APPLETON, N.Y. (WKBW) — Tom Szulist, the owner of Innocence Cannabis, began his journey in natural wellness more than a decade ago, first launching Singer Farm Naturals in 2009 to sell tart cherry juice and garlic. By 2016, Szulist was experimenting with CBD cultivation, keeping each strain separate to maintain its unique properties.
That precision laid the groundwork for Innocence Cannabis, which he officially established in 2019. The business now operates under New York’s microbusiness license, allowing Szulist to grow, process and sell cannabis to customers directly—"seed to sale," as he puts it.
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Despite a dry growing season, Szulist says his fields have flourished thanks to sunlight and careful irrigation. After this harvest, he plans to relocate indoors to maintain consistent quality throughout the year.
"People call it recreational," Szulist said. "I call it all medicinal. When people want to relax, that's medicinal."
The community response has been overwhelmingly positive, with customers drawn to both the product's quality and Szulist’s commitment to education and transparency, ensuring customers know exactly how their cannabis was grown.
