CROP to Infuse its 'CannaDrink' Functional Beverage With Naturally Splendid's HempOmega™
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, October 3, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --
CROP Infrastructure Corp. (CSE: CROP) (CSE: CROP.CN) (OTC: CRXPF)(Frankfurt: 2FR) ("CROP" or the "Company") announces that further to its LOI with Naturally Splendid Enterprises (TSX-V: NSP)(OTCQB: NSPDF) (previously announced on August 14th 2018) CROP will utilize NSP's proprietary HempOmega™ powder created from microencapsulated hemp seed oil in its 'CannaDrink' functional beverage line currently being developed.
CannaDrink will now be available in all other jurisdictions containing HempOmega™ where CBD products are not yet approved. CROP's new cannabis-infused line of soft drinks called CannaDrink will be a zero calorie, non-GMO, ketogenic-friendly line of soda pop, tea, and coffee variations.
HempOmega™ is a unique and proprietary homogenous powder created from microencapsulated hemp seed oil. It is a high-quality and sustainable omega fatty acid alternative ingredient. Due to its unique powder format, it solves the formulation challenge manufacturers face when trying to add oil to existing products and has proven to increase the bioavailability of omega fatty acids. The global carbonated soft drinks market is projected to reach USD 605.6 billion by 2025, according to a March 2018 report by Grand View Research, Inc.
In addition to its CannaDrink beverage line, CROP is working with Naturally Splendid to develop a "Hempire" branded hulled hemp seed and protein powder product line. CROP and Naturally Splendid are currently testing a variety of flavors and formulations created by NSP specifically for the Hempire Brand that will be enhanced with NSP's HempOmega™.
Naturally Splendid CEO Mr. Douglas Mason states, "We are pleased to be working with CROP to create quality, white-labelled hemp products for the Hempire brand as well as providing our proprietary HempOmega™ ingredient for CROP's innovative CannaDrink functional soft drink line. CannaDrink is formulated to deliver superior omega nutrition, by utilizing Naturally Splendid's proprietary HempOmega™ it provides 'first mover advantage' for Naturally Splendid and CROP to formulate cannabis formulated beverages and edibles as HempOmega™ has been approved for product fortification without the concern or restrictions of cannabinoid formulated beverages and edibles
Michael Yorke, CEO and Director of CROP Infrastructure states: "We believe in the nutritional spectrum and health benefits of both hemp and CBD so adding a consumer goods vertical was a logical progression as consumer data shows strong trends in plant-based foods and nutritional products. We see it as a tremendous opportunity for CROP Infrastructure's branding & IP portfolio."
About CROP
Crop has a portfolio of cannabis projects including cultivation properties in California, two in Washington State, two in Nevada consisting of 2,800 acres including extraction, 3 dispensary applications, with international focuses in Jamaica and Italy. CROP has developed a portfolio of assets including Canna Drink with US and Italian distribution rights to over 55 topical products and a portfolio of 16 Cannabis brands.
Disclaimer for Forward-Looking Information
Forward-looking statements are not based on historical facts, but rather on current expectations and projections about future events, and are therefore subject to risks and uncertainties which could cause actual results to differ materially from the future results expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. In addition, marijuana remains a Schedule I drug under the United States Controlled Substances Act of 1970. Although Congress has prohibited the US Justice Department from spending federal funds to interfere with the implementation of state medical marijuana laws, this prohibition must be renewed each year to remain in effect. These statements generally can be identified by the use of forward-looking words such as "may", "should", "could", "intend", "estimate", "plan", "anticipate", "expect", "believe" or "continue", or the negative thereof or similar variations. Forward-looking statements in this news release include statements regarding CannaDrink; the technological effects of CannaDrink; the intention to expand its portfolio; and execute on its business plan. Such statements are qualified in their entirety by the inherent risks and uncertainties surrounding the regulatory and legal framework regarding the cannabis industry in general among all levels of government and zoning; risks associated with applicable securities laws and stock exchange rules relating to the cannabis industry; risks associated with maintaining its interests in its various assets; the ability of the Company to finance operations and execute its business plan and other factors beyond the control of the Company. Such forward-looking statements should therefore be construed in light of such factors, and the Company is not under any obligation, and expressly disclaims any intention or obligation, to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable law.
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Company Contact
Michael Yorke - CEO & Director
E-mail: info@cropcorp.com
Website: http://www.cropcorp.com
Phone: +1-604-484-4206
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