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Trulieve to Open Medical Cannabis Dispensary in St. Petersburg, Florida
New Pinellas County location will host grand opening celebration Friday, April 11th
TALLAHASSEE, Fla., April 9, 2025 — Trulieve Cannabis Corp. (CSE: TRUL) (OTCQX: TCNNF) (“Trulieve” or “the Company”), a leading and top-performing cannabis company in the U.S., today announced the opening of a new medical cannabis dispensary in St. Petersburg, Florida.
A grand opening celebration will be held Friday, April 11th, beginning at 9 a.m., featuring music, specials, discounts, and opportunities to register for upcoming patient education sessions.
“This new dispensary provides St. Petersburg patients and caregivers an accessible location with a drive-through option,” said Trulieve’s Chief Executive Officer Kim Rivers. “We are proud to serve patients in Pinellas County with high quality medical cannabis products.”
Trulieve St. Pete Central, located at 3210 Central Avenue, will be open 9 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. on Sundays, offering drive-through, walk-in, and express pickup service.
The new dispensary will carry a wide variety of popular products including Trulieve’s portfolio of in-house brands such as Alchemy, Co2lors, Cultivar Collection, Modern Flower, Momenta, Muse, Roll One, Sweet Talk, and Trekkers. Customers will also have access to beloved partner brands such as Alien Labs, Bellamy Brothers, Binske, Black Tuna, Blue River, Connected Cannabis, DeLisioso, Khalifa Kush, Love’s Oven, Miami Mango, Seed Junky, and Sunshine Cannabis, all available exclusively at Trulieve in Florida.
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AYR Wellness Announces Changes to Management
MIAMI, April 4, 2025 — AYR Wellness Inc. (“AYR” or the “Company”) (CSE: AYR.A, OTCQX: AYRWF) a leading vertically integrated U.S. multi-state cannabis operator, announced that, effective today, Steven M. Cohen has stepped down as the Interim Chief Executive Officer of the Company. The AYR board of directors (the “Board”) has appointed Scott Davido as Interim Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Cohen served as Interim Chief Executive Officer from September 18, 2024, and will remain engaged as an advisor to the Company to support this transition.
Mr. Davido is a senior managing director at Ankura Consulting Group, a global advisory and business consulting firm. He previously served in the same role at FTI Consulting, leading companies in financial and operational transitions. Among his roles, Mr. Davido has previously served as Interim CEO of DCL Corporation, CEO of Advantage Rent a Car, and CEO of Experience.com (formerly Social Survey). Mr. Davido has also held senior executive roles at Calpine Corporation and NRG Energy.
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FLUENT Expands Hyer Kind Brand to the New York Market
Live Rosin Infused Pre-Rolls now available in New York
NEW YORK, April 04, 2025 — FLUENT Corp. (CSE: FNT.U) (OTCQB: CNTMF) (“FLUENT” or the “Company”), a national cannabis company operating under the FLUENT™ brand, is proud to announce the launch of Hyer Kind, a cosmic voyage into the world of premium cannabis, in the state of New York. Hyer Kind’s expertly crafted live rosin-infused pre-rolls “Boosters” are now available at all adult-use FLUENT retail stores throughout New York and its rapidly growing wholesale channels statewide. Designed for exceptional flavor and quality, these pre-rolls cater to the rising demand for infused options in the Empire State.
“We are thrilled to expand access to Hyer Kind products beyond Florida and now into New York,” said Robert Beasley, CEO of FLUENT. “As we grow our brand and product portfolio in New York, we remain committed to aligning our menu selection with Florida, ensuring consistency and familiarity for our patients and customers nationwide.”
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M&A Activity by Industry Sector 2025 vs. 2024 |
The Cultivation & Retail sector leads all sectors in total M&A transaction value with $589.9M in total deal consideration for the LTM period ended 4/4/25. This level of activity reflects continued consolidation among U.S. licensed operators. As Viridian has been highlighting over the past year this includes "intra-state" roll-ups by leading Single-State Operators ("SSOs").
The Infused Products & Extracts sector ranks second in total M&A consideration at $421.1M for this period. This level of activity reflects the increasing prominence of branded products in the sector, including hemp-derived infused products.
The Real Estate sector ranks third in total M&A consideration at $58.9M for this period. View This Week's Viridian Sector Deal Tracker For a Deeper Dive Into M&A and Capital Raise Transactions by Industry Sector
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Tilray Brands Reports Q3 Fiscal 2025 Financial Results
Tilray Confirms No Current Impact of Tariffs
Generated Net Revenue of $186 Million in the Third Quarter, $193 Million in Constant Currency; Strategic Initiatives and SKU Rationalization Impacted Revenue by $13 Million
Tilray Beverage Expands U.S. Distribution of Hemp-Derived THC Drinks Across 10 States, Increases Project 420 Cost Savings Plan to $33 Million
Tilray Cannabis Increased Gross Margins by 800 bps, Remains the Leader in Canada by Sales Performance, and Generates Strong Sales Growth in Germany
Strengthens Balance Sheet with Convertible Note Reduction of $58 Million and Total Debt Reduction of $71 Million, $248 Million Available in Cash and Marketable Securities
NEW YORK and LEAMINGTON, Ontario, April 08, 2025 — Tilray Brands, Inc. (“Tilray”, “our”, “we” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: TLRY; TSX: TLRY), a global lifestyle and consumer packaged goods company at the forefront of beverage, cannabis and wellness industries, today reported financial results for its third quarter ended February 28, 2025. All financial information in this press release is reported in U.S. dollars, unless otherwise indicated.
