Thursday, December 28, 2023

HEMP BioSciences Inc. a Wholly-owned Division of WEED Inc. Receives Full Suite of Industrial Hemp Licenses From State of Arizona

 

WEED Inc. subsidiary will begin buildout of its cGMP certified kitchen to begin manufacturing of consumer-packaged goods

TUCSON, Ariz., Dec. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — via IBN – WEED Inc. (OTCQB: BUDZ), (“WEED,” “HEMP” or the “Company”), a global cannabis and hemp bioresearch company based in the U.S. focused on the development and application of cannabis–derived compounds for the treatment of human and animal diseases, announces today that it intends to expand into consumer packaged goods utilizing the Company’s rare Landrace strains including Original Panama Red, Acapulco Gold, Red Bud Colombian and Santa Marta Gold.

WEED Inc aims to shape the future of the cannabis industry.

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WEED Inc. subsidiaries are operating in the U.S., Australia and Israel

Nicole Marie Breen, COO of HEMP BioSciences Inc., said: “HEMP has been issued all required licenses for Industrial HEMP; Growing, Nursery, Harvester, Transporter and Processor licenses under Title 3-Chapter 2-Article 4.1 of The Arizona Department of Agriculture. With the renewal of our hemp licenses, we are now in the process of acquiring a cGMP certification to ensure the highest quality products, while protecting the public in this highly regulated industry. We believe HEMP’s CBD gummies, oils, cremes, tinctures, balms, both broad and full spectrum, will maximize the entourage effects under the strictest manufacturing processes globally.”

Jeffery Miller, CEO of HEMP BioSciences, adds: “Hemp is a botanical class of cannabis sativa cultivars belonging to the same plant species Cannabis Sativa L. Our hemp is carefully processed under supercritical CO2 extraction of hemp flowers. Our cGMP kitchen will provide a pure, clean complete extraction process that yields the maximum levels of hemp’s natural phenotypes with natural terpenes added for the perfect flavor and textures. This provides increased absorption, higher bioavailability and greater effectiveness for the consumer or patient.

“HEMP’s proprietary strains vary in phytochemical properties that contain no more than 0.3% THC in dried condition for sale under our current licensing,” Miller continued. “Our products are high in active phytonutrients and are grown, cultivated, harvested and processed in the USA. Cannabis is a genus of flowering plants in the family Cannabaceae…. Happy New Year!”

About WEED Inc:

WEED Inc is a leading cannabis company dedicated to delivering exceptional products and experiences to the cannabis consumer market. With operations spanning Israel, Australia and the USA, the company focuses on innovation, quality and sustainability. Through strategic acquisitions and partnerships, WEED Inc aims to shape the future of the cannabis industry.

WEED, Inc.’s Subsidiaries past comments:

WEED Israel (Cannabis) Ltd. “After over 4 years of putting human clinical trials and product development on hold due to COVID and now the war, WEED Israel is still poised and anxious to build out our global brands in both pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical categories, starting with women’s health and veterans’ ailments (PTSD) to healthy green alternative medicines,” stated Elliot Kwestel, managing director of WEED Israel (Cannabis) Ltd. based outside Jerusalem.

Kwestel further commented, “WEED Israel looks to enrich and expand our clinical trials with both THC and cannabinoid studies to promote healthy living for generations to come.”

WEED Australia Ltd. and The Cannabis Institute of Australia (C.I.A.), our Australian non-profit arm, based in Queensland on the Gold Coast.

Corporate Director Patrick Brodnik stated, “With the new rules out governing cannabis and hemp in Australia and the announcement in February 2021 to allow over-the-counter CBD medicines in pharmacies, now after Covid, timing is perfect to begin our clinical trials in Israel and Australia to bring new curative products to market as we close out COVID mandates this year.”

Managing Director Amanda Brunskill-Scott commented, “Next year, in 2024, the future of USA & Australia decriminalizing cannabis and hemp globally will prove to be a giant leap forward for worldwide cannabis legalization.”

WEED Hong Kong Ltd. Director Nicole Breen agrees, “The pandemic has affected all of us on a worldwide basis. Healing our planet with natural therapies, treatments and eventual “cures” utilizing nature’s own Cannabaceae plant with its many properties, both with high tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD) compounds, I believe will change the force of medicine forever in the years to come. We look forward to an exciting year-end and a Prosperous 2024”

Caution Regarding Cannabis Operations in the United States:

Any investors should note that there are significant legal restrictions and regulations that govern the cannabis industry in the United States. While legal in certain states, cannabis remains a Schedule I drug under the U.S. Controlled Substances Act, making it illegal under federal law in the United States to, among other things, cultivate, distribute or possess cannabis.

That all financial transactions involving proceeds generated by, or intended to promote, cannabis-related business activities in the United States may form the basis for prosecution under applicable U.S. federal money laundering legislation.  Investors should carefully read the risk factors and disclosures contained in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission before making any decision to invest in our Company.

