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ThursdayJun 21, 2018 9:47 am

HempNewsBreaks – Marijuana Company of America, Inc. (MCOA) and Global Hemp Group, Inc. (CSE: GHG) (FRA: GHG) (OTC: GBHPF) Post Update on New Brunswick Project

Marijuana Company of America Inc. (OTC: MCOA) and joint venture partner Global Hemp Group, Inc. (CSE: GHG) (FRANKFURT: GHG) (OTC: GBHPF) this morning posted an update on their hemp project in northeast New Brunswick. Per the update, the companies recently completed the planting of 125 acres of industrial hemp at the project location and were awarded a grant of $10,750 from the New Brunswick Department of Aquaculture, Agriculture and Fisheries (“DAAF”) to support demonstration projects it will undertake during the current cropping season. The grant will be used to study the impact of the European Corn Borer (“ECB”) on the…

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ThursdayJun 21, 2018 9:38 am

HempNewsBreaks – EVIO, Inc. (EVIO) Adds Tech Industry Veteran Donald R. Gibbs to Board of Directors

EVIO, Inc. (OTCQB: EVIO), a leading provider of cannabis testing and scientific research for the regulated cannabis industry, this morning announced that Donald R. Gibbs, CPA, CMA has joined its board of directors as an independent director and chair of the audit committee. Per the update, Gibbs brings more than three decades of technology industry experience to the EVIO team, having served in many executive C-suite positions for Canadian and U.S. companies, including Mitel Corporation, Cognos Inc., Positron Fiber Systems Inc. and AirIQ Inc. “We are pleased to have an executive of Don's caliber and expertise joining the EVIO board…

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WednesdayJun 20, 2018 12:12 pm

HempNewsBreaks – The Green Organic Dutchman Holdings Ltd. (TSX: TGOD) (OTC: TGODF) Highlighted in Cannabis Industry Report by JGR Capital

Cannabis-focused research and development company The Green Organic Dutchman Holdings Ltd. (TSX: TGOD) (OTCQX: TGODF) was recently highlighted alongside other cannabis-focused businesses in a Cannabis Industry Report for the week of June 11th by JGR Capital, a New York-based equity research firm. The report covered the company’s recent up-listing to the OTCQX® Best Market, which it began trading on under the symbol “TGODF” on June 14, 2018. Among other highlights, the report also covers Canopy Growth Corporation’s (TSX: WEED) (NYSE: CGC) offering of convertible senior notes; Maricann Group’s (CSE: MARI) (OTCQB: MRRCF) update regarding the acquirement of a cannabis license…

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WednesdayJun 20, 2018 12:09 pm

HempNewsBreaks – Canada Legalizes Recreational Marijuana

In a landmark decision, the Canadian Senate recently passed a bill legalizing recreational marijuana for adult use. The Cannabis Act was approved by the Senate in a vote of 52-29 after already passing the House of Commons. In pursuant with the law, adults 18 years of age and older will be permitted to possess up to an ounce of cannabis for recreational use, and grow a maximum of four plants. Although an official date of legalization hasn’t been released, a recent post published by TIME indicates that the legislation could enable Canadians to legally buy and consume marijuana as soon…

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WednesdayJun 20, 2018 9:30 am

HempNewsBreaks – EVIO, Inc. (EVIO) Preparing for Increased Demand as California’s July 1 Testing Deadline Approaches

EVIO, Inc. (OTCQB: EVIO), a leading provider of cannabis testing and scientific research for the regulated cannabis industry, this morning detailed its recent expansion to meet increased cannabis testing demand following California’s July 1 testing deadline. The regulations set forth by California's Bureau of Cannabis Control state that, beginning July 1, a licensed retailer may only sell cannabis goods that have met all state-mandated testing requirements. Among EVIO’s efforts, the company’s EVIO Labs Berkeley facility is in the process of becoming ISO 17025 accredited – the highest recognized quality standard in the world for calibration and testing laboratories. “The new…

