
Tilray’s New License Boosts German Production Fivefold
The TDR Three Key Takeaways: Tilray’s New License Boosts German Cannabis Production Fivefold
- Tilray’s Aphria RX facility in Germany receives the first new cannabis cultivation license under MedCanG, enabling significant expansion.
- Production capacity increases nearly fivefold, with the facility expanding from three to 31 strains of medical cannabis.
- This development enhances patient access to high-quality medical cannabis and underscores Tilray’s leadership in the global cannabis market.
Tilray’s Aphria RX GmbH facility in Germany has received the first cannabis cultivation license under MedCanG, Germany’s new Cannabis Act, allowing for a substantial increase in production and strain variety. This new license permits Tilray to expand its cultivation capacity nearly fivefold, from three to 31 strains, significantly enhancing patient access to medical cannabis across the country. The expansion reflects the company’s commitment to optimizing patient care and advancing medical cannabis research.
In a Trade to Black podcast episode, Anthony Varrell emphasized the impact of this development, highlighting the importance of the new license and the substantial increase in production capacity. The collaboration with renowned cannabis grower Kevin Anderson ensures that Aphria RX replicates premium growing conditions, providing high-quality medical cannabis treatments.
The introduction of the MedCan-G Bill in Germany has expanded the market for medical cannabis, increasing the number of patients and prescribers. Denise Faltischek, Tilray’s Chief Strategy Officer and Head of International expressed excitement about the new license, underscoring its role in providing greater access to quality medical cannabis and expanding treatment options for patients.
Tilray’s expansion in Germany is a crucial step in enhancing patient access to high-quality medical cannabis and reinforcing its leadership in the global cannabis industry. This development strengthens Tilray’s position in the European market and sets a precedent for future growth and collaboration in the industry.
Tilray Medical remains dedicated to improving patient health and well-being by providing reliable and effective medical cannabis treatments, advancing research, and expanding its product offerings globally.
Tilray’s new cultivation license in Germany marks a significant achievement for the company and the medical cannabis industry, meeting the growing demand for medical cannabis.