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Fight for Cannabis Legalization in Colombia
Grow World
In this episode, we sit down with Juan Carlos Losada, a Colombian politician and a key advocate for cannabis legalization. As a representative for Bogota, animal rights activist, and passionate vegan, Juan has been at the forefront of pushing for change in Colombia’s cannabis industry. 🌱 🇨🇴 Juan walks us through the complexities of cannabis in Colombia: Is it legal or illegal? He sheds light on the strange reality—it's legal to consume cannabis, but not to buy it—and how this fuels the illegal market. Whether you're a grower, consumer, or just curious about the industry, this episode is packed with insights on the future of cannabis in Colombia and beyond. 00:31 Grow World Community + Sponsors 04:13 Juan's Background 08:40 Cannabis in Colombia: Legal or illegal? 12:42 Colombia Cannabis Export Market 16:10 Cannabis Legal Global Market 19:35 Cannabis Fair in Colombia 20:26 Regulation of Cannabis by Juan 26:07 Education about Cannabis 28:28 Alcohol vs Cannabis 31:01 Future of Cannabis Market if it Becomes Regulated 35:00 The market that Juan would like to emulate in Colombia 38:40 Colombia at the Forefront of the Transformation 42:21 Process for Companies to get in the Colombian Market 47:32 How does the process of purchasing from other countries to Colombia work? 52:28 #1 Reason Congress is Against Legalization 53:49 Advice from Juan
Colombia: Cannabis Goldmine?
Grow World
Colombia has all the natural advantages: perfect climate, year-round sunlight, low production costs, and decades of agricultural expertise. So why hasn’t it become a global powerhouse in this emerging plant-based industry? In this episode of Grow World, we sit down with a legal and business expert who has worked across extraction labs, cultivation sites, and international trade. She breaks down the reality behind the headlines—from regulatory bottlenecks and global certification barriers to pricing pressure and market access challenges. You’ll learn: - Why Colombia produces at a fraction of the cost of North America - The real reason exports are limited despite massive production capacity - How international regulations shape what can (and cannot) be sold - Why Europe isn’t the opportunity many expected - What needs to change for Colombia to thrive globally - The surprising truth about supply vs. demand - How companies are surviving today—and who won’t make it We also dive into: - The differences between Bogotá and MedellĂn cultivation ecosystems - Why greenhouse production dominates in Colombia - The complexity of exporting to multiple countries with different rules - The future outlook for Latin America markets like Peru, Ecuador, and Brazil This is one of the most honest and detailed breakdowns of Colombia’s position in the global cultivation economy. 00:00 Market Reality Check (Germany vs Colombia Production) 00:21 Consumer Trust & Access Challenges 00:55 Inside the Grow World Global Network 01:14 Partner Solutions & Facility Support 03:11 How This Connection Started 04:50 Bogotá vs MedellĂn: Culture & Industry Differences 06:58 Entering the Industry During the Pandemic 08:54 Extraction vs Cultivation: Learning Both Sides 10:10 Building Pharma-Grade Facilities 12:23 Export Challenges & Regulations 14:05 Why Global Trade Is So Complicated 15:25 No Local Retail Market Explained 17:18 Consumer Education Gap 18:08 Why Colombia Has a Natural Advantage 19:19 Indoor vs Greenhouse: Key Differences 20:49 Standardization vs Nature 22:08 Certification Barriers & Costs 22:48 Overhyped Market Expectations 24:29 Why Global Demand Didn’t Match Supply 25:07 10-Year Outlook for Colombia 27:19 Responsible Market Development 27:58 How Companies Are Surviving Today 29:15 Pricing War: Colombia vs U.S. 31:13 Supply vs Demand Imbalance 31:52 Europe’s Slow Progress 33:11 Industry Consolidation 34:46 Should Companies Hold or Exit? 36:20 The Reality of Global Expansion 38:24 Complex Regulations by Region 39:00 Emerging Markets: Peru 40:55 Latin America Growth Opportunities 41:13 Ecuador’s Rapid Rise 42:08 Brazil’s Untapped Potential 42:45 Uruguay’s Unique Model 43:19 How to Source from Colombia 44:31 Cost Advantage & Sustainability 45:30 Bogotá Water Crisis & Farming Impact 47:28 Sustainability = Survival 48:25 Final Thoughts
$50M+ High-tech Cannabis Greenhouse in Colombia | Plena Global
Grow World
Grow World Tour of Plena Global's State-of-the-art facility and $50M+ high-tech greenhouses. Plena Global was born in 2017 with a vision to revolutionize healthcare with medical cannabis. Since then, they have put people at the heart of their business and collaborate with partners who share those core values. In 2019, Plena merged with Econnabis, a Colombian company led by innovative entrepreneurs. Together, they assembled a world-class team, drawn from local communities and different parts of the world, to consolidate as a global powerhouse in the supply of medical cannabis. Plena Global is becoming the world’s leading provider of B2B medical cannabis. Plena's vertically integrated operation ensures that quality and compliance are paramount at every stage of the process. Plena Global’s holistic approach to producing high quality medical grade cannabis is achieved through a superior level of expertise and care, implemented at all levels of our operation to ensure the highest quality product for our customers. To learn more about Plena Global you can visit their website: [https://www.plena-global.com/](https://www.plena-global.com/) 00:00 Intro 05:29 Background of Plena Global 06:20 Meet Mauricio Kraus of Plena Global 07:30 Growing Cannabis in Bogota 09:00 Cannabis Evolves in Colombia 10:00 Exploring in Bogota Colombia 12:00 Plena Global's High-tech Facility 12:47 Tour Plena's High-tech Greenhouses 16:36 Meet with Neo and Loreina 18:23 Casa Maria, Cannabis Consumption in Colombia 21:00 Cannabis Community In Bogota 23:00 Dolly Llamma 23:32 Ascending to Summit of Monserrate 25:50 Meet Alejandro of Plena Global 30:08 Outro