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The Chronicle of Cannabis
Through this interview, Salazar highlights cannabis's complex and evolving role throughout human history, reflecting shifting cultural, spiritual and practical values. He emphasizes how societal fears, politics and scientific discoveries have shaped its perception and regulation. Throughout history, few plants have journeyed alongside the history of human civilization as intricately and controversially as Cannabis sativa. Its tale is a fascinating blend of utility, reverence and resistance, mirroring the evolution of cultural values across time. Tracing its journey is to uncover how societies have cherished its gifts while wrestling with its complexities. Our adventure begins in ancient China, around 4000 BCE, where cannabis first took root. The legendary Emperor Shennong, often hailed as the father of agriculture, extolled its medicinal and material value. Hemp fibres clothed the population and produced paper, seeds served as a nutritious food source and the flowers were revered for their pain-relieving properties. Although the psychoactive effects were acknowledged, they were seldom highlighted—practical uses took precedence. Travelling westward, we encounter cannabis in the Indus Valley, where it gained spiritual significance. Vedic texts, dating back over 3,000 years, celebrate bhang as a sacred offering to Shiva and a means of meditation. In Ayurvedic medicine, it emerges as a remedy for anxiety and pain. Intoxication is seen as a step toward transcendence rather than mere indulgence, a perspective that would later clash with stricter ideologies. As trade flourished, cannabis spread through cultures far and wide. Scythian nomads used it in funerary rituals, inhaling its vapours to connect with the deceased. The Greek historian Herodotus documented these rituals, revealing his fascination and judgment, foreshadowing the moral ambivalence that followed cannabis through the ages. During the Islamic Golden Age, Persian physicians prescribed cannabis to tre
Top CBD Flower Company in Canada 2025
Grown Here Farms
Driving Sustainable Cultivation Practices in CBD Flower Farming
Krystine McInnes, CEO
Grown Here Farms has perfected the art of creating high-quality cannabidiol (CBD) products with the right approach to cultivation. By blending regenerative farming practices with a commitment to potency, the farm produces the finest CBD flowers. Building on its origins in organic vegetable farming, Grown Here Farms expanded into CBD cultivation with a clear mission to continue natural cultivation and remain dedicated to quality agriculture. Every plant is cultivated and maintained with patience and precision to maintain the purity of the end product. A strong commitment to transparency and accuracy tackles the common problems of potency fraud in the cannabis industry. Grown Here Farms emphasizes delivering CBD flowers that align with the certificate of analysis (COA) while upholding its potency promise. “We guarantee that what's on the lab test is what's in the bag,” says Krystine McInnes, CEO. “We stand firmly behind our processes and the rigorous measures to ensure we meet that promise.” Many customers who were previously dissatisfied with products from other sources have reported significantly improved and more consistent results with Grown Here Farms. Determined to take its potency promise to the next level, Grown Here Farms has introduced a traceability app, the first-of-its-kind platform that enhances transparency in the Canadian cannabis industry. Buyers can simply scan a QR code or enter a lot number to access a full traceability journey of their CBD flower, including the COA, licenses, cultivation practices, environmental tests and the healing music played during growth. This simple, engaging and user-friendly app connects consumers directly to the farm’s growing process, reflecting its commitment to quality and accountability. Its success is rooted in a meticulous six-step process. The process starts with maintaining soil health and nurturing a dynamic soil biome with mycelium solutions. This enhances fungal connections among plants, boosting nutrient exchange and water absorption. Cover crops are utilized to build organic matter in the soil. The symbiotic relationship builds fertile ground where each cannabis plant can flourish. This approach also preserves soil, enhances fertility, controls weed growth and enriches landscapes.
