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Village Farms International Inc owns and operates intensive agricultural greenhouse facilities in British Columbia and Texas, where it produces, markets and sells tomatoes, bell peppers and cucumbers. Its wholly owned subsidiary, Pure Sunfarms, is a vertically integrated licensed producer and supplier of cannabis products sold to other licensed providers and provincial governments across Canada and internationally. The Company's wholly owned subsidiary, Balanced Health, develops and sells, cannabidiol (CBD) based products including ingestible, edible and topical applications. The Company has identified four operating segments - Produce, Cannabis-Canada, Cannabis-U.S. and Energy. The company makes majority of its revenue from the Produce segment.

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Billionaire Elon Musk may have been one of the central figures in the 2024 presidential election and Republican voters now view him more favorably than a year ago after Donald Trump <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/11/41768178/donald-trump-defeats-kamala-harris-to-win-2024-election">won the election.</a>
What Happened: Musk endorsed Trump in the 2024 presidential election and<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41353213/tesla-ceo-elon-musk-to-campaign-for-trump-in-pennsylvania-asks-attendees-to-support-free-speech-ther"> campaigned for the president-elect </a>in the key swing state of Pennsylvania.
Since helping Trump win the 2024 election, Musk has been <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/24/11/41931503/trump-forms-doge-with-elon-musk-and-vivek-ramaswamy-at-the-helm-will-it-impact-tesla-ceos-role-at-the-ev-giant-and-spacex">named to lead</a> the Department of Government Efficiency, or D.O.G.E for short, alongside Vivek Ramaswamy.
Musk will likely play a central role in the Trump administration going forward and it comes as Republicans have a more favorable opinion of the billionaire.
A Morning Consult <a href="https://pro.morningconsult.com/analysis/elon-musk-trump-administration-influence">poll </a>conducted on Nov. 6 and Nov. 7 after Trump won the election found that 72% of Republicans had a favorable view of Musk, up from 52% a year ago. The poll found that 17% of Republican had an unfavorable view of Musk. The remaining respondents said they had heard of Musk and had no opinion (10%) or had never heard of Musk (1%).
For comparison, here is how Musk's favorable and unfavorable ratings compare to other key Republican figures. The following are the percent of Republican voters who said they viewed each person favorable or unfavorable:
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<li>Donald Trump: 87% favorable, 11% unfavorable</li>
<li>Republicans in Congress: 83% favorable, 12% unfavorable</li>
<li>J.D. Vance: 74% favorable, 12% unfavorable</li>
<li>Mike Johnson: 39% favorable, 14% unfavorable</li>
<li>Mitch McConnell: 29% favorable, 37% unfavorable</li>
</ul>
The poll shows Musk's favorable rating ranking nearly the same as vice-president-elect Vance. Musk also is viewed more favorable by Republicans than that of Speaker of the House Johnson and current Senate Minority Leader McConnell.
Musk does have the second worst unfavorable rating at 17%, ranking only ahead of McConnell, who has often clashed with Trump and members of his own party.
The poll also found that 53% of Republicans said Musk should play "a major role" in the Trump administration moving forward. This ranked ahead of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who saw 49% of Republican voters say he should play a major role moving forward.
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Why It's Important: Musk is viewed much more favorably by Republican voters than Democrats and Independent voters according to the latest poll.
The poll found that Democratic voters view Musk more unfavorable (71%) than favorable (17%). This is a big change from a year ago when Musk had a favorable rating of 32% and unfavorable rating of 46% from Democratic voters.
Independent voters are also more likely to have an unfavorable view of Musk (48%) than a favorable one (36%). This is a change from a year ago when 40% had unfavorable views of Musk and 34% viewed him favorable.
Overall, Musk had a favorable rating of 42% and unfavorable rating of 45% across all voters, compared to 40% favorable and 36% unfavorable a year ago.
Morning Consult has conducted the poll asking for views on Musk four times based on the latest poll, with results coming for April 2022, June 2022, November 2023 and November 2024.
Musk had his highest overall favorable rating of 45% from all voters back in April 2022.
While Musk's favorable rating is up to 72% and his unfavorable rating was down compared to a year ago amongst Republican voters, Musk had a lower unfavorable rating from Republican voters of 13% back in April 2022.
One of the key questions moving forward is if Musk's support of Trump, who has been a vocal critic of electric vehicles will hurt Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>).
Based on the surging price of Tesla stock since the 2024 election, Tesla investors see a Trump win as a positive with shares up 14.8% on the day after the election. Tesla stock is up 24.6% since the closing price on Election Day.
Trump's win could see the end of federal credits for electric vehicles, which could be negative for the sector. Tesla may not lose as much as the company is profitable and has large scale compared to electric vehicle competitors.
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Post management expects Adjusted EBITDA for fiscal year 2025 to be between $1,410-$1,460 million. Post management expects fiscal year 2025 capital expenditures to range between $380-$420 million, which includes Post Consumer Brands investment in network optimization and pet food safety and capacity, for aggregate expenditures of $90-$100 million. This also includes Foodservice investment in the completion of the Norwalk, Iowa precooked egg facility expansion and continued cage-free egg facility expansion, for aggregate expenditures of $80-$90 million.
Post provides Adjusted EBITDA guidance only on a non-GAAP basis and does not provide a reconciliation of its forward-looking Adjusted EBITDA non-GAAP guidance measure to the most directly comparable GAAP measure due to the inherent difficulty in forecasting and quantifying certain amounts that are necessary for such reconciliation, including adjustments that could be made for income/expense on swaps, net, gain/loss on extinguishment of debt, net, integration and transaction costs, mark-to-market adjustments on commodity and foreign exchange hedges, mark-to-market adjustments and impairments on equity securities and investments, equity method investment adjustment and other charges reflected in Post's reconciliations of historical numbers, the amounts of which, based on historical experience, could be significant. For additional information regarding Post's non-GAAP measures, see the related explanations presented under "Use of Non-GAAP Measures."

