— Four varieties are among select few certified by Association of Official Seed Certifying Agencies —

DAVIS, Calif. (February 3, 2021) – Arcadia Biosciences, Inc.^® (Nasdaq: RKDA), a leader in science-based approaches to enhancing the quality and nutritional value of crops and food ingredients, today announced that four of its GoodHemp varieties – Rogue, Umpqua, Santiam and Potomac –  have all passed the rigorous standards of the national Association of Official Seed Certifying Agencies (AOSCA) variety review board.

“In an emerging industry such as hemp, where variable quality of seed has historically plagued growers, being able to provide the quality assurance that AOSCA certification brings is critical,” said Randy Shultz, Ph.D., chief technology officer of Arcadia Biosciences. “We are pleased to be setting the bar for quality, uniformity and performance in the hemp seed industry and look forward to supporting growers with superior genetics to enable successful outcomes for them and for the industry as a whole.”

“The goal of seed certification is to maintain varietal purity to ensure that growers receive the pure, high quality seed they expect,” said Chet Boruff, chief executive officer of AOSCA. “Hemp varieties that have successfully passed through the AOSCA variety review process are eligible for the production of certified hemp seed, transplants or clones, following AOSCA standards. The variety review is conducted by representatives of seed certifying agencies, academia, the seed industry and USDA, following requirements established in the U.S Seed Act, to make certain new varieties are distinct, uniform and stable,” Boruff explained.

“AOSCA certification signifies to the industry that GoodHemp seed is produced to the highest standards for genetic purity, uniformity, high germination and feminization rates and varietal identity. It also enables sales in states such as Florida, that require AOSCA certified hemp seed for planting,” said Shultz.

The four AOSCA-certified GoodHemp varieties are:

• Umpqua: CBD dominant, early photoperiod variety for both the smokable and CBD extraction markets. Prized for its unique terpene profile. (Available now.)
• Rogue: CBD dominant, high yielding intermediate photoperiod variety for the CBD extraction markets. Brings exceptional yields under low planting densities. (Available now.)
• Santiam: CBD dominant, early photoperiod variety with exceptional utility in northern latitudes for both the smokable and CBD extraction markets. Delivers step change yield potential. (Available now.)
• Potomac: CBD dominant, full season photoperiod. Produces large plants and a heavy yield, best suited for biomass. (Available soon.)

GoodHemp is Arcadia’s commercial portfolio of genetically superior hemp seeds, transplants and extracts introduced in 2019. Since then, Arcadia has been rapid-prototyping novel non-GM hemp varieties that target quality and performance characteristics highly desired by growers to overcome their greatest challenges – working directly with them in field deployment and monitoring to accelerate their speed to success. This new and proprietary discovery process, ArcaTech, combines Arcadia’s modern breeding science and genomics technology with real-time market intelligence from the field.

For more information about GoodHemp’s unique seed varieties, visit www.growgoodhemp.com.

About Arcadia Biosciences, Inc.    

Arcadia Biosciences (Nasdaq: RKDA) is a leader in science-based approaches to enhancing the quality and nutritional value of crops and food ingredients. The company’s GoodHempTM seed catalog delivers genetically superior hemp seeds, transplants and extracts, applying the company’s proprietary crop innovation technology, ArcaTech, to an emerging crop. The company’s GoodWheat branded ingredients deliver health benefits to consumers and enable consumer packaged goods companies to differentiate their brands in the marketplace. For more information, visit www.arcadiabio.com.

Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements regarding the AOSCA certification and the impact of that on Arcadia’s business. Forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially, and reported results should not be considered as an indication of future performance. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: Arcadia’s ability to meet AOSCA’s “Blue Tag” standards in future hemp seed production lots; Arcadia’s and its partners’ and affiliates’ ability to develop commercial products incorporating their traits, and complete the regulatory review process for such products; Arcadia’s compliance with laws and regulations that impact Arcadia’s business, and changes to such laws and regulations; Arcadia’s future capital requirements and ability to satisfy its capital needs; Arcadia’s ability to develop, enforce and defend its intellectual property rights; and the other risks set forth in Arcadia’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission from time to time, including the risks set forth in Arcadia’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2019 and other filings. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date hereof, and Arcadia Biosciences, Inc. disclaims any obligation to update these forward-looking statements.

