The Barbados Medicinal Cannabis Licensing Authority has found a partner in the digital payment app, mMoney as it seeks to overcome the local banking hurdle the industry currently faces.
A memorandum of understanding was inked at the opening of the conference, which Chief Executive Officer, Shanika Roberts-Odle says will create a solution to some of the challenges facing the fledgeling industry.
Despite this step, Ms. Roberts-Odle says hurdles still exist on the local and international fronts.
Memorandums of understanding were also signed with other strategic partners.
The partnership with Export Barbados addresses issues pertaining to scientific testing and manufacturing, the marketing of the industry along with the exploration of a Medicinal Cannabis Waste to Energy Project.
The final MOU signals the island joining other countries onboard the Caribbean Cannabis Forum.
Ms. Roberts-Odle details the benefits of being a part of the forum.
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