VANCOUVER, Oct. 3, 2018 /CNW/ - CROP Infrastructure
Corp. (CSE: CROP) (CSE: CROP.CN) (OTC: CRXPF)(Frankfurt: 2FR)
("CROP" or the "Company") announces that further to its LOI with
Naturally Splendid Enterprises (TSX-V: NSP)(OTCQB: NSPDF) (previously announced on August
14th 2018) CROP will utilize NSP's proprietary HempOmega™ powder created from microencapsulated hemp
seed oil in its 'CannaDrink' functional beverage line currently being developed.
CannaDrink will now be available in all other jurisdictions containing HempOmega™ where CBD products are not yet
approved. CROP's new cannabis-infused line of soft drinks called CannaDrink will be a zero calorie, non-GMO, ketogenic-friendly
line of soda pop, tea, and coffee variations.
HempOmega™ is a unique and proprietary homogenous powder created from microencapsulated hemp seed oil. It is a
high-quality and sustainable omega fatty acid alternative ingredient. Due to its unique powder format, it solves the formulation
challenge manufacturers face when trying to add oil to existing products and has proven to increase the bioavailability of omega
fatty acids. The global carbonated soft drinks
market is projected to reach USD 605.6 billion by 2025, according to a March 2018 report by Grand View Research, Inc.
In addition to its CannaDrink beverage line, CROP is working with Naturally Splendid to develop a "Hempire" branded hulled
hemp seed and protein powder product line. CROP and Naturally Splendid are currently testing a variety of flavors and
formulations created by NSP specifically for the Hempire Brand that will be enhanced with NSP's HempOmega™.
Naturally Splendid CEO Mr. Douglas Mason states, "We are pleased to be working with CROP to
create quality, white-labelled hemp products for the Hempire brand as well as providing our proprietary HempOmega™
ingredient for CROP's innovative CannaDrink functional soft drink line. CannaDrink is formulated to deliver superior omega
nutrition, by utilizing Naturally Splendid's proprietary HempOmega™ it provides 'first mover advantage' for Naturally
Splendid and CROP to formulate cannabis formulated beverages and edibles as HempOmega™ has been approved for product
fortification without the concern or restrictions of cannabinoid formulated beverages and edibles
Michael Yorke, CEO and Director of CROP Infrastructure states: "We believe in the nutritional
spectrum and health benefits of both hemp and CBD so adding a consumer goods vertical was a logical progression as consumer data
shows strong trends in plant-based foods and nutritional products. We see it as a tremendous opportunity for CROP
Infrastructure's branding & IP portfolio."
About CROP
Crop has a portfolio of cannabis projects including cultivation properties in California, two
in Washington State, two in Nevada consisting of 2,800 acres
including extraction, 3 dispensary applications, with international focuses in Jamaica and
Italy. CROP has developed a portfolio of assets including Canna Drink with US and Italian
distribution rights to over 55 topical products and a portfolio of 16 Cannabis brands.
Disclaimer for Forward-Looking Information
Forward-looking statements are not based on historical facts, but rather on current expectations and projections about future
events, and are therefore subject to risks and uncertainties which could cause actual results to differ materially from the
future results expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. In addition, marijuana remains a Schedule I drug under the
United States Controlled Substances Act of 1970. Although Congress has prohibited the US Justice Department from spending federal
funds to interfere with the implementation of state medical marijuana laws, this prohibition must be renewed each year to remain
in effect. These statements generally can be identified by the use of forward-looking words such as "may", "should", "could",
"intend", "estimate", "plan", "anticipate", "expect", "believe" or "continue", or the negative thereof or similar variations.
Forward-looking statements in this news release include statements regarding CannaDrink; the technological effects of CannaDrink;
the intention to expand its portfolio; and execute on its business plan. Such statements are qualified in their entirety by the
inherent risks and uncertainties surrounding the regulatory and legal framework regarding the cannabis industry in general among
all levels of government and zoning; risks associated with applicable securities laws and stock exchange rules relating to the
cannabis industry; risks associated with maintaining its interests in its various assets; the ability of the Company to finance
operations and execute its business plan and other factors beyond the control of the Company. Such forward-looking statements
should therefore be construed in light of such factors, and the Company is not under any obligation, and expressly disclaims any
intention or obligation, to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future
events or otherwise, except as required by applicable law.
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SOURCE CROP Infrastructure Corp.
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