Robust operates from a 75,000 square foot positive-pressure greenhouse where they cultivate cannabis using natural and sustainable methods. Every plant is organically grown in living soil with sunlight, hand-watered, and hand-trimmed to ensure only the finest nuggets reach consumers.The company scours the world for unique genetic profiles, cultivating diverse strains with distinctive flavors and therapeutic effects. Their product portfolio includes premium flower, live hash rosin, FECO/RSO products, and innovative hash rosin capsules. Robust Reserve represents their premium line—hand-selected buds curated like fine wines or rare whiskies, available in 2-pack tubes, 5-pack tins, and infused pre-rolls with 20% rosin content.Currently ranking in the top 20 for Missouri flower sales, Robust has shown particular strength in the capsules category, securing 2nd place statewide. Their products are available across Missouri dispensaries, serving both medical patients and adult-use consumers who demand clean, potent cannabis that doesn't compromise on quality or environmental responsibility.
Robust began in 2018 when two friends, Tyler Hannegan and Brad Rhodes, shared a joint on the outskirts of St. Louis with a bold vision: to cultivate the finest cannabis Missouri has ever seen. Tyler brought sharp business acumen from his years as a healthcare executive, while Brad contributed scientific expertise from his work at Washington University & Noah's Arc Foundation.Since launching operations in 2019, they've faced countless setbacks, shifting regulations, and supply chain challenges, but their determination never wavered. Robust became Missouri's first Clean Green Certified® and Certified Kind™ cannabis company, setting new standards for organic, sustainable cultivation. They were also the first cannabis company in Missouri to offer 100% recyclable packaging.Recent market data shows their growth trajectory, climbing from 22nd to 15th place in Missouri's competitive flower market by March 2025. What started as two friends' dream has evolved into a community-driven brand that's reshaping Missouri's cannabis landscape through innovation, sustainability, and unwavering commitment to quality.
Robust's mission centers on cultivating the finest cannabis Missouri has ever seen while maintaining unwavering commitment to sustainability and community. They're dedicated to shattering cannabis stigma through education, transparency, and exceptional products that prove cannabis can and should be better.Their core values emphasize eco-friendly farming practices that protect the planet while delivering potent, natural cannabis that's good for both consumers and the Earth. As a Missouri-owned company, they prioritize hiring local scientists, expert growers, and health professionals who call Missouri home, keeping economic impact within their community.Robust is committed to supporting patients and the planet simultaneously, setting positive examples for the medical cannabis industry. They believe in providing life-changing medicine while maintaining the highest standards of quality, sustainability, and social responsibility—proving that exceptional cannabis doesn't require compromising values.
At Calm Effect, we're consistently impressed by Robust's uncompromising approach to quality and sustainability. Being Missouri's first Clean Green Certified® and Certified Kind™ cannabis company isn't just marketing—it's a genuine commitment that sets them apart in a crowded market.What really excites us about Robust Reserve is their wine-and-whiskey approach to cannabis curation. Each bud is hand-selected for its exceptional quality, creating an experience that's about savoring craftsmanship, not just getting high. Their hand-watering, hand-trimming process means every product receives individual attention—something rare in today's automated cannabis industry.Their recent climb to 15th place in Missouri's flower rankings proves consumers recognize quality when they see it. For deal-seekers, Robust represents exceptional value—premium, sustainably-grown cannabis at competitive prices. Plus, their 100% recyclable packaging shows they're thinking beyond the product to the bigger picture.