In response to the recently announced tariffs on international trade, Tilray conducted an analysis of the potential implications on its business. The analysis concluded that these tariffs should not impact sales. In the United States, Tilray’s American beverage brands are solely manufactured and distributed within the U.S. market. In Canada, Tilray’s cannabis brands are produced domestically for Canadian consumers. In Europe, Tilray manufactures medical cannabis brands and products for distribution across Europe and Australia. Regarding Tilray’s wellness business, Manitoba Harvest is currently exempt from the new tariffs.
Irwin D. Simon, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Tilray Brands, stated, “Tilray Brands is shaping the future of consumer markets with a robust global infrastructure spanning the beverage, cannabis, and wellness industries. We are meeting the needs of today’s consumers while preparing for the demands of tomorrow. In the third quarter, we prioritized sales quality and revenue, protected margins, reduced debt, and improved our capital structure. With a strong balance sheet and a clear vision for the future, Tilray is well positioned to capitalize on emerging opportunities and ensure long-term success.”
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Atwater Brewery Releases Atwater Light: Detroit’s Premium Light Craft Beer
Atwater Light Brings a Crafted Touch to Low-Calorie beer, Inspired by the Spirit of Detroit
DETROIT, April 07, 2025 — Atwater Brewing, Detroit’s renowned craft brewery and a craft beer brand of Tilray Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: TLRY and TSX: TLRY), is pleased to announce the launch of Atwater Light, a low-calorie, low-carb addition to its flagship line available year-round. This new product is now offered at local retailers and all three Atwater Tap Rooms and is anticipated to become a preferred choice for beer enthusiasts throughout Michigan.
Atwater Light is a light-bodied, refreshing brew with only 95 calories, 2.6 carbs per 12 oz serving, and 4.2% ABV. Crafted with German Noble hops for a traditional flavor and aroma, and Vienna malt for the perfect body and color, this beer offers a delightful drinking experience without the extra calories.
Carrie Shafir, Senior Brand Director at Tilray Beverages, stated, “Atwater’s beers honor the spirit of Detroit, and we brew our products for the hardworking people that work and live in this city. We are proud of our brewing heritage and community, and with the introduction of Atwater Light, we offer an honest light lager that suits any occasion, designed for maximum refreshment.”
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Canopy Growth Strengthens Balance Sheet with Optional Early Prepayment to Reduce Term Loan by US$100 Million
SMITHS FALLS, ON. April 1, 2025 — Canopy Growth Corporation (“Canopy Growth” or the “Company”) (TSX: WEED) (Nasdaq: CGC), a world-leading cannabis company dedicated to unleashing the power of cannabis to improve lives, announced today that it has made an optional early prepayment under its senior secured term loan (the “Term Loan”) in an aggregate principal amount equal to US$100 million at a discounted price of US$97.5 million. This results in interest expense savings of approximately US$13 million on an annualized basis.
“Canopy has further improved its balance sheet with this early prepayment by reducing our overall debt position as well as lowering annual interest costs,” said Judy Hong, CFO of Canopy Growth. “In addition, with this prepayment now made, we have no material debt obligation until September 2027.”
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Canopy Growth and Spectrum Therapeutics Announce Spectrum Reserve, A New Premium Medical Cannabis Brand
New Brand Features Premium Genetics, Selected for Potency, Terpenes, and Consistency
SMITHS FALLS, ON. April 2, 2025 — Canopy Growth Corporation (“Canopy Growth” or the “Company”) (TSX: WEED) (Nasdaq: CGC), a world-leading cannabis company dedicated to unleashing the power of cannabis to improve lives, has launched Spectrum Reserve, a new premium medical cannabis brand in Canada. Designed to meet the evolving needs of medical cannabis patients, Spectrum Reserve represents the peak of cannabis cultivation – featuring flower selected for size, potency, and terpene levels through rigorous in-house standards during cultivation and post-harvest.
Under this new program, Spectrum Reserve is expected to introduce new strains on a regular basis based on patient needs, preferences, and feedback. The strains which generate the most positive and consistent customer feedback will remain in market, while others will be phased out to make way for new genetics through a process of constant enhancement. This approach will help Spectrum Therapeutics consistently deliver new, premium quality strains to the medical cannabis market in Canada.
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BELOW ARE THE LINKS TO THE DIRECTORY OF FLORIDA CANNABIS DOCTORS AND
DISPENSARIES IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA |
QUALIFIED PATIENTS
OVER 907,000
AND 713 DISPENSING LOCATIONS |
LATEST OMMU REPORTS FROM OFFICE OF MEDICAL MARIJUANA USE IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA Highlights from
APRIL 4, 2025 Report BY THE NUMBERS
Qualified Patients: (Active ID Card) APR 04 2025- 907,575
MAR 28 2025- 905,556
MAR 21 2025- 905,006
MAR 14 2025- 903,790
MAR 07 2025- 902,566
FEB 28 2025- 902,647
Patients Last Week: 2,019
Qualified Ordering Physicians: 2,391
New Doctors Last Week: 0 Reporting Period: MAR 28 - APR 3, 2025
Amount of Medical Marijuana Dispensed - (mgs THC) 400,000,348
Amount of Low-THC Cannabis Dispensed - (mgs CBD) 33,195
Amount of Marijuana in a From for Smoking (oz) 133,999.886
Approved Dispensing Locations: 713
Added Last Week: 2 COOKIES- ORANGE PARK
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