Cannabis Industry Journal

Registration Open for 2022 Cannabis Quality Conference & Expo

The CQC is a business-to-business conference and expo where cannabis industry leaders and stakeholders meet to build the future of the cannabis marketplace. Taking place in a pivotal year for the cannabis industry and in a location surrounded by new market opportunities, the CQC will deliver hands-on education, networking and business discussions.

Featured Articles

August 17, 2022

Great Brand Design Can Grow Your Business

By Moira Stein

Understanding your target consumer, identifying and communicating a unique brand personality, complying with all regulatory requirements and taking a holistic approach will lead to impactful packaging that wins with consumers and grows your business.

August 11, 2022

M&A in Cannabis: A Guide for Buyers and Sellers

By Abraham Finberg, Rachel Wright

M&A activity has continued to rise in the cannabis space. In this piece, we look at the evolution of the U.S. cannabis industry and some best practices and considerations for M&A deals in this environment.

August 9, 2022

ASTM Approves New Cannabis Standards

By Cannabis Industry Journal Staff

ASTM International’s D37 cannabis committee has recently approved a few new standards surrounding the environmental conditions for packaging, shipping and storing cannabis and hemp flower.

August 3, 2022

An Interview with Bespoke Financial Co-Founder & CEO George Mancheril

By Aaron Green

In this article, Aaron Green sits down with George Mancheril, co-founder and CEO of Bespoke Financial, a cannabis lender, to learn more about trends in cannabis lending and their recent partnership with Blaze.

July 28, 2022

Transportation & Supply Issues in Cannabis Staffing: How to Get Unstuck

By Melita Balestieri

Providing a solid base wage with health benefits, and making it clear to current employees and job candidates that there’s an internal infrastructure of support—from HR to loyalty bonuses—is the best way to tackle the transportation and supply issues to position your company for future success.

July 28, 2022

The Inflated THC Crisis Plaguing California Cannabis

By Erik Paulson, Josh Swider, Zachary Eisenberg

Cannabis consumers in California are being defrauded, and it's the Department of Cannabis Control's fault. Lab shopping has become so widespread that labs openly advertise their higher potency values to gain customers without fear of recourse.

July 28, 2022

An Interview with Würk CEO & Chairman, Scott Kenyon

By Aaron Green

In this article, Aaron Green sits down with Scott Kenyon, CEO and chairman of Würk, a cannabis payroll processing and human capital management service provider, to learn more about challenges companies are facing and trends in the industry.

July 21, 2022

Senators Introduce Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act

By Cannabis Industry Journal Staff

About a year ago, the lawmakers held a press conference where they unveiled their first draft of the CAOA, calling on the public for comments and input. The bill is arguably the most comprehensive piece of cannabis legislation to date.

July 20, 2022

Cannabis Receiverships: A Viable Alternative to Bankruptcy

By Oren Bitan

Because businesses in the legal cannabis market lack access to vital traditional institutions, such as bankruptcy remedies, stakeholders must be prepared to consider alternatives such as a court appointed receiver, which can be a useful alternative to both secured creditors and unsecured creditors.

July 18, 2022

From Factory to Flower – 4 GMP Insights for the Grow House

By Tom Blaine

At first glance, the layout of a grow room and a factory production line might seem to have little in common. But whether a facility is producing plants or parts, adopting good manufacturing practices (GMP) can benefit plant quality, harvest consistency and production economics.

July 18, 2022

Risk Management Considerations for Cannabis Retailers in New Jersey

By Eric Schneider

New Jersey dedicated the first part of 2022 to issue licenses to cannabis businesses, with retailers joining the legal crowd in March. Although the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission requires retailers to adhere to strict guidelines, there’s still more to do. Here are risk management considerations New Jersey cannabis retailers need to know.

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August 16, 2022

The Top 3 Ways to Find the Right Automation Tools for Your Cannabis Operations

By Nohtal Partansky

From identifying what to automate to choosing the right manufacturer, there are a lot of ways you can optimize your automation tools so you won’t need to reinvent the wheel.

August 3, 2022

The B2B Marketplace Trend Comes to Cannabis (Finally)

By Adam Benko, Brian Mayfield

As more and more industries specialize, it’s no wonder ancillary services are having a renaissance and replacing the traditional one-size-fits-all model popularized decades ago. The more this industry expands, the more founders and their B2B partners need to roll with their own solutions.

