CALI CUP 2027 COMPETITION

Licensed Commercial Product Entry

One submission equals one product/SKU. Your account, invoice summary, feature assets and competition data are created from this entry.

Save & Continue: You can save an incomplete entry and return using your private resume link.

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Licensed Commercial Product Entry

For California licensed cultivators, manufacturers, distributors and brands. One form submission = one competition product entry.

Entrant & Brand Information

Your contestant account: When your first entry is submitted, Cali Cup will create your contestant account. Use the same account for additional SKUs so all entries appear together in your private Dashboard. You may also use Save & Continue before submission.

Primary Contact*

First Last

Account Username*

Choose a username for your Cali Cup contestant account. Returning entrants should log in and use their existing account before adding another SKU.

Email*

Phone*

Brand Name*

Licensed Entity Name*

Enter the legal entity name attached to the California cannabis license.

Business Mailing Address*

Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code

County*

Website

Instagram

Example: @yourbrand

Brand Logo

Accepted file types: svg, pdf, png, jpg, jpeg, Max. file size: 256 MB.

High-resolution logo for competition and finalist marketing. SVG, PDF, PNG or JPG.

California License & Distribution

California Cannabis License Number*

License Type*

License Expiration Date*

Upload California Cannabis License

Accepted file types: pdf, jpg, jpeg, png, Max. file size: 256 MB.

Optional but recommended.

Will a licensed distributor transport this entry to approved intake?*

Yes

Distributor not selected yet

Not applicable

Distributor Name

Distributor License Number

Distributor Contact

First Last

Distributor Email

Distributor Phone

Competition Entry

Competition Category*

Choose the primary public Cali Cup competition category for this product.

Product Name*

Product SKU

Metrc Batch / Lot Number*

Enter the Metrc batch/lot identifier associated with the submitted product.

Package Size / Net Weight*

Retail Price / MSRP

Enter the typical retail price, if applicable.

Product Description*

Describe the product as it appears in market.

Is this entry a collaboration?*

Yes

Collaborating Companies / Farms*

List all collaborators and their roles.

Product Photo

Drop files here or

Accepted file types: jpg, jpeg, png, webp, Max. file size: 256 MB, Max. files: 5.

High-resolution current product/package image.

Flower Classification

Complete this section for Flower entries.

Flower Category*

Cannabinoid Classification*

Cultivar / Strain Name*

Breeder

Genetic Lineage

Parentage / cross, if known.

Propagation Source

Cultivation County*

Specific Terroir / Farm Region

Growing Medium*

Nutrients / Amendments Used

Cultivation Practices

Organic Inputs

No-Till

Living Soil

On-Farm Compost

Regenerative Practices

Biological Pest Management / IPM

Water Conservation

Renewable Energy

Other

Planting / Transplant Date

Harvest Date*

Drying Length

Example: 12 days

Cure Length

Example: 30 days

Final Moisture %

Water Activity (Aw)

Trim Method

Was the cultivation site exposed to wildfire smoke during this crop cycle?

Yes

Unknown

Approximate Distance to Wildfire (miles)

Concentrate Classification

Complete this section for Concentrate entries.

Concentrate Category*

Extraction Family*

Source Flower Cultivar*

Source Flower Cultivation Location

Starting Material*

Micron Range

For hash/rosin where applicable.

Press Temperature

For rosin where applicable.

Solvent Used*

Post-Processing / Curing Method

Terpene Source

Pre-Roll Classification

Complete this section for Pre-Roll entries.

Pre-Roll Category*

Flower Cultivar(s)*

Flower Composition*

Flower Weight Per Unit*

Units Per Package*

Paper / Wrap Type

Filter / Tip Type

Infusion Material*

Infusion Method

Cartridge / Vape Classification

Complete this section for Cartridge / Vape entries.

