The New York cannabis market is evolving rapidly, but few brands offer a narrative as compelling as that of urbanXtracts, a true New York cannabis leader. Nestled on a sprawling 19.5-acre campus in Warwick, New York, this seed-to-market powerhouse quietly powers some of the most prominent labels on dispensary shelves today. Yet, the true essence of urbanXtracts lies beyond its laboratory equipment, rooted deeply in Hudson Valley history, a dedicated local team, and a remarkable feat of adaptive reuse.
A Historic Site: From Reformation to Reinvention
The property at 43 John Hicks Drive has undergone dramatic transformations over the past century. In 1913, it was established as New York City Inebriate Farm, an “Alcohol Colony,” a state-run farm designed to help men overcome addiction. By 1932, with the advocacy of First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt, the land became the New York State Training School for Boys. Here, in 1933, vocational students constructed an 18,000-square-foot dairy barn to develop agricultural skills.
The land’s purpose shifted again when the youth school closed in 1976, and New York State officially opened the Mid-Orange Correctional Facility on the site in 1977. This medium-security prison operated through the height of the War on Drugs. For more than thirty years, the facility symbolized prohibition and confinement until its closure in 2011.
Redevelopment and Community Transformation
After the Mid-Orange Correctional Facility closed in 2011, the future of the property was uncertain. Rather than letting the property decay, in 2014, ownership of the sprawling campus was officially transferred from New York State to the Town of Warwick. The site was thoughtfully divided: approximately 600 acres were set aside for public parks and woodlands (now Wickham Woodlands Park), while 150 acres were earmarked for innovative commercial redevelopment.
To guide this process, local leaders established the Warwick Valley Local Development Corporation (WVLDC), which raised private capital to purchase and revitalize the commercial parcels as the Warwick Valley Office & Technology Corporate Park. The commercial campus now hosts a mix of innovative businesses, including Hudson Sports Complex, Drowned Lands Brewery, and several cannabis industry businesses such as Green Thumb Industries, Phyto-Farma Labs, Citiva Medical, and urbanXtracts.
In 2019, urbanXtracts began transforming its portion of the historic dairy barn, launching a $5 million renovation to create a full-service hemp and cannabis processing facility. In a poignant twist, a site once tied to the War on Drugs now operates as a state-certified commercial cannabis ecosystem, blending history with forward-thinking innovation.
Building a Cannabis Powerhouse
Transforming a century-old barn into a pristine, certified manufacturing lab demanded a unique blend of business strategy, scientific rigor, and community engagement. Founder and CEO Eran Sherin spearheads capital strategy and cultivates key partnerships with Warwick’s leadership. Alongside him, VP and Director of Operations Jonathan DeMart (JD) brings a robust background in biotechnology and cell biology, ensuring the highest standards of safety and quality. To meet elite extraction standards, the team consulted with industry legend Nick Tanem (Nikka T), a pioneer of solventless extraction, whose expertise continues to shape the facility’s advanced infrastructure.
urbanXtracts prides itself on building a workplace culture centered on integrity, innovation, and inclusivity. The close-knit team brings together diverse backgrounds in science, agriculture, engineering, and business, fostering a collaborative environment where ideas are valued and growth is encouraged. This dynamic has enabled urbanXtracts to stay on the cutting edge of industry trends while maintaining the flexibility to adapt to New York’s rapidly changing cannabis regulations. The company’s commitment to continued learning and professional development ensures that both its products and its people are always evolving.
urbanXtracts: The Engine Behind New York’s Cannabis Brands
Within the repurposed facility, urbanXtracts operates state-of-the-art extraction pipelines, utilizing both solventless methods and chemical-based processing. This versatility has positioned the company as the leading co-manufacturer and distribution partner for more than ten major brands across New York.
urbanXtracts manages manufacturing and co-packing for innovative collaborations such as Leilala & Watson, a partnership that produced the award-winning Mixed Berry Live Rosin Gummy, which took 1st Place for Edibles at the 2026 Solventless Cup. National leaders like Wana Brands have chosen urbanXtracts to launch their iconic gummies in New York, while the company also handles production and distribution for PAX, Olio, Fernway, and Xiaolin, amongst other New York State cannabis brands.