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Post Hldgs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/POST#NYSE">POST</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $1.53 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.23 by 24.39 percent. This is a 6.13 percent decrease over earnings of $1.63 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $2.01 billion which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.97 billion by 2.29 percent. This is a 3.34 percent increase over sales of $1.95 billion the same period last year.

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CEA Industries (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CEAD#NASDAQ">CEAD</a>) reported quarterly losses of $(0.94) per share. This is a 21.67 percent increase over losses of $(1.20) per share from the same period last year. The company reported $391.00 thousand in sales this quarter. This is a 57.20 percent decrease over sales of $913.57 thousand the same period last year.

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President-elect Donald Trump picked Robert F. Kennedy Jr., known for his vaccine skepticism, as his nominee Thursday to lead the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/10/41127143/us-hhs-reveal-cost-savings-for-54-prescription-drugs-including-novartis-cancer-drug-ozempic-could">Department of Health and Human Services. </a>
This move, which comes after Kennedy ended his presidential campaign and endorsed Trump, positions the environmental activist to potentially reshape national health policies. The selection has stirred mixed reactions, particularly from public health experts, <a href="https://www.politico.com/news/2024/11/14/robert-f-kennedy-jr-trump-hhs-secretary-pick-00188617">Politico</a> reports.
&#8220;For too long, Americans have been crushed by the industrial food complex and drug companies who have engaged in deception, misinformation, and disinformation when it comes to Public Health,&#8221; Trump said in a tweet announcing the decision. 
As Benzinga reported earlier this month, Kennedy has a history of spreading falsehoods about vaccines, including that they cause autism, a theory disproven by scientific studies. His selection as the nominee for HHS secretary comes against a backdrop of falling vaccination rates, which coincide with, in one example, 13 measles outbreaks in the U.S. so far this year. 
What Happened: Trump's decision is part of a broader promise to "let Kennedy go wild" with health and food policies, aiming to overhaul the HHS. Kennedy has expressed sharp criticisms of several health agencies.
Kennedy had hinted at the potential role of "health czar" in Trump&#8217;s administration. If he is confirmed, Kennedy's appointment could influence vaccine policy and the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/11/41822473/trumps-potential-health-czar-robert-f-kennedy-jr-rattles-vaccine-stocks-shoot-first-reaction">direction of the CDC, FDA, and NIH.</a>
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Kennedy's prospective role has already affected vaccine manufacturer stocks. Major vaccine-related companies saw declines in stock prices on Thursday due to the uncertainty surrounding Kennedy&#8217;s influence on health policy.
Key companies impacted include:
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<li>Moderna Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRNA#NASDAQ">MRNA</a>) down 5.62% to $39.77.</li>
<li>Pfizer Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PFE#NYSE">PFE</a>) down 2.62% to $26.02.</li>
<li>Johnson &amp; Johnson (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JNJ#NYSE">JNJ</a>) down 0.89% to $151.87.</li>
<li>AstraZeneca plc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AZN#NASDAQ">AZN</a>) down 0.38% to $65.04.</li>
<li>Novavax Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVAX#NASDAQ">NVAX</a>) down 7.02% to $7.22.</li>
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Why It Matters: Kennedy's views on vaccines and health oversight agencies stand in stark contrast to established medical consensus. His appointment could alter public health directives, with some analysts predicting potential shifts in FDA regulatory independence and vaccine guidelines. 
The impact may extend beyond policy, shaping public trust in health systems amid ongoing debates over vaccine safety.
Kennedy, while indicating he has no plans to "take away anybody's vaccines," continues to be a polarizing figure. Vaccine-related stocks may experience ongoing volatility as the Trump administration finalizes its health policy agenda.
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If you've ever regretted eating that second gummy because the first one took forever to kick in, you're not alone. From unpredictable highs to hours of couch lock, the edible experience can be a minefield of bad trips. But Azuca is on a mission to change all that.
