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FridayDec 21, 2018 9:27 am

HempNewsBreaks – Phivida Holdings Inc. (CSE: VIDA) (OTC: PHVAF) Applauds the Passing of the 2018 Farm Bill; Appoints New Member to Board of Directors

Hemp-cultivated cannabinoid innovator Phivida Holdings (CSE: VIDA) (OTCQX: PHVAF) recently commented on the successful passing of the 2018 Farm Bill. The bill removes hemp from the Controlled Substances Act, enabling the commercial cultivation and production of industrial hemp in the United States. “The passing of the 2018 Farm Bill clarifies hemp production and will bolster the growing acceptance of hemp-derived products containing CBD,” Phivida Holdings President and CEO Jim Bailey stated in the news release. “In particular, we expect it will have a positive impact on both of our Vida+ brand (www.HempVidaPlus.com) and Oki lifestyle brand of beverages, tinctures and…

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ThursdayDec 20, 2018 10:51 am

HempNewsBreaks – Cannabis Strategic Ventures, Inc. (NUGS) Expands Independent Board and Executive Team to Prepare for OTCQB Uplisting, New Portfolio Brands and Acquisitions

Cannabis Strategic Ventures (OTC: NUGS) this morning announced the expansion of its independent board of directors and executive team in preparation to uplist to the OTCQB Venture Market Place and expand its portfolio with additional brands and assets. Expansion of NUGS’ independent board of directors is among the final key pieces for OTCQB uplisting. New appointments include the following: SEC attorney Tad Mailander and Jesus Quintero, current CFO of MassRoots, have been appointed to the company’s independent board of directors; Chris Young has been assigned as chief strategy officer; and Arlene Guzman is named as the company’s vice president of…

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ThursdayDec 20, 2018 10:20 am

HempNewsBreaks – Earth Science Tech, Inc. (ETST) Takes Advantage of Farm Bill, Signs New Chief Sales Officer to Head Cannabinoid Sector Team

Innovative biotechnology company Earth Science Tech (OTCQB: ETST) this morning announced its plans to take advantage of the new Farm Bill, which is set to legalize U.S. hemp cultivation and hemp-derived CBD and other products, with appointment of David Barbash as its chief sales officer beginning in 2019. Barbash is a results-driven sales and marketing professional and a proven negotiator, manager and motivator with than 20 years of experience in new business development. “It’s an incredibly exciting time at ETST, and I am very thankful to be heading up the team that is going to lead the way in the…

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ThursdayDec 20, 2018 10:16 am

HempNewsBreaks – Golden Developing Solutions, Inc. (DVLP) Launches WheresCBD.Com as Part of Hemp and CBD-Related Products Strategy

Emerging leader in the cannabis, hemp, and cannabidiol (“CBD”) marketplace Golden Developing Solutions (OTC: DVLP) this morning announced the expansion of its hemp and CBD strategy with the launch of a its new products portal, www.WheresCBD.com. The new site will aggregate nationwide CBD products for consumers searching for high-end hemp oil and CBD isolates and mirrors DVLP’s popular WheresWeed.com website and cannabis services hub. “Where’s Weed has been a home run for us since we made the move and acquired the leading cannabis and hemp community hub several months ago,” DVLP CEO Stavros Triant stated in the news release. “We…

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ThursdayDec 20, 2018 9:41 am

HempNewsBreaks – SinglePoint, Inc. (SING) Provides Video Discussing 2018 Farm Bill and Its Opportunity-Driving Potential for SingleSeed Subsidiary

Technology and investment company SinglePoint (OTCQB: SING) this morning announced its publication of a video (http://cnw.fm/UjRl5) that discusses the 2018 Farm Bill. According to the update, SING management believes that the reclassification of hemp may be a big driver for its SingleSeed subsidiary, which provides a variety of hemp-based CBD products, from tinctures to waters, at SingleSeed.com. To view the full press release, visit http://cnw.fm/Jzy3j About SinglePoint, Inc. SinglePoint, Inc. is a technology and investment company with a focus on acquiring companies that will benefit from the injection of growth capital and technology integration. The company portfolio includes mobile payments,…

