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Thursday, September 5, 2019

The Green Organic Dutchman Holdings Ltd. (TSX: TGOD) (OTCQX: TGODF) Strongly Positioned to Meet Growing Demand for Organic Cannabis

The Green Organic Dutchman participated in the renowned Cannabis Investor Conference held by New West Partners
TGOD received a 100 percent organic rating from Toronto-based Corporate Knights magazine
The company endeavors to become a global leader in the delivery of high-quality, sustainable cannabis

The Green Organic Dutchman Holdings Ltd. (TSX: TGOD) (OTCQX: TGODF), a company dedicated to producing organic cannabis using craft farming techniques, was one of the presenters at the Cannabis Investor Conference held by New West Partners on August 22, 2019, in San Francisco, California (http://nnw.fm/YY6Mv). Based in Hamilton, Ontario, The Green Organic Dutchman is committed to become a global leader in the delivery of premium-quality cannabis in compliance with the provisions of ACMPR and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (Canada).

Recently, TGOD received a 100 percent organic rating from Toronto-based Corporate Knights magazine (http://nnw.fm/Do74R). The company is one of the few in Canada licensed to cultivate organic cannabis. The Green Organic Dutchman is a pioneer in shifting from indoor farming to greenhouse cultivation, making use of solar energy and cutting electricity costs by up to 90 percent. Companies leading this effort are using glass-roofed greenhouses equipped with the latest high-tech equipment to produce ‘sun-grown’ organic cannabis (http://nnw.fm/3XkOg).

Canada has become a magnet for cannabis investors, with more than $1.3 billion raised by Canadian companies to date. The country has 58 licensed producers servicing a population of 36 million, but it only boasts two organic producers. Canada’s legal cannabis sector has been busy trying to meet heavy demand since legalization in October 2018, so companies have not given much thought into how the industry can track, disclose and better the sector’s ESG (environmental, social and governance) factors. However, where many companies refrain from taking on the social responsibility that should come from cultivation, TGOD rose to the occasion.

The Green Organic Dutchman has positioned itself as one of the industry’s most cost-efficient companies while still delivering high-quality organic cannabis used to improve the lives of its customers. TGOD holds licenses and is located in both Ontario and Quebec, which together have a population of 22 million Canadian residents. The company caters to both recreational users and Canada’s medical market.

TGOD has applied a different approach to running a sustainable and successful cannabis company. That approach includes:

Following the principle of “grow to scale” and concentrating on growing organic produce;
Controlling logistical and infrastructure departments;
Teaming up with the world’s second-largest power-management company, Eaton;
Teaming up with Canada’s second-largest construction management company, Ledcor; and
Creating a world-class CPG senior management team.

For more information, visit the company’s website at www.TGOD.ca

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Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (CSE: LXX) (OTCQX: LXRP) Sees Ever-Expanding Customer Base for DehydraTECH Drug Delivery Platform

Lexaria Bioscience recently announced its DehydraTECH(TM) patent for pharmaceutical applications of cannabinoids to treat certain disease conditions
Lexaria Bioscience’s patented DehydraTECH drug delivery platform can be used to deliver nicotine, cannabinoids and many other useful substances
The company has roughly 60 patents pending in countries around the world for its DehydraTECH drug delivery platform

Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (CSE: LXX) (OTCQX: LXRP) is at the forefront of the development of useful biotechnology products and has played a pivotal role in developing a way to deliver substances to the brain via non-inhalation methods through the development of a novel drug delivery platform.

The DehydraTECH drug delivery platform was developed by Lexaria Bioscience Corp. and has already received patents in both the United States and Australia, most recently for pharmaceutical applications of cannabinoids to treat certain disease conditions (http://nnw.fm/NqA1G). In addition, patents are also pending in over 40 countries around the world. The delivery method can be used in a variety of forms, including in edible foods and beverages, and the technology has several benefits and applications for the pharmaceutical industry.

