8th Revolution - Cannabinoid Playbook: January 2022

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2023 is the year of Internal Operational Efficiencies.

The days of growth at all costs are gone. Welcome to the constant headlines of sensors, automation, and calculated return on investment. The great news for you is that you read our monthly playbook, so you are already in front regarding changes in cannabis.

And, of course, we came prepared to kick off your year correctly with a breakdown of exactly how

Sensors can be used to measure cannabinoids in real time in the cannabis industry.​
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For example, extractors can use sensors to ensure the desired levels of THC and CBD in products to provide the exact desired effects.

Sensors can also:

• Improve the quality & consistency of cannabis products
• Reduce production costs
• Help with compliance with regulatory standards

​Page 16 has an extended breakdown. These will be adopted quickly and be critical for businesses.

**If you are a Processer/Manufacturer or are interested in adding operational efficiencies to your cannabis business, you can get yourself involved in using this technology for free.

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Cannabis is Chess, Not Checkers

This is the beauty and the curse of the visionary strategist.

Like grandmasters, certain moves only make sense to the majority after additional actions happen.

Some play the move in front of them, and others set up moves 5-10 steps ahead.

​A Salute — Read Page 7​

Interviews with Industry Leaders

Have you ever wondered what happens AFTER an acquisition in cannabis? Olivier Blechner shared behind-the-scenes info on M&A in cannabis for Jushi Holdings.

Other Written Interviews with:

The Kush Queen, Olivia Alexander — Page 9​

Coleman Beale of Bastcore — Page 10​

Headlines You May Have Missed…

Regulatory challenges exist on federal levels all the way down to local jurisdictions. Fyllo has unparalleled visibility at every level of government, and here are some snippets.

Research is on the way: The Medical Marijuana and Cannabidiol Research Expansion Act, approved in early December, supports the research on the therapeutic and health benefits of cannabis.

Help is coming for New York Consumers to distinguish between the grey and licensed market. A universal symbol will be displayed on all licensed storefront businesses and individual products sold, ensuring that the dispensary and the products they sell are regulated and tested by the state.

​El Chapo's sons are going from cartel to licensed ​

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​​Looking to maximize your extraction by getting the particle size just right? Emerald Scientific has products that provide you with the most consistent grind and particle size while maintaining the highest air quality for your facility.​

​​Cannabinoid Wholesale Pricing ​

Hemp-derived products in the US show fluctuating prices.

• Delta-8 THC Distillate was highest in February at $839, dropped to a low of $484 in August, then increased slightly until November before dropping sharply to $309 in December.
• CBN Isolate increased from $3,630 in January to a peak of $4,435 in March. It then decreased steadily to $2,250 as of December.
• CBDV Distillate rose from $4,863 in January to a peak of $3,000 in March, then it steadily declined to $3,375 in December.
• Overall, the market for hemp-derived products is volatile with prices influenced by seasonal trends.
• Prices generally decrease towards the end of the year, possibly due to an increase in supply post-harvest in the fall.

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the Cannabis Industry

The cannabis industry is likely to use artificial intelligence (AI) in several ways in the future:

1. Quality control
2. Predictive analytics
3. Supply chain management
4. Personalization

We break down these four examples of how AI might be used in the cannabis industry on page 17​

Science Side:​
The Clinical Endocannabinoid System Consortium (CESC) is dedicated to the data and analysis necessary to validate cannabis products for the benefit of a global marketplace.

​On page 20, they share the initiatives that they believe are at the center of this discussion.​

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