DALLAS, TX--(Marketwired - Feb 28, 2014) - Republic of Texas Brands, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: RTXBQ) recorded a record five year high volume of over 7.4 million shares yesterday on news of the company's plans in the coming months post reorganization bankruptcy. RTXBQ yesterday announced their intentions to be a leader in the THC free Cannabis Market place in Texas and surrounding states. This will position RTXBQ as a market leader in the Medical Marijuana market as it becomes legal in the Southern United States.

Additionally, RTXBQ is already in various stages of negotiations with other reputable profit generating hemp and medicinal marijuana operations to complement the existing CHILLO product line. RTXBQ plans to create an umbrella of proven, high-growth operations within this lucrative market. Shareholders can expect more information on these complementary operations as negotiations allow.

About Republic of Texas Brands Incorporated:

Republic of Texas Brands Incorporated (PINKSHEETS: RTXBQ) has a distinct unique brand and logo that captures the emotion attached to Texas and its independent attitude, recognized and loved around the world. Our mission is to find the premier cannabis and hemp industry innovators, leveraging our team of professionals to source, evaluate and purchase value-added companies and products, while allowing them to keep their integrity and entrepreneurial spirit.

To see the new direction the company is going please visit the company website at: http://www.cannabis-holdings.com

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