Some of the best business ideas have been born on cocktail napkins in bars and restaurants around the world. When you get the right people together, with the right concept and shared ideals, anything is possible. That’s exactly what happened with Gro-Tech Systems.
New markets are boundless with potential, and while this is certainly true of the emergent cannabis markets in Canada and across many U.S. states, cannabusinesses are limited in how they can advertise their cannabrands and products.
San Luis Obispo, California is the home of Emerald Scientific, the first company to dedicate itself to the sale of scientific equipment exclusively for the cannabis industry. Its pioneering efforts have led to it hosting the Emerald Conference, which has grown since its inception to become a largely influential way of connecting various players in the industry. The company also runs a twice-yearly proficiency test which is now standard procedure. Cannabis Brightline spoke with Emerald Scientific President Wes Burk to find out more.
Cyntek Industrial is a total solution provider that started in the sales and service of electromechanical equipment that has evolved to the cannabis-processing industry, with cutting-edge technical process systems and support. This includes incorporating electric motors, gearboxes, and variable frequency drives to offer a turnkey solution. Cyntek works on varied projects across North America, from simple one-off solutions to more customized systems including full design and integration solutions for industrial process and automation systems.
Atlas Growers is a research-focused licensed producer of medical cannabis based in Edmonton, Alberta that produces cannabis flower and cannabis processed goods such as oils and capsules. The company is also in the process of developing some soon-to-be-released products to prepare for when the Canadian market permits transdermal patches, topical creams, ointments, edibles and vape pens. With the exception of retail and distribution, Atlas is a fully vertically integrated cannabis producer.
The story of hemp and its prohibition is one of guilt by association… with marijuana. Though they are two distinct plants, they are the both part of the cannabis sativa species and as a result, hemp, despite its countless uses and applications, was prohibited, which stunted the economic potential and value of the plant.