Cannabis Archives - Page 6 of 16

Monday Jul 18, 2022 - 9:45 am

Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (NASDAQ: LEXX) Offers Best-In Class Solution To Major Issue Affecting A Range Of Critical Drug Applications

Researchers have run into the issue of solubility of molecules intended for absorption, ultimately affecting drug effectiveness and inhibiting patient recoveryThis has forced the exploration of new drug delivery technologies, with Lexaria’s patented DehydraTECH(TM) technology proving to be the most innovative, useful, and effectiveDehydraTECH(TM) technology has seen application in oral nicotine for reduced risk, antiviral drugs for COVID-19 and other infectious diseases, PDE5 inhibitors, and…

Thursday Jul 14, 2022 - 9:00 am

Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (NASDAQ: LEXX) DehydraTECH(TM) Licensee Expands Manufacturing Agreements to Include Europe, Japan, and South Africa

Lexaria's patented DehydraTECH(TM) enhancement technology targets key market segments including nicotine replacement, CBD, cardiovascular and antiviral drugs, human hormones, and PDE5 inhibitorsDehydraTECH-enabled drug and consumer products provide faster delivery times, increased bioavailability, increased brain absorption, improved drug potency, lower administration costs, and mask unwanted tastesThe global CBD market was valued at $5.18 billion in 2021 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 16.8%…

Tuesday Jul 12, 2022 - 10:30 am

Lexaria Bioscience Corp.’s (NASDAQ: LEXX) DehydraTECH(TM) Technology Enhances Bioavailability of Orally Administered APIs

Lexaria is a global innovator in drug delivery platformsThe company has developed the patented DehydraTECH(TM) technology that significantly improves the bioavailability of orally administered pharmaceuticals and therapeuticsBioavailability is the fraction of a drug that reaches the site of action or systemic circulationWhile drugs delivered intravenously are 100% bioavailable, drugs that have any other route of administration, such as oral, have reduced bioavailabilityDehydraTECH enhances the bioavailability…

Monday Jul 11, 2022 - 10:30 am

Flora Growth Corp.’s (NASDAQ: FLGC) Shareholders Vote in Favor of All Proposals Submitted for Approval; Elect Brandon Konigsberg to Board of Directors

Shareholders approve all proposals submitted at this year’s annual shareholders’ meeting, including board membersAmong the seven members of the Board of Directors elected, six were incumbents, making Brandon Konigsberg the newest addition to the BoardMr. Konigsberg will lend his years of experience, having held key leadership positions in various organizations in the countryLuis Merchan, Flora Growth’s Chairman and CEO, noted that Mr. Konigsberg’s appointment would…

Wednesday Jul 06, 2022 - 10:30 am

Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (NASDAQ: LEXX) Expands Production Capabilities to Support Growing List of Business-to-Business Clientele

Lexaria is a global innovator in drug delivery platforms; its patented DehydraTECH(TM) technology improves the bioavailability, speed of onset, and brain absorption of active pharmaceutical ingredients (“API”)Testing confirms that DehydraTECH-processed cannabidiol beverages maintained 93.4% and 78% potency of CBD a full year and two years after production, respectivelyLexaria recently signed two agreements with BevNology LLC, an Atlanta-based company with advanced capabilities that support best-in-class beverage…

Tuesday Jul 05, 2022 - 11:15 am

Flora Growth Corp.’s (NASDAQ: FLGC) Management Confident in the Company’s Short, Medium, and Long-Term Growth Prospects

Flora just announced the repurchase of $5 million of its outstanding common sharesThis repurchase aligns with its overall global expansion plan, and its move to grow its market reachThese moves by Flora assure shareholders of the company’s commitment to driving shareholder value and exploring various opportunities to do so On June 16, 2022, Flora Growth (NASDAQ: FLGC) announced that its Board of Directors had authorized…

Thursday Jun 30, 2022 - 9:45 am

Flora Growth Corp. (NASDAQ: FLGC) Anticipates Continued Growth for Cannabis Operations Under New Colombian Administration

