THE FIRST CBD EXPO IN FRANCE

The first CBD Expo in France

On October 16, 17 and 18, 2021, the first CBD Expo in France for CBD professionals and influencers took place in Paris. In this article, we'll take a look at how the first CBD Expo went, so you can get ready for the next ones.

Exhibitors at CBD Expo France

On a 6,000m2 site in the Parc de la Villette, more than 80 exhibitors were present! Several major French producers, CBD Shop Online, physical CBD shops and wholesalers, as well as analysis laboratories and specialized cannabidiol magazines were present at this first edition of the show. A multitude of different products and services gave an initial overview of the potential of the French CBD market, which is still in the early stages of development.

French exhibitors were obviously present, but virtually all European nationalities were represented, including one brand straight from the USA. All these brands and companies were present to acquire new customers, make themselves known or present their new products. In addition to the companies, the show also included the two French hemp unions, as well as a legal section and a banking section.

Visitors to CBD Expo France

As soon as it opened on Saturday, October 16, the show was packed with visitors from all over France and Europe: we can safely say that CBD Expo was a resounding success! Among the visitors we met CBD consumers, young CBD companies and brands, CBD merchants and information sites, physical CBD stores and all branches of the CBD industry who came to discover new products and also to take advantage of the "trade show" offers that exhibitors propose during this kind of show. Let's not forget the influencers who were invited (provided they had more than 5,000 subscribers on their various social networks) but who kept a much lower profile.

CBD Expo France conference program

During the 3 days of CBD Expo 2021 in Paris, conferences on a variety of themes were held. They covered all the major topics in the CBD industry in France and around the world. CBD Expo gave the floor to numerous experts on subjects such as the state of the CBD market in France and worldwide, insurance in the CBD sector, legislation, banks and financing, etc. Below you'll find all the topics covered at the various conferences held on Saturday 16, Sunday 17 and Monday 18 October 2021:

• CBD and agriculture: access to adapted agricultural techniques that promote the genetic diversity of cultivated varieties.
• CBD, from the medical to the wellness approach with special guest Dr. Pascal DOUEK, author of the book: Medical cannabis, a new opportunity.
• A Made in France label: towards a French industry of excellence.
• Manufacturing and processing conditions: strict specifications but accessible to all.
• Insurance and access to banking services: what are the obstacles encountered by the various CBD players and sectors in France?
• CBD and regulations: Novel Food, dietary supplements, hemp flowers, what are the issues today?
• CBD: finance and fundraising.
• The state of the CBD market in France and abroad in 2021. What does the future hold for the CBD industry?
• CBD and its political implications.

A word about ecology at CBD Expo France

The show wanted to be as green as possible, which is why the carpet was recyclable, the partitions between exhibitors were reusable, and the brushed cotton used to cover the partitions was environmentally friendly. CBD Expo's commitment even extended to the team's organic cotton clothing. Well done to the CBD Expo team for this.

Future CBD shows

Other shows are currently being organized in Paris, Marseille and Lyon. They will take place next May, and the Cali Weed team will once again be there to give you feedback.

List of CBD Expo France partners

• SYNDICAT DU CHANVRE | The Syndicat professionnel du chanvre brings together the players in the sector
wellness hemp, medical cannabis and textile hemp
• CBD BUSINESS | The first cannabidiol magazine in France
• NEWSWEED | The first French magazine on global and legal cannabis news
• THE CANNAVIST | The Cannavist covers CBD topics
• THE EXTRACT | The Extract covers current CBD topics
• CBD MAGAZINE | The first magazine dedicated to professionals in the hemp market
• VAPEXPO | International Vape Exhibition
THE CBD EXPO | UK CBD B2B Exhibition HEMP & CBD EXPO| UK Hemp & CBD B2B Exhibition
• HANF EXPO | International cannabis trade fair. Next dates November 19-21, 2021 at the MARX HALLE in Vienna

The Cali Weed team