When Are Weed Tours And Tasting Coming?

As more growers in Alberta join those in B.C. and Ontario in advocating for a farm-to-table system for legal cannabis, this movement is gaining significant momentum. This would allow customers to purchase and sample the product directly from the source, providing a more authentic and intimate experience.

Tours for cannabis are becoming increasingly popular, and there is no reason why it can’t be the same for farms and facilities as well. There is no reason why people can’t enjoy the same experience they get at wine and beer breweries.

What Is Cannabis?

Cannabis is a plant species in the family Cannabaceae. It includes three primary subspecies: Cannabis sativa, Cannabis indica, and Cannabis ruderalis. Cannabis has been used for a variety of purposes, including for its medicinal and recreational effects. It is also known for its psychoactive compounds, such as tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD).

What Is THC?

Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is a psychoactive compound found in the cannabis plant. It is responsible for the “high” commonly associated with cannabis use. THC acts on the cannabinoid receptors in the brain, which are involved in the regulation of mood, appetite, and other cognitive functions. The amount of THC in cannabis varies depending on the strain, with some strains having higher levels of THC than others.

What Is CBD?

CBD stands for cannabidiol, which is a naturally occurring compound found in the cannabis plant. CBD is one of many compounds, known as cannabinoids, that are found in the cannabis plant. Unlike the more well-known compound tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), CBD is non-psychoactive, meaning it does not produce the “high” commonly associated with cannabis use.

CBD has become increasingly popular in recent years as a natural remedy for a variety of health conditions, including anxiety, pain, and insomnia. It is also used to manage symptoms of conditions such as multiple sclerosis and help with epilepsy. CBD is available in a variety of forms, including oils, capsules, and topical creams.

The future of farmgate and tours

The future of farming looks bright. With advances in technology and a greater understanding of the science behind agriculture, we are able to produce more food than ever before. This is good news for farmers, as they will be able to sell their produce at a higher price.

Although some provincial and national regulators are open to the idea, many small-scale growers are struggling to compete with larger companies and need more immediate assistance.

Differentiation is key for cannabis producers in a market with heavy price compression, says Kieley Beaudry, co-founder of Parkland Flower Inc. She notes that craft wineries have been successful in creating an experience that people are willing to pay for, and would like to see the cannabis industry head in that direction.

Beaudry and her colleagues are finding it difficult to compete in a provincial market that does not allow for direct-to-consumer cannabis sales. The Alberta government has not yet made any changes to the existing legal framework to allow for this, but is “examining the approach in other jurisdictions to help inform what future opportunities there may be in Alberta,” according to Jerrica Goodwin, press secretary to Alberta’s Treasury Board and Finance.

The province of British Columbia recently pledged to develop the way it allows growers to sell cannabis. This is likely to be of interest to other jurisdictions, as it provides a model for how to regulate the sale of cannabis.

“We’ve clearly heard how important these types of sales are to smaller cannabis producers trying to gain a foothold in a market currently dominated by larger players,” Mike Farnworth, BC’s public safety minister and attorney general, said in a paper. launch. “Now more than ever, our government is committed to supporting British Columbia businesses and encouraging people to buy local products, and that includes creating the conditions for successful cannabis businesses of all sizes.”

We have a proposed farmgate sales program that will allow growers the right to sell direct to consumers from their sites. This program is slated to launch in 2022 and I believe that it will be very popular with growers of all capacities.

Jesse McConnell, CEO of Rubicon Organics, believes that a farmgate system and potential facility tours could be beneficial to larger growers, such as their company, Simply Bare. He states that while the economic benefits may not be as great as for smaller businesses, it would provide a unique experience for consumers.

If we were to set aside regulation and envision my blue-sky scenario, you would be able to come on-site through tours and see our commitment to sustainability starting from the ground up. You would have the opportunity for tours in the facility in a bio-secure and safe way, and then gain insight into some of the manufacturing processes. The consumer would also have the opportunity to taste not only the products that we offer on the market, but also some of the R&D offerings that might not make it to store shelves otherwise.

Encouraging Canadians to buy local (and legal) cannabis

As cannabis becomes legal in Canada, it is important to encourage Canadians to buy local and legal product. Cannabis grown domestically is subject to strict regulation, ensuring that it is of the highest quality. Furthermore, buying local helps to support the Canadian economy.

Ontario is in the process of finalizing the framework of its farmgate system, which will allow licensed producers to sell products on-site. OCS communications manager Joanna Hui says details should be finalized in the coming months and that about a dozen LPs of varying sizes have expressed interest in farmgate stores.

Farmgate stores provide a great opportunity for legal consumers to get their hands on all the different types of cannabis products out there, and they make it easy for new consumers to explore the many different options. We’re excited to help launch farmgate stores in Ontario, and we know that they’ll be a big hit with both producers and consumers.

It seems that the farmgate future is inevitable in B.C. and Ontario. When might the “tasting room” be open?

Although Health Canada has not yet said anything about allowing on-site consumption, that remains a dream for now.