Flora Growth is a cannabis cultivator and distributor with a base of operations in Colombia’s fertile growing climate, capable of feeding the company’s expanding international supply chainColombia has undergone a number of regulatory changes in recent years as it emerges from the shadows of years-long drug wars and embraces a growing global acceptance of cannabis productsThe South American country voted in a new presidential administration…

Wednesday Jun 29, 2022 - 11:15 am

New Agreements Signed Between Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (NASDAQ: LEXX) and BevNology LLC; Pre-IND Meeting Request Filed with FDA

The two companies signed a manufacturing operating agreement and a commercial agreement Lexaria sent a pre-IND meeting request letter to the US FDA and plans to file the full IND application in late 2022/early 2023The FDA has acknowledged Lexaria's pre-IND request and responded with conditions prior to the target date of July 30, 2022 Lexaria Bioscience (NASDAQ: LEXX), a global innovator in drug delivery platforms, has…

Tuesday Jun 28, 2022 - 1:30 pm

Zacks Report Highlights Flora Growth Corp. (NASDAQ: FLGC) Aspiring to Benefit from First Mover Advantage in Multiple Cannabis Market Categories

Flora’s 2021 acquisitions allowed it to expand its operations beyond North America and into EuropeAcquisitions have also contributed to 450% YOY revenue growth for Q1 2022Its management is confident that the foundation laid down so far will yield growth for 2022 and subsequent financial yearsFlora has also reiterated 2022 revenue guidance of $35 million to $45 million 2021 was an excellent year for Flora Growth…

Monday Jun 27, 2022 - 12:45 pm

Advanced Container Technologies Inc. (ACTX) GrowPods Strengthen Company’s Position in Growing Multibillion-Dollar Market

The global indoor farming market projected to grow from $26.5 billion in 2021 to $62 billion by 2030Report indicates that United States holds major share in terms of revenue in North America indoor farming marketGrow Pods offered through ACTX provide a controlled environment, ability to grow year-round The newest projections for the global indoor farming sector are in, and the numbers bode well for Advanced Container Technologies (OTC: ACTX). ACTX is…

Monday Jun 27, 2022 - 10:30 am

Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (NASDAQ: LEXX) Expands Reach of its Drug Delivery Technology Through Newly Inked Agreements with Beverage Developer BevNology

Drug delivery technology innovator Lexaria Bioscience has developed a patented technology showing superiority in animal and human testing as a means of improving existing drug brands’ performance and establishing new solutions for unmet medical needsThe company recently announced agreements with beverage developer BevNology to expand production capabilities for Lexaria's own growing list of B2B clientele and empowering BevNology to offer DehydraTECH products with active ingredients…

Friday Jun 24, 2022 - 11:15 am

Flora Growth Corp. (NASDAQ: FLGC) Authorizes the Repurchase of up to $5 Million Shares

Flora Growth Corp. announced that the Company Board has authorized the repurchase of up to $5 million of its outstanding common sharesLuis Merchan, Flora’s Chairman and CEO, said that Flora is executing its growth plans while simultaneously improving gross profit margins and reducing corporate overhead expensesAt the closing of 2021, the company announced a 2022 revenue guidance projection of $35-45 million Flora Growth (NASDAQ: FLGC)…

Friday Jun 24, 2022 - 10:30 am

Sugarmade Inc. (SGMD) Announces First Transaction Under Cannabis Global Inc. Contract

SGMD will produce an estimated 25,000 pounds of Fresh Frozen cannabis, which Cannabis Global will use in its product linesThe market for Fresh Frozen cannabis is “snowballing,” says Cannabis Global CEOWith the rapid Fresh Frozen harvesting process, airtight storage and near cryogenic storage temperatures, almost all of the natural cannabis plant essence is preserved Sugarmade (OTC: SGMD), an emerging leader in the licensed cannabis sector,…

