HempNewsBreaks

FridayDec 17, 2021 2:48 pm

HempNewsBreaks – Red White & Bloom Brands Inc. (CSE: RWB) (OTCQX: RWBYF) Focused on Florida Ahead of ‘Massive Medical Marijuana Boom’

Red White & Bloom Brands (CSE: RWB) (OTCQX: RWBYF), a multistate cannabis sector operator, is off to a strong start in building its high-quality flower resource for product inventory at dispensaries throughout Florida. The company has been working to launch growing operations at its Apopka, Florida-based cultivation location, adding 19,200 square feet of production expected to deliver $30 million in annual revenues. The pods were approved by the state health department’s Office of Medical Marijuana Use (“OMMU”) with licensing granted just before Halloween, with five already in use for plant growth at that time with the remainder fast-tracked for output.…

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TuesdayDec 14, 2021 2:18 pm

HempNewsBreaks – Marijuana Company of America Inc.’s (MCOA) Strong Performance Reflects Ability to Execute on Diversification Strategy

Marijuana Company of America (OTC: MCOA) is a diversified holding company that is looking to grow its business and further establish itself in the legalized cannabis THC, hemp and cannabidiol (“CBD”) industries. MCOA recently achieved the highest quarterly revenue in its history and expects to drive continued growth across the entire business. “As part of the financial results for three months ended Sept. 30, 2021 (‘Q3 2021’), the company reported $442,178 in revenue, up from $53,195 in revenue reported in Q3 2020. This represented a 731% year-on-year increase. In addition, the company’s gross profits grew by 297%, from $16,025 reported…

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MondayDec 13, 2021 1:17 pm

HempNewsBreaks – Flora Growth Corp. (NASDAQ: FLGC) Looking to Further Increase Share in Global Cannabis, Wellness Markets

Flora Growth Corp. (NASDAQ: FLGC), a company guided by the mission to build a connected, design-led collective of plant-based wellness and lifestyle brands that provide customers with a one-of-a-kind experience, recently announced it had closed the acquisition of Vessel Brand Inc., an industry leader in cannabis consumer technology. “This marks the addition of an exceptional brand builder with a proven track record of not only launching successful cannabis-related brands but also capturing market share in the rapidly-expanding United States cannabis landscape,” reads a recent article. “When making the announcement, Luis Merchan, the president and CEO of Flora Growth, noted, ‘With…

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ThursdayDec 09, 2021 2:30 pm

HempNewsBreaks – InMed Pharmaceuticals Inc.’s (NASDAQ: INM) Study Marks First Phase 2 Trial to Evaluate Cannabinol as Therapeutic Option for Disease Treatment

InMed Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: INM) recently released its Q1 2022 financial results along with a business update showing positive momentum across all of its programs. Following the acquisition of BayMedica Inc. in October that created an industry leader in the manufacture and commercialization of rare cannabinoids, management expects to introduce multiple new, rare cannabinoids in the near future, focusing on high demand, attractive margin products. In late September, InMed commenced the 755-201-EB study, its phase 2 clinical trial of INM-755 (cannabinol) cream for the treatment of a group of rare skin disorders scientifically known as Epidermolysis Bullosa (“EB”). A recent article…

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TuesdayDec 07, 2021 2:52 pm

HempNewsBreaks – Red White & Bloom Brands Inc. (CSE: RWB) (OTCQX: RWBYF) Focusing on Continued Growth of Top-Line Revenue, Bottom-Line Results

Red White & Bloom Brands (CSE: RWB) (OTCQX: RWBYF) has officially entered the second phase of a three-phase development strategy that captures its expansion plan in Florida after installing, commissioning and loading five of 30 planned modular grow pods, which are already growing plants. RWB, through its subsidiary Red White & Bloom Florida LLC (“RWBFL”), is fast-tracking the remaining 25 pods. Collectively, the 30 pods will provide about 19,000 square feet of operating space with an expected yield of 10,000 pounds of high-quality flower annually. RWB anticipates this annual yield will generate $30 million in additional revenue. RWBFL also successfully…

