Ayr Wellness Receives Approval to Begin Operations in 86,000 sq. ft. Arizona Cultivation and Production Facility

MIAMI, Dec. 06, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ayr Wellness, Inc. (CSE: AYR.A, OTCQX: AYRWF) (“Ayr” or the “Company”), a vertically integrated U.S. multi-state cannabis operator (MSO) focused on becoming the most trusted producer of high-quality cannabis at scale, today announced that it has received a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (“TCO”) to begin operations in its Phoenix, Arizona cultivation facility.

Jonathan Sandelman, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Ayr Wellness, said, “Ayr continues to execute on its plan for growth, with this Phoenix cultivation facility being the latest project to come online. Our talented cultivation team has already received great reviews for the Kynd premium flower being grown in our Chandler, Arizona facility, and we look forward to scaling production with this larger space. The flower produced will supply our three Oasis dispensaries, as well as our growing wholesale business in the state.”

The first crop was planted over the weekend, with its first harvest projected for mid-March 2022.

The Company anticipates receiving local and regulatory approvals for additional sections of the cultivation facility in the coming weeks.

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Estimates and assumptions involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially. While Ayr believes there is a reasonable basis for these assumptions, such estimates may not be met. These estimates represent forward-looking information. Actual results may vary and differ materially from the estimates.

About Ayr Wellness Inc.
Ayr is an expanding vertically integrated, U.S. multi-state cannabis operator, focused on delivering the highest quality cannabis products and customer experience throughout its footprint. Based on the belief that everything starts with the quality of the plant, the Company is focused on superior cultivation to grow superior branded cannabis products. Ayr strives to enrich consumers’ experience every day through the wellness and wonder of cannabis.

Ayr’s leadership team brings proven expertise in growing successful businesses through disciplined operational and financial management, and is committed to driving positive impact for customers, employees and the communities they touch. For more information, please visit www.ayrwellness.com.

Company Contact:
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Head of Investor Relations
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