by Grow Up Conference | Aug 17, 2018
Presentation
An organism’s choice to reproduce with or without sex has long puzzled evolutionary biologists. Apomixis, a natural form of reproduction in plants whereby seeds are produced asexually to make genetic clones of the mother plant, has evolved repeatedly from sexual ancestors in many species. Apomixis is of interest on a number of levels, ranging from population genetics to evolution, but also from an applied perspective, as it represents a disruptive technology which could significantly change agricultural practices (e.g. fixing hybrid vigour in crops). The goal of my presentation will be to describe how we go from understanding the evolution of naturally-occurring asexual plants, to identifying the genes responsible for asexuality, to applying these genes to crop plants.
by Grow Up Conference | Aug 17, 2018
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Cannabis is a unique plant based medicine in that it’s cultivation, processing, and development in understanding of effects has largely been restricted while other industries have developed innovative technology and techniques to increase efficiency, efficacy, and specificity of an end product. As legalization unfolds in many jurisdictions across the globe restrictions are being lifted on the development of cannabis-based products and with it the science and technological innovations required to serve both medicinal and adult-use markets. For companies to fully realize the potential that cannabis provides for product differentiation, research and innovation on how these novel compounds give rise to the effects desired by medical patients and adult-use consumers will need to expand greatly. In this talk a brief overview of our current theories and understanding on how complex synergies between cannabinoids, terpenes, and the receptor-compound interactions give rise to effects, and how understanding this dynamic will impact formulations of future products.
by Grow Up Conference | Aug 13, 2018
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Cannabis microbiome sequencing has revealed interesting insights into microbial testing regulations. Cannabis endophytes and endofungal bacteria present serious challenges to culture based assessments of microbial risks and more accurate DNA based methods are required to limit clinical liability. To get a complete picture of the cannabis microbiome, we also constructed the most comprehensive Cannabis genome assembly. A blockchain based cannabis genetic registry for more immutable and transparent cannabis safety data tracking will be discussed.
by Grow Up Conference | Aug 8, 2018
Panel Discussion
Given Canada is a Federation we will have 13 different cannabis distribution regimes spread across the provinces and territories. There will be a mix of private and public offerings and if you want to understand how this will work and role out on October 17, come listen to a panel made of up of political insiders and industry representatives. This panel with provide you with the latest developments and offer insight towards how the future will look a year from legalization.
Moderator: Ivan Ross Vrana, HK Strategies
by Grow Up Conference | Aug 6, 2018
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In the Future of Retail, Lori Bailey, Head of Retail at Canopy Growth, will speak to the incredible opportunity for creativity and innovation in cannabis retail. Focused on the upcoming adult use legal cannabis market, Lori will draw on more than twenty years of senior retail experience to highlight the commonalities and differences between traditional and cannabis retail while addressing the future of the sector in Canada. Her presentation will also cover retail essentials such as locations, personnel, experience design and community involvement.
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by Grow Up Conference | Aug 6, 2018
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The cannabis industry continues to be one of Canada’s fastest-growing sectors and with new players entering the market at a rapid pace, it’s more important than ever for companies to engage in meaningful corporate social responsibility initiatives inspired by the socially-conscious roots of cannabis. In this talk, Hilary Black, Director of Patient Education & Advocacy at Canopy Growth will share her story as the founder of the BC Compassion Club Society and how her work along with the efforts of many other early advocates for patient access to cannabis fueled a movement that has now turned into a massive industry. Hilary will also provide further insight into the ways that Canopy Growth is committed to investing in and being the leader in creating solutions to cannabis-related issues such as safe driving, youth cannabis use, clinical guidelines for physicians, and the recently announced partnership with UBC to research the potential utility of cannabis in addressing the opioid overdose crisis.
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by Grow Up Conference | Aug 6, 2018
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How an internationally recognized standard can help cannabis growing operations mitigate energy consumption and costs.
by Grow Up Conference | Aug 3, 2018
Join us as we party steps away from the brink of the Horseshow Falls. You will have a breath taking view of the falls to enjoy while networking and mingling with the best in the cannabis industry. This exclusive networking event is open to speakers, sponsors, exhibitors, conference delegates and VIP Growers.
SHUTTLES WILL BE AVAILABLE OUTSIDE OF THE CONVENTION CENTRE.
No admittance without your delegate badge. Cash Bar.
by Grow Up Conference | Aug 3, 2018
Panel Discussion
All Health Canada cultivators and processors have to obtain a “Cannabis License” from the CRA before legalization date on October 17. 2018, in addition to the Health Canada license. Also, processors and packagers will need to register for the Excise Tax Stamp regime and purchase stamps. If you don’t obtain a license by October 17, 2018, you risk facing federal offences if you continue to undertake cannabis activities. The panel will outline how to fill out the “Cannabis License” application and how the excise tax is calculated and who pays it, as well as some challenges it poses to LPs who want to automate the process.
Moderator: Harrison Jordan, MNP
by Grow Up Conference | Aug 3, 2018
Presentation
Advanced all-in-one, humidity and temperature control systems are changing the economics of our industry. The pay back from precisely controlled temperature and humidity control with intelligent energy recycling can be enormous, yet much of the cannabis industry is still being poorly served with over-priced, low tech, underperforming HVAC systems.
In this session, Geoff Brown will review the science and math behind smart HVAC decisions and explain the best way to make well-informed decisions about your facility’s requirements. There’s a lot of mis-information and out-dated thinking even amongst consultants and engineers, so be sure you know the right questions to ask so you’ll be certain to achieve maximum return on your investment.
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