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LONGMONT, COLO, February 17, 2021 — Hemp seed breeder Trilogene Seeds releases three new autoflower hemp varietals for 2021 seed sales, a bid to meet the needs of hemp growers in regions like Thailand and Latin America predicted to dominate the future of global CBD hemp production.

After 80 years of prohibition, Thailand is the first Southeast Asian nation to legalize hemp cultivation, finalizing its rules on Jan 29, 2021. Projections by Cannabis Catalysts predict the Thai market for hemp production could be as much as $46 to $388 million annually.

In Latin America, several countries, including Chile, Mexico, Colombia, Brazil, Argentina, Peru and Uruguay, have legalized hemp production. The Brightfield Group projects the Latin American hemp market will nearly quadruple by 2023, reaching $448 million.

Autoflower hemp, or Cannabis ruderalis, does not depend on daylight hours to trigger flowering, unlike the traditional hemp species, Cannabis sativa. This makes autoflower hemp uniquely appropriate for nations located near the equator.

However, until Trilogene’s 2021 autoflower release, no autoflower cannabis varietals had been explicitly bred to meet the humid, tropical regions of Latin America and Thailand. The few autoflower hemp varietals on the market before Trilogene’s 2021 release were best suited for dry, low-humidity conditions or indoor production, said Matt Haddad, CEO of Trilogene Seeds.

“The number one factor for success in growing hemp is choosing the right hemp seed,” Haddad says, “Latin America and Thailand hemp growers deserve high CBD varietals bred for their unique needs.”

Initial autoflower varietals were also problematically low in CBD content. Autoflower is ready to harvest quickly — 60 to 95 days from seeding — and their smaller stature means growers can plant many more in the same space. But low CBD content combined with susceptibility to mold and mildew had turned many hemp growers off of autoflower cultivars.

However, Trilogene is confident their new releases will meet the needs of equatorial growers. Trilogene begin breeding autoflower specifically for tropical regions like Thailand, Argentina and Zimbabwe anticipating the needs of an emerging global hemp market, Haddad says.

Trilogene Seeds is an award-winning hemp genetics company using data science and a strong commitment to grower partnerships to develop new, cutting edge hemp cultivars for U.S. and international markets.

For more information about Trilogene’s autoflower hemp breeding program please contact Felicia at [email protected]

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SōRSE Technology, the leading water-soluble emulsion technology designed for infusing functional ingredients into consumer goods, announces the addition of 7.5% CBD liquid emulsion for personal care products to their product suite. SōRSE is designed for product developers to make oil-based functional ingredients water-soluble and more efficacious, while also providing the consumer with a consistent, safe experience.

SōRSE, which currently powers over 60 infused products on the market, developed the 7.5% CBD emulsion for the personal care category to eliminate the current market’s sticky and unstable formulations. Personal care products offer a delivery method consumers are comfortable with and purchase frequently; consumers also expect an enjoyable and consistent experience just as they do with beverages and food items. SōRSE’s 7.5% water-soluble CBD emulsion seamlessly integrates, complements other ingredients, and can be modified for multiple SKUs.

“While we are a functional ingredient supplier, our foundation is in water-soluble emulsion technology and product development,” commented CEO Howard Lee. “It’s through our technology that we’re changing how the personal care industry works with tricky functional ingredients like CBD that consumers demand. We’ve made working with our technology and ingredients simple so that we can focus on helping our partners deliver more enjoyable, more effective products.”

SōRSE Technology is hosting a webinar on Thursday, February 25^th on the benefits of water-soluble emulsion technology for personal care products to educate product developers on their new 7.5% CBD emulsion solution. Those interested in attending can register here or contact SōRSE directly at [email protected] for more information.

About SōRSE Technology

SōRSE Technology is the leading water-soluble emulsion technology designed for infusing functional ingredients into beverages, food items, personal care products, and medical applications. SōRSE is designed for product developers to make oil-based functional ingredients water-soluble and more efficacious, while also providing the consumer with a consistent, safe, and enjoyable experience. With over 200 years’ experience in food & beverage and an R&D team of 30+ employees, SōRSE is a partner that can take a producer from concept to commercialization quickly and efficiently.

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