NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr 22, 2024--
Royal Queen Seeds (RQS), one of the largest and most trusted cannabis seed banks in the world, celebrated 4/20 with a 20-story advertisement in Times Square, marking New York’s move toward legal and regulated home cultivation of cannabis for all adults.
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The 200-foot-tall One Times Square Billboard, which historically counts down to New Years, encouraged New Yorkers to grow their own cannabis and included a countdown to 4:20 p.m., which was celebrated with RQS’ latest U.S. cannabis seed partner, TYSON 2.0 and its Co-founder Mike Tyson.
“Growing cannabis at home is one of the most rewarding experiences, and for New Yorkers looking to cultivate, Royal Queen Seeds is a trusted partner throughout their journey, from seed germination to harvesting,” said Shai Ramsahai, President of RQS. “Cannabis home grow should be legal, especially in the states where you can legally purchase cannabis as an adult for recreation, yet are still prohibited or outright criminalized for growing the same plant on your own private property.”
With a majority of Americans supporting legal cannabis home cultivation and home growers reporting emotional health, safety and economic benefits according to a 2024 Harris Poll survey, it is the perfect time for New York residents to discover the joy of growing cannabis at home.
“Beyond the self-recorded benefits people enjoy from home cultivation, home growers develop a deeper understanding of and relationship with cannabis and mother nature,” Ramsahai continued. “As one of the largest cannabis seed banks in the world, we will continue to advocate for fair and legal home cannabis cultivation laws and regulations for personal use.”
As RQS heralds a new era for cannabis in New York with the Times Square celebration, the company is also riding high with its recent “hat trick” of award recognition, named Best Seed Bank by Spannabis, International Cannabis Industry Awards and the Emjays.
For more information, visit royalqueenseeds.com/us. To download the results of the survey or high-resolution photos and b-roll of the countdown click here.
About Royal Queen Seeds
Established in 2007 in Amsterdam, Royal Queen Seeds (RQS) is the market leader at the forefront of the global cannabis genetics industry, recognized as “Best Seedbank of the Year” at The Emjays International Cannabis Awards 2023 in Las Vegas. Driven by an inherent passion for the plant, RQS meticulously tests each seed for germination, vigor, yield and both recreational and medical efficacy. This dedication, combined with relentless research and development, allows RQS to pioneer and anticipate market trends while delivering top-tier genetics curated by its team of biologists. The company is also a respected cannabis educator that offers comprehensive grow guides, resources and instruction for cultivators. It has developed an extensive range of modern genetics—including autoflowering and proprietary F1 hybrids—that cater to the varied needs of contemporary growers at every skill level, from hobbyists to professionals. Multiple Cannabis Cup victories and “Best Seed Bank” awards—at prestigious global events including The International Cannabis Awards and Spannabis—speak to the company’s outstanding breeding and innovation.
RQS now operates online in the U.S., Thailand and 28 countries across Europe. Headquartered in Barcelona, brick and mortar locations can be found in Amsterdam, Barcelona and Bangkok. Learn more at royalqueenseeds.com.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 20: (L-R) President of Royal Queen Seeds Shai Ramsahai, Mike Tyson and Adam Wilks attend the Royal Queen Seeds takeover of the One Times Square Billboard for 4/20 on April 20, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Gary Gershoff/Getty Images for Royal Queen Seeds)
CLEVELAND (AP) — Aaron Judge finally delivered the kind of postseason moment in October that turns Yankees into legends.
It became a footnote when New York's bullpen blew up.
Judge's tying, two-out, two-run homer in the eighth inning — followed by Giancarlo Stanton's solo shot — were upstaged Thursday night by a pair of lesser-known Cleveland players as the Guardians rallied for a 7-5 victory in Game 3 of the AL Championship Series.
Rookie Jhonkensy Noel hit a two-out, pinch-hit, two-run homer in the ninth inning off Luke Weaver and David Fry connected for a two-run shot in the 10th off Clay Holmes as the Guardians rallied against New York's lights-out bullpen.
“It’s baseball. Stuff like that happens," Judge said, standing in a quiet New York clubhouse. "Everyone in this room has faith in those guys.”
The Yankees became the first team in the postseason to be trailing by multiple runs in the eighth inning or later and hit consecutive homers to take the lead.
Another footnote.
Judge has been criticized for his lack of production in the postseason. He came in batting just .143 (3 for 21) in these playoffs and .206 (39 of 189) with 14 homers and 29 RBIs along with 72 strikeouts since his first playoffs appearance in 2017.
He homered in Game 2, a shot toward Monument Park that Yankee fans hoped would be followed by more deep drives. He struck out twice in Game 3 before the eighth, when he connected on a 1-2 pitch from All-Star closer Emmanuel Clase.
Judge drove the right-hander's 99 mph cutter the opposite way to right field. When he hit it, Judge didn't think it had a chance to leave the park and become his 15th career postseason homer, tying him with Babe Ruth for fourth place in club history.
“I was just trying for a little single to right with Stanton behind me,” Judge said. "Off the bat, I thought it was going to go off the wall. My first thought was just to get to second base.”
From his vantage point in the on-deck circle, Stanton marveled at Judge's ability to hit Clase's pitch so far.
“He (Clase) is a generational talent,” Stanton said. "It wasn’t a bad pitch. It was low on the black, but he does what he does.”
As the Yankees were still celebrating with Judge in the dugout, Stanton followed with his blast to center field and suddenly New York had a 4-3 lead — and just six outs away from a commanding 3-0 series lead.
“You're going to celebrate big moments all the time like that,” said Yankees manager Aaron Boone, who hit one of New York's most memorable postseason homers to win the 2003 ALCS. “I threw a right-fist pump, like fired up. You certainly feel the energy of a couple of shots like that.”
But for the first time in this postseason, New York's trusty bullpen didn't come through.
Yankees' relievers entered with a 0.77 ERA and 23 strikeouts before Weaver and Holmes, who tied franchise record with 13 blown saves and lost his closer's job late in the regular season.
Fry's homer were the first runs allowed by Holmes in 13 career postseason appearances.
“I really felt like I let the team down and let myself down,” Weaver said. "It hurts more knowing how close we were to being ahead 3-0. It feels a little devastating, but they earned it. They sure earned that win tonight.”
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New York Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton watches his home run against the Cleveland Guardians during the eighth inning in Game 3 of the baseball AL Championship Series Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024, in Cleveland.(AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)
New York Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton (27) celebrates with teammates after hitting a home run against the Cleveland Guardians during the eighth inning in Game 3 of the baseball AL Championship Series Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024, in Cleveland.(AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
New York Yankees' Aaron Judge runs the bases after hitting a two-run home against the Cleveland Guardians during the eighth inning in Game 3 of the baseball AL Championship Series Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024, in Cleveland.(AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
New York Yankees pitcher Luke Weaver watches a two-run home by Cleveland Guardians' Jhonkensy Noel during the ninth inning in Game 3 of the baseball AL Championship Series Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
New York Yankees' Aaron Judge celebrates after hitting a two-run home run against the Cleveland Guardians during the eighth inning in Game 3 of the baseball AL Championship Series Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024, in Cleveland.(AP Photo/Godofredo Vásquez )