Thursday Jun 23, 2022 - 1:30 pm

Advanced Container Technologies Inc. (ACTX) GrowPods Have Potential to Help Millions Living in Food-Insecure Households

Tens of millions of adults, children are living in food-insecure householdsMicro-farms, such as ACTX’s Grow Pods, are being evaluated as a potential solution for food insecurityWith GrowPods, cultivation can be moved directly into the areas where food is needed An estimated 30 million adults and 12 million children are living in food-insecure households, reports a recent CNN Business article (https://ibn.fm/nnECx). Those are people that Advanced Container…

Thursday Jun 23, 2022 - 9:00 am

Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (NASDAQ: LEXX) Grants Licenses to Three Companies for the Month of June; Looks to Follow Through with its Scheduled 2022 Clinical Studies

Lexaria sold Premier Wellness Science Co. exclusive rights to use its patented DehyraTECH(TM) in Japan in a variety of CBD productsValcon Medical A/S also signed an agreement with Lexaria to use its platform for medical cannabis applications in EuropeAnodGen Bioceuticals received a pharmaceutical license to use the platform for manufacturing and distributing CBD API powders in Europe, Australia, and New Zealand Lexaria Bioscience (NASDAQ: LEXX)…

Wednesday Jun 22, 2022 - 10:30 am

Sugarmade Inc. (SGMD) Shareholder Letter Outlines Short-Term, Long-Term Plans for Growth, Strong Margins

CEO notes that company will be well-positioned moving forward, “especially as our large Lemon Glow property comes online.”Short term, Sugarmade is embarking on a bold, new strategy to enter into contract arrangements with local Lake County, California, cultivators.SGMD is already in negotiations with local permitted and licensed operators that are agreeable to partnership arrangements for cannabis cultivation. The evolving California cannabis market is creating promising…

Wednesday Jun 22, 2022 - 9:00 am

Flora Growth Corp. (NASDAQ: FLGC) Closes the First Half of 2022 with UK Product Launch, Successful Brand Acquisition, and a Collaboration with Ricky Williams’ Cannabis Brand, Highsman

Flora’s collaboration with Highsman seeks to elevate both Highsman and Vessel, Flora’s accessories brand, thereby inspiring greatness and creating an experience worth sharingThe company’s acquisition of Masaya allows it to deliver on its promise to invest in safe, thorough, and cutting-edge cannabis researchFlora’s product launch on Amazon.co.uk marks a big step in operations expansion in Europe The first half of 2022 has been successful for…

Tuesday Jun 21, 2022 - 9:45 am

Expanding Array of API Enhancements Through Lexaria Bioscience Corp.’s (NASDAQ: LEXX) Patented Drug Technology Bodes Well for New Patient Solutions

Drug bioavailability enhancement technology developer Lexaria Bioscience is working to increase the number of potential new solutions to unmet medical needs and improving existing treatments for other chronic conditionsLexaria’s patented DehydraTECH solution transforms a wide variety of orally and topically administered products into enhanced solutions that make the active pharmaceutical ingredients (“APIs”) more rapidly available and effective at lower doses DehydraTECH-enhanced products have also demonstrated the…

Friday Jun 17, 2022 - 9:00 am

Flora Growth Corp. (NASDAQ: FLGC) Achieves Key Milestone in Global Expansion Plan with JustCBD Launch on Amazon UK

Flora Growth completed the acquisition of Just Brands LLC and High Roller Private Label LLC, owners of the JustCBD brand, on February 28, 2022The company then expanded its operational footprint in Europe and the UK in May 2022 to further its international growth strategyJustCBD products, including gummies and tinctures, will be available on www.Amazon.co.uk starting this month in a pilot-only programFlora Growth is optimistic that…

Wednesday Jun 15, 2022 - 10:30 am

Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (NASDAQ: LEXX) Initiates Communication with the FDA Concerning Potential Treatment for Hypertension; Out-Licenses Its DehydraTECH Technology to International Markets

