MissionIRNewsBreaks – Flora Growth Corp. (NASDAQ: FLGC) Focused on International Strategy to Reach ‘Larger Consumer Base’

 Flora Growth Corp. (NASDAQ: FLGC) CEO Luis Merchan is quoted in a recent article saying, “International growth is a key objective of our company’s strategy.” Earlier this year, the company completed the acquisition of 100% equity interests of Just Brands LLC and High Roller Private Label LLC, owners of the JustCBD brand, in a move by Flora Growth to explore global expansion opportunities and increase its customer database. The article reads: “By mid-May 2022, Flora Growth had already announced the expansion of its operational footprint in Europe and the United Kingdom to further its international growth strategy… In what marks a noteworthy milestone for Flora Growth and its expansion plan, the company announced that JustCBD would launch its Novel Foods registered CBD products on Amazon.co.uk… ‘The launch on Amazon UK allows Flora to reach a larger consumer base in search of quality CBD products. We are excited to continue expanding our operations in Europe and to deliver top-quality cannabis-related products to customers aiming to improve their health and wellness,’ said Merchan.”

To view the full article, visit https://ibn.fm/lbWN8

About Flora Growth Corp.

Flora is building a connected, design-led collective of plant-based wellness and lifestyle brands delivering the most compelling customer experiences in the world, one community at a time. As the operator of one of the most extensive outdoor cannabis cultivation facilities, Flora leverages natural, cost-effective cultivation practices to supply cannabis derivatives to its commercial, house of brands and life sciences divisions. Visit www.FloraGrowth.com or follow @floragrowthcorp on social media for more information.

NOTE TO INVESTORS: The latest news and updates relating to FLGC are available in the company’s newsroom at https://ibn.fm/FLGC 

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MissionIRNewsBreaks – Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (NASDAQ: LEXX) Leveraging DehydraTECH(TM) to Stand Distinct, Push Brand

 Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (NASDAQ: LEXX) acknowledges consumers’ shift away from smoking cigarettes to nicotine alternatives, which has resulted in the growth of the nicotine pouch and nicotine replacement therapy (“NRT”) markets. Through its patented DehydraTECH technology, Lexaria looks to tap into the multibillion-dollar nicotine alternatives industry and stamp its position. “In a move that sought to prove DehydraTECH’s superiority, Lexaria conducted an oral nicotine absorption study in 2021. The research showed that Lexaria’s DehydraTECH-nicotine delivered via an oral pouch product dispensed enough nicotine levels in blood plasma in four minutes, as concentration-matched controls did in 45 minutes. In addition, peak levels of DehydraTECH-nicotine proved to be approximately ten times higher than the peak level of the controls,” a recent article reads. “With key industry players such as Altria Group, British American Tobacco Industries, Philip Morris International, and GlaxoSmithKline PLC embracing a transition to a smoke-free future, Lexaria isn’t being left behind. Instead, it recognizes the existing opportunity and is capitalizing on its DehydraTECH technology to set itself apart from its peers and aggressively push its brand in the market.”

To view the full article, visit https://ibn.fm/yC9hR

About Lexaria Bioscience Corp.

Lexaria’s patented drug delivery technology, DehydraTECH(TM), improves the way active pharmaceutical ingredients (“APIs”) enter the bloodstream by promoting more effective oral delivery. Since 2016, DehydraTECH has repeatedly demonstrated the ability to increase bio-absorption with cannabinoids, antiviral drugs, PDE5 inhibitors and more. DehydraTECH has also evidenced an ability to deliver some drugs more effectively across the blood brain barrier. Lexaria operates a licensed in-house research laboratory and holds a robust intellectual property portfolio with 25 patents granted and over 50 patents pending worldwide. For more information, visit the company’s website at www.LexariaBioscience.com.

NOTE TO INVESTORS: The latest news and updates relating to LEXX are available in the company’s newsroom at https://ibn.fm/LEXX 

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MissionIRNewsBreaks provide a rapid summary of corporate news that catch the attention of MissionIR. MissionIRNewsBreaks are created by our Team of professional journalists that keep a constant eye on the markets, these posts are designed to inform you on the latest happenings of our clients and other publicly traded companies on our radar. From earnings, acquisitions and agreements to conference attendance and clinical study results, our news breaks keep you up-to-date with the day’s top movers. MissionIR is primarily focused on strategic communications. We have executed countless communications programs to address the needs of companies ranging from start-ups to established industry leaders, gaining valuable experience and the expertise necessary to determine the most effective strategy for any given situation.