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TuesdayJun 19, 2018 12:03 pm

HempNewsBreaks – EVIO, Inc. (EVIO) Names New Board Member

EVIO (OTCQB: EVIO) this morning said in a news release that Felipe Campusano has joined the company's board of directors as an independent director. "We are pleased to welcome Felipe to join our board and look forward to his contributions," EVIO chief executive officer William Waldrop stated in the news release. "He's been very successful operating Canadian pharmacies and his insight into the cannabis industry will be valuable to our business environment, including our new Bioscience division. Felipe's expertise in pharmaceutical business management will strengthen EVIO's ability to generate partnerships with medical and healthcare providers. He has disrupted the pharmaceutical…

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TuesdayJun 19, 2018 10:55 am

HempNewsBreaks – Global Payout, Inc. (GOHE) Subsidiary Approaching Launch of Blockchain-Powered Payment Solution at San Diego Dispensary

Global Payout, Inc. (OTC: GOHE), through wholly owned subsidiary MTRAC Tech Corp., this morning announced that it has commenced integration of its blockchain-powered payment solution into its first merchant location. Per the update, the MTRAC kiosk was initially installed at ManKind, a San Diego-based dispensary, on June 15, and Global Payout intends to dedicate the next few days toward “integrating the cashless payment platform and prepping the new client for their initial launch.” The company expects full launch of the newly-integrated system to occur on June 25. “Getting our first client up and running marks a monumental week here at…

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TuesdayJun 19, 2018 10:39 am

HempNewsBreaks – Marijuana Company of America Inc.’s (MCOA) hempSMART Brand Launches New CBD-Infused Moisturizer

Innovative hemp and cannabis corporation Marijuana Company of America (OTC: MCOA) this morning announced that the company’s hempSMART™ brand has launched its groundbreaking new cosmetic product, hempSMART™ Face. The newly developed topical product is formulated with 150mg of full spectrum, non-psychoactive Cannabidiol (“CBD”) oil derived from the industrial hemp plant. hempSMART™ Face is a facial moisturizer designed to refresh, replenish, and restore skin cells using a combination of CBD oil and a unique blend of ayurvedic herbs and botanicals. “Our team is excited to announce the expansion of the hempSMART™ brand into the world of cosmetic products. HempSMART™ will continue…

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TuesdayJun 19, 2018 10:13 am

HempNewsBreaks – ABcann Global Corp. (TSX.V: ABCN) (OTCQB: ABCCF) Subsidiary Surpasses 15,000 Active Patients

Globally licensed cannabis company ABcann Global Corp. (TSX.V: ABCN) (OTCQB: ABCCF), through wholly owned subsidiary Harvest Medicine Inc., this morning announced that it has surpassed 15,000 active patients in under 18 months of operation. “Our rapid growth is a testament to our patient-centric approach and dedication to providing exceptional care,” Shekhar Parmar, CEO of Harvest Medicine, stated in the news release. “We partner with patients to empower them to be more involved in their healthcare and ensure that they receive the safest and most effective medical cannabis treatment for their individualized needs.” Per the update, Harvest Medicine, one of Canada’s…

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TuesdayJun 19, 2018 9:26 am

HempNewsBreaks – FinCanna Capital Corp. (CSE: CALI) (OTCQB: FNNZF) Portfolio Company Launches Marketing Program, Attains Multiple Customers in California

FinCanna Capital (CSE: CALI) (OTCQB: FNNZF), a royalty company for the U.S. licensed medical cannabis industry, this morning announced that its portfolio investee company, ezGreen Compliance, has launched a pilot marketing program and has attained multiple customers across the State of California. ezGreen Compliance is providing these customers, consisting of licensed medical dispensaries and cultivators, with its advanced enterprise compliance and point-of-sale (“POS”) software solution. The pilot program customers are currently using ezGreen’s Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (“HIPAA”) Compliance POS Solution and inventory tracking system. The system enables users to comply with both the HIPAA and State Laws…

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