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About Us

Established in 2018, Cannabis Orchards Inc. stands at the pinnacle of innovation and excellence in the world of cannabinoid research and development. Located in Canada, our company represents the nation's dedication to groundbreaking advancements in industrial hemp plant breeding, with a special emphasis on minor cannabinoids.

Our Research

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Minor Cannabinoid Hemp Breeding

We understand the profound impact that CBD and minor cannabinoids can have on an individual's health. As such, we've dedicated ourselves to making these beneficial compounds more accessible to Canadians. Our research into minor cannabinoids aims to unlock their full therapeutic potential, offering natural alternatives for those seeking relief from various ailments. Our hemp breeding program, in partnership with Carleton University, seeks to develop hemp varieties with high minor cannabinoids, namely CBG, CBC, CBDV, CBGV, and more.

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Polyploid Hemp Varieties

Unintended pollination can negatively impact yields for hemp farmers. By generating triploid hemp plants, we can optimize yields and revenue for hemp cultivators by offering them sterile triploid seed variants. This project is being developed at our partnered lab at Carleton University.

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Therapeutic Applications

The therapeutic potential of minor cannabinoids is still being explored. We have partnered with many organizations to understand how minor cannabinoids can be used in clinical applications. We have partnered with the National Institute of Health who are undergoing testing on minor cannabinoids in pre-clinical models of epilepsy.

Our Process

Following GACP standards, we deliver products that meet the highest quality for our customers. Our unique drying method, utilizing belt dryers, means we can transform wet plants in the field to harvested, dried, and trimmed flower in less than six hours, minimizing microbial content and maximizing yields for our customers.

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Meet The Team

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Dr. Jamie Ghossein

CEO

Dr. Ghossein leads the company strategy, especially where it pertains to R&D. Whether it be in the clinic through various partnerships with local hospitals, or with major universities for wet lab research, his direction ensures Cannabis Orchards remains on the cutting edge of therapeutic development.

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David Murtagh

VP, Cultivation

David Murtagh brings several years of experience as an independent breeder and hemp cultivator. His expertise in breeding and cultivation has yielded many unique optimizations that are currently being used to produce the highest quality product offerings of hemp biomass and feminized seeds. 

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Dr. Hari Nair

Certified Plant Breeder

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Dr. Nair is a certified plant breeder with the Canadian Seed Grower’s Association (CSGA). After joining the company in 2020, he oversees the internal breeding program, certification of new varieties with Health Canada and the CSGA as well as import/exports.

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Rachael Cranston
Research Agronomist and QA Lead

Rachael studied Environmental studies at Carleton University. Her background in the environmental, technological and agricultural sectors directly supports her role as the quality assurance lead and research agronomist.

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Colin Dolan
Director of Farm Operations

Colin brings several years of experience as an experience large scale cultivator of outdoor hemp. Through his guidance, the team is able to cultivate thousands of tons of industrial hemp biomass per year, meeting industry standards for compliance and quality. 

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B. Sc., M. Sc. Candidate

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Laura Kelly
Assistant Breeder 

Working under the supervision of Dr. Nair, Laura assists in novel plant breeding projects for the development of innovative hemp varieties. She also assists Cannabis Orchards in strategic areas for basic science and clinical application of minor cannabinoids, and is currently completing a masters in biology at Carleton University.

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Josh Verk
Research Associate

Joshua Verk is a Research Associate at Cannabis Orchards, leveraging over twenty years of experience as a legacy cannabis cultivator. His previous tenure involved pioneering molecular breeding projects that enhanced his expertise in cannabis breeding and biotechnology. At Cannabis Orchards, Joshua’s innovative approach to variety development and optimization is pivotal in shaping the company’s contributions to the evolving therapeutic landscape of minor cannabinoids and feminized industrial hemp. 

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