Behind The Scenes Of A Leading Infused Products Manufacturer

This video takes a closer look at Kiva Confections, a maker of cannabis-infused confections.

May 9, 2018

National Cannabis Industry Association visited Kiva's factory and sat down with COO Kristi Knoblich Palmer for a wide-ranging interview covering everything from the company's inception in 2010 to its latest microdosed products.

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