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Despite stringent regulations on cannabis legalization, THC products are cropping up everywhere! 🌿 Explore the unexpected dynamics driving the thriving cannabis market in certain regions. 🧐 Curious about the trends fueling this phenomenon? Dive deeper! #CannabisMarket #THC #CBD #CannabisIndustry

Take a look at the enlightening paper written by Mackenzie Gorman and Matthew McSweeney on how consumers describe the different attributes of cannabis. GLA appreciates the work put in by our friends at Acadia University View full paper at https://shorturl.at/UNjqJ Practical Application This study presents how consumers currently describe different cannabis varieties. The consumers identified 10 different categories of sensory descriptors that are of importance to cannabis consumers. Furthermore, the consumers identified which attributes they associate with high- and low-quality cannabis. This research should help cannabis manufacturers introduce new cannabis strains and products to the North American market that align with consumer's demands and sensory experiences. It will also help cannabis manufactures create a sensory lexicon that can be used for quality assurance. #AGTech #Terpenes #Cannabis #cannabistesting #cannabisflavours #cannabisaroma #cannabistaste #cannabisquality #cannabisexperience

Investigating Quality Assurance in Jamaica's Regulated Medicinal Cannabis Market The research conducted by the University of the West Indies has revealed significant gaps in quality assurance practices within Jamaica's regulated medicinal cannabis sector. The study's findings, such as discrepancies in reported THC levels and higher-than-expected microbial contamination, highlight the urgent need for stricter quality control measures. The Valenveras device offers a potential solution to these issues by providing rapid and accurate analysis of cannabis products, thereby helping to ensure consumer safety and industry compliance with regulatory standards. Valenveras portable NIR testing device (ISO 17025 certified) is getting results in 40 seconds! It delivers results for: Terpene Analysis: B-Myrcene, Linalool, Limonene, A-Humulene, B-Caryophyllene, Terpinolene, A-Pinene, G-Elemene, B-Pinene, Eudesma-3,7 (11) Cannabinoid Analysis: %CBG, %THCa, %CBD, %CBDA, %THC Nutrient Analysis (Plant Tissue Nutrients Analysis): Macro-nutrients (N, P, K, Ca-Mg), Micro-nutrients (Fe, Mn, Zn) Water Activity & Moisture Cannabis Extract Simple Operation, Powerful Results Anyone can operate the Valenveras Cannabis Model – no specialized training is required. It's internet-independent, boasts a rechargeable battery lasting up to 700 tests per day, and comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee and a 2-year warranty. www.valenvenveras.com #cannabis #jamaica #qualityassurance #valenveras #cannabisindustry #testing #qualitycontrol #cannabisproducts #labtesting #cannabisregulation #medicalcannabis #cbd #thc #terpenes #nutrients #wateractivity #cannabisanalysis

Quality control is critical for the #cannabis industry, especially for Cannabis Social Clubs (CSCs), which must adhere to the standards set by the Consumer Cannabis Act (KCanG). This legislation ensures that cannabis for recreational use meets stringent safety and quality requirements, protecting both consumers and the integrity of the market. 🌱 CSCs must follow rigorous monitoring and testing throughout the production process. Where specific standards are still evolving, CSCs can rely on established guidelines for medicinal cannabis and herbal medicines as a reference point. ✅ At Quality Services International GmbH - a Tentamus company, we test cannabis for: 🟢 Consumer safety: preventing health risks such as pesticide, mould, or heavy metals contamination. 🟢 Cannabinoid profile compliance: verifying the levels and ratios of active components. 🟢 Due diligence: demonstrating responsible practices and compliance with regulations. 🟢 Synthetic cannabinoid absence: ensuring products are free from synthetic or semi-synthetic cannabinoids. To ensure product excellence, the following parameters are also analyzed: 🌿 Terpenes: key compounds influencing aroma, taste, and cannabinoid effects. 🌿 Loss on drying: analyzing water content to determine product quality and stability. 🌿 Water activity: measuring moisture levels to prevent mold growth. 🌿 Identity verification: confirming correct labeling and product variety. Reliable cannabis analysis provides transparency and confidence to consumers and stakeholders. As Germany’s leading cannabis analysis provider, we offer tailored quality management strategies to support CSCs in meeting legal requirements. Our comprehensive services help ensure compliance and deliver high-quality cannabis products to the market. 🔬 For more information about our services and the legal requirements for CSCs, get in touch with us: 📧 [email protected]