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ThursdayDec 20, 2018 9:33 am

HempNewsBreaks – The Flowr Corporation (TSX.V: FLWR) Acquires Interest in European-based Cannabis Producer

The Flowr Corporation (TSX.V: FLWR), a Canadian Licensed Producer of premium cannabis products, this morning announced that it has acquired a 19.8% interest in Holigen Limited for a cash payment of CAD $6 million. The European-based cannabis company is presently developing large-scale cannabis cultivation facilities and Good Manufacturing Process (“GMP”) compliant production facilities. These facilities are anticipated to provide finished medical cannabis products, pharmaceutical ingredients, and plants and seeds to medical cannabis markets worldwide. Per the update, Flowr entered into an exclusive termed intellectual property (“IP”) licensing agreement to provide its cultivation, facility design and construction IP to Holigen during…

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WednesdayDec 19, 2018 9:19 am

HempNewsBreaks – Sugarmade, Inc. (SGMD) Sees Bright Future Upon Implementation of Hemp Provisions to the U.S. Farm Bill

Sugarmade (OTCQB: SGMD) this morning commented on recent provisions of the U.S. Farm Bill regarding specific hemp cultivation and legalization. The company believes the passage of the bill could create extra revenue and investment opportunities, as the industrial hemp, CBD oils and other hemp products markets are expected to skyrocket upon implementation of the provisions. “Our vast experience in the supply of cultivation, harvesting and processing products places Sugarmade in a strong position to increase its revenue and profit outlooks as dozens of new operations prepare to come online," Sugarmade CEO Jimmy Chan stated in the news release. “Many of…

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TuesdayDec 18, 2018 2:36 pm

HempNewsBreaks – The Flowr Corporation (TSX.V: FLWR) Positioned to Capitalize on Impending Supply Glut

The Flowr Corporation (TSX.V: FLWR), a Canadian Licensed Producer of premium cannabis products, was highlighted in a recent article published by The Motley Fool, titled ‘This Tiny Marijuana Stock Could Be Better Prepared for the Coming Supply Glut Than Canopy Growth and Tilray’ authored by Keith Speights. The article discusses several cannabis industry players, including Canopy Growth Corp. (NYSE: CGC) (TSX: WEED) and Tilray, Inc. (NASDAQ: TLRY). Per the article, a smaller company like FLWR might be more prepared for the impending Canadian oversupply than the companies holding larger market caps. FLWR’s low operating costs will better position it to…

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TuesdayDec 18, 2018 11:40 am

HempNewsBreaks – Green Hygienics Holdings Inc. (GRYN) Up-Lists to the OTCQB Exchange, Engages Tempus Trade Partners

Full-scope, premium cannabis company Green Hygienics Holdings (OTC: GRYN) today announced its approval by the OTC Markets Group to up-list to the OTCQB exchange as well as its engagement of Tempus Trade Partners. According to the update, the listing achievement is part of GRYN’s long term strategy to introduce the company to a broader range of U.S. institutional and retail investors and, though full reporting, enable greater liquidity and market awareness. In addition, Green Hygienics has engaged the consulting services of Tempus Trade Partners, a Houston, Texas-based boutique trade, export and business development consulting firm specializing in providing support services…

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TuesdayDec 18, 2018 11:21 am

HempNewsBreaks – Therma Bright, Inc. (TSX.V: THRM) (OTC: THRBF) Receives Pain Relief Device Prototype, Issues TherOZap Technology Update

Medical device technology provider Therma Bright (TSX.V: THRM) (OTC: THRBF) this morning announced receipt of its pain relief device prototype and provided an update on its TherOZap technology. Following introduction of the first design of its device for relief of general, arthritic or orthopedic pain in October, the company has rapidly advanced its development, received the prototype and identified a research group on which it will initiate efficacy tests. Therma Bright has also sent final prototypes of its TherOZap technology to a top research laboratory for testing of the technology against the Zika virus. “We are excited to announce these…

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