The German federal government has commissioned the growth of medicinal cannabis for sale in drug stores across the country, reports Das Ärzteblatt.

Three German companies have been commissioned to grow the plant for a cannabis agency that works directly with the German Federal Institute for Pharmaceuticals and Medical Products. According to Das Ärzteblatt, the cannabis will be sold directly to the drug stores for a price of EUR 4.30 per gram without surplus payments. Germany aims to grow 10,400 kgs of medicinal cannabis over the next four years.
Up until now, drug stores have been importing medicinal cannabis, which will still be allowed. The new homegrown cannabis will simply act as an additional supply for patients who receive a prescription for the drug from their doctor, reports Das Ärzteblatt.