Mycotoxins, toxic compounds produced by certain molds, pose a potential health risk when present in cannabis products. There are serious risks associated with mycotoxins in cannabis, and the role of testing in mitigating these risks is crucial. At PureLabs OKC, we prioritize consumer safety, and mycotoxin testing is an integral part of our commitment to delivering high-quality and safe cannabis products. https://lnkd.in/gYr5v7py

🚨 Governor Gavin Newsom’s Move Threatens California’s Hemp Industry 🚨 On Friday, California Governor Gavin Newsom filed emergency rules that directly target the state’s flourishing hemp industry by proposing a complete prohibition on THC, the natural compound found in cannabis. This decision could have profound effects on businesses and consumers who rely on hemp-derived products, especially those rich in CBD. At CBD Supplier UK, we understand the importance of access to safe, high-quality CBD and hemp products. As the market evolves, we stand in solidarity with our industry partners and stakeholders, supporting the continued availability of these beneficial products to customers worldwide. Now more than ever, it’s crucial to stay informed and support sensible regulations that allow for growth and innovation within the hemp and CBD sectors. 🌿 #CBD #HempIndustry #California #Regulations #Cannabis #CBDProducts #HempInnovation #CBDMarket #CBDSupplierUK

The USA 🇺🇸 National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) have announced a new Hemp Plant Reference Material to help #labs accurately measure the #THC, CBD, toxic elements & other compounds in Cannabis products. Theyre using RM 8210 as hemp reference #material developed by NIST to help laboratories accurately measure cannabinoids & toxic #elements in Cannabis plant products. This material aids in distinguishing between #hemp and “marijuana” and ensures Cannabis products are safe & accurately labeled. This will help forensic labs correctly determine whether a #seized material is hemp, which is legal in all 50 states, or THC Cannabis aka marijuana, which remains a controlled substance federally. It’ll also help producers & state regulators ensure that products are safe to use and accurately #labeled in #Cannabis

By testing for terpenes, consumers can have a better understanding of the strain’s properties and make informed choices about their cannabis use. Without terpene testing, consumers may unknowingly consume cannabis with an inappropriate or misleading label, leading to unexpected and potentially adverse reactions. This lack of information and accuracy can also result in consumers not experiencing the desired effects or benefits they seek or need from a particular strain. Furthermore, certain terpenes can interact with cannabinoids in cannabis, amplifying or dampening their effects. Without terpene testing, consumers risk consuming products that may be unsafe, inconsistent, or even counterfeit. Thus, cannabis terpene testing is crucial for ensuring consumer safety and providing accurate information for responsible and beneficial cannabis use. #CACannabis #Cannabis #CannabisTesting #CannabisTestingLab #CAcompliance #CannaCompliance #Terpenes #TerpeneTesting #CaliforniaCannabis #CannabisIndustry #OrangeCounty

Texas at center of hemp-derived cannabinoid market! The future of #federal #regulation for hemp-derived #cannabinoids is hard to predict – but industry #stakeholders might find a crystal ball in the form of Texas. So far, Texas regulators have taken a hands-off approach that has allowed the state’s #hemp-derived #cannabinoid sector to thrive. That hands-off approach has really allowed the market to figure out what (#consumers) want and #producers and #manufacturers to figure out how to best get those products to them,” said Colt Power, CEO of Power Biopharms, a low-THC hemp #cultivation business in Euless, Texas. “If anything, a more hands-off approach has shown how this state is ready for this. Power credits Texas’ initial approach to hemp-derived cannabinoids to the 2018 U.S. Farm Bill, which #legalized #hemp production nationwide. The position was upheld by Texas’ 3rd Court of Appeals in October after the Texas Department of State Health Services tried to ban #delta-8 THC #products, which are created by #synthesizing #CBD, often derived from federally legal hemp. A hemp cultivator must have a so-called lot #permit, or #license, and can cultivate only #low-THC strains from a state-#approved list. Cannabis consumers wondering what a store offering# marijuana and #intoxicating hemp-derived #cannabinoids would look like can find out in Texas. https://lnkd.in/gdtp2pTT