July 22, 2022

Don’t Go Down with the Ship: How to Create a Cash Influx for Your Cannabis Business During Hard Times

By Adam Benko, Brian Mayfield

In today’s uncertain world, it can be harder than ever to keep your cannabis business in the green – and we don’t mean flower. If you’re a struggling cannabis business owner, don’t throw in the towel just yet. Here are 5 expert-approved tips to create a cash influx for your business, without drastically increasing spending.

July 20, 2022

AOAC Accreditation: Why Third-Party Approval Matters More Than Ever

By Anthony Repay

At the end of the day, cannabis testing labs want to keep the public safe and it is our job to do so. This means implementing these independently approved methods from agencies such as AOAC at various touch points in the seed to sale cycle to ensure the data is validated and reliable.

July 15, 2022

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Robot Job Apocalypse? 3 Ways Robots Can Help the Cannabis Industry

By Nohtal Partansky

With any new trend or shift in the labor and job landscape, it’s natural to be cautious of how it may affect you or your workers, both personally and professionally. Automation is here to help though, not hurt.

July 14, 2022

Starting a Cannabis Extraction Lab? Here Are Some Key Considerations

By Martha Hernández

Learn about 7 key considerations that you should take into account when setting up a cannabis extraction facility.

June 24, 2022

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Give a Voice to Scientists in the Executive Suite

By Dr. Markus Roggen, Amanda Assen

We looked at 10 major pharmaceutical companies and 10 major cannabis companies, comparing what positions they had for scientists and their R&D spending. Why are scientists rarely in the c-suite of cannabis companies?

June 2, 2022

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

By Dr. Sherman Hom

When it comes to cannabis pathogen testing, facts are more important than comfort. In this piece, Dr. Hom advocates for qPCR over plating methods when conducting microbiology testing in cannabis

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Upcoming Events & Webinars

September 6, 2022 – 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Cannabis Extraction Virtual Conference

The Cannabis Extraction Virtual Conference is back! We are hosting this complimentary collection of webinar presentations, designed to help attendees better understand some of the more technical aspects of the cannabis extraction market. We will take a deep dive into cannabis and hemp extraction, the business behind extraction companies, post-processing, optimization, solvent remediation, GMPs and more. Take a look at the presentations and speakers in the agenda for more information. Attendees registering for this complimentary series of webinars will get access to veterans in the cannabis extraction space, who are all available for Q&A after each presentation. In addition to getting the opportunity to chat with these subject matter experts on September 6, a recording of the presentations will be made available to all who register. Practical and educational information from experts in the cannabis extraction market, all on the same day and all from the comfort of your home or office. Want real inside knowledge on cannabis extraction? Stay tuned to sign up! Registration coming soon.

September 13, 2022 – 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Cannabis Labs Virtual Conference

The Cannabis Labs Virtual Conference is back! For six years now, we have been hosting this complimentary collection of webinar presentations, designed to help attendees better understand some of the more technical aspects of starting and operating a laboratory. We will take a deep dive into cannabis lab testing, rules and regulations, standardization and more. Take a look at the presentations and speakers below for more information. Attendees registering for this complimentary series of webinars will get access to seven veterans of the cannabis lab testing industry, who are all available for Q&A after each presentation. In addition to getting the opportunity to chat with these subject matter experts on September 13, a recording of the presentations will be made available to all who register.

October 17, 2022 – 12:00 pm – October 19, 2022 – 12:00 pm

Cannabis Quality Conference & Expo

The Cannabis Quality Conference & Expo is an educational and networking event for the cannabis industry that has cannabis safety, quality and regulatory compliance as the foundation of the educational content of the program. With a unique focus on science, technology, safety and compliance, the “CQC” enables attendees to engage in conversations that are critical for advancing careers and organizations alike. Delegates visit with exhibitors to learn about cutting-edge solutions, explore three high-level educational tracks for learning valuable industry trends, and network with industry executives to find solutions to improve quality, efficiency and cost effectiveness in the evolving cannabis industry.

October 19, 2022 – 12:00 pm – October 21, 2022 – 12:00 pm

2022 Food Safety Consortium

Back in person this year, the 10th annual Food Safety Consortium is an educational and networking event for Food Protection that has food safety, food integrity and food defense as the foundation of the educational content of the program. With a unique focus on science, technology and compliance, the “Consortium” enables attendees to engage in conversations that are critical for advancing careers and organizations alike. Delegates visit with sponsors & exhibitors to learn about cutting-edge solutions, explore three high-level educational tracks for learning valuable industry trends, and network with industry executives to find solutions to improve quality, efficiency and cost effectiveness in the evolving food industry.