Aho Farms completes 2026 harvest season in Hawke's Bay
Our outdoor sun-grown crop has been harvested and is currently undergoing independent laboratory testing at Hill Labs, Hamilton ahead of supply to licensed prescribers.
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Five new whānau members join the Aho Farms team ahead of peak season
We have welcomed five new team members from the local community into cultivation and harvest roles, with two enrolling in supported horticulture training.
What the 2025 Medsafe advertising guidance means for NZ medicinal cannabis operators
Medsafe issued updated advertising guidance in July 2025. We break down what it means for cultivators, prescribers, and pharmacies operating in the medicinal cannabis sector.
Australia reaches one million medicinal cannabis patients
The Australian medicinal cannabis market has surpassed one million active patients, with 80,000+ prescriptions issued monthly. What this means for NZ export-licensed cultivators.
Export licence confirmed: Aho Farms now authorised to supply international markets
We are pleased to confirm that our export licence is active. Aho Farms is now authorised to supply medicinal cannabis to qualified distribution partners in approved international markets.
Māori land, Māori enterprise: the case for whenua-based cannabis cultivation
Why growing medicinal cannabis on Māori freehold land is not just a commercial decision, it is an expression of economic sovereignty and kaitiakitanga in practice.
NZ Medicinal Cannabis Scheme: key changes for 2026
A summary of the regulatory updates affecting licensed cultivators, prescribers, and pharmacies in New Zealand's medicinal cannabis sector entering 2026.
Aho Farms Board of Directors formalised with appointment of independent chair
Stephen McPhail joins as Chair of the Aho Farms Board of Directors, bringing 30 years of experience in angel investing, M&A, and capital raising.
Hawke's Bay as a medicinal cannabis growing region: climate, soil, and competitive advantage
An assessment of why Hawke's Bay's climate, 2,200+ sunshine hours annually, fertile soils, and low rainfall, makes it one of New Zealand's best outdoor medicinal cannabis growing regions.
Navigating the medicinal cannabis landscape in Aotearoa
Understanding New Zealand’s Medicinal Cannabis Scheme, access for patients, and the rigorous quality standards that ensure safety and efficacy.
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Kaitiakitanga: A Māori approach to land & wellness
How guardianship guides our cultivation practices, honoring the whenua for future generations.
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Why sun-grown cannabis matters: Sustainability & quality
Exploring the environmental benefits of outdoor cultivation and natural sunlight.
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The future of extraction: Beyond solvent-based methods
Exploring the next generation of clean, solventless technologies and patient safety.
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