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MissionIRNewsBreaks – Pressure BioSciences Inc. (PBIO) Enters ‘Pivotal’ Agreement for Nanoemulsified CBD Spray for Oral Use

 Pressure BioSciences (OTCQB: PBIO), a leader in the development and sale of broadly enabling, pressure-based instruments, consumables, and specialty testing services to the worldwide biotechnology, biotherapeutics, nutraceuticals, cosmetics, agrochem and food/beverage industries, is partnering with Safer Medical of Montana (“SMM”) in an exclusive distribution agreement. SMM is a seasoned distributor of wellness products with a focus on veterans. The new partnership entails an agreement for production, distribution, commercial roll-out and finances for a novel, effectively water-soluble, nanoemulsified CBD spray for oral use. According to the announcement, SMM’s roll-out and distribution plan anticipates revenues of $3 million or more over the first 12-months post-release of the product, with PBI receiving more than $1 million in revenues. This will be the first commercial product that utilizes Pressure BioSciences’ patented Ultra Shear Technology(TM) platform. “This first UST commercialization and partnering agreement with Captain Ackerson and Safer Medical of Montana is a pivotal transition moment in the history of PBI,” said Pressure BioSciences president and CEO Richard T. Schumacher in the press release. “We are expecting to announce significant additional agreements in the very near future, specifically in markets with an expected quick ramp to revenue, such as cosmetics, agrochem and nutraceuticals. We also believe that our co-leadership role in the Food Industry Consortium with partner The Ohio State University, whose mission is to introduce the UST platform to food and beverage companies worldwide, will soon result in additional revenue-generating agreements. We expect that the substantial revenue expected from these future agreements will accelerate balance sheet improvements and help finance PBI’s operations, investments, growth and trajectory to profitability before the end of 2023.”

To view the full press release, visit https://ibn.fm/gu9N5

About Pressure BioSciences Inc.

Pressure BioSciences is a leader in the development and sale of innovative, broadly enabling, pressure-based solutions for the worldwide life sciences and other industries. PBIO’s products are based on the unique properties of both constant (i.e., static) and alternating, or pressure cycling technology (“PCT”) hydrostatic pressure. PCT is a patented-enabling technology platform that uses alternating cycles of hydrostatic pressure between ambient and ultra-high levels to safely and reproducibly control biomolecular interactions (e.g., cell lysis, biomolecule extraction). The company’s primary focus is on the development of PCT-based products for biomarker and target discovery, drug design and development, biotherapeutics characterization and quality control, soil and plant biology, forensics and counter-bioterror applications. Additionally, major new market opportunities have emerged for the use of PBIO’s pressure-based technologies in the following areas: (1) the use of its recently acquired, patented technology from BaroFold Inc. (the “BaroFold” technology) to allow entry into the bio-pharma contract services sector, and (2) the use of its recently patented, scalable, high-efficiency, pressure-based Ultra Shear Technology platform to (i) create stable nanoemulsions of otherwise immiscible fluids (e.g., oils and water) and to (ii) prepare higher quality, homogenized, extended shelf-life or room-temperature, stable, low-acid liquid foods that cannot be effectively preserved using existing nonthermal technologies. For more information, visit the company website at www.PressureBioSciences.com.

NOTE TO INVESTORS: The latest news and updates relating to PBIO are available in the company’s newsroom at http://ibn.fm/PBIO

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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 2023
• The 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 recently announced signing two agreements with BevNology LLC, the product and development arm of InterContinental Beverage Capital (“IBC”), operating its state-of-the-art lab and manufacturing facility just outside of Atlanta, Georgia. This announcement only furthers Lexaria’s leverage of the market, with the company’s patented DehydraTECH(TM) technology having already been embraced by several consumer packaged goods brands, with availability in over 7,000 stores throughout the United States and Japan, including direct-to-consumer online retail portals (https://ibn.fm/gLQzN).