Forward-Looking Information:

This news release contains “forward-looking information” within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Forward-looking information contained in this press release may be identified by the use of words such as, “may,” “potential,” “would,” “could,” “will,” “likely,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “intend,” “plan,” “forecast,” “project,” “estimate,” “outlook” and other similar expressions, and include statements with respect to any future revenue and profits. Forward-looking information is not a guarantee of future performance and is based upon a number of estimates and assumptions of management in light of management’s experience and perception of trends, current conditions and expected developments, as well as other factors relevant in the circumstances, including assumptions in respect of current and future market conditions, the current and future regulatory environment; and the availability of licenses, approvals and permits.  Although the Company believes that the expectations and assumptions on which such forward-looking information is based are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on the forward-looking information because the Company can give no assurance that they will prove to be correct. Actual results and developments may differ materially from those contemplated by these statements. Forward-looking information is subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events or results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking information. The statements in this press release are made as of the date of this release. The Company disclaims any intent or obligation to update any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or results or otherwise, other than as required by applicable securities laws for the relevant country.

Legal Notice:

That the information is provided for convenience only, it is not investment advice and may not be relied upon in considering an investment in WEED, Inc. No representation or warranty, express or implied, is made as to the accuracy or completeness of any information contained herein, and any investment decision should be based solely on the information contained in the offering circular and related materials, and the investors independent research. We advise that no representations or warranty, express or implied, is made as to the future performance of any investment in WEED, Inc. or that investors will or are likely to achieve favorable results, will make any profit at all or will be able to avoid incurring a loss on their investment. In addition, all prospective investors are encouraged to consult with their financial, tax, accounting, or other advisors to determine whether an investment in WEED, Inc. is suitable for them.

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Wednesday, December 27, 2023

Ucore Rare Metals Inc. (TSX.V: UCU) (OTCQX: UURAF) Gets Tax Exemption for US REE Processing Project, Subcontractors Also Selected

 

  • Canadian metals supply company Ucore Rare Metals Inc. is focused on establishing North American independence in the production of rare earth elements (“REEs”) vital to modern computerized technologies
  • China currently dominates the global market for mining, processing and product creation for REEs, raising concerns that governmental controls over its industries could hamstring supplies Western nations need for everything from cell phones to fighter jet parts
  • Ucore is preparing to establish commercial operations for REE refining and processing using the company’s trademarked RapidSX(TM) solution, which has demonstrated significant economical and environmental improvement over the standard SX separation technology
  • The company recently announced execution of a tax exemption contract in Louisiana, where it will build the first commercial facility, and the company has selected initial construction contractors to get the process under way

Strategic metals enterprise Ucore Rare Metals (TSX.V: UCU) (OTCQX: UURAF) is wrapping up the year by presenting its shareholders a soft construction launch for work at the Louisiana site where the company will build its important rare earth element (“REE”) processing plant.

Ucore announced on December 12 that Louisiana’s governor has executed the contract that will exempt Ucore from some $8.2 million in projected taxes over the next decade, that construction engineering services and construction contracting services subcontractors have been selected, and that members of the Louisiana site program team have begun the “copy & paste” transition process of adapting the technology tested at Ucore’s Canadian demonstration site to the Louisiana facility.

“The recent trip to Ucore’s Kingston, Ontario, RapidSX(TM) Demo Plant really reinforced the size, scale, and importance to North America of what Ucore is working to accomplish for the electric vehicle industry,” Ralph Hennessy, the director of the Louisiana “England Airpark” site, stated in the company’s news release about the progress (https://nnw.fm/rWU3w). “They have assembled a very capable team to construct their facility at the England Airpark, representing a significant milestone in Louisiana’s pathway to a multi-energy economy.”

Ucore’s “Strategic Metals Complex” (“SMC”) in Louisiana represents the fulfillment of efforts to establish a Western-nation supply chain for REEs that is not dependent on China’s industrial domination in the industry. REEs perform crucial functions in modern computerized technologies.

“Knowing that we have local, regional and state support, coupled with federal support through the U.S. Department of Defense and, most recently, from the Government of Canada truly provides a North American solution as we focus on keeping manufacturing jobs in the United States and Canada,” Ucore VP & Chief Operating Officer Mike Schrider, P.E., stated.

For months, Ucore has been demonstrating the capability of RapidSX(TM) REE processing technology in a head-to-head output challenge against the industry standard for REE solvent extraction (known as CSX, or simply SX) at the test facility in Kingston, Ontario. The SMC in Alexandria, Louisiana, will use RapidSX(TM) to produce REEs at commercial scale, building up to 7,500 metric tons of total rare earth oxide (“TREO”) production from an initial 2,000 metric tons startup.