This innovative technology can be used to safely deliver nicotine and a range of other substances, including cannabidiol, to the body via ingestion rather than inhalation. It has been recognized that inhalation is dangerous and associated with other medical problems. Thus, finding an alternative means for the effective and safe delivery of substances which have traditionally been inhaled is advantageous. A total of nine corporations have signed 11 definitive contracts to use Lexaria’s revolutionary DehydraTECH drug delivery platform, and its client base continues to expand exponentially.

It is clearly a benefit to find and use edible or drinkable products as a way of delivering substances to the bloodstream. It is also beneficial that the delivery system works in beverages, for individuals who may be having trouble eating solid foods. Consequently, new patent applications related to the recent innovations have been filed by Lexaria (http://nnw.fm/f74WE).

This patented delivery system works in such a way that the required substance can be absorbed by the gastrointestinal system. This is an important development, since previous edible products containing substances such as nicotine were found to be poorly absorbed from the gut, which meant that they were not very effective for the purposes of delivering the nicotine in a safe manner. In addition, no sugar additives are needed, since this product blocks any unpleasant or bitter taste. This is a big benefit, because it means that unhealthy taste-enhancing substances do not need to be added to products to make them palatable. The DehydraTECH drug delivery platform also enables the substances to bypass first phase liver metabolism.

Lexaria’s DehydraTECH drug delivery platform has been shown to rapidly deliver nicotine and cannabidiol to the brain. In general, the ingestion of nicotine and cannabinoids in this way means that far more of the substance is absorbed than through other means of edible ingestion, which is a distinct advantage. Lexaria, through its relationship with Canada’s National Research Council (“NRC”), also continues to investigate what interactions take place at the molecular level between nicotine polacrilex formulations and DehydraTECH’s methodology in order to continually improve on DehydraTECH and expand scientific understanding of its processes.

The platform does work very well in delivering non-psychoactive cannabinoids, which have been recognized as beneficial in treating many ailments (http://nnw.fm/5J3Md). In a human clinical test, DehydraTECH achieved a 319 percent higher CBD blood concentration compared with other systems within 30 minutes of ingestion.

Cannabidiol is a helpful substance that has potential for the treatment of many medical conditions, and a quick uptake of the substance is important in people who desire rapid relief of unpleasant symptoms such as nausea and pain. The CBD acts on special receptors in the brain which causes changes in how the nervous system functions (http://nnw.fm/oJxH1).

There is scientific evidence to substantiate many of the health benefits of CBD. Besides helping to alleviate symptoms of nausea, CBD has been found to work well in patients who have seizure disorders such as Dravet syndrome and Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, which are difficult to treat by conventional means. The cannabinoid also helps with pain and even anxiety.

Inhalation may be a quicker route for getting cannabinoids and certain other substances into the brain, but it is harmful to the body, which is why this new delivery technology is preferable. Lexaria Bioscience Corp. has 16 patents granted for DehydraTECH for the safe, rapid and effective delivery of cannabidiol.

A further advantage of the platform is that several other fat-soluble substances can be delivered using the DehydraTECH drug delivery platform. For instance, the DehydraTECH delivery system can be used for the rapid delivery and gastrointestinal uptake of substances including fat-soluble vitamins, such as vitamin A and E, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, such as acetylsalicylic acid and ibuprofen. There is also potential for the use of DehydraTECH to deliver drugs that can help with nervous system disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease. This is helpful, since the blood-brain barrier has sometimes been an obstacle for the delivery of drugs to the brain. Lexaria attributes its recent commercial success largely to its rapidly expanding body of scientific results that prove the superior capabilities of its patented technologies.

