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Yahoo
21-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Company behind Edible Arrangements is selling edibles, THC-infused drinks: 'Defining moment'
The company behind Edible Arrangements is branching out to produce and sell different types of products: actual edibles. As of Thursday, the newly launched online marketplace is now selling THC-infused products like drinks, chews and enhancers from various brands to customers in Texas. Edible Brands has plans to rapidly expand into "legal markets" across the Southeast, including Florida and Georgia, the company said in a news release. Select products will be sold and shipped in parts of the U.S. where cannabis is legally permitted in the coming weeks. "This is a defining moment for the hemp industry," Jake Bullock, co-founder and CEO of queer-owned cannabis brand Cann, said in a statement. "A high-quality marketplace like has the power to reshape the future of THC products and drive the long-term industry growth we've all been working toward." also announced its plan open a flagship store in Atlanta's Inman Park neighborhood, a location set to serve as a prototype for a limited franchising program. "Edible Brands' extensive franchise network aims to democratize access to the THC industry, which has been historically restricted by regulatory barriers," according to the news release. Here's what to know about a new venture started by Edible Arrangements' parent company, Edible Brands, Inc. New study: Cannabis users under 50 are 6 times more likely to have a heart attack describes itself as "premiere destination" for health and wellness products. The business offers an "exclusive selection of high-quality, infused products designed to enhance a balanced lifestyle," the website reads. "We've curated a collection of the nation's finest hemp-derived THC drinks and edibles to meet your every need." A "robust education center, reliable delivery, and partnerships with leading product innovators like Cann, Wana, and 1906" separate from the pack in an industry they say faces "consumer challenges" as a result of market saturation, inconsistent quality and testing standards. "We positioned it as a way to be able to create that connection for people who may be looking for permission to try these things, who have been hearing about them," Thomas Winstanley, executive vice president of told CNBC on. 'But it's different when you walk in and see these products at a gas station, instead of seeing a collection of the nation's leading products.' More: Vast majority of cannabis users drive afterward, report says. These are the risks. The THC dosage of products offered on varies but hover around 5 milligrams per serving, Winstanley told CNBC. says that the edibles and beverages they advertise contain less than 0.3% delta-9 THC, meaning that the company is in full compliance with the Farm Bill, a comprehensive law that covers various aspects of agriculture, food and rural development in the United States. Cannabis remains illegal at the federal level, but it is legal in 24 states for recreational use and 39 states for medicinal use. Contributing: Hannah Yasharoff, USA TODAY This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Company behind Edible Arrangements now sells THC-infused products Sign in to access your portfolio
USA Today
21-03-2025
- Business
- USA Today
Company behind Edible Arrangements is selling edibles, THC-infused drinks: 'Defining moment'
Company behind Edible Arrangements is selling edibles, THC-infused drinks: 'Defining moment' The company behind Edible Arrangements is branching out to produce and sell different types of products: actual edibles. As of Thursday, the newly launched online marketplace is now selling THC-infused products like drinks, chews and enhancers from various brands to customers in Texas. Edible Brands has plans to rapidly expand into "legal markets" across the Southeast, including Florida and Georgia, the company said in a news release. Select products will be sold and shipped in parts of the U.S. where cannabis is legally permitted in the coming weeks. "This is a defining moment for the hemp industry," Jake Bullock, co-founder and CEO of queer-owned cannabis brand Cann, said in a statement. "A high-quality marketplace like has the power to reshape the future of THC products and drive the long-term industry growth we've all been working toward." also announced its plan open a flagship store in Atlanta's Inman Park neighborhood, a location set to serve as a prototype for a limited franchising program. "Edible Brands' extensive franchise network aims to democratize access to the THC industry, which has been historically restricted by regulatory barriers," according to the news release. Here's what to know about a new venture started by Edible Arrangements' parent company, Edible Brands, Inc. New study: Cannabis users under 50 are 6 times more likely to have a heart attack What is describes itself as "premiere destination" for health and wellness products. The business offers an "exclusive selection of high-quality, infused products designed to enhance a balanced lifestyle," the website reads. "We've curated a collection of the nation's finest hemp-derived THC drinks and edibles to meet your every need." A "robust education center, reliable delivery, and partnerships with leading product innovators like Cann, Wana, and 1906" separate from the pack in an industry they say faces "consumer challenges" as a result of market saturation, inconsistent quality and testing standards. "We positioned it as a way to be able to create that connection for people who may be looking for permission to try these things, who have been hearing about them," Thomas Winstanley, executive vice president of told CNBC on. 'But it's different when you walk in and see these products at a gas station, instead of seeing a collection of the nation's leading products.' More: Vast majority of cannabis users drive afterward, report says. These are the risks. How much THC are in products? The THC dosage of products offered on varies but hover around 5 milligrams per serving, Winstanley told CNBC. says that the edibles and beverages they advertise contain less than 0.3% delta-9 THC, meaning that the company is in full compliance with the Farm Bill, a comprehensive law that covers various aspects of agriculture, food and rural development in the United States. Cannabis remains illegal at the federal level, but it is legal in 24 states for recreational use and 39 states for medicinal use. Contributing: Hannah Yasharoff, USA TODAY
Forbes
20-03-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Iconic Consumer Company Edible Brands Launches New Hemp Delivery Site
Homepage for Courtesy of Edible Brands Edible Brands, the Atlanta-based parent company of Edible Arrangements, the fruit basket gift franchise, is rolling out a delivery marketplace for hemp products. Among the hemp brands featured in the ecommerce platform are top brands such as Cann, Wana and 1906. Although hemp was legalized as a result of the 2018 passage of the Farm Bill, the estimated $28 billion industry faces challenges in a market that lacks quality control and testing standards. According to cannabis industry veteran Thomas Winstanley, who serves as executive vice president for the site fills a void in the marketplace when it comes to education and introducing customers to the products that best suits their needs. 'Consumers today are actively seeking trusted sources for safe, high-quality hemp-derived products,' said Winstanley, who previously serves as chief marketing officer of Theory Wellness, an East Coast-based provider of craft cannabis. 'At the same time, there's a lot of confusion in the market. People walk into gas stations or convenience stores, see CBD or Delta-8 products, and don't always know what they're getting. We identified a critical gap in the market—a need for a reliable, curated platform where people can confidently purchase lab-tested, outcome-driven products from top-tier brands.' In addition to shipping and curating the right brands, the regulatory complexities of each state having different rules, were challenging. 'We take a compliance-first approach, ensuring every product meets federal and state guidelines and painstakingly audit licensing requirements,' said Winstanley. 'Aligning ourselves with policymakers, trade associations, and advocacy leaders allows us to stay compliant and help shape the future of these critically essential policies.' Another page from the site Courtesy of Edible Brands offers same-day delivery options as well as scheduled delivery. Other plans for include opening a flagship brick and mortar store in Atlanta's Inman Park neighborhood. According to the news announcement, 'this location will serve as a prototype for a limited franchising program.' Asked to sum up long-range goals, Winstanley is both enthusiastic and ambitious. 'Our approach is centered on accessibility and responsible growth, positioning us as a key accelerator in the industry's broader success,' he explained. 'As this rapidly evolving market takes shape, we're committed to playing a meaningful role in its continued expansion. This is just the beginning. With the launch of our platform, we're excited to help usher in the future of alternative wellness, making THC products more approachable, trusted, and seamlessly integrated into everyday lifestyles.' launches in Texas today, with plans to expand rapidly into legal markets across the Southeast, including Florida and Georgia. Select products will also be available for nationwide shipping where legally permitted in the coming weeks, broadening accessibility.
