[PRESS RELEASE] – WARWICK, Md., Aug. 14, 2026 – SunMed Growers and Old Pal announced the relaunch of Old Pal in Maryland through a licensing, manufacturing and distribution partnership. The partnership unites SunMed's greenhouse legacy with Old Pal's community-first approach. Both believe quality cannabis should be accessible, uncomplicated and connected to the people who grow and share it.
Old Pal built a loyal following during its previous run in Maryland's medical cannabis market. As the state expanded to adult use, demand for the brand continued to grow, creating an opportunity to return with broader availability.
"Old Pal was built on the idea that quality cannabis should be accessible and approachable,” Old Pal co-founder and CEO Rusty Wilenkin said. “SunMed shares that philosophy, and their commitment to growing exceptional flower makes them the right partner to bring Old Pal back to Maryland and meet the demand from our pals across the state.”
Old Pal products will be grown in SunMed's Dutch-style greenhouse in Cecil County, one of the only Maryland facilities using full-spectrum sunlight. Natural light, climate control and sustainable cultivation support high-quality cannabis while reducing the resource demands of indoor grows.
"This partnership works because Old Pal's promise aligns with how we approach our products: with care and responsibility," SunMed President Jake Van Wingerden said. "Our greenhouse and production capabilities bring the expertise and scale needed to serve Maryland consumers while staying true to what Old Pal represents."
Founded in California in 2018, Old Pal is more than a cannabis brand; it's a celebration of connection. Inspired by a simpler time when neighbors knew each other by name and community meant something, Old Pal brings people together through shared experiences and a shared love of the plant.
The Maryland lineup includes whole flower, two-pack pre-rolls and the original "Ready to Roll" ground cannabis kit in sun-grown indica, sativa and hybrid strains.