The manufacturing operating agreement expands the production capabilities of Lexaria’s growing list of business-to-business clientele interested in purchasing DehydraTECH-powered active ingredients for packaged-goods brands. The new, state-of-the-art processing facility built by BevNology is operational, increasing and broadening production capabilities. This facility is currently serving Lexaria’s corporate clientele, with new equipment specific to DehydraTECH already installed.

The second agreement is a commercial license, empowering BevNology to offer the DehydraTECH products with active ingredients derived from hemp, including cannabidiol (“CBD”), under BevNology and partnered brands. The agreement is non-exclusive for powdered DehydraTECH formulations. For liquid formulations, the non-exclusivity is limited in the United States only, requiring certain minimum fee payments to maintain rights. Lexaria will receive royalties from BevNology for the utilization under this license, with exclusion only affecting Japan, the Republic of Korea, and the People’s Republic of China.

“These agreements build on a long-standing and very successful product development consulting relationship between Lexaria and the expert scientists and personnel at BevNology.” Lexaria CEO Chris Bunka said. “BevNology’s formulation and production capabilities are class leading, and we are confident that our new relationship with our trusted partner will propel new and exciting growth opportunities for both companies.”

In other recent news, Lexaria has filed its pre-IND meeting request letter with the United States Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) to initiate communication with the FDA regarding Lexaria’s development of the company’s DehydraTECH-CBD for potential hypertension treatment. The FDA has responded to and confirmed the company’s letter, with a target date of July 30, 2022, and disclosed the conditions in which Lexaria must meet prior to the meeting. Lexaria anticipates filing the full IND application in late 2022/early 2023 (https://ibn.fm/MpKmr).

“We are excited to take this important first regulatory step with the FDA for the development of our DehydraTECH-CBD for the treatment of hypertension,” stated John Docherty, President of Lexaria. “Submission of this request letter initiates formal communication with the FDA regarding our IND clinical trial plans in order to help define the critical path for clinical development and marketing approval of our potentially very significant new hypertension therapeutic.”

The hypertension treatment market is valued at approximately $28 billion per year and is expected to grow as one of the world’s top health problems as a subset of a larger heart disease market (https://ibn.fm/sIjQJ). There are over 1.1 billion people in the world suffering from hypertension, with fewer than 1 in 4 having successful control over it. The potential market size increases if an affordable drug were available with few or no side effects. Some reports indicate drugs for hypertension and related conditions are among the highest-selling category of drugs in the world (https://ibn.fm/oAxXN).

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

NOTE TO INVESTORS: The latest news and updates relating to LEXX are available in the company’s newsroom at https://ibn.fm/LEXX

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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 Europe
• Acquisitions have also contributed to 450% YOY revenue growth for Q1 2022
• Its management is confident that the foundation laid down so far will yield growth for 2022 and subsequent financial years
• Flora has also reiterated 2022 revenue guidance of $35 million to $45 million

2021 was an excellent year for Flora Growth (NASDAQ: FLGC). According to a recent research report from Zacks (https://ibn.fm/xnXve), the company possesses a number of important qualities pointing to continued significant growth following a strong 2021. Flora Growth management even regarded the past year as “transformational,” particularly following the closing of supplier, vendor, and distribution agreements that would see the company expand its operations, market reach, and product line.

With the progress made by the company so far, it is looking to benefit from a first-mover advantage in multiple market categories in terms of increased value for its shareholders, a higher market share, and increased revenue going forward.

The report went on to talk about 2021’s acquisition of Vessel Brand, Inc., a move that allowed the company to establish a foothold in the United States cannabis accessories business while improving its e-commerce capabilities. The year would also see the construction of an all-outdoor cultivation and on-site extraction facility in Colombia, one of the largest traditional flower exporters in the world and now able to export cannabis flowers.

Such moves position Flora to take advantage of the potential of the marijuana industry, particularly the medical marijuana sector. According to a report from Grand View Research, the global medical marijuana market size was valued at USD 11.0 billion in 2021 and is projected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (“CAGR”) of 21.6% from 2022 to 2030 (https://ibn.fm/orzCj).

