Cannabis Testing
Top Cannabis Stories of 2018
What a year 2018 turned out to be for the cannabis industry. A stark increase in recreational legalizations, the incredible growth in both industry and research ventures, and the first FDA-approved cannabis-derived drug was announced. Plus much more!
Analyzing Pesticide Residues to Meet the Needs of New Cannabis Safety Testing Standards in Canada
In this article, we look at the support that is available to laboratories to help them adapt to the new cannabis pesticide testing requirements.
Pathogens Causing Wilting in Field-grown Cannabis Identified
Five different plant pathogens were identified in the crown tissues of wilted plants highlighting the need for better environmental controls and cultivation practices for outdoor grows.
Questions Raised Over California’s Cannabis System
California's strict cannabis testing regulations may have created more problems than it has fixed.
First Company to Gain ISO/IEC 17043 Accreditation For Cannabis Proficiency Testing Announced
Phenova, Inc. becomes the first laboratory to be awarded the accreditation for cannabis proficiency testing, filling a "significant need" within the industry.
Sacramento Cannabis Testing Lab Surrenders License After Director Fakes Results
Sequoia's test reports showed abnormal formatting, which raised questions. Thankfully, the potential risk to the public is believed to be minimal.
Edibles Processor Confident Inconsistent Testing Results Can Be Resolved Through Collaboration with Cannabis Labs
We recently spoke to Kim Rael, CEO of Azuca, a producer of innovative, fast-acting cannabis edibles, to discuss the role of the processor-testing lab relationship and the challenges faced with inconsistent testing results.
Prevalence of Fungal Infections in Indoor-Grown Cannabis Evaluated for the First Time
Apart from the obvious adverse effects these fungal infections have on plant crops, some can cause adverse health effects in humans.
Developments in Microbial Identification in Cannabis: Dawn of a Molecular Era
Microbes can be introduced to cannabis products during the growing and processing phases. This is a challenging area for microbiologists, and requires them to implement a variety of techniques in order to create medical-grade cannabis.