Vape Category*

Hardware Type*

Hardware Manufacturer

Fill Volume / Weight*

Terpene Source*

Added Flavoring?*

Yes

Flavoring Details*

Cannabinoid Formulation*

Edible Classification

Complete this section for Edible entries.

Edible Category*

Product Format*

Ingredients List*

Servings Per Package*

Cannabinoids Per Serving*

Example: 10 mg THC + 5 mg CBD

Total Cannabinoids Per Package*

Storage Temperature / Conditions

Beverage Classification

Complete this section for Beverage entries.

Beverage Category*

Beverage Format*

Container Size*

Servings Per Package*

Cannabinoids Per Serving*

Carbonated?

Yes

Infusion Technology

Refrigeration Required?*

Yes

Ingredients List*

Tincture & Wellness Classification

Complete this section for Tincture & Wellness entries.

Wellness Category*

Product Format / Delivery Method*

Carrier Oil / Base

Cannabinoid Formulation*

Serving Size*

Additional Functional Ingredients

Storage Temperature / Conditions

Topical Classification

Complete this section for Topical entries.

Topical Category*

Topical Format*

Container Size / Net Weight*

Total Cannabinoids Per Package*

Transdermal Product?*

Yes

Ingredients List*

Other Active / Functional Ingredients

Innovation Awards

Complete this section for Innovation entries.

Innovation Category*

What is innovative about this entry?*

Explain the innovation, problem solved, and why it is meaningfully different.

Sustainability / Environmental Impact

Supporting Innovation Materials

Drop files here or

Accepted file types: pdf, jpg, jpeg, png, Max. file size: 256 MB, Max. files: 8.

Upload supporting PDF, images, specifications or documentation.

Metrc Package Tag

Enter the package tag associated with the competition sample, if assigned.

SC Labs Competition Testing Status*

New SC Labs competition testing needed

Existing SC Labs COA - request eligibility review

Testing status to be confirmed

Final eligibility windows and testing procedures will be confirmed with SC Labs.

Laboratory, Compliance & Intake

Current COA / Compliance Testing Status*

Yes - current valid COA available

Testing in progress

New competition testing required

Testing Laboratory*

Certificate of Analysis (COA)

Accepted file types: pdf, jpg, jpeg, png, Max. file size: 256 MB.

Upload a current valid COA if already available. Final competition testing/COA requirements will follow the Cali Cup - SC Labs testing protocol.

Track-and-Trace / Transport Manifest

Accepted file types: pdf, jpg, jpeg, png, Max. file size: 256 MB.

Upload now if available. A valid manifest is required at intake where applicable.

Production / Packaging Date

Recommended Storage Temperature

Current standard intake quantities: Flower 4 oz; Pre-rolls 30–37 units; Concentrates approximately 23 × 1g units; Cartridges 20 units; Edibles, beverages, tinctures and topicals 20 units; Innovative products 5 units. Final intake instructions will be confirmed by the Cali Cup team.

Science, Sensory & Special Consideration

Consider this entry for all eligible Science & Sensory Awards?*

Yes

Would you like this entry considered for the Breeder’s Cup?

Yes

Breeder’s Cup Supporting Information*

Breeder, lineage, generation, breeding history and supporting provenance.

Would you like this entry considered for the Heritage Cultivar Award?

Yes

Heritage Cultivar History / Provenance*

Describe the cultivar's history, stewardship and provenance.

Brand / Farm Bio

Short bio suitable for competition or finalist marketing.

Story Behind This Entry

Tell us what makes this entry meaningful, distinctive or representative of your craft.

Stewardship & Community

These fields help document industry practices and may support future editorial or special recognition.

Environmental Practices

Renewable Energy

Water Conservation

Composting

Regenerative Agriculture

Reduced / Reusable Packaging

Carbon Reduction / Offsets

Waste Diversion

Other

Environmental / Sustainability Details

Do you participate in compassion, philanthropic or community programs?