Through its acquisitions, Flora has expanded its operations beyond North America and into Europe. The company’s investment in Hoshi International, for instance, opened it to the European Union (“EU”), allowing it to expand its global footprint that would further spread to Hong Kong, Latin America, and Israel.

The report also pointed out Flora’s Life Sciences pillar, one of its three key pillars of growth, focused on providing scientific-based research associated with cannabis. The other two pillars include Commercial and Wholesale and House of Brands. The company believes that, while offering the products in its portfolio is critical, educating consumers and potential customers is of the essence if the conversation around cannabis is to be advanced. Therefore, Flora remains committed to creating educational platforms and conducting research studies and clinical trials to develop plant-based, medical-grade pharmaceuticals, phytotherapeutics, and dietary supplements.

Through its acquisitions and growing distribution network, Flora was able to post a 450% year-over-year revenue growth for the first quarter of the 2022 financial year. As a result, its management is confident that, for the entire fiscal year, the company will post between $35 million and $45 million in revenue. 

This will be significantly influenced by the JustCBD acquisition, the awarding of an export quota for 43.6 tons of high-THC cannabis in Colombia, and the successful completion of the requisite steps to allow for the commercial planting and export of psychoactive cannabis.

Flora looks to reach cash flow breakeven as revenue continues to ramp, having closed the 2021 fiscal year with about $37.6 million in cash and a $21.4 million loss. 2021 was its first full year of revenue. Still, the company anticipates accelerating revenue growth in 2022 as it activates its Wholesale and Life Sciences growth units while simultaneously fueling expansion in the global House of Brands.

Flora is aggressively pushing its brand and advancing the conversation around cannabis. In addition, with its able management, Flora is recognizing and capitalizing on opportunities that others are yet to identify, placing it in a unique position that not only gives it a first-mover advantage, but also presents a unique opportunity for growth.

The full Zacks Small-Cap Research Report is available at https://ibn.fm/xnXve.

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

NOTE TO INVESTORS: The latest news and updates relating to FLGC are available in the company’s newsroom at https://ibn.fm/FLGC

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MissionIRNewsBreaks – GreenBox POS (NASDAQ: GBOX) Issues Letter to Shareholders

 GreenBox (NASDAQ: GBOX), an emerging and rapidly growing financial technology company, today announced a CEO letter to shareholders. In the letter, GBOX Chief Executive Officer Fredi Nisan discussed the company’s maturation over the years and his encouragement in the company’s accomplishments and future. “No doubt, we are keenly aware of volatile changes in the competitive landscape and business environment that have left numerous organizations rethinking their strategy. Nonetheless, we remain laser-focused on the long-term execution of our business strategy, with steadfast confidence in our highly differentiated technology,” Nisan stated. “Our commitment to driving shareholder value is not, and should not, be affected by short-term changes in the company share price. Our belief is that when you build a great company, the stock price will take care of itself. It is our responsibility to not only focus on this mission but also to clearly communicate to all stakeholders how we plan on achieving it. As such, this is the primary reason we are issuing this letter…”

To view the full press release, visit https://ibn.fm/4L6di

About GreenBox POS

GreenBox is an emerging financial technology company leveraging proprietary blockchain security to build customized payment solutions. The company’s applications enable an end-to-end suite of turnkey financial products with fraud detection technology, improving the efficiency of handling large-scale commercial processing volumes for its merchant clients. For more information, please visit the company’s website at www.GreenBoxPOS.com.

NOTE TO INVESTORS: The latest news and updates relating to GBOX are available in the company’s newsroom at https://ibn.fm/GBOX

About MissionIRNewsBreaks

MissionIRNewsBreaks provide a rapid summary of corporate news that catch the attention of MissionIR. MissionIRNewsBreaks are created by our Team of professional journalists that keep a constant eye on the markets, these posts are designed to inform you on the latest happenings of our clients and other publicly traded companies on our radar. From earnings, acquisitions and agreements to conference attendance and clinical study results, our news breaks keep you up-to-date with the day’s top movers. MissionIR is primarily focused on strategic communications. We have executed countless communications programs to address the needs of companies ranging from start-ups to established industry leaders, gaining valuable experience and the expertise necessary to determine the most effective strategy for any given situation.

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