Lexaria, a global innovator of drug delivery platforms, recently filed a pre-IND meeting request letter with the FDA, initiating communication regarding the development of its DehydraTECH-CBD as a treatment for hypertensionThe company has been undertaking preparatory programs in readiness for the meeting, as well as an IND application filingThe pre-IND meeting will confirm the details of the company’s IND-enabling programLexaria also announced it had licensed…

Monday Jun 13, 2022 - 9:45 am

Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (NASDAQ: LEXX) and the Budding Alternative Nicotine Market

The nicotine pouch market is projected to reach $21.84 billion in 2027, up from $2.33 billion in 2020, representing a CAGR of 30.7%The smokeless tobacco products sector is expected to post a CAGR of 7.2% over the forecast period (2018-2025)Lexaria, through its patented DehydraTECH technology, is tapping into this important alternative nicotine sector Its management is confident that its research and technology development investment will pay…

Thursday Jun 09, 2022 - 9:45 am

Prime Harvest Profile: Jaxx Cannabis

Jaxx Cannabis is carving out a top spot in the cannabis world with its renowned customer service and quality products. The flagship brand in a portfolio of superior offerings from Prime Harvest, Jaxx features an expertly curated selection of premium products from some of the most respected brands in the thriving California market. Jaxx products are carefully selected to combine valued and quality to create…

Monday Jun 06, 2022 - 9:45 am

Flora Growth Corp. (NASDAQ: FLGC) Bolsters its Global Expansion Strategy with Cannabis Regulatory Veteran Holly Bell’s Appointment; Hosts Regulatory Webinar

Flora Growth has appointed regulatory veteran Holly Bell as the new Vice President of Regulatory AffairsBell will help further the company’s domestic and global expansion strategy and lead government relations in key international marketsShe will also oversee the regulatory strategy supporting the advancement of the company’s cultivation, distribution, and pharmaceutical programsBell also participated in the first event in her new position- the Florida Industrial Hemp…

Friday Jun 03, 2022 - 9:00 am

Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (NASDAQ: LEXX) Mines Potential of Helping Medicines Do What they Do, But Better

Lexaria Bioscience is a global innovator in drug delivery platforms, developing a technology designed to improve the performance of other medicinal products by making them more rapidly and effectively usable by patients’ bodiesLexaria’s patented DehydraTECH technology has been studied in combination with a number of other products, including but not limited to, cannabidiol (“CBD”), oral nicotine, antivirals, NSAIDs, and erectile dysfunction therapiesThe company is pursuing…

Wednesday Jun 01, 2022 - 12:00 pm

CWCB Expo Arrives in New York To Offer Greater Networking and Business Opportunities In The Cannabis Sector

CWCBExpo is a leading B2B marketplace for networking within the cannabis community. Become a part of the interactive educational sessions, hold unique product displays, participate in panel discussions, and seek the phenomenal opportunities offered by the CWCB platform. The conference is being held on June 2-4, 2022 as an in-person event for the hemp and cannabis business community in New York. From discovering the more…

Wednesday Jun 01, 2022 - 11:15 am

With a Focus on Accountability, Prime Harvest Inc. Continues to Grow as a Leader in California’s Cannabis Industry

Prime Harvest is a California-based tech-driven full-service cannabis corporation focused on direct-to-consumer operations, licensing acquisition, compliance management, and state-wide deliveryPrime Harvest fuses integrity into operations, dedicated to redefining the customer experience, being a force for good within the communities they serve, while building a valuable enterpriseMember of Community Alliance Program (“CAP”), supports education, arts initiatives, and military veteran organizations in local Southern CaliforniaCompany launched Jaxx…

Tuesday May 31, 2022 - 12:00 pm

CWCBExpo, the Premier B2B Cannabis, and Hemp Expo and Conference to Foster Lively Discussion on Industry Opportunities and Challenges Among Seasoned Professionals and Newcomers Alike

