Entourage Health Announces Amendment to Key Supply Agreement
Supply Agreement previously executed with HEXO Corp. is assigned to Aphria Inc., Tilray Brands, Inc.’s operating subsidiary for bulk cannabis biomass
Amended Supply Agreement offers consistent premium cannabis to meet demand for Entourage products
Toronto, Canada, September 15, 2023 – Entourage Health Corp. (TSX-V: ENTG) (OTCQX: ETRGF) (FSE:4WE) ("Entourage" or the "Company"), a Canadian producer and distributor of award-winning cannabis products, announced it has entered into an amended supply agreement (the “Supply Agreement”) with HEXO Corp. (“HEXO”). The amendments, amongst other things, extend the initial term of the agreement, securing Entourage's ongoing access to high-quality bulk cannabis biomass for its product portfolio. The prices of all products supplied under the Supply Agreement are fixed but subject to limited and periodical adjustments depending on prevailing production costs.
The amended terms follow HEXO’s acquisition by Tilray Brands, Inc. (“Tilray”), prompting Entourage to shift its sourcing strategy, now obtaining bulk cannabis from Tilray cultivation sites as needed. Simultaneously, the obligations of HEXO pursuant to the Supply Agreement have been assigned to Aphria Inc., Tilray's principal operating entity and license holder. Throughout this transition, Entourage has remained proactive, fostering continuous collaboration with Tilray to address all amendments. This effort represents a commitment to not only secure a consistent, high-quality cannabis supply but also to explore further opportunities with this newly forged partnership.
"We take pride in the exceptional quality of our cannabis products,” remarked George Scorsis, CEO and Chair. “Our partnership with HEXO has consistently delivered impressive results. Moving ahead with Tilray, a highly respected company, we share a common goal - to develop a partnership deeply rooted in our promise to ensure our products continue to meet and exceed the highest standard of quality and satisfaction for our patients and consumers. We are excited to work together towards this shared objective with Tilray.”
About Entourage Health Corp.
Entourage Health Corp. is the publicly traded parent Company of Entourage Brands Corp., a licence holder producing and distributing cannabis products for both the medical and adult-use markets. The Company owns and operates a fully licensed 26,000 sq. ft. Aylmer, ON processing facility. With its Starseed Medicinal medical-centric brand, Entourage has expanded its multi-channelled distribution strategy. Starseed’s industry-first, exclusive partnership with LiUNA, the largest construction union in Canada, along with employers and union groups complements Entourage’s direct sales to medical patients. Entourage’s elite adult-use product portfolio includes Color Cannabis, Saturday Cannabis – and now Dime Bag and Syndicate – sold across eight provincial distribution agencies. Exclusive Canadian producer and distributor of award-winning U.S.-based wellness brand Mary’s Medicinals sold in both medical and adult-use channels. Under a collaboration with the Boston Beer Company, Entourage is also the exclusive distributor of cannabis-infused beverages ‘TeaPot’ in Canada. In addition, Entourage also entered into an exclusive agreement with Irwin Naturals, a renowned nutraceutical and herbal supplement formulator of popular branded wellness products sold across North America.
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