For more information, visit the company’s website at www.LexariaBioscience.com

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Wildflower Brands Inc. (CSE: SUN) (OTCQB: WLDFF) Building Global Cannabis Company Featuring Premier Plant-Based Health and Wellness Products

Wildflower Brands recently completed its acquisition of City Cannabis Corp. in a deal that includes four operating retail cannabis stores and renovations to additional locations
Wildflower holds 14 licenses for cannabis cultivation, manufacturing, distribution and retail in California, the world’s largest cannabis market
Expansion plans into Europe’s CBD market are underway via an agreement with Poland-based wellness distribution company Two Towers

Wildflower Brands Inc. (CSE: SUN) (OTCQB: WLDFF) continues its expansion of retail, online sales and production capacity in both Canada and the United States, building on its strategic goal of becoming a global wellness leader. Its recent acquisition of City Cannabis Corp., which currently serves the Vancouver, British Columbia, cannabis market, included four retail cannabis stores and the renovation of additional retail locations.

The purchase of City Cannabis Corp. expands Wildflower’s reach and strengthens the company’s status as a leading brand-focused industry leader in the cannabis and CBD industry (http://nnw.fm/V9xwW). City Cannabis has been turning a profit in dispensary operations since Vancouver started licensing cannabis retailers, posting revenues of $1.8 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2019.

“City Cannabis is no doubt the fastest growing multiple location cannabis retailer in British Columbia,” Wildflower CEO William MacLean said in a news release. “The team has demonstrated their ability to find the best locations, but more importantly, the knowledge and ability to work with regulators at all levels has meant success in licensing that is unmatched.”

Wildflower also expanded its retail presence in the U.S. with the launch of its wellness products in more than 260 Dillard’s department stores. The initial purchase order from Dillard’s is significant, MacLean said in a news release, since it enables Wildflower to enter new markets in several U.S. states (http://nnw.fm/d7fZR).

“Launching into Dillard’s will double the number of retail locations we are in overnight. Our strategy is to build off our established brand equity in these key markets that can catapult us into becoming a household name,” MacLead continued. “Dillard’s has the respect and reputation as a retailer that fits in with our loyal following. I am looking forward to bringing the wellness and health benefits of CBD through Wildflower’s products to Dillard’s clientele.”

Wildflower’s CBD-infused products can also be found at wellness guru Joel Warren’s ‘The Salon Project’ at Saks Fifth Avenue in New York City (http://nnw.fm/C2LaA). Warren is a celebrity beauty and wellness icon who has been a leader in the hair care industry for more than 30 years. The Salon Project at Saks Fifth Avenue features a full salon and lounge space, a VIP treatment room and a curated “shop-in-shop” CBD beauty corner.

The lucrative U.S. CBD market is estimated to grow to $22 billion by 2022 (http://nnw.fm/iS6tV) and $75 billion by 2030 (http://nnw.fm/uji4F). With the inclusion of Dillard’s stores, Wildflower products are now in distribution in 600 locations across America.

“In this soon-to-explode global CBD marketplace, those with the most recognized brands that have developed a loyal customer base will emerge as the world leaders,” MacLean said. “Our strategy is to build off our established brand equity in these key markets and partner with brands that can catapult us into becoming a household name.”

For more information, visit the company’s website at www.WildflowerBrands.co

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Wednesday, September 4, 2019

Tinley Beverage Company (CSE: TNY) (OTCQX: TNYBF) Manufacturing Cannabis-Infused Beverages and DSD Services for California Distributors

Pure-play cannabis-infused beverage manufacturer Tinley Beverage Company (CSE: TNY) (OTCQX: TNYBF) recently announced that it has completed the buildout of its permanent bottling facility in Long Beach, California. The company is currently producing its five alcohol-inspired cannabis beverages via a temporary manufacturer, making it one of the only publicly traded companies and the only pure play that now has cannabis beverages in the market.

Tinley’s 20,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art-facility is purpose-built for cannabis beverage production, and the company reported that its line is capable of producing at least one million bottles per month, with a space plan for two additional lines that would accommodate additional formats such as shot bottles and cans. The company’s products currently retail for between $6 and $45 per bottle, suggesting revenue capacity that exceeds $100 million, even if not fully utilized.