With a revolutionary whole-plant infusion process, Azuca's food-tech innovation standardizes the high. No solvents, no distillates—just a fast-acting, full-spectrum experience that finally delivers on the promise of predictable, enjoyable edibles.&nbsp;
In an exclusive interview with Benzinga Cannabis, CEO Kim Sanchez Rael shared how this innovation isn't just a win for consumers, it's a game changer for cannabis investors and edibles brands looking to stand out in a crowded market. 
"We've eliminated the typical pitfalls of the edibles segment," said Rael. "Our process offers a cleaner, more efficient path to product differentiation and profitability, all while delivering a superior experience to the end consumer."
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">A New Chapter In Edibles: Whole-Plant Infusion Without Extractions</h3>
One of the most significant breakthroughs from Azuca is its ability to <a href="https://feeds2.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/04/38473652/inside-gr-ns-marijuana-edibles-factory-what-can-we-learn-about-choco-nomics-and-multi-state-expa">create edibles</a> using the entire cannabis flower without relying on extractions like distillate or resin. Traditional edible production involves extracting THC from the cannabis plant, often using solvents.&nbsp;
Meanwhile,<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/04/38093020/exclusive-why-wait-azuca-obx-speed-up-cannabis-access"> Azuca </a>utilizes the entire flower, delivering what Rael called a true "entourage effect" in an edible format. "We've made it possible to infuse edibles directly with cannabis flower, bypassing the need for any extraction. This means consumers get the full spectrum of the plant's compounds—<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/05/38626097/why-does-tangie-smell">cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids</a>—in a consistent format. It's the closest experience to smoking the plant but without the need to inhale."
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Ending The Bad Trip: Predictable Highs</h3>
Traditional<a href="https://feeds2.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/08/40520617/detroits-first-cannabis-bakery-and-cafe-opens-soon-thc-cbd-infused-delights-await"> edibles</a> can take anywhere from 1 to 2 hours to kick in, leading many users to consume more than they should in frustration. The slow metabolization of THC in the liver can also produce a different, often more intense form of THC, which can result in a heavier, sedative effect—what the industry colloquially calls "couch lock."
Azuca's proprietary technology addresses this problem head-on. By encapsulating cannabis oil molecules in a starch-based shell, Azuca ensures that the cannabinoids are transformed into water-soluble compounds.&nbsp;
The encapsulation process allows the active ingredients to be absorbed rapidly in the mouth and upper digestive tract, bypassing the liver's delayed metabolization.
"Our technology delivers onset times as quick as 5 to 15 minutes," explained Rael. "This fast absorption not only prevents overconsumption but also offers a more predictable and sessionable experience, similar to smoking but in an <a href="https://feeds2.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/10/41388261/revolutionizing-cannabis-edibles-ascends-new-thc-cannabinoid-blends-now-available-in-this-east-c">edible form</a>."
The encapsulation process also preserves the chemical integrity of the<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/23/12/36394288/cannabis-2024-experts-weigh-in-what-to-expect-from-dc-and-business-outlook-exciting-point-in-tim"> cannabinoids</a>, meaning that consumers experience THC in its Delta-9 form rather than the more intense 11-hydroxy-THC.&nbsp;
"We've effectively standardized the high," said Rael. "Gone are the days of nausea, anxiety, and unpredictable effects. Our products deliver a consistent, uplifting experience every time." While Azuca's technology aims to deliver a standardized, predictable experience,<a href="https://feeds2.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/08/40121179/cannabis-edibles-gone-wrong-high-flyers-door-forcing-drama-and-assault-force-emergency-landing"> individual responses can still vary</a> based on dosage, personal tolerance and other factors.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Starch Encapsulation: The Vanguard Of Food-Tech In Cannabis</h3>
Azuca's innovations are rooted in cutting-edge food technology, specifically the use of modified starches for encapsulating oil-based cannabinoids. Traditional methods of infusing <a href="https://feeds2.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/08/40471578/mike-tysons-new-line-of-weed-gummies-now-available-in-colorado-heres-where-to-find-them-and-win-">edibles with THC</a> involve the use of sticky, viscous distillate, which can lead to significant waste and degradation of potency during the cooking process. Distillates are prone to transfer loss, cannabis oil sticking to mixing equipment, and oxidation from exposure to heat.
