CannabisNewsBreaks

ThursdayJun 21, 2018 11:38 am

CBDNewsBreaks – Pivot Pharmaceuticals Inc. (CSE: PVOT) (OTCQB: PVOTF) (FRA: NPAT) to Serve Domesticated Animals via CBD-based Suite of Products

Pivot Pharmaceuticals Inc. (CSE: PVOT) (OTCQB: PVOTF) (FRA: NPAT) has a suite of CBD-based pet products in development, targeting indications such as inflammation, post-surgical pain and joint pain, as well as skin disorders. An article discussing the company reads: “Pivot recently announced that it was accelerating development of its CBD pet product line, which will be marketed under the name ‘Pivot Naturals For Pets’ (http://cnw.fm/hSV8h). This product line will include capsules and sachets to deliver bio-available CBD, using Pivot’s proprietary and patented Ready-To-Infuse-Cannabis powder. In addition, the company is using its Thrudermic Transdermal Nanotechnology to develop and commercialize a series…

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ThursdayJun 21, 2018 9:47 am

CBDNewsBreaks – 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

CBDNewsBreaks – 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 2:52 pm

CBDNewsBreaks – ChineseInvestors.com, Inc. (CIIX) Provides Chinese Investors with Investment Education via Bitcoin Talk Show

Premier financial information company ChineseInvestors.com, Inc. (OTCQB: CIIX) recently announced the launch of a cryptocurrency and blockchain talk show titled “Bitcoin Talk Show.” An article discussing the company reads: “The 22-minute talk show has entered into a contract to air monthly for one year and broadcast to audiences in North America, as well as to be aired on the ChineseFN and Newcoins168.com YouTube channels. … The launch of Bitcoin Talk Show is only one key part of the company’s strategic plan to provide Chinese investors with essential cryptocurrency investment education and trading tools. CIIX provides real-time market commentary, analysis and…

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WednesdayJun 20, 2018 2:43 pm

CBDNewsBreaks – Earth Science Tech, Inc. (ETST) Offers Diversity through Subsidiaries

Innovative biotech company Earth Science Tech (OTC: ETST) is focused on developing medical devices for the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical fields and marketing its high-grade line of hemp cannabidiol (“CBD”). The company also holds four distinct subsidiaries. An article discussing the company reads: “ETST holds four wholly owned subsidiaries. Cannabis Therapeutics is an emerging biotechnology company. KannaBidioiD manufactures and distributes in the recreational sector. Earth Science Foundation, Inc. is becoming a non-profit to accept grants and donations for conducting additional studies. Earth Science Pharmaceutical develops medical diagnostic tools and vaccines.” To view the full article, visit http://cnw.fm/5l4aW About Earth Science Tech,…

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WednesdayJun 20, 2018 1:40 pm

CBDNewsBreaks – Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (CSE: LXX) (OTCQX: LXRP) Continues to Develop Potential Uses of Patented Technology

Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (CSE: LXX) (OTCQB: LXRP) has developed and is already licensing DehydraTECH™, a technology that improves the bio-absorption and bioavailability of ingestible substances. A recent article discussing the company’s unique technology reads: “Application of the technology extends beyond nicotine to non-psychoactive cannabinoids, vitamins and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), and Lexaria has licensed the technology to a number of companies, including chocolate maker Nuka Enterprises; cannabis beverage manufacturer GP Holdings; and Biolog, which markets hemp-based, cannabidiol (CBD)-infused products and vitamins. Lexaria is expected to sign 6-12 more licensing agreements in 2018. These are typically six-figure contracts in the first…

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WednesdayJun 20, 2018 1:31 pm

CBDNewsBreaks – Global Hemp Group, Inc. (CSE: GHG) (FRA: GHG) (OTC: GBHPF) Progresses in Hemp Cultivation

British Columbia-based hemp cultivation company Global Hemp Group (CSE: GHG) (FRANKFURT: GHG) (OTC: GBHPF) is devoted to building a portfolio of hemp-focused businesses that aim to produce the ancient, versatile crop. An article discussing the company reads: “Global Hemp Group was founded in 2014 with Canadian headquarters in Vancouver, British Columbia, and additional base operations in Montreal and Los Angeles. Its hemp cultivation efforts are initially focused on the production of high quality sustainable raw materials and non-psychotropic cannabidiol (CBD) oil, as well as other cannabinoids, with no intoxicating effects. Global Hemp Group’s collaboration with other companies is an integral…

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WednesdayJun 20, 2018 12:12 pm

CBDNewsBreaks – 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

CBDNewsBreaks – 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

CBDNewsBreaks – 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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