World CBD Awards 2022: Who were the winners?

The World CBD Awards took place in Barcelona this week to celebrate those making their mark in the CBD sector. Here’s a rundown of all those who received recognition.

Representatives from across the cannabis industry gathered in Barcelona this week to celebrate the World CBD Awards.

The awards aim to recognise those who go the ‘extra mile’ to make the industry a safe and respected marketplace, demonstrating that they operate with integrity, transparency and ethical business practices.

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Originally due to be held in 2020, the Covid-19 pandemic saw the event cancelled two years in a row, before being rescheduled for July 2022.

But airport chaos and major flight disruption over the summer meant organisers were forced to make the difficult decision to postpone again.

The event eventually went ahead from Tuesday 18 – Friday 21 October, with sessions held at the Fira Centre and Catalonia Plaza in the Spanish capital

The three-day line-up included a B2B expo, networking opportunities and a conference hosting international speakers, topped off with the black-tie gala and awards ceremony.

There were a total of 30 categories on the night, from best CBD influencer and social media campaign, to best pet range and sexual wellness brand.

Gencanna and Greentech Holdings scooped up two awards each, while it was a triumphant night for the team here at Cannabis Health who were recognised with the award for Best CBD Magazine.

Cannabis Health Managing Editor, Sarah Sinclair, accepts award for Best CBD Magazine.

The ceremony was rounded off with a moving tribute to the World CBD Awards former CEO, Michael Patterson, who sadly passed away earlier this year.

Michael’s twin brother Mark took his place to host the ceremony, with their sister Jill presenting the newly-named Micheal Patterson Award for industry pioneer to Edward Collins of Kinloch Wellness.

So, who were the winners?

Best European Retailer – Holland & Barrett

Best International Retailer – Just CBD

Best European Distributor – Simply Green

Best International Distributor – GenCanna Europe

Best CBD Laboratory – Triverity Labs

Best CBD White Label – Taylor Mammon & Nathan Limited

Best Hemp Farmer – Greentech Holdings

Best Raw Material Supplier – GenCanna Europe

CBD Influencer – Kannavape S.R.O

Industry Newcomer – Kanndela Labs

Product Innovation – Greentech Holdings

Best Social Media Campaign – Magic King Brussels

Most Charitable – Reakiro

Best CBD Magazine – Cannabis Health magazine

Best CBD Book – Walter the Wizard and the Magic Seed

Best Packaging Company – Duallok

Best CBD Device – CCell

Best CBD Flower – Marry Jane AG

Best CBD Vape – Third Eye Cannabinoids

Best CBD Cosmetic – Medicanna Ltd

Best Pet Range – Sky Wellness

Best CBD Sexual Wellness Product – Quanna

Best CBD Topical – Living Legends CBD

Best CBD (SUBLINGUAL) Edible – iX Biopharma

Best CBD (INGESTIBLE) Edible – Kinloch Naturals

Best CBD (HOT) Beverage – MAXX4 Life

Best CBD (COLD) Beverage – MYND Drinks

Best CBD (ALCOHOL) Beverage – Aqua Sativa

Most loved Brand – Orange County CBD

Best Isolate Based Tincture – Taylor Mammon & Nathan Limited

Best Extract Based Tincture – Reakiro

Pioneer of the Year – Edward Collins

Industry Recognition – Tommy Chong

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