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Clever Leaves and Paradise Seeds to Develop and Register Genetic Assets in Colombia

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

TOCANCIPÁ, Colombia, Feb. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Clever Leaves Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: CLVR, CLVRW) (“Clever Leaves” or the “Company”), a global medicinal cannabis company, announced today that through its partnership with award-winning Dutch seed bank, Paradise Seeds (“Paradise”), to develop and register high performance cannabis cultivars in Colombia, Clever Leaves will have exclusive license to cultivate some of these genetics, while Paradise will make other cultivars available to third parties for cultivation across Colombia and Latin America.

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  • TOCANCIPÁ, Colombia, Feb. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Clever Leaves Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: CLVR, CLVRW) (“Clever Leaves” or the “Company”), a global medicinal cannabis company, announced today that through its partnership with award-winning Dutch seed bank, Paradise Seeds (“Paradise”), to develop and register high performance cannabis cultivars in Colombia, Clever Leaves will have exclusive license to cultivate some of these genetics, while Paradise will make other cultivars available to third parties for cultivation across Colombia and Latin America.
  • The two companies have already begun rigorous selection, phenotyping, and agronomic trials of several Paradise varieties at Clever Leaves’ facility in order to register market-leading cultivars for production and commercialization.
  • This partnership marks the first agronomic registrations of Paradise genetics in Colombia, enabling the first licensed cultivation and production of Paradise strains for export to global medicinal cannabis markets.
  • Luc Krol, Founder and CEO of Paradise Seeds, said: “We are thrilled to collaborate with Clever Leaves to develop and register our genetic assets in Colombia.

SHIH TZU "COMET" WINS BEST IN SHOW AT 23rd AKC® NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP PRESENTED BY ROYAL CANIN

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Tuesday, January 2, 2024

ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GCHP CH Hallmark Jolei Out Of This World, a Shih Tzu known as "Comet" triumphed over more than 5,700 competitors to earn a $50,000 cash prize and the title of Best in Show at the AKC® National Championship Presented by Royal Canin, held December 16-17, 2023 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. "Comet," owned by Bonnie J Miller, Susan Carter, Luke & Diane Ehricht of Monclova, OH and bred by Luke & Diane Ehricht, was crowned "America's National Champion" by Best in Show judge Mr. Clay Coady after a weekend of intense canine competition. The winner is America's only National Champion.

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  • CH Von Hawes Forever Forward, a Rottweiler known as "Granger," owned and bred by Peter Hawes & Kathleen Hawes & Erin Maureen Foreman of New Castle, CA.
  • The 2023 AKC® Obedience Classic and the AKC® Agility Invitational presented by YuMOVE were held in conjunction with the AKC® National Championship.
  • Luke and Diane Ehricht were presented with the 2023 AKC Breeder of the Year Award for Hallmark Jolei Shih Tzu at the AKC National Championship on Saturday, December 16, 2023.
  • Click here to download images and video from the AKC National Championship.

Acreage Reports Third Quarter 2023 Financial Results

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

NEW YORK, Nov. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Acreage Holdings, Inc. (“Acreage” or the “Company”) (CSE: ACRG.A.U, ACRG.B.U) (OTCQX: ACRHF, ACRDF), a vertically integrated, multi-state operator of cannabis cultivation and retailing facilities in the U.S., today reported its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2023 (“Q3 2023”).

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  • Delivered record wholesale sales in New Jersey with the Company’s large-scale infrastructure project at the Egg Harbor Township, NJ facility nearing completion
    NEW YORK, Nov. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Acreage Holdings, Inc. (“Acreage” or the “Company”) (CSE: ACRG.A.U, ACRG.B.U) (OTCQX: ACRHF, ACRDF), a vertically integrated, multi-state operator of cannabis cultivation and retailing facilities in the U.S., today reported its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2023 (“Q3 2023”).
  • Consolidated revenue of $56.5 million, a decrease of 2.8% compared to the quarter ended June 30, 2023 (“Q2 2023”).
  • Excluding the impact of non-cash inventory adjustments, gross margin for Q3 2023 was 41%.
  • Achieved strong results in New Jersey, including the highest statewide year-over-year sales growth with an increase of 34% for YTD 2023 compared to YTD 2022.

PAX Partners with International Artist James Goldcrown to Launch Limited Edition Collection of Cannabis Vaporizers

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Friday, November 10, 2023

PAX , a leading global cannabis brand, today announced the launch of its limited edition holiday collaboration “Love: Hits Different,” in partnership with artist James Goldcrown.

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  • PAX , a leading global cannabis brand, today announced the launch of its limited edition holiday collaboration “Love: Hits Different,” in partnership with artist James Goldcrown.
  • The JGoldcrown x PAX collection includes the PAX Plus cannabis flower vaporizer, in Onyx, Sage, Periwinkle and Elderberry, and PAX Mini, in Onyx and Silver, and is available on pax.com starting November 9.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231109317823/en/
    “I’m very excited to be partnering with PAX on this collaboration,” says James Goldcrown.
  • “PAX is thrilled to be partnering with James Goldcrown for this collaboration,” says Lauryn Livengood, Senior Director of Brand Marketing.

Method Man's TICAL Official Cannabis Brand Launches in New Mexico

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

CARLSBAD, N.M., Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TICAL Official, one of North America's fastest-growing cannabis brands led by prolific rapper, actor and entrepreneur Method Man, today announced its adult-use availability in Carlsbad, NM in partnership with Cave City Cannabis with more store availability expected to roll out shortly.