The Cannabis World Congress & Business Exposition (CWCBExpo) will be held between June 2-4, 2022, at the Javits Convention Center, Hall 3A, in New York City. Industry heavyweights, the foremost innovators, and pioneering thought leaders will take the stage to discuss emerging trends in cannabis, hemp, and allied sectors. The expo will provide a high-quality business-focused attendee base located in the premier East Coast US…

Friday May 27, 2022 - 9:00 am

Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (NASDAQ: LEXX) Leveraging Growing Commercial Opportunities

Lexaria is a biotechnology company focused on licensing its proprietary DehydraTECH(TM) technologyThe DehydraTECH technology has been proven to increase the bioavailability, speed of onset and brain absorption of APIs, and improve customer experiences by masking unwanted tastesLexaria has 25 patents granted worldwide and is pursuing numerous other pending patent applicationsThe company operates several subsidiary companies to focus on different commercial opportunities Ever since acquiring its…

Thursday May 26, 2022 - 12:00 pm

The Cannabis World Congress & Business Exposition (‘CWCBExpo’) is the Pre-eminent Forum for Gaining a Foothold Within New York’s Fast-Accelerating Cannabis Sector

New York’s recreational and medical marijuana market is poised for historical growth amid rising public and political support for increased cultivation in the tri-state area. The Cannabis World Congress & Business Exposition (“CWCBExpo”), set to take place at New York City’s Javits Convention Center, Hall 3A on June 2-4, 2022, is the ideal forum for exploring industry best practices, business building and networking within this dynamic sector…

Wednesday May 25, 2022 - 11:15 am

Flora Growth Corp. (NASDAQ: FLGC) Increases Vessel’s Footprint in the Canadian Cannabis Marketplace; Expands Its Operational Footprint in the E.U. and UK

Flora Growth’s Vessel brand just got listed on the Ontario Cannabis Store (“OCS”)Vessel also launched its direct-to-consumer online store to take control of its customer relationship journeyFlora, through this expansion, seeks to tap into the growing Canadian cannabis market, which is valued at an estimated CAD 5.9 billion in 2022The company has also expanded its operational footprint in Europe and the U.K. in a move…

Wednesday May 25, 2022 - 9:00 am

Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (NASDAQ: LEXX) Making Waves in the Growing Antiviral Drug Space with its DehydraTECH Technology

Lexaria Bioscience Corp., through its patented DehydraTECH technology, is improving the way many drugs enter the bloodstreamIn June 2021, the company proved that an antiviral drug enhanced with its technology was effective at inhibiting the COVID-19/SARS-CoV-2 virusWith the global antiviral market projected to hit $66.7 billion by 2025, Lexaria plans to capitalize on this growth by pushing its DehydraTECH technology and exploring multiple avenues of…

Tuesday May 24, 2022 - 12:00 pm

The Flagship CWCBExpo of the New York Cannabis Week to be Held June 2-4; Will Foster Relationships Among Hundreds of Business Leaders from Across the Cannabis Ecosystem

The Cannabis World Congress & Business Exposition (“CWCBExpo”) will be held in New York City between June 2-4, 2022The conference will feature dozens of expert speakers with expertise in developing brands, increasing efficiencies, and investmentsHundreds of exhibitors and leading cannabis businesses will showcase cutting-edge product innovationsIn 2021, revenue from licensed marijuana of $24.5bn – $27bn in the United States eclipsed Starbucks sales throughout North America …

Monday May 23, 2022 - 9:00 am

Flora Growth Corp. (NASDAQ: FLGC) Year-end Report Shows Significant Revenue and Profit Growth, with Expectations for Further Rapid Growth in 2022

Cannabis cultivator and distributor Flora Growth has announced its annual financial and operating results, showing “significantly higher” revenues and profit gain for 2021 over the previous yearFlora maintains an outlook for 2022 of an additional 288 to 400 percent revenue growth by year end, largely driven by the company’s acquisition of consumer wellness brand JustCBDThe JustCBD acquisition increased Flora’s reach to more than half a…

