Marijuana Company of America Inc. Acquires VBF Brands, Inc. Expanding Footprint in California’s Growing Cannabis Grower Market

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Marijuana Company of America (MCOA) has completed the acquisition of VBF Brands, Inc., a cannabis cultivator and distributor in Salinas, California. This strategic move is expected to enhance MCOA's EBITDA in 2022 and expand production capabilities. The acquisition includes notable cannabis licenses, allowing MCOA to capitalize on the leading California cannabis market. The company plans to leverage VBF's efficient growing systems to improve operational capacity and quality. MCOA's leadership aims to strengthen its market position and expand its footprint within the cannabis industry.

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• Acquisition of VBF Brands is expected to enhance MCOA's EBITDA in 2022.
• Strategic entry into California's large cannabis market with valuable licenses.
• Utilization of VBF's efficient growing systems to improve production capacity.

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LOS ANGELES, Dec. 15, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via InvestorWire – Marijuana Company of America, Inc. (OTC: MCOA) (“the Company”), a diversified holding company with operations and investments throughout the cannabis industry, announces that it has recently completed the acquisition of VBF Brands, Inc. (“VBF”) a marijuana cultivator and distributor based in Salinas, California. VBF was previously a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sunset Island Group, Inc. (OTC: SIGO).

Based on the activity since the acquisition was consummated in Q3 2021, MCOA expects this transaction will continue to be highly accretive to the Company's EBITDA expectations for 2022 and will work towards increasing production at a nearby Salinas based facility that also offers exponential growth opportunities with other nearby land and facilities.

California continues to be the country’s largest legal cannabis market and offers tremendous market potential for MCOA with this acquisition that includes cannabis nursery, cannabis manufacturing/distribution and cultivation licenses.

Jesus Quintero, CEO of Marijuana Company of America, Inc. stated, “The acquisition of VBF Brands, Inc. perfectly encapsulates MCOA’s strategy to expand our business by organic growth and acquisitions of synergistic and often undercapitalized assets existing today in the Cannabis industry.  We are confident that by providing this entity with capital and operational depth to the already impressive operations will increase the capacity, and greatly bolster our position in the California Cannabis market."

VBF brands, Inc. has been a cultivator and distributor in Salinas, California, for the past two years and utilizes its own growing systems to produce popular cannabis clones that are proprietary certified clean, designed to assist growers by reducing uncertainty and enhancing the likelihood of a successful cultivation harvest.  Cannabis clones carry the exact same genetic potential as their mother plant and have similar cannabinoid and terpene profiles when grown properly. When clones are selected from healthy, high-quality mother plants, they also inherit their vigor, and natural resistance to mold, mildew, and pests.

Quintero added, “We are especially intrigued with this acquisition because of VBF’s reputation for high-quality clones and its unique use of its growing space.  The Company employs a three-tiered growing system, thereby maximizing the square footage of its Salinas, California, facility.   Few growers offer the efficiency of VBF Brands, Inc., which provides greater efficiency and sustainable cultivation techniques to provide growers with access to locally grown, high-quality clones to grow cannabis flower.  Clones are made in an expedient manner and sold for use to other cannabis flower growers that now don’t have to wait six months to cultivate and sell.”

This latest acquisition exemplifies MCOA’s commitment to grow its business while remaining fiscally prudent and further establish itself as a leader in the legalized cannabis THC, hemp & CBD industries. MCOA offers unique and diversified exposure to the global cannabidiol sector and fully intends to continue expanding its footprint with investments and collaborations with both new and existing strategic partners as well as spur organic growth from synergistic acquisitions.

Marijuana Company of America offers the highest quality premium-brand products and the opportunity to be at the vanguard of growth and innovation in the legal cannabis and industrial hemp industries.

We are excited about the growth potential with our partners at SIGO that we acquired from VBF as we work to significantly expand our footprint in Salina. MCOA has the option to acquire 51% of SIGO’s new cannabis growth facility that is significantly larger than the current clone facility operated by VBF. The new facility is obtaining licenses for mass cultivation, manufacturing, and distribution and should have projected annual income after the first year of operations of over $30M.

About Marijuana Company of America, Inc.
Marijuana Company of America (MCOA) invests in the cannabis sector directly.   The company’s operations include C-Distro, one of the THC, Hemp & CBD cannabis industries fastest growing distribution companies, and hempsmart™, a Premium CBD company.  The company's core mission is to leverage its experience, and access to capital to identify and invest in acquisitions with unique growth potential.

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FAQ

What is the significance of MCOA's acquisition of VBF Brands?

The acquisition enhances MCOA's EBITDA expectations and solidifies its position in the California cannabis market.

How will the acquisition of VBF Brands impact MCOA's production capabilities?

MCOA plans to increase production at VBF's facility, leveraging its efficient growing systems.

When was the acquisition of VBF Brands completed?

The acquisition was completed in Q3 2021.

What types of licenses are included in the VBF Brands acquisition?

The acquisition includes cannabis nursery, manufacturing/distribution, and cultivation licenses.

What are MCOA's future plans after acquiring VBF Brands?

MCOA intends to expand its footprint in the cannabis market through further investments and collaborations.