Top Cannabis Pre-Roll Manufacturer in Canada 2025
Every pre-roll that leaves Nuances MJ’s facility carries the same promise - an even burn, a perfect roll, and craftsmanship refined through equal parts technology and human touch. Born of a bold vision and deep manufacturing know-how, the company has transformed a former prison in Sorel-Tracy, Quebec, into one of Canada’s most advanced pre-roll production facilities. Today, it stands as Quebec’s largest pre-roll CMO manufacturer, trusted by leading cannabis brands for its quality, innovation and speed. “Quality is not an accident. It is the result of patience, care and knowing every detail in the process,” says Rolland Chalifoux, founder and CEO. “When the attention stays on that, everything else follows naturally.” In 2015, when cannabis stocks first hit the Canadian market, Chalifoux sensed something bigger than speculation. He invested his student loans, studied the evolving licensing rules and began sketching out a plan for his own operation. From the basement of his home, he built Nuances MJ’s first licensed production space, competing with corporations many times his size and proving that persistence, not scale, defines staying power. His background in food processing gave him a firm grasp of regulated systems and quality control, skills that transferred seamlessly into cannabis manufacturing. Engineering Excellence for Every Brand Tier Nuances MJ designs and engineers much of its equipment, producing custom pre-rolls, infused products and specialty cones that match each brand’s specifications. To ensure premium quality at competitive prices, it employs some of the most advanced pre-roll manufacturing technology in the country. The vertically integrated process enables one of the fastest turnaround times in the industry, allowing brands to bring new products to market quickly without compromising consistency.
Hemp Products
Illuminating Growth: The Evolution of Cannabis Cultivation
Chris O’Ferrell, Senior Director of Cultivation, Deep Roots Harvest
Hemp Products
Enhancing HCP engagement by evolving our medical DNA
Sebastien Michaud, Head of Oncology, North America Medical Affairs, EMD Serono, Inc
Hemp Products
A Glimpse into the Future of Rare Diseases Drug Development: The Latest Advances and Innovations
Safwan Kezbor, M.D., Global Medical Lead (Senior Medical Director), Clinical Development, Shionogi Inc.
Hemp Products
Clinical Trial Diversity in HIV
Sherene Shakib Min, MD, MPH, VP, Head of Global Clinical Development, ViiV Healthcare
Hemp Products
Contract Manufacturing: Where Idea Becomes Reality
Beata Lawson, Sr. Director of Global Manufacturing, Quality & Regulatory Compliance, Performance Beauty Group
IN MY OPINION
Hemp Products
Gene Therapy Clearly Communicated: The Importance of Patient-Centricity, An Omnichannel Approach, and Health Literacy
Tara Moroz, PhD, Sr. Director, Global Medical Communications and Content - Specialty Care, Rare Disease, Pfizer Inc
IN FOCUS
Pre-Rolls as the Gateway to New Cannabis Markets in Canada
The pre-roll is a simple, accessible product that aids consumer education and fosters market entry, serving as a crucial gateway for new users in the expanding Canadian industry.
CBD Flower as Canada's Catalyst for Cannabis Market Maturity
The Canadian cannabis market has evolved, with CBD flower redefining consumer demographics and focusing on wellness, driving innovation in cultivation, retail, and consumer education.
EDITORIAL
Pure Origins, Precise Outcomes
In an industry shaped by rapid innovation, shifting regulations, and a new generation of wellness-driven consumers, two segments continue to stand out for their influence on quality and user experience: premium CBD flower cultivation and precision-engineered cannabis pre-roll manufacturing. Together, they represent the intersection of craftsmanship, science, and innovation and the companies operating within these verticals are fundamentally reshaping how the market perceives plant-based wellness.
At the foundation is the CBD flower company, where the pursuit of purity begins long before harvest. These cultivators understand that today’s consumers no longer seek mere alternatives to traditional wellness products, they seek transparency, terpene integrity, and a sensory experience that feels both elevated and reliable. From soil composition and indoor climate control to slow curing cycles and small-batch processes, the modern CBD flower producer approaches cultivation with the discipline of a vintner and the precision of a lab technician. Their work ensures that the final product carries not just potency, but a signature profile, aroma, flavor, and efficacy aligned to deliver consistency with every batch.
Parallel to this is the rise of the cannabis pre-roll manufacturer, whose contribution has redefined convenience without compromising craftsmanship. What was once considered a lower-tier product has evolved into a sophisticated category fueled by automation technology, strict quality assurance, and innovation in form factors. These manufacturers are masters of uniformity: every cone packed to exact density, every blend calibrated for burn time, draw, and cannabinoid balance. Their facilities often resemble high-tech production labs more than traditional cannabis operations, reflecting a commitment to safety, compliance, and scalable excellence.
As the cannabis sector continues its transformation, the companies that rise above are those that marry heritage cultivation values with next-generation manufacturing standards. In doing so, they are not only shaping consumer expectations but also setting the benchmark for what the future of the industry should look like: transparent, innovative, and uncompromisingly high-quality.
In this edition of Cannabis Business Insights, we explore the recent developments in the cannabis sector that are driving business growth across the region. We hope this issue helps you identify the right partner for your business needs.
