’s Marihuana for Medical Purposes Regulations, announced that it had reported financial results for the second fiscal quarter of 2016.
CannaGrow Holdings Announces Significant Advances Toward the Initiation of Cannabis Production at the Colorado Buffalo Ranch Facilities
CENTENNIAL, Colo., March 23, 2016 /Weed Wire/ — CannaGrow Holdings, Inc. (OTC PINK: CGRW) — Marking the accomplishment of a significant company milestone, CannaGrow Holdings, Inc., a Liaison and Consultant providing turn-key solutions to licensed growers in the legal Cannabis industry, today announced a key update on the Buffalo Ranch Project located in Huerfano County, Colorado.
Bedrocan Canada Receives License Renewal; Launches Next Phase of Affordability Initiative
TORONTO & ONTARIO, Feb. 18, 2016 /Weed Wire/ — Bedrocan Canada Inc. (“Bedrocan Canada” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce the renewal of its license for its main production facility in the Toronto area.
Woody Harrelson Applies for MMJ Dispensary License in Hawaii
On Feb. 5, 2016, the Hawaii State Department of Health announced the list of 66 applicants for medical marijuana dispensary licenses.
Hawaii Medical Marijuana Dispensary License List of Applicants Now Available Online
HONOLULU, Feb. 5, 2016 /Weed Wire/ — The Hawaii State Department of Health (DOH) today posted the list of applicants for Medical Marijuana Dispensary Licenses.
Board Issues Marijuana Rules, Announces Retail License Application Schedule
OLYMPIA, Wash., Sept. 23, 2015 /Weed Wire/ — The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB) today adopted emergency rules and issued new draft rules to begin the public process of aligning the medical marijuana market with the existing recreational market.
Bedrocan Receives Additional License Capacity from Health Canada
TORONTO, Aug. 27, 2015 /CNW/ – Bedrocan Cannabis Corp. (TSXV: BED) (the “Company” or “Bedrocan”) announced today that it has received a license amendment from Health Canada allowing it to sell up to 2,000 kilograms of medical cannabis over the five and a half months ending on February 17, 2016, which is the end of the Company’s current license period.
Bedrocan Domestic Production Facility Is Fully-Licensed by Health Canada
TORONTO, Aug. 24, 2015 /CNW/ – Bedrocan Cannabis Corp. (TSXV: BED) (“the Company” or “Bedrocan”) announced today that it has received a license amendment from Health Canada, whereby the Company’s domestic production facility is now fully-licensed.
FlexMOD Solutions
FlexMOD Solutions is a Colorado-based company that serves the North American cannabis industry. The company designs, engineers, constructs and installs high-quality modular solutions.
CannabisFN to Film at Marijuana Investor Summit
Marijuana Investor Summit will use digital media to capture its historic event and has selected CannabisFN to provide exclusive video coverage, as well as provide companies an opportunity to establish a digital presence with a pre-roll interview/pitch.
Peeking in at the 2015 Canadian Market
Investing “in the plant” remains a road that can only be traveled by a select few in the United States. But in Canada, it is a whole different story.
Georgia’s CBD Bill Severely Limited
Headlines were made over the weekend as Georgia media outlets reported that Gov. Nathan Deal would support House Bill 1, which would legalize CBD-only medical marijuana in Georgia.
The Good and Not So Good: Cannabis Regulations and Standardization
In trying to win support to end the United States’ 70-year prohibition of cannabis, legislators across the country, particularly in the east, have enacted stringent laws and regulations to control the growing, production and distribution of the medicine.
Cannabis Grows Best in the Sunshine
While cannabis is still illegal under federal laws, Illinois is now one of 21 states that have created a legal framework for its medical production and distribution.
New Cannabis Production Rules Rile Rookies
One of the leading arguments for the legalization of cannabis is the tax revenue a state can generate. Unfortunately for Colorado, instead of generating the predicted $33.5 million tax revenue, they only generated $12 million, a shortfall of $21.5 million.