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Don’t Reinvent the Wheel: A Tour of ASTM Standards for...
In the realm of consumer safety, minimum standards form a critical safety net that allows businesses and regulators alike with necessary guidelines. In this series of articles, we will explore specific ASTM International standards that have already been developed and published by its Committee on […]
Making the Cannabis Industry SAFER for America
Although it’s unclear when the SAFER Banking Act will get time on the floor, Senate leadership is adamant about tackling it in the near future. With the bill out of committee, there are a number of reasons cannabis industry stakeholders should be excited about this development. The post Making […]
Sustainability in Cannabis Packaging: Balancing...
Honing in on sustainable packaging isn’t just a good move for the environment. It’s also more cost-effective, less labor-intensive and allows you to provide consumers with the best possible version of your flower—no matter how far through the supply chain it’s had to travel before hitting […]
Cannabis in Texas: A Look Ahead to Legalization and Beyond
The demand for cannabis in the Lone Star State is strong. With the likelihood of a fully-functioning medical cannabis market coming soon, and the possibility of decriminalization not too far behind, it’s clear that the future of cannabis is bright in Texas. The post Cannabis in Texas: A Look […]
Employee Management & Human Resources: An Often-Overlooked...
In this short Q&A, we sit down with Nick Murer, founder of WECO, to discuss the parts of starting a cannabis business that people sometimes forget about: human resources, employee management, insurance, workers comp and more. The post Employee Management & Human Resources: An […]
Texas Takes Advantage of the 2018 Farm Bill
The Texas cannabis industry proliferated under the Farm Bill, as farmers flocked to the crop and retailers generated billions of dollars in commerce. Still though, the Texan market remains stymied by antiquated laws and THC limits. The post Texas Takes Advantage of the 2018 Farm Bill appeared […]
Cannabis Lab Testing Problems Continue Nationwide
A slew of headlines in the first half of September highlight issues rampant in the cannabis industry that all involve lab testing, from Maine and New York, to California and Oregon. The post Cannabis Lab Testing Problems Continue Nationwide appeared first on Cannabis Industry Journal.
Lone Star Cannabis: What’s Holding Texas Back?
The state has a very conservative legislature that operates slowly, so cannabis reform is likely to take a long time. Such progress will happen in a uniquely Texan way. The post Lone Star Cannabis: What’s Holding Texas Back? appeared first on Cannabis Industry Journal.
HHS Recommends Rescheduling Cannabis, Surprising an...
Amid all of the uncertainty, this piece takes a closer look at the historic announcement, analyzing what rescheduling could mean for an industry plagued by the war on drugs, conflicting laws and high taxes. The post HHS Recommends Rescheduling Cannabis, Surprising an Entire Industry appeared […]

Training, Education & Compliance: A Q&A with Chase Eastman, CEO of Rootwurks

In this interview, we sit down with Chase Eastman, the CEO of Rootwurks, to learn about how he came to start the cannabis education and training company, what he thinks of regulatory compliance in the industry, and how the future of training might mold the cannabis marketplace. The post Training, Education & Compliance: A Q&A […]

The Infused Pre-Roll Revolution: How to Ride the Wave and Boost Your Brand

By adding an extra element to their pre-rolls, brands can stand out in a crowded market by diversifying their offerings and using infusions to increase potency and profits. The post The Infused Pre-Roll Revolution: How to Ride the Wave and Boost Your Brand appeared first on Cannabis Industry Journal.

Is the Cannabis Industry Sitting On An Untouched Gold Mine Of Innovation?

In this interview, Pam Chmiel sits down with Lance Anderson, a partner at Dickinson Wright, to discuss how businesses could benefit from working with academia, “technology transfer” agreements and the world of university research and development in cannabis. The post Is the Cannabis Industry Sitting On An Untouched Gold Mine Of Innovation? appeared first on Cannabis […]

2023 Cannabis Supply Chain Virtual Conference

Check out sessions from the 2023 Cannabis Supply Chain Virtual Conference like: Cannabis Packaging Solutions: Navigating Regulations, Quality & Environmental Impact; Automation Unleashed: Revolutionizing the Cannabis Industry Value Chain; and Optimizing Your Cash Handling through Automation, Analytics & Reporting. The post 2023 Cannabis Supply Chain Virtual Conference appeared first on Cannabis Industry Journal.

Hop Latent Viroid (HLVd) & Pathogen Diagnostics: A Comprehensive Overview

Hop Latent Viroid (HLVd) threatens cannabis crops and results in reduced yield, quality and profit. However, the lack of education and research about this pathogen poses a bigger threat to the cannabis community. To safeguard the productivity and quality of cannabis crops we must learn accurate and timely pathogen identification along with proactive disease management […]

Building An Integrated Pest Management Plan – Part 6

In this six-part series of articles, the AEssenseGrows plant science team introduces a framework for integrated pest management (IPM) as an integral part of your grow operations. Part Six, the final chapter, covers emergency response and summarizes the continuous improvement IPM philosophy. The post Building An Integrated Pest Management Plan – Part 6 appeared first on […]