Las Vegas, Nevada--(Newsfile Corp. - April 20, 2023) - Bhang Inc. (CSE: BHNG) (OTC Pink: BHNGF) ("Bhang" or the "Company"), a global cannabis CPG brand company with an award-winning portfolio of products, announced today that it has entered into a licensing agreement (the "Agreement") with Mana Supply Holdings ("Mana") to let the multi-state operator ("MSO") manufacture and sell Bhang products to recreational cannabis retailers in the state of Missouri, which legalized the sale of recreational cannabis in February this year.
"Mana is excited to welcome Bhang into the growing family of brands we produce for the booming Missouri cannabis market," says Stephanie Cernicek, Ph.D., Chief Science Officer of Mana. "Partnering with a globally-known, high-quality cannabis brand like Bhang helps us meet growing consumer needs in the state, and we look forward to introducing their innovative premium chocolates to our retail customers there very soon."
The Agreement is part of Bhang's continued focus on adding new markets and identifying new revenue streams to build on its success. "Our strategy going forward is a strong combination of innovation through new IP and market expansion," says Wes Eder, Bhang's Global VP of Revenue. "We are targeting states experiencing explosive growth in recreational cannabis, which is why we're excited to be working with the confident, dynamic team at Mana."
"We have been serving the Missouri community since July of 2022, bringing some of the most respected cannabis brands from around the country into the state," says Christopher Jensen, co-founder and CEO of Mana. "Bhang has been a pioneer in the cannabis industry, and we're excited to bring its chocolate to this growing market."
Following the legalization of recreational cannabis in Missouri this past February, the Missouri Department of Health reported over $100M of cannabis sales ($70M+ recreational cannabis, $30M medical cannabis) for the month. "The opportunity in Missouri is enormous, and Mana's success in the state makes them an ideal partner there," Mr. Eder added.
The Agreement was signed on April 13, 2023, and has a five-year renewable term, currently covering Mana's cannabis manufacturing and supply footprint in Missouri. Currently, the MSO supplies 170 recreational cannabis retailers in the state, out of approximately 200. Bhang products are expected to be available in the state by the end of Q2 2023.
About Bhang
Bhang (CSE: BHNG) (OTC Pink: BHNGF) has been providing consumers around the world with an award-winning portfolio of premium brands for over a decade. With roots in master-chef-created chocolate and cannabis edibles, the Company continues to grow as a global consumer packaged goods company dedicated to providing products designed to enhance and complement consumer happiness, health, and well-being. Find out why life is better with Bhang at bhangnation.com. For additional Bhang news, visit us at bhangnation.com/blogs/press.
About Mana Supply Holdings
Mana is focused on providing the highest quality service, products, and experience in the cannabis industry. It is a multi-state operator thriving in Maryland, Colorado, and Missouri.
FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
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INVESTOR CONTACT:
Graham Simmonds
Executive Chairman & Interim CEO
Bhang Inc.
(416) 843-2881
invest@bhangcorporation.com
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