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1. Carpe Diem CBD
Co-founders Neil Hultgren and Ben Lipkin have created products to help users “live life to its fullest.” Their products are available in wellness and health centers, plus pet stores, with their recent launch of CBD oils for pets. The various products for humans—and pets—are meant to relieve inflammatory problems, seizures, pain, and anxiety. Pet CBD oil, $30; carpediemcbd.com
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2. BLNCD
Co-founders Allison Vaillancourt, Andrea Frey, and Daniela Serra were on their own health journeys when they began to explore the potential of cannabidiol (CBD) and formed BLNCD Naturals. From beverages to skincare products infused with botanicals and CBD, balance and bliss are the mission of this female-owned operation. CBD sparkling water, $18.99 per 4-pack; nutrient mist, $20; blncdnaturals.com
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3. Minny Grown
When two of Zach Rohr’s cousins used cannabis to treat genetic disorders, Rohr realized the “power of the plant.” Today, his award-winning goods are cultivated from land his family has owned for over 100 years in Cannon Falls. The company focuses on promoting health and community with lines of foods, beverages, and edibles. Berry Bliss cannabis-infused gummies, $29.99; minnygrown.com
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4. Mi Sota Essence
Armed with her grandmother’s traditional Mexican cookie recipe, founder Veronika Alfaro adds the secret ingredient of Delta 9 into each cinnamon bite. Suffering from chronic pain for most of her adulthood, she turned to cannabis for relief and to reclaim her life through improved movement. Her line of treats and topicals also includes rollers and bath oils. THC cookies, $28; misotaessence.com
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5. Baja Ontario
A diverse group of friends and local entrepreneurs led by co-founders Mike Norton, Lonnie McQuirter, and Justin Baker created this line of chocolates and seasonal caramels infused with THC. These indulgent confections are crafted with premium ingredients for flavor explosions with cannabis properties. A percentage of each sale goes back into educational programs in Minnesota. Chocolate-covered treats, $29; bajaontario.com
