In Eugene, Oregon, many consumers are looking to a new certification to make sure their cannabis products are safe for the environment. The Dolphin-Safe™ Cannabis Certification gives consumers the reassurance …
Opening a Dispensary on an Island: Overcoming a Barrier to Business
Martha’s Vineyard is renowned for its beautiful beaches, quaint whaling towns and picturesque rolling countryside. The island is well known as a popular vacation spot for the rich and famous, …
Bipartisan Cannabis Reform Effort Unveiled in Congress
According to National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA) executive director Aaron Smith, seven measures were introduced today at the Capitol, covering a variety of issues that, if signed into law, would …
Understanding Dissolved Oxygen in Cannabis Cultivation
Oxygen plays an integral role in plant photosynthesis, respiration and transpiration. Photosynthesis requires water from the roots making its way up the plant via capillary action, which is where oxygen’s …
Preventing Yeast and Mold with Two-Way Humidity Control
When a grower harvests their cannabis plants, they process it by drying, curing and trimming the plant material. Dried cannabis ready for the consumer can often sit on retail shelves …
OLCC Issues First Recreational Cannabis Recall for Oregon
On March 18th, the Oregon Liquor Control Commission (OLCC) issued its first recall for recreational cannabis products. The recall, according to the press release, occurred because an unnamed wholesaler sent …
New York Adds Chronic Pain to List of Qualifying Conditions
The New York State Health Department announced last week a series of changes in their medical cannabis program that is expected to increase patient access in more rural parts of …
Human Error? No Problem
If you are in the business of growing cannabis, you should be aware of the common reasons for production losses, how to address root causes and how to prevent future …
AG Sessions: Cole Memo is Valid, But Skeptical of Medical Cannabis
Answering questions following a speech in Richmond, Virginia, Attorney General Jeff Sessions told reporters he thinks the Cole Memo is a valid way to deal with state cannabis laws and …
Going Beyond POS: Innovations in Dispensary Software
In a highly competitive market, dispensaries use wide product selections, competitive prices, rewards and loyalty programs to stay relevant and attract new customers. Many of those tools used to make …
Shimadzu Launches Cannabis Analyzer for Potency
On Monday, March 6th, Shimadzu Scientific Instruments, a leading laboratory analytical instrumentation manufacturer, announced the launch of a new product focused on cannabis, according to a press release. Their Cannabis …
Cannabis-Specific Certified Reference Materials
A certified reference material (CRM) is generally recognized as providing the highest level of traceability and accuracy to a measurement. A CRM designed specifically for cannabis testing and tailored to …
ASTM International Launches Cannabis Committee
According to a press release published March 1st, ASTM International formed a committee focusing on “creating technical standards and guidance materials for cannabis and its products and processes.” ASTM, founded …