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COMMERCIAL DESIGN BUILD

Specializing in the cannabis cultivation and retail industry

By combining the design and the construction under one roof we can be the single point of contact for our clients by utilizing the design/build process. Sage Engineering and Contracting, Inc. offers full design building services to bring a project from inception to the day that we hand you a key to your new facility. We take responsibility for a total project from the initial concept to the design, permitting and full construction. Where projects are less inclusive; we can help with only those portions of the project that are required. With a qualified staff we can work hand and hand with our clients through all phases of a project. Some of the services we offer through the design build process:

• Land Acquisition and Feasibility Study • Conceptual Design • Site Permitting and Engineering • Full Building Design • Site and Building

Permitting • Construction

Supervision and

Management • Steel Erection,

Foundation Work,

Rough Carpentry, Etc.

CAKE CRASHER COURTESY OF 253

253

Location in Turner Falls VISIT 253FARMACY.COM FOR MORE INFO

CAKE CRASHER

Yusef Sadiq, wholesale manager at 253, shared their most recent product launches. The first one is Cake Crasher, an indica-dominant hybrid strain made by crossing wedding cake with wedding crasher. “The strain is a must-try with chunky trichomes, sweet scents of floral haze and grape candy,” said Sadiq. “This strain produces euphoric effects that make consumers feel hazy and creative.” He noted that this product has become a “well known staple strain” for 253. For 1g the cost is $15 and for 3.5g the cost is $50. Cannabis and sales tax not included. Pricing on flower may vary.

CARAMEL CHEWS

The second product as described by Sadiq is a staff favorite - Kosher Sea Salt Caramels - made with real butter, real vanilla extract and pink Himalayan Sea Salt. “These caramels are creamy with a chewy consistency that you are sure to love,” he said. One pack of chews costs $25. Cannabis and sales tax not included.

CHOCOLATE BARS

“Our chocolate bars are made from the finest Belgian Callebaut chocolate we could source,” said Sadiq. 253 has a diverse selection of craft bars including multiple vegan options. “We are proud to offer the first kosher edibles in the state of Massachusetts,” he added. Chocolate bars cost $25. Cannabis and sales tax not included.

BOSTON BUD FACTORY

Location in Holyoke VISIT BOSTONBUDFACTORY.COM FOR MORE INFO

SOLVENT-FREE CARTRIDGES

Frank Dailey of Boston Bud Factory shared some of their most popular products, with the first being solvent-free cartridges. These Boston Bud Free cartridges are strain specific and contain only extracts derived from cannabis biomass. “Terpenes are extracted from the same biomass and then added back in to create the desired consistency for vaping,” and are some of the cleanest on the market, said Dailey. Cartridges are available in .5-gram sizes for $35 and 1 gram sizes for $70. “When you want high quality at low prices you go straight to the factory, Boston Bud Factory.”

SOLVENTLESS ROSIN

Another popular product sold at Boston Bud Factory is Solventless Rosin, made from natural cannabis flower. Dailey said, “Rosin is naturally extracted from the flower using only heat and pressure. The terpene profiles of our strain specific rosin provide a delicious dabbing experience.” This product is available in .5g sizes for $35 and 1g sizes for $70. “If you’re looking for the cleanest dab with the greatest flavor, give the Boston Bud Factory rosin a try,” said Dailey.

PRE-ROLL COLLABORATION

Dailey shared that their newest product is a pre-roll collaboration between Boston Bud Factory and Milltown Agriculture. “Both organizations are small businesses located in Holyoke, so this will be a great local partnership,” said Dailey. “Boston Bud Factory will produce and sell the pre-rolls using Milltown Agriculture’s craft cannabis, cultivated just down the street.” Pricing for

CHOCOLATE BARS COURTESY OF 253

Worcester | Northampton

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PLEASE CONSUME RESPONSIBLY. This product may cause impairment and may be habit forming. For use only by adults 21 years or older. Keep out of the reach of children. This product has not been analyzed or approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). There is limited information on the side effects of using this product, and there may be associated health risks. Marijuana use during pregnancy and breast-feeding may pose potential harms. It is against the law to drive or operate machinery when under the influence of this product. KEEP THIS PRODUCT AWAY FROM CHILDREN. There may be health risks associated with consumption of this product. Marijuana can impair concentration, coordination, and judgment. The impairment effects of edible marijuana may be delayed by two hours or more. In case of accidental ingestion, contact poison control hotline 1-800-222-1222 or 9-1-1. This product may be illegal outside of MA. License No. MRN281249t

Our factory is producing Recreational Marijuana Products the Retail Store at 73 Sargeant St., Holyokefor

• Fresh Flower Rosin • Natural Terpene Cartridges • Contract Manufacturing • Economic Empowerment Company • Enrolled in the CCC Social Equity Program

www.bostonbudfactory.com 413-420-8100 info@bostonbudfactory.com 73 Sargeant Street, Holyoke MA 01040 73 Sargeant Street, Holyoke MA 01040

