THC is an ingredient.
Cannabinoids will be treated like standardized inputs across pharma, licensed cannabis, and hemp—and the future winners are hedging until there’s clarity.
What got you here won’t get you there. The next phase needs a new playbook: ops tweaks aren’t enough; strategy has to change.
Near term, expect Schedule III to unlock e-pharmacy distribution and centralized GMP manufacturing, while tobacco pushes device rules, alcohol shapes low-dose beverage norms, and hemp keeps expanding.
This chaotic industry is about to get even crazier.
This week we sit down with Zach Edge to discuss
- THC as a moleculeIntersection of pharma, hemp, and licensed cannabis:Schedule III breakdown: e-pharmacies, centralized GMP
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Zach Edge and His Journey
03:11 The Changing Landscape of THC Commercialization
07:45 Hedge Strategies in Cannabis and Hemp
14:28 Regulatory Challenges and Future Outlook
20:02 The Role of Science in Cannabinoid Production
36:11 Innovations in Cannabinoid Purification
45:20 Final Thoughts and Future Questions
Summary
In this episode, Bryan Fields and Kellen Finney engage with Zach Edge, a seasoned expert in the cannabis and hemp industries. Zach shares his journey into the cannabis space, highlighting the evolution of THC commercialization and the impact of regulation on the industry. He discusses the importance of a hedge strategy for businesses operating in multiple verticals, the challenges posed by varying state regulations, and the role of science in cannabinoid production and purification. The conversation also touches on the future of the industry, including potential growth in the hemp sector and the need for regulatory clarity.
Guest Links
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-edge/https://www.zachedge.com/
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