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Meet the Industry with Keith Merker, CEO, WeedMD from MJBizCon 2019

At #MJBizCon2019, Business of Cannabis joined MNPMGO ElloAird + Berlis and the Canadian Securities Exchange inside their Canada’s Cannabis Scene booth to conduct conversations about the state of the industry.

Keith Merker, CEO of WeedMD, joined Jay Rosenthal of Business of Cannabis to talk about their acquisition of Starseed and the challenging time the industry is facing currently. He talked about the three main components of a successful cannabis company – 1. products, 2. distribution, and 3. fiscal stability.

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  • 🌱 Cultivation risk management — biological contamination, environmental instability, and security protocols
  • ⚗️ Manufacturing & extraction — GMP standards, in-house testing, and quality control measures
  • 🔬 Testing & compliance — rigorous protocols ensuring product safety and regulatory adherence
  • 📦 Distribution & logistics — GDP-aligned transport, route monitoring, and cargo insurance
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Key insights

Industry Maturity Cannabis has evolved from patchwork markets to international enterprise, with risk management now the measure of long-term stability.
Cultivation Challenges Operators addressing biological contamination through controlled-environment agriculture, tissue culture, and IPM protocols.
Quality Control GMP adherence, in-house testing, and selective supplier relationships emerging as critical control points.
Supply Chain Security GDP-aligned transport, route monitoring, and comprehensive insurance remain essential safeguards.
Market Access Initiatives stabilizing domestic supply and expanding pharmacy training improving patient and consumer access.
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