Franny Tacy

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In 2012, Franny took a leap of faith and bought uncultivated land in Leicester, North Carolina, creating Franny’s Farm. Franny’s agricultural background and professional career in sales and marketing prepared her for the magic that was soon to happen.

As Franny partnered with agricultural researchers in her work on the farm, she discovered the power of the hemp plant as a vital element of plant medicine, regenerative agriculture practices, and sustainable industry. In 2017, Franny planted hemp varieties for food and fiber, and without knowing, became the first female hemp farmer in North Carolina in over 75 years.

In 2018, Franny pivoted to hemp varieties grown for cannabinoid production and opened her first Franny’s Farmacy Dispensary in downtown Asheville, NC. As demand grew from Franny’s Farmacy customers, it was crucial to scale the business while retaining the high standards that were set early by the company. Franny has cultivated relationships with Western North Carolina farmers with shared values to grow her hemp to guarantee the source of every product is known and trusted. This, combined with testing all products through a third-party, DEA-certified lab, ensures Franny’s Farmacy upholds the highest standard for safety and quality in an unregulated market.

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