Please Consume Responsibly - This product has not been analyzed or approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). There is limited information on the side effects of using this product, and there may be Administration (FDA). There is limited information on the side effects of using this product, and there may be associated health risks. Marijuana use during pregnancy and breast-feeding may pose potential harms. It is against associated health risks. Marijuana use during pregnancy and breast-feeding may pose potential harms. It is against the law to drive or operate machinery when under the influence of this product. KEEP THIS PRODUCT AWAY the law to drive or operate machinery when under the influence of this product. KEEP THIS PRODUCT AWAY FROM CHILDREN. There may be health risks associated with consumption of this product. Marijuana can impair FROM CHILDREN. There may be health risks associated with consumption of this product. Marijuana can impair concentration, coordination, and judgment. The impairment effects of Edibles may be delayed by two hours or more. concentration, coordination, and judgment. The impairment effects of Edibles may be delayed by two hours or more. In case of accidental ingestion, contact poison control hotline 1-800-222-1222 or 9-1-1. This product may be In case of accidental ingestion, contact poison control hotline 1-800-222-1222 or 9-1-1. This product may be illegal outside of MA. There may be health risks associated with consumption of this product.. For use only by adults illegal outside of MA. There may be health risks associated with consumption of this product.. For use only by adults 21 years of age or older. Keep out of the reach of children. 21 years of age or older. Keep out of the reach of children.

MILL TOWN

Coming Soon!

Now Available: Solventless Products & Solvent Free Vape Cartridges

the pre-rolls will be $12 each. “Stay tuned for promotional bundles that will include a free tote bag,” said Dailey. “This collaboration supports local businesses, both of which are located in Holyoke, which is an Area of Disproportionate Impact,” he added.

COAST CANNABIS CO.

Locations across Massachusetts VISIT COASTCANNABISCO.COM FOR MORE INFO

RASPBERRY LIME

Angela Brown, co-founder of COAST Cannabis, said one of their new products is Raspberry Lime THC: THCV: CBD Gummies. “This one-of-a-kind blend is a great way to jump start your energy levels, increase productivity and combat the dreaded munchies,” she said. Some of the benefits of THCV include a natural form of energy, natural appetite suppressant, increased motivation and increased feeling of euphoria. Brown said this product is often recommended to be used in the daytime. She noted that these gummies are the first of their kind on the Massachusetts market - a true source of natural energy.

KEY LIME PIE

“This bar is the perfect bite to celebrate summer,” said Brown. “A delicious, creamy white chocolate is met with a bright, refreshing citrus burst of flavor finished with a sweet organic graham cracker crunch.” As this product is a limited summer release, make sure to get it while you can!

CANNALOPE HAZE

A third product mentioned by Brown is “Cannalope Haze.” Cannalope Haze is “strong sativa that crosses between Haze Brothers and a Mexican landrace,” said Brown. “Accompanied by its sweet burst of flavor, Cannalope Haze is known for inducing a strong cerebral high accompanied by an underlying body buzz and energy boost.” The sativa strains’ profile is melon, tropical and floral.

“This bar is the perfect bite to celebrate summer.”

KEY LIME PIE WHITE CHOCOLATE BAR COURTESY OF COAST CANNABIS

Locations in Easthampton, Salem and Springfield VISIT MYINSA.COM FOR MORE INFO

413 CULTIVARS

Lewis Goldstein from Insa said their company is “leading the charge to bring the highest quality, most exciting, widest variety of cannabis to the right coast.” He continued, “With the mission of making the East Coast the new cannabis capital, Insa went back to their Massachusetts roots and launched a new line of strains born and raised in Western Mass.”

Goldstein explained that all 413 Cultivars are Insa-exclusive strains that took years in the making, through a process called “pheno-hunting.” This is when expert growers selectively breed multiple new strains and narrow them down to the best variations of each plant. The first release included 413 Papi Runtz, 413 Runtz, 413 Ice Pop, 413 Razzberry Budino and 413 Concord Grape, all available in the 1-gram pre-roll format, retailing for $15. Goldstein said there will be more releases of these varieties and other new, exclusive strains throughout the summer. “Consumers should keep an eye out for these launches – they’re limited releases and won’t last long,” he said.

NEW STRAINS

Goldstein shared that three other “rare strains” recently joined the Insa roster: Jealousy, Zhits Fire and Lemon Mother Pucker. “Jealousy is an indica-leaning cultivar, created by crossing Gelato 41 and Sunset Sherbet. This delicious cultivar has a sweet, creamy flavor instilling jealousy in anyone that is missing out on it,” he said. “Zhits Fire is a mouth-watering, sativa-leaning cultivar made from a rare cross of Z, an undisclosed strain, and FAF. This delicious strain has sugary, fruity flavors — great for anybody who loves dessert cultivars.”

Lastly, Goldstein said that Lemon Mother Pucker is a sativa cross of Sour Z and Lemonade Oz Kush. “Users reported mouth-watering lemon terps with a slight cream on the back end. This is the perfect daytime smoke — good for hiking, doing yard work or anything active,” he said.