Their full-service approach covers a wide product portfolio, including premium indoor and outdoor flower, live rosin, distillates, vape cartridges, pre-rolls (including infused options), and a range of edibles—from gummies and chocolates to infused beverages—as well as tinctures and topicals. In addition to THC products, urbanXtracts also produces CBD oils, edibles, beverages, topicals, and wellness products, offering co-manufacturing, private labeling, and wholesale production for both THC and CBD brands looking to enter the New York market.
Sustainable Innovation and Operational Excellence
urbanXtracts is a leader in sustainable cannabis cultivation, processing, and distribution. Their advanced greenhouse and nursery facilities utilize energy-efficient systems, automated irrigation, and on-site composting to reduce environmental impact. Passive solar heating, rainwater harvesting, and a focus on cannabis genetics create optimal growing environments while supporting eco-friendly practices.
Their processing facility is designed for efficiency and purity, employing a variety of extraction techniques, including solventless rosin extraction for the purest retention. Every stage, from cultivation and extraction to packaging, logistics, and delivery, is carefully managed to ensure consistent quality and safety. urbanXtracts robust logistics system guarantees that products arrive fresh and in perfect condition, with dispensary partners benefitting from 48-hour fulfillment, budtender training, and custom retail display solutions to enhance product visibility and boost sales.
Looking ahead, urbanXtracts continues to expand manufacturing capacity, launch new product lines, and strengthen retail partnerships, further cementing their leadership in New York’s cannabis industry.
The Homegrown Highlight: urbanXtracts Diverse Product Line
urbanXtracts is not just a partner for established brands, they also produce their own celebrated products. Their deep, versatile lineup includes pre-rolls, flower, edibles, tinctures, live rosin, and bubble hash (branded as “Dad Hash”), with a strong focus on solventless methods.
Cannabis enthusiasts can explore a wide range of cultivars for any mood or time of day, including Amnesia Haze, A Train, AYO, Banjo, Berry Lemonade, Black Orchard, Durban Poison, Fruitbound OG, Garlic Runtz, Go Lemon, Government Oasis, Grandi Grava, Guava Lato, Jet Fuel, Jungle Funk, Nana Express, Nana Glue, Papaya Wine, Permanent Marker, Pine Island Funk, and Singapore Sling.
With such a deep lineup of cultivars offering a wide range of flavors and effects, choosing a single standout is no easy task. However, at the Solventless Cup 2026 in Buffalo, NY this past July, urbanXtracts truly made waves with their Papaya Bomb x Trop Cherry Live Rosin. This standout strain blends funky papaya with tart citrus-cherry, delivering a fruit-forward, aromatic concentrate. The balanced and uplifting high sparks focus, creativity, and easy conversation, paired with a gentle wave of relaxation keeps you engaged without the heaviness of typical couch-lock strains. This new drop truly reflects urbanXtracts’ commitment to innovation and craftsmanship.
Expanding beyond cannabis, urbanXtracts recently introduced UX Connect, functional botanicals that blend Mitocin with a curated mix of mushroom extracts, including reishi, lion’s mane, turkey tail, maitake, cordyceps, and chaga. Products like Cranberry Afterglow and Raspberry Synchronicity are crafted to support natural energy, balance, mental clarity, and an elevated daily experience. This line combines advanced formulation with carefully selected botanicals, providing a controlled and functional boost.
Honoring History, Pioneering the Future
urbanXtracts is more than a manufacturing facility; they are a pillar of the Warwick community. By revitalizing a dormant property, the company has created new jobs, supported local agriculture, and fostered economic growth in the Hudson Valley. urbanXtracts partners with area farmers and suppliers, ensuring that their success directly benefits the surrounding region. The company is also committed to education and outreach, regularly participating in community events and working to destigmatize cannabis through transparency and engagement. This emphasis on local partnership not only strengthens their business but also roots urbanXtracts firmly in the fabric of New York’s evolving cannabis landscape.
By honoring the legacy of the Hudson Valley and upholding modern biotech standards, urbanXtracts has crafted a resilient, innovative business model. More than just a cannabis brand and processing plant, urbanXtracts has rewritten the narrative of a former prison yard, transforming a site once defined by prohibition into a beacon of cannabis innovation for New York’s future.