Yes

Community / Compassion Program Details

Entry Gallery & Brand Promotion

Every qualifying licensed entry includes a public Entry Gallery feature and promotional consideration through Cali Cup media channels.

Included with every qualifying licensed entry

Cali Cup festival T-shirt or hat • Public 2027 Entry Gallery feature • Brand/product promotion through Cali Cup media channels • Eligibility for applicable awards

Please provide publication-ready assets below. Gallery posts will be reviewed before publication.

Entry Gallery Featured Image*

Accepted file types: jpg, jpeg, png, webp, Max. file size: 256 MB.

Upload ONE high-resolution hero image of the actual product/entry. JPG, JPEG, PNG or WEBP. This field is intended to map to the WordPress Featured Image.

Additional Social / Media Links

Optional: TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn, press page, Linktree, or other relevant public links.

Entry Gallery Publication Consent*

I authorize Cali Cup to publish the submitted brand logo, product image, product information, website/social links and approved entry story in the public Cali Cup Entry Gallery and related competition promotion.

Cali Cup will review gallery content before publication.

Your Cali Cup Entry Benefits

Every qualifying licensed entry receives one complimentary Cali Cup festival T-shirt or hat. Your selection will be reserved for competition/festival fulfillment.

Complimentary Festival Item*

Cali Cup T-Shirt

Cali Cup Hat

T-Shirt Size*

Entry Fees & Fee Estimate

Each product/SKU uses one entry form. Select the total number of SKUs you are registering in this batch to apply the correct per-SKU discount.

Total SKUs in This Registration Batch*

1 Entry

2 Entries

3 Entries

4+ Entries

Use the same tier on each SKU form in the same registration batch.

Exact Number of SKUs in Batch*

Required for 4+ entries so the competition team can reconcile the batch.

Commercial competition entry fee: 1 entry $250; 2 entries $225 each; 3 entries $220 each; 4+ entries $210 each.

Planned SC Labs testing fee: 1-2 samples $465 per COA; 3+ samples $450 per COA. Lab rates and eligibility for existing SC Labs COAs are subject to final partnership confirmation.

No payment is collected through this form. Payment instructions will be issued separately by Cali Cup using approved payment methods.

Cali Cup Entry Fee - 1 Entry

Price:

Competition fee for this SKU.

Cali Cup Entry Fee - 2 Entries

Price:

Competition fee for this SKU.

Cali Cup Entry Fee - 3 Entries

Price:

Competition fee for this SKU.

Cali Cup Entry Fee - 4+ Entries

Price:

Competition fee for this SKU.

SC Labs Testing Fee - 1 to 2 Sample Tier

Price:

Planned testing fee for this SKU; subject to final SC Labs partnership terms.

SC Labs Testing Fee - 3+ Sample Tier

Price:

Planned testing fee for this SKU; subject to final SC Labs partnership terms.

Estimated Total for This SKU

No payment is collected through this form. This is the estimated amount due for this SKU based on the selected registration tier.

Preferred Payment Method*

Check

Cash - by arrangement

Cannabis-compliant online invoice / payment processor when available

This selection does not process payment. Final payment instructions will be sent after entry review.

Important: Your entry is not considered paid by submitting this form. The confirmation will show your estimated fee and selected payment preference. Cali Cup will send separate payment instructions after review.

Certification & Submission

Entry Certifications*

I certify that this is a lawful California commercial cannabis product and that the information provided is accurate.

I understand licensed entries must comply with California regulations and Cali Cup intake requirements.

I understand the entry must be properly packaged, clearly labeled and submitted in sealed containers.

I authorize Cali Cup to handle, photograph, test and evaluate submitted competition material as necessary for the competition.

I agree to the Cali Cup competition rules, judging procedures and eligibility requirements.

Authorized Representative Full Name*

Authorized Representative Signature*

Your Name
Your Name
Your Name

Please sign using your mouse, trackpad, or touchscreen.

Certification Date*

Additional Information