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MondayDec 06, 2021 1:32 pm

HempNewsBreaks – Why Marijuana Company of America Inc. (MCOA) Is ‘One to Watch’

Marijuana Company of America (OTC: MCOA), which operates and invests in the cannabis sector directly, continues to grow its business. MCOA focuses on remaining fiscally conscious while further establishing itself in the legalized THC, hemp and CBD industries by offering unique exposure to the global cannabidiol sector. “The company intends to continue to leverage its premium brand hemp-based products with investments in and collaboration with existing and new strategic partners,” reads a recent article. “MCOA strives to develop a comprehensive selection of synergistic companies that provides consistent value to its shareholders. Furthermore, its vertically integrated business model provides companies and…

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ThursdayDec 02, 2021 12:42 pm

HempNewsBreaks – Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (NASDAQ: LEXX) Embarking on Potentially Pivotal Study to Evaluate DehydraTECH-CBD

Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (NASDAQ: LEXX) has embarked on its most ambitious study yet, the HYPER-H21-4. The study is among several geared towards evaluating DehydraTECH(TM)-processed CBD for the potential treatment of hypertension and heart disease. The learnings from two studies, HYPER-H21-1 and HYPER-H21-2, whose results are already out, have led to the HYPER-H21-4 clinical study. Further, blood pressure findings from HYPER-H21-3 will be reportable by the end of January 2022 and will contribute to the HYPER-H21-4. The study protocols for HYPER-H21-4 are being readied for submission to the Independent Review Board (“IRB”), and approval is expected by January 2022. HYPER-H21-4, which…

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TuesdayNov 30, 2021 11:51 am

HempNewsBreaks – InMed Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ: INM) Advances Strategy Toward Potential Therapeutics for Diseases with High Unmet Needs

InMed Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: INM) recently filed a Patent Cooperation Treaty (“PCT”) application, which specifies a rare cannabinoid (new to InMed’s portfolio) that may inhibit or slow the progression of neurogenerative diseases – such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Huntington’s and others – by providing protection in a population of affected neurons. Furthermore, the application demonstrates the cannabinoid can also be used to promote neurite outgrowth, signifying the potential to enhance neuronal function. According to InMed’s Senior VP Pre-Clinical Research & Development Dr. Eric Hsu, who is quoted in a recent article, “This PCT patent application advances our strategy directed towards researching and…

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WednesdayNov 24, 2021 2:30 pm

HempNewsBreaks – Red White & Bloom Brands Inc. (CSE: RWB) (OTCQX: RWBYF) Makes Expansion of Platinum Vape Brand Top Priority

Red White & Bloom Brands (CSE: RWB) (OTCQX: RWBYF) recently announced the completion of an agreement for the transition of the management at Platinum Vape LLC (“PV”), having settled all additional PV acquisition price considerations. “RWB estimates that production of PV vape carts will increase to over 450,000 in November, a projection that has made expansion of the PV brand a top priority. Michigan and California are proving to be the two vital promising markets pushing for this growth, prompting focus on PV and streamlining its operations,” reads a recent article. The management transition saw the addition of Shea Alderete…

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WednesdayNov 24, 2021 1:23 pm

HempNewsBreaks – Lexaria Bioscience Corp.’s (NASDAQ: LEXX) DehydraTECH(TM) Demonstrates 10-20X Faster Nicotine Delivery in Recent Study

Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (NASDAQ: LEXX) recently conducted a study on canines in collaboration with an independent testing laboratory. The analysis evaluated nicotine benzoate and polacrilex plasma levels in 40 anesthetized male beagle dogs comparing Lexaria’s recently developed, advanced DehydraTECH 2.0 nicotine formulation to concentration-matched controls. The dogs’ blood samples were taken every few minutes over the course of two hours. “The results from the study showed that the generic nicotine benzoate pouch required about 45 minutes to reach its peak delivery rate. In comparison, the DehydraTECH-nicotine benzoate pouch reached peak delivery rates at both eight minutes and again at 30…

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