While China has developed its REE mining and processing industries, similar industries in the Americas and other nations have virtually disappeared during recent decades because of economic factors and pollution concerns. RapidSX(TM) offers an improvement over the standard process for teasing the 17 REE metals out of their host ores — a complex process Ucore is managing with a smaller footprint and less demand for electricity.

“The (standard) rare earths refining process can be very finicky,” University of Arizona’s mining and geological engineering department chief Kray Luxbacker told The Economic Times recently (https://nnw.fm/i7oWO). “There are just so many complex steps.”

Once the Louisiana SMC is operational and receiving feedstock from Western mining operations, Ucore will beginning turning its sights toward building two additional planned SMCs in the United States and Canada. The company also owns a rare earths deposit in Alaska that it may tap to mine REEs itself at some point in the future.

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

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Vision Marine Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: VMAR) Leading Way for Clean-Energy Use in the Marine Sector

 

  • More than a trillion dollars is being invested in clean-energy technologies worldwide
  • Vision Marine Technology’s proprietary powertrains will be the inaugural electric motors installed on the Four Winns H2e Bowrider
  • Order for E-Motion(TM) 180E outboard and powertrain systems marks beginning of transformative partnership with Wired Pontoons

The worldwide clean-energy movement is happening at an amazing rate, according to a recent NPR interview, with an estimated $1.7 trillion being invested in related technologies (https://nnw.fm/9BR6x). Vision Marine Technologies (NASDAQ: VMAR), a global leader and innovator within the performance electric recreational boating industry, is pioneering the clean-energy transition on the water, selling 100% electric boats, outboard motors and technology to the marine industry.

“Thing are moving at such an astonishing pace,” reported the NPR piece, which noted that “huge swaths” of the country are turning away from fossil fuels as an energy source and investing in other renewable energy sources. “An astonishing stat was this year, about $1.7 trillion worldwide was going to be invested in clean energy technologies — wind, solar power, electric vehicles, nuclear batteries — compared with $1 trillion on fossil fuels. So the amount of money going into it is just staggering. And we keep seeing these records broken.

“The International Energy Agency, for years, they would put out this forecast of how much wind, how much solar, how many electric vehicles they expect in the coming years,” the report continued. “And every year, it would turn out that they just way underestimated the speed of the transition. So it’s something that’s caught even the experts who study this for a living by surprise.”

Vision Marine Technologies is certainly part of this tide of green-energy transformation. In the last several weeks, the company announced the “landmark” delivery of its E-Motion(TM) Electric Powertrain technology to the production facility of Groupe Beneteau, Four Winns (https://nnw.fm/2ZtUU). According to the company, these powertrains will be the inaugural electric motors installed on the Four Winns H2e Bowrider.

Calling the delivery “a strategic move to underscore the dawn of a new era in ecofriendly marine transport,” Vision Marine noted that the Four Winns boats will be showcased at the elite Dusseldorf boat show in Europe in January 2024. Recognized for presenting breakthroughs in the boating world, the show offers an ideal platform to highlight the exceptional capabilities and innovations of the E-Motion(TM) powered boats. After the show, stated the company, the E-Motion(TM) 180E equipped boats will be delivered to their ultimate owner, marking a significant milestone: the first-ever electric boats coming off the Four Winns production line destined for consumer ownership.

“The pioneering efforts of Groupe Beneteau and their dedicated production team in crafting a specialized assembly line for electric boats not only sets the course for the future but also fortifies Four Winns with a distinct advantage against any subsequent boat manufacturer venturing into electrification,” said Vision Marine CEO Alexandre Mongeon.

In addition, Vision Marine announced that it had received an initial purchase order from Wired Pontoons for its proprietary E-Motion(TM) 180E outboard and powertrain systems (https://nnw.fm/GT02E). The order “marks the beginning of a transformative partnership,” VMAR officials noted, as Wired is committed to respond to the growing marine consumer demand for electric marine propulsion.

Wired has spent the last year extensively testing the performance of its pontoons equipped with Vision Marine’s systems, resulting in this inaugural order. “We are excited to collaborate with Vision Marine, starting with an order of 25 E-Motion systems,” said Wired president Curt Jensen. “Over the past 12 months, we’ve seen a decline in the demand for internal combustion engine pontoons, with our customers increasingly seeking ecofriendly alternatives. After evaluating various options, we found the E-Motion(TM) system to be the ideal fit for our clientele.”

Mongeon noted that the U.S. pontoon market is significant, and pontoon users are prime candidates for the E-Motion(TM) 180E. “Since 2021, several pontoon brands have been testing our systems, and we are honored that Curt Jensen’s Wired Pontoons has joined this pioneering group,” he said.

Vision Marine Technologies is in the business of designing and manufacturing electric outboard powertrain systems and related technologies. The company strives to be a guiding force for change and an ongoing driving factor in fighting the problems associated with waterway pollution by disrupting the traditional boating industry with electric power.

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

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