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  • "Method Man and Wu-Tang Clan have a beloved fanbase here in New Mexico," said Ryan Echavarria, co-founder at Cave City Cannabis.
  • "The opportunity to work alongside Meth and his team at TICAL Official will have a very positive impact on the state and we 're excited to move things forward."
  • "For two decades, New Mexico has shown a lot of love to Meth and the family, and we appreciate that," said Nathaniel "Nutta" Vereen, co-founder at TICAL Official.
  • Participating dispensaries carrying TICAL Official include Altitude Cannabis, High Altitude Exotics, Roadrunner and Hashtag Cannabis.

EVOL By Future Premium Cannabis Line Available Now in Michigan with House of Dank

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Wednesday, November 22, 2023

DETROIT, Nov. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Two-time GRAMMY winner Future's ultra-premium cannabis brand, EVOL by Future, is now available in Michigan in partnership with the state's leading cannabis company, House of Dank—a Best of Weedmaps Nominee and a "premiere bud shop"—according to High Times.

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  • In partnership with Michigan's premier cannabis company, House of Dank, the superstar's ultra-premium cannabis line is now available in the state.
  • DETROIT, Nov. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Two-time GRAMMY winner Future's ultra-premium cannabis brand, EVOL by Future , is now available in Michigan in partnership with the state's leading cannabis company, House of Dank—a Best of Weedmaps Nominee and a "premiere bud shop"—according to High Times.
  • Beginning today, Michigan connoisseurs will be able to purchase EVOL's elite flower offerings, strain specific hash-holes, and pre-rolls available at any House of Dank location.
  • "Teaming up with Carma to introduce the EVOL by Future line at House of Dank allows us to continue enriching cannabis culture throughout Michigan."

PAX Debuts Novel, Science-Backed Product for Better Sleep

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

PAX , a leading global cannabis brand, today announced the launch of Sleep by PAX, a first-of-its-kind, science-driven inhalable pod formula for the PAX Era platform.

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  • PAX , a leading global cannabis brand, today announced the launch of Sleep by PAX, a first-of-its-kind, science-driven inhalable pod formula for the PAX Era platform.
  • Sleep by PAX leverages a unique blend of cannabinoids and terpenes, developed to help consumers get to sleep faster, improve their sleep quality and ultimately get more restorative sleep.
  • Many Americans are sleep-deprived, which is having a significant impact on health and wellbeing,” said Brian Witlin, VP of Product Development at PAX.
  • Sleep by PAX is now available in a 1G pod format in Colorado starting at $40 and in Massachusetts starting at $60.

RBC International, Corp. Unveils Major Initiatives in Natural Health, Fitness, and Athletic Training Sectors

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

CHICAGO, IL, Nov. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NewMediaWire – RBC International, Corp. (“Rare Breed Companies”), a purpose-driven holding company which operates and invests in the natural health, fitness, media, and athletic training sectors, announced today the launch of its new corporate website, RareBreedCompanies.com. This development comes as the Company prepares for a series of acquisitions and subsidiary launches in the months ahead.

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  • This development comes as the Company prepares for a series of acquisitions and subsidiary launches in the months ahead.
  • Rare Breed Companies is spearheaded by a team of seasoned professionals from the natural health, fitness, and regulated cannabis industries.
  • They not only produce but also use their products daily, attesting firsthand to the safety, efficacy, and life-changing potential of natural therapies and supplements.
  • We are enlightened individuals—athletes, executives, creators, warriors, free thinkers, fighters, parents, mentors, leaders, doers, and pioneers—and our principles are non-negotiable.”

Acreage Introduces Craft Cannabis Brand Superflux to New Jersey

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Monday, October 30, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  Acreage Holdings, Inc. (“Acreage” or the “Company”) (CSE: ACRG.A.U, ACRG.B.U) (OTCQX: ACRHF, ACRDF), a vertically integrated, multi-state operator of cannabis cultivation and retailing facilities in the U.S., announced that it will debut its Superflux craft cannabis brand in New Jersey on November 1, 2023. With a next-level strain inventory curated with dedication and passion, the Superflux product line offers unique traits, uncommon terpenes, and uncanny aromas to preserve the true essence of cannabis.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Acreage Holdings, Inc. (“Acreage” or the “Company”) (CSE: ACRG.A.U, ACRG.B.U) (OTCQX: ACRHF, ACRDF), a vertically integrated, multi-state operator of cannabis cultivation and retailing facilities in the U.S., announced that it will debut its Superflux craft cannabis brand in New Jersey on November 1, 2023.
  • With a next-level strain inventory curated with dedication and passion, the Superflux product line offers unique traits, uncommon terpenes, and uncanny aromas to preserve the true essence of cannabis.
  • “We are thrilled to bring Superflux to New Jersey, an unparalleled craft offering created to celebrate the distinct character of each cannabis plant and the craftsmanship of its cultivators,” said Patricia Rosi, Chief Marketing and Strategy Officer of Acreage.
  • With the addition of New Jersey, Superflux is now available across four states, including Ohio, Illinois, and Massachusetts.

Novel Research by PAX and Zentrela Suggests Cannabis “Entourage Effect,” Not THC Potency, Responsible for Psychoactive Experience

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

“Consumers looking for psychoactive effects typically shop for cannabis products based on THC, which is a bit of a fallacy,” said Brian Witlin, VP of Product Development at PAX.

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  • “Consumers looking for psychoactive effects typically shop for cannabis products based on THC, which is a bit of a fallacy,” said Brian Witlin, VP of Product Development at PAX.
  • The study involved 28 participants who consumed cannabis vapor from a PAX Era Pro device.
  • PAX is committed to making a positive impact through PEACE BY PAX, its purpose-driven platform supporting social reform, safe access and sustainability.
  • Zentrela is an independent research organization that utilizes novel non-invasive neurotechnology to accurately and objectively quantify and classify the effects cannabis products create for consumers.