Standard Wellness operates as a vertically integrated cannabis company across Ohio, Missouri, and Utah, with cultivation, processing, and dispensary licenses in Maryland. The company currently operates five retail locations under The Forest brand, including dispensaries in Sandusky, Springfield, and Cincinnati, Ohio, St. Louis, Missouri, and Murray, Utah.Their diverse product portfolio spans multiple brands: The Standard (premium precision offerings), The Solid (economical quality products), Black Sheep (sustainable, environmentally friendly cannabis grown in patented organic soil), Airgraft, and Glow. They also partner with renowned brands like Miss Grass, Grön, Lowell Farms, and Gummiez.Their state-of-the-art facilities include a 55,000 square foot cultivation and processing center in Gibsonburg, Ohio, featuring four greenhouse rooms and two indoor cultivation rooms. Standard Wellness maintains rigorous quality standards throughout their operations, from meticulous cultivation and master processing to comfortable retail environments and educational programs, backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee.
Founded in 2017 in Gibsonburg, Ohio, Standard Wellness emerged as a trailblazer in the cannabis industry. The company made history by becoming Ohio's first Level 1 vertically integrated medical cannabis brand and serving the very first legal cannabis patient in Ohio's history on January 16, 2019, through their dispensary The Forest Sandusky.From their initial 55,000 square foot cultivation and processing facility in Ohio, Standard Wellness has expanded across multiple states, achieving vertical integration in Ohio, Missouri, and Utah, with operations launching in Maryland. Major milestones include making the first-ever delivery to a Utah pharmacy in February 2020 and acquiring the Cannabist pharmacy in Springville, Utah in March 2024.The company has demonstrated strong financial growth, recently securing a $10 million credit facility at a competitive 9.25% rate in December 2024, and continues expanding with new locations like The Forest St. Louis opening in June 2025. With approximately 350 employees across their operations, Standard Wellness has evolved from a single-state operation into a respected multi-state cannabis operator.
Standard Wellness's core mission is improving quality of life through safe and easy access to cannabis. They are committed to providing patients consistent and high-quality medicine that they can trust and rely on, while nourishing patient health and happiness with innovative, high-quality cannabis products.The company holds itself to the highest standards, reflecting an uncompromising commitment to quality and delivering patients the rewarding cannabis experience they deserve. Their philosophy centers on not taking customers' trust or medicine lightly, offering options for everyone from beginner patients to experienced connoisseurs.Standard Wellness constantly strives to combine and prioritize their passion for crafting superior cannabis products with their patients' best interests, while supporting federal legalization advocacy through initiatives that empower customers to contribute to cannabis reform directly at checkout.
At Calm Effect, we're impressed by Standard Wellness's genuine commitment to both innovation and accessibility. As Ohio's first vertically integrated cannabis company and the dispensary that served the state's very first legal cannabis patient, they've proven their pioneering spirit while maintaining focus on patient care.What sets them apart is their thoughtful dual approach to pricing: The Standard line for those seeking premium experiences and The Solid for budget-conscious consumers who still want quality. Their 100% satisfaction guarantee shows genuine confidence in their products – something rare in this industry.We particularly appreciate their Black Sheep line, grown in patented organic soil with 100% certified organic nutrients including sheep's wool for environmentally conscious consumers. Their aggressive expansion plans, including five new Ohio dispensaries and additional Utah acquisitions within 24 months, means more deals and accessibility for our users seeking quality cannabis at fair prices.