Wednesday May 18, 2022 - 11:15 am

NECANN Illinois Cannabis Convention

Date: June 10-11, 2022Venue: McCormick Lakeside Center, 2301 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL Exhibit Hall Hours10:00 AM – 4:00 PM The 2nd annual NECANN Illinois Cannabis Convention is scheduled for June 10-11, 2022, at the McCormick Lakeside Center, 2301 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, ILThe event promises an excellent resource for the cannabis industry and a platform for stakeholders to connect, learn and grow…

Tuesday May 17, 2022 - 10:30 am

Flora Growth Corp. (NASDAQ: FLGC) Bolsters its Board of Directors following Tim Leslie’s Addition and Luis Merchan’s Appointment as Chairman

Luis Merchan, Flora Growth’s CEO, will serve as the new Chairman of the BoardTim Leslie, the Chairman of the company’s Advisory Board, will serve on its Board and audit committeeFlora Growth’s management is confident that these changes will position it as a U.S-based issuer while increasing its access to U.S-based investment Since the beginning of 2022, Flora Growth (NASDAQ: FLGC) has been making strategic moves…

Tuesday May 17, 2022 - 9:00 am

Sugarmade Inc. (SGMD) Announces Key Agreements that Solidify Company Strategy, Success Moving Forward

SGMD enters into a definitive agreement designed to expand its cannabis delivery footprintCompany inks deal to establish a minority stake in an expanding reservation-only restaurant brand that includes private event space offering cannabis consumptionSugarmade also partners with BHG to be first-choice cannabis provider The cannabis space is known for its competition, but Sugarmade (OTC: SGMD), an emerging leader in the sector, has distinguished itself by…

Friday May 13, 2022 - 9:00 am

Sugarmade Inc. (SGMD) Establishes Pattern of Growth, Expansion in California Cannabis Space

More than a dozen California cities are opening new recreational cannabis licensing opportunities this year, article reportsSGMD has established a pattern of growth through the years, investing in a number of subsidiaries with active operations in the California cannabis sectorCompany also completed the acquisition of Lemon Glow and its assets, interests, property and rights The cannabis space appears set for growth in California, according to…

Wednesday May 11, 2022 - 12:00 pm

Alternative Products Expo At Medellin, Colombia, To Promote The Local Business Community

Alternative Products Expo is coming to Medellín, Colombia, on May 21-22nd 2022. A leading organizer in the alternative industry, they’re committed to serving the community and strive to provide an exciting learning experience in a safe and conducive environment. For one, exhibitors can showcase their products, expand their market reach, and get discovered by investors and industry professionals. Sponsored by JuicyFields.io, this event is expecting…

Wednesday May 11, 2022 - 9:00 am

Lexaria Bioscience Corp.’s (NASDAQ: LEXX) DehydraTECH(TM) Technology Influencing the Pharmaceutical Industry

Lexaria began its human clinical study on oral nicotine alternatives, evaluating the effectiveness of its DehydraTECH-nicotine pouch performance Earlier in the year, the company also announced the commencement of its HYPER-H21-4 human clinical study on the effectiveness of DehydraTECH-processed CBD for hypertension treatmentLexaria has also made some significant progress in the use of its technology for the enhanced delivery of antiviral drugsIt hopes that before the…

Tuesday May 10, 2022 - 12:45 pm

O’Cannabiz Conference Expo & Awards to Feature a Broad Spectrum of Cannabis Products and Services

ND Supplies presents the 3-day O’Cannabiz Conference Expo & Awards, June 1-3, 2022, at the Toronto International Centre this year. Voted the No. 1 Cannabis Event in Canada by High Canada Magazine, the O’Cannabiz International Conference returns as an in-person event, after being canceled last year. The event organizers are thankful to the partners, sponsors, and exhibitors for their patience and co-operation. The event is being…

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