Leveraging the experience of its president, Rick Gillis, who was previously the president of the second-largest alcohol distributor in the western U.S. (Young’s Market Company, which generates $3 billion annually in sales), Tinley is offering a suite of beverage-specific DSD services to existing California cannabis distributors. This enables such distributors to offer the additional merchandising and other services that beverage DSD distributors offer that typically aren’t required for other consumer product categories. This enables existing cannabis distributors to offer these additional services without having to invest in a reconfiguration of their sales forces or fleets for beverages.

Another heavy-hitter on Tinley’s team is Ted Zittell, who was previously a president of Cott, which at the time was the third-largest beverage company in the world after Coke and Pepsi. Cott’s core business was offering co-packing, branding and merchandising services to help consumer and lifestyle brands extend their offerings into the cola business. Tinley’s team has done this for 100+ such brands and intends to use the same process for helping mainstream beverage and other consumer brands create cannabis beverages. This service effectively positions Tinley to provide a full-service solution for any such companies that want to create offerings in the cannabis beverage industry.

Completion of Tinley’s production site comes on the heels of the company providing the keynote presentation at the first-ever Cannabis Drinks Expo, which recently took place in San Francisco, California. The expo was organized by the internationally recognized Beverage Trade Network, representing the increasingly mainstream standing of the burgeoning category.

Tinley discussed how the science of infusing cannabis into beverages is no longer a challenge, thanks to the multitude of companies that now offer these solutions on competitive terms. These solutions enable beverage companies to provide consumers with an enjoyable full-flower effect, comparable to vaping, with rapid onset times and no trace of cannabis taste.

With science no longer a challenge, Tinley indicated that the next hurdle is infrastructure. Consumers of mainstream alcohol and health beverages are accustomed to lower prices and elaborate drink shelf merchandising, largely as a result of the extensive beverage infrastructure that has been installed across the country over the past 100 years. Cannabis beverages remain more expensive than comparable single-serve alcohol products like beer and wine coolers, largely because the country’s beverage infrastructure isn’t cannabis-licensed. Further, dispensaries don’t typically give premium shelf space to beverages, given the nascency of the category.

Overcoming the price and merchandising hurdles requires scaled bottling facilities, as well as the addition of the type of merchandising services that are typically provided by traditional beverage DSD distributors. The completion of Tinley’s large-scale, purpose-built bottling and DSD facility solves this problem.

With science and infrastructure now “solved,” Tinley expects 2019 to be a “breakout” year for the cannabis-infused beverage industry. MolsonCoors CEO Mark R. Hunter was quoted as saying that he felt cannabis beverage could grow to 20-30 percent of the cannabis industry. There are a lot of ‘ifs’ to make this happen, but, if science and infrastructure are indeed fully solved as they now appear to be, this large market share might not be that much of a stretch as mainstream consumers seek to enter cannabis without having to smoke.

Hunter’s forecast suggests a $1 billion beverage category growing to $3-5 billion in California alone as the state’s cannabis industry grows (and 10-times that as cannabis becomes legal across the country). At minimum, beverage should hit the 11 percent share that mainstream beverages have in retail stores – the largest single category in grocery stores – which suggests a $300 million to $3 billion opportunity in California. Of course, it requires availability in lounges and other on-premise locations to truly soar (in addition to the at-home channels that are currently available), but these kinds of lounges are rapidly opening up in California and Nevada, and no doubt other states and Canada will follow. On that note, Tinley is well on its way to opening up shop in Canada, where Cott is headquartered, which should attract a whole new wave of visibility and opportunity.

The company indicated that it is committed to remaining a pure-play cannabis beverage company so that it remains an effective vehicle for public market investors looking to participate in this fast-growing subcategory within the cannabis industry. As a pure play, it is unaffected by changes in cultivation, extraction, edibles or other product categories, so its returns should be reflective of the growth that’s expected from beverages. The company’s investors will benefit from economics not only from the company’s own Tinley-branded products, which have received spectacular reviews and awards in their own right, but also from a diversified (and presumably large) lineup of beverages from the company’s co-packing clients.

For more information, visit the company’s website at www.DrinkTinley.com

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