According to Insa’s Head Grower Frank Golfieri, due to Zhits Fire and Lemon Mother Pucker being rare strains, Insa may be the only retailer to have them on the East Coast. “This effort is a part of Insa’s Right Coast Revolution, a quest to revolutionize the quality and quantity of cannabis offerings available on the East Coast as well as educate as many consumers as possible about the benefits of cannabis, and fight the stigmas still attached to using cannabis,” said Goldstein.

SUMMER SEASONALS

“Also known for its seasonal launches, Insa is giving its customers a taste of classic summer treats in ways they’ve never seen before in the cannabis industry. Because nothing says summer like a day at the beach, and no day at the beach is complete without a cold, frozen, tropical drink. Insa’s new Drop flavor pays homage to a crowd-pleaser – the piña colada,” said Goldstein. “Bursting with tropical pineapple, sweet coconut and 5mg of THC per piece, these will transport your mind and body to a relaxing beach vacation — no passport necessary.”

On the vaporizer front, the Rocket Pop is a combination of cherry, lemon and blue raspberry flavors combined in this seasonal classic. “This new vape has all the character of the red-blue-and-white fan-favorite popsicle,” said Goldstein. “And after those long summer days, the perfect dessert for summer nights around a campfire is, no surprise, delicious ooey-gooey s’mores,” he continued. Described by Goldstein as “crushed graham crackers, fluffy marshmallows, creamy milk chocolate and the highest-quality cannabis,” it’s all transformed into an exclusive chocolate for those long summer nights. “This season’s newest edible chocolate creation features 5mg of THC per piece, and 20 pieces per bar, guaranteed to get consumers asking for s’more,” said Goldstein.

The Piña Colada drops and the S’mores Chocolate Bar retail for $30. The Rocket Pop 500mg Carts and Darts retail for $55 each and the 350mg pens cost $40.

s’mores

THIS SEASON’S NEWEST EDIBLE CHOCOLATE CREATION FEATURES 5MG OF THC PER PIECE, AND 20 PIECES PER BAR, GUARANTEED TO GET CONSUMERS ASKING FOR S’MORE.

S’MORES CHOCOLATE BAR IS AVAILABLE AT INSA LOCATIONS AND RETAILS FOR $30

Location in Brimfield VISIT PIONEERCANNABISCOMPANY.COM FOR MORE INFO

BUD’S GOODS’ LIL JAY’S

Pioneer Cannabis Co., a family owned and run operation, offers a variety of products at their new location. Maura Doyle, CEO, said a customer favorite at Pioneer is “Bud’s Goods’ Lil Jay’s.” She said they are an affordable “People’s Eighth” packed into 10 mini prerolls. “They are convenient and perfect for sharing,” said Doyle. “All ten pre-rolls are hand-topped full of flower for an even burn and then packaged into a delightful pocket-sized tin. Ideal for summer parties.” The cost is $45.

FRESHLY BAKED CELESTIAL SLEEP

Doyle said a common request they hear at Pioneer is “I need help with sleep,” so it’s no surprise that Freshly Baked Celestial Sleep is a best-seller. “These gummies are made with a blend of THC, CBN and relaxing terpenes to help with relaxation and falling into a blissful sleep,” said Doyle. “The company is also veteran-owned and both Pioneer and its customers feel strongly about supporting veterans throughout the year, but even more so on the 4th of July.” The cost of the sleepy gummies is $20.

FRESHLY BAKED CELESTIAL SLEEP COURTESY OF PIONEER CANNABIS CO.

BAYGROWN FARMS HEMP BONES

“As a dog-friendly shop, Pioneer has customers bringing in their fourlegged friends daily and BayGrown Farms Hemp Bones have been a favorite for pet owners,” said Doyle. “These CBD dog treats are not only a delicious treat for dogs, but they also are made with all-natural, organic ingredients.” The product is sold in both 3.5 mg for small breeds and 25 mg for large breeds over 50 pounds. “These treats are perfect for your dog after a hike or a long day spent playing at the beach,” said Doyle. Pricing for small breeds is $30 and large breeds is $40.

TRULIEVE

Location in Northampton VISIT TRULIEVE.COM FOR MORE INFO

MUSE

Robert Kremer, executive director at Trulieve, shared some of their recent and upcoming launches. Starting with a new product, Trulieve offers Muse Concentrates and Vape Carts. “A line of premium, mind-expanding cannabis concentrates and cartridges, Muse encourages you to let go and give into inspiration,” said Kremer. “The world is your canvas - there is no limit to what you can do when you unlock what is within.” Muse Cured Budder 1g Concentrates cost $55 and Live Resin Carts .5-gram cost $60.

O PEN

The newest product to hit the shelves at Trulieve this summer is O Pen Daily Strains. “Daily Strains are a curated selection of popular strains, designed for any occasion. We scientifically formulated these strains to achieve consistent flavors and effects, while emphasizing THC levels,” said Kremer. Some of its benefits include a consistent, repeatable effect and flavor profile, along with low failure rates with consistent and smooth pulls. The O Pen can be used for a variety of reasons, to help with sleep, energy, relaxation and euphoria. Flavors include strawberry cheesecake, ice cream cake and blue dream, to name a few. The cost of a .5g vape cart is $55 and for a 1g vape cart, the cost is $75.

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