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The Man Behind MXXN: An Interview with CEO and Founder Darnell Smith

Hangovers are one of the aftereffects often experienced with spirits. Who doesn’t love a good martini or a refreshing margarita? One company […]

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CBD Safety in Edibles: What Regulators are Thinking

Despite the popularity of cannabidiol (CBD) infused edibles among consumers there are storm clouds on the horizon for this market. The potential […]

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CDPHE Certifies More Labs for Hemp Testing

Aurum Labs, a cannabis testing laboratory based in Durango, Colorado, announced last week that they have become certified by the Colorado Department […]

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Pennsylvania Recall Overturned by State Courts

Back in December of 2021, The Pennsylvania Department of Health sent emails to registered medical cannabis patients, notifying them of a safety […]

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2022 Infused Products Virtual Conference: June Program

2022 Infused Products Virtual Conference: June Program Sponsored by Millipore Sigma, Berlin Packaging and Cannabis Safety & Quality (CSQ) Click here to […]

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Study Finds Only 7% of CBD Brands Conduct Proper Lab Testing

Leafreport released the findings from their expansive CBD testing study that revealed some pretty alarming results. According to their study, only 7% […]

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How Do You Know You’re Right? qPCR vs. Plating

Cannabis testing to detect microbial contamination is complicated. It may not be rocket science, but it is life science, which means it’s […]

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AOAC Launches Cannabis Proficiency Testing Program

In a press release published this week, AOAC International announced it has partnered with Signature Science, LLC as the test material provider […]

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FDA Issues First Warning Letters for Delta-8 THC

In an unprecedented move, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has issued warning letters today to companies selling products containing delta-8 […]

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Perfecting Your Packaging for Cannabis Beverages

Some consumers participating in the legal cannabis market want to avoid inhalable products. They are concerned about the effects of the smoke […]