Azuca's encapsulation technique solves these issues. The proprietary starch coating not only makes the cannabinoids water-friendly but also prevents them from sticking to equipment, reducing waste.&nbsp;
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According to Rael, the process reduces active ingredient loss by up to 20% during manufacturing, translating to significant cost savings for producers.
"Our starch encapsulation process is a game changer for the industry," Rael noted. "It protects the cannabinoids from degradation, ensuring potency, and allows for seamless integration into any <a href="https://feeds2.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/08/40225540/summer-sizzles-with-thc-infused-beverages-market-report-reveals-top-selling-weed-drinks-in-u-s">edible product</a> without the need for additional extraction or emulsification equipment."
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Scale And Market Reach</h3>
Azuca's business model is built on licensing its technology to cannabis brands and manufacturers. This approach has allowed the company to quickly <a href="https://feeds2.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/24/06/39538627/from-local-startup-to-cannabis-edibles-powerhouse-cameron-saner-on-pushing-kosmik-brands-to-infi">scale and penetrate multiple markets</a> across the U.S. and Canada. The process is straightforward: Azuca supplies its proprietary Activator, a non-infused precursor, which manufacturers can easily mix with their cannabis input—whether it's distillate, live resin, or whole flower.
"Our model is designed to be scalable for any size operation," she said. "We have over 100 licensing agreements and have infused close to 2 billion milligrams of cannabinoids since our launch."
The Activator is available in different formulations tailored for various product types, including gummies, beverages, and chocolates. "We've made it easy for our partners to integrate our technology into their existing processes, without the need for heavy equipment or extensive training," Rael explained.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Financial Impact: Reduced Waste, Increased Profit Margins</h3>
Azuca's technology offers significant financial advantages for manufacturers. The reduction in waste during production not only improves efficiency but also boosts profitability. Products made with Azuca's technology often command a premium price in the marketplace.&nbsp;
"Consumers are willing to pay more for a product that offers a predictable, high-quality experience," said Rael. "We've seen premium pricing of 20% or more for fast-acting edibles, and up to a 50% premium for products that combine fast onset with functional effects like sleep or relaxation."
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Beyond The Bud</h3>
While Azuca is focused on the cannabis industry, Rael sees potential applications for their encapsulation technology in other sectors, such as nutraceuticals. "This is fundamentally a substance delivery system. We're taking molecules that are difficult to metabolize and making them easy for the body to absorb. The same principles could apply to vitamins, supplements, and other active ingredients outside of cannabis."
By eliminating the need for extractions and delivering a fast, predictable, and enjoyable experience, Azuca is paving the way for a new generation of cannabis edibles.
"We're driven by innovation," Rael concluded. "Our mission is to raise the bar for what edibles can be and to provide a better experience for both consumers and manufacturers alike. This is just the beginning."
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Village Farms GAAP EPS of -$0.01 beats by $0.02, revenue of $83.37M beats by $2.8M

In a report released today, Eric Des Lauriers from Craig-Hallum maintained a Buy rating on Village Farms International (VFF – Research Report). The...

Craig-Hallum Sticks to Their Buy Rating for Village Farms International (VFF)

Village Farms International (VFF) Q3 2024 Earnings Conference Call Transcript

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ROSE LifeScience receives Research Licence from Health Canada

Village Farms International Reports Q2/24 Results

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Pure Sunfarms Becomes First B.C. Cannabis Producer to Secure Funding for Wildlife Enhancement Project

Village Farms International to Present at Investor Summit Forum on August 20 at 11:30 a.m. ET

Village Farms International Acquires Remaining Equity Ownership Interest in Leli Holland

Village Farms International Announces Participation at the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference in Chicago

Village Farms International Provides Update on Nasdaq Listing

Village Farms International to Report Q3/24 Results on November 7, 2024

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Village Farms International Selected to Testify at Marijuana Rescheduling Hearing

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