LONDON, ONTARIO–(Marketwired – Dec. 21, 2017) –
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INDIVA Limited (“Indiva” or the “Company) (TSX VENTURE:NDVA) is pleased to announce that it has entered into a strategic cooperation agreement (the “Agreement“) with Medropharm GmbH and Greenfields Health Care S.A. (together, the “Licensors“) with respect to the exclusive supply by the Licensors of multiple premium cannabis strains for cultivation and sale by Indiva in Canada.
Pursuant to the Agreement, the Licensors have granted Indiva the exclusive Canadian rights to import, cultivate and sell three high-CBD low-THC strains of cannabis. In addition to the exclusive supply of premium cannabis genetics, the Licensor will also identify to Indiva the chemical composition and treatment uses of each strain supplied under the Agreement and provide cultivation guidance from time to time.
Subject to applicable regulatory approvals, Indiva expects that the premium cannabis strains will begin to be supplied under the Agreement in early 2018.
Niel Marotta, CEO of Indiva, commented: “Through our relationship with Medropharm and Greenfields, we not only gain access to certain in-demand high-CBD cannabis strains we will also benefit from their extensive research and innovation.”
Medropharm GmbH specialises in the extraction, production and marketing of pharmaceutical grade cannabinoids and cannabinoid-containing products that make an active contribution to the preservation of health and quality of life.
Greenfields is recognized as a pioneering company in the study and development of phyto-cannabinoid solutions for individuals with complex pathologies.
ABOUT INDIVA:
INDIVA is a Canadian supplier of high quality, medical grade cannabis. INDIVA’s strain selection, cultivation and client care processes combine the know-how and experience of an internationally recognized and award-winning grow-team with GMP-compliant quality assurance standard operating procedures.
INDIVA aims to become a global marijuana brand recognized for high quality cannabis products and excellent client care. As marijuana laws liberalize in Canada, INDIVA will expand its product offering to include safe edibles and other client-friendly cannabis products. In addition, as marijuana laws liberalize internationally, INDIVA will use its Canadian operations as a platform to open new markets for its cannabis products. See www.INDIVA.ca for more information on INDIVA.
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