Welcome to Crop Circle Therapeutics

Know Your Growers

Discover the passionate cultivators behind our exceptional strains, dedicated to quality, innovation, and delivering the finest medical cannabis.

Our Partners

At Crop Circle Therapeutics, we collaborate with trusted cultivation partners who share our dedication to excellence in medical cannabis. From advanced phenohunting to state-of-the-art indoor and outdoor facilities, our partners bring unmatched expertise and innovation to every stage of the cultivation process. Together, we ensure the highest quality standards for consistent and reliable cannabis products.

Ember Pharms

Phenohunting and Genetics

Ember Pharms combines phenohunting expertise with cutting-edge research to develop unique strains. With operations in the UK and South Africa, they ensure consistent, high-grade products.

  • Nursery license for cloning and strain development.
  • Collaborates closely with additional cultivation partners, providing cultivation oversight.
CannabudGrow

Precision Indoor Cultivation

CannabudGrow sets the standard for indoor medical cannabis cultivation in Johannesburg, South Africa.

  • Fully optimised indoor conditions for high-quality results.
  • State-of-the-art hydroponic fertigation and eco-friendly LED lighting.
  • Accredited with SA-GMP, GACP, and GMP certifications.
Criggs Pharma

State-of-the-Art Cannabis Facility

Located in Port Alfred, South Africa, Criggs Pharma is built for excellence:

  • Advanced mother and clone rooms, five flowering rooms, and dedicated drying and packaging areas.
  • High-Pressure Sodium (HPS) lighting for optimal growth.
  • Fully automated climate control and irrigation systems.
  • SAPHRA license obtained in 2024.

Meet the Experts Behind Our Cultivation

Our cultivation team is the backbone of Crop Circle Therapeutics, bringing together years of experience, innovation, and passion for cannabis cultivation. With expertise in genetics, phenohunting, and advanced agricultural techniques, they ensure that every plant is grown to the highest standards. From seed to harvest, our team’s meticulous care and attention to detail guarantee consistent, high-quality products that patients can trust.

Chris Ioannou

Head of Cultivation, CINV

With over a decade of hands-on cannabis industry experience spanning cultivation, manufacturing, and product development, Chris has pioneered cutting-edge hydroponics techniques to optimize yields and terpene expression. Chris is driven by his passion for innovation, unmatched quality, and commitment to advancing cannabis science and personalised patient care through meticulous research to introduce safe, effective products that transform well-being.

Bernard Pieters

Head of Cultivation, CINV

Bernard Pieters is an seasoned entrepreneur and expert in engineering with over two decades of success leading cultivation, production, and manufacturing initiatives in the cannabis industry. Responsible for pioneering innovative systems and processes to increase yield and quality as a recognised authority, Bernard is now applying his expertise to apply for an R&D license, with the purpose of streamlining commercial psilocybin cultivation and extraction for medicinal applications. Leveraging his extensive network and impeccable reputation as a pivotal collaborative force, Bernard is focused on driving progress in the cannabis and psilocybin industries.

Tyler

Title, Ember Pharms

With over a decade of hands-on cannabis industry experience spanning cultivation, manufacturing, and product development, Chris has pioneered cutting-edge hydroponics techniques to optimize yields and terpene expression. Chris is driven by his passion for innovation, unmatched quality, and commitment to advancing cannabis science and personalised patient care through meticulous research to introduce safe, effective products that transform well-being.

Dane

Title, CBG

With three years of experience in the medical cannabis industry, Dane Herbst has developed expertise in indoor cultivation, focusing on precision and consistency through optimised controlled environments. Inspired by the quiet resilience of plants, he leads both hands-on production and strict quality control. Dane approaches every aspect of cannabis cultivation with curiosity, humility, and a deep commitment to scientific excellence.

Peter

Title, CBG

With over a decade of hands-on cannabis industry experience spanning cultivation, manufacturing, and product development, Chris has pioneered cutting-edge hydroponics techniques to optimize yields and terpene expression. Chris is driven by his passion for innovation, unmatched quality, and commitment to advancing cannabis science and personalised patient care through meticulous research to introduce safe, effective products that transform well-being.