Mold in Weed? Regulation, Prevention, Remediation

Cannabis industry jobs, like many others, are in a constant state of flux as the nation struggles with inflation and economic uncertainty. Plenty of headlines coined the legal cannabis industry as “pandemic-proof.” However, as inflation continues to slow down spending, it has become painfully evident that the industry is not recession-proof, and many cannabis companies are taking a hard look at their bottom line.

Mold in marijuana is more than a business faux pas; it is a potential health hazard for consumers. Mold on cannabis isn’t a new problem, but commercial production and over-crowded grow rooms are creating the perfect storm for pathogens. The birth of the marijuana industry has given rise to a deeper awareness of production pitfalls and potential health risks – not from the cannabis itself, but from unintentional microbial contamination.

Tetrahydrocannabinol comes in many forms naturally, and thanks to modern chemistry, many more can be created. Originally published at https://www.cannabistech.com/articles/differences-between-natural-and-synthesized-thc/

Grow lights make a significant impact on the environment in your grow. Controlling temperature and humidity depends on understanding how your lighting may affect them.

FDA regulations for CBD in food and beverages may be just around the corner, according to recent headlines. Agency officials from the US Food and Drug Administration recently announced plans for publishing their recommendations on CBD as a novel food ingredient citing concerns over long-term consumption. https://www.cannabistech.com/articles/cbd-headlines-signal-changes-coming-to-hemp/

Preventing pests in a commercial cannabis grow operation starts with understanding what kind of potential threats are lurking within the facility. Integrated Pest Management, or IPM, requires specific SOPs and processes - starting with regular tests to determine where the hazards are lurking.    We followed PathogenDx into a commercial cannabis operation as they tested for a wide range of contaminants that can impact the health of the overall grow. Milan Patel, the CEO, talks about the importance of education and testing in a successful IPM program.    Then, we invite Ron Romano and Jim Harris from SafetyNet to discuss their preventative treatments to help growers reduce the threat of bio-contaminants and technologies available to help maintain personnel decontamination as well.    Most importantly, our guests remind growers that these solutions don't have to be expensive and will help the industry self-regulate as the federal legal status shifts in the coming years.

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Pests can wreak havoc on a cannabis cultivation facility. Learn which pests can cause the most damage and what steps to take to eradicate them. Insects, molds, fungus, viruses and bacteria - these are things that can destroy your grow operation. PathogenDx and SafetyNet America provide technology solutions to help growers stop problems before they start!  https://www.cannabistech.com/articles/pests-in-cannabis-and-how-to-kill-them/

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Since the industrial revolution, life has radically transformed across the globe. The transformation has improved the quality of life for billions, yet it has produced mountains of waste threatening the planet. However, hemp has offered a more sustainable option since the beginning of this global transformation. https://www.cannabistech.com/articles/printing-the-future-of-sustainability-on-hemp-paper/