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March 31, 2020

The Beginner’s Guide to Integrated Pest Management

By David Perkins

From formulating the plan to worker safety, pesticide regulations and REI times – This is the ultimate guide to integrated pest management. Learn how to effectively implement an IPM plan and use the right tools in the right way at the right time.

March 27, 2020

CARES Act – Stimulus Package Won’t Aid the Cannabis Industry

By Steve Levine, Megan Herr

While the federal government has been considering legislation, such as SAFE Banking and the STATES Act, to create a more rational federal cannabis policy, neither of these bills are likely to pass any time soon given the current COVID-19 pandemic. At the end of the day, until Congress passes some form of federal cannabis legalization, these small businesses will remain plagued by the inability to receive financial assistance, as evinced by the Paycheck Protection Program.

March 25, 2020

Custom Designed Packaging: Is it Right for Your Cannabis Product?

By Danielle Antos

It doesn’t matter if your cannabis business is a start-up in its infancy or a mature company with an established loyal customer following, creating attention-grabbing packaging is essential to your success. The packaging is the all-important and critical first impression.

March 19, 2020

COVID-19 Upends Events, Cannabis Labs Goes Virtual, Cannabis Quality Conference Contingency Plan Developed

By Cannabis Industry Journal Staff

The Cannabis Labs/Food Labs Conference will be held virtually June 1–5 and registration will be complimentary. Additionally, the Cannabis Quality Conference is still scheduled for October 21–23, but the conference has developed a contingency plan to be held virtually if COVID-19 continues to be a serious health concern throughout the fall season.

March 12, 2020

5 Factors to Keep in Mind When Entering the Regulated Market

By David Perkins

From startup phase to distribution, there’s a lot to consider when entering a regulated market like California. Keeping these factors in mind when establishing a new cannabis business can help you pave a path for success for the long haul.

February 28, 2020

Comparable to Organic: How This California Company Aims to Certify Cannabis

By Aaron G. Biros

Envirocann helps cannabis companies market their sustainable production practices, but they do much more than that. Learn how Envirocann is revolutionizing the way certifications help businesses succeed.

February 28, 2020

Large Scale Cultivation Planning: 4 Important Factors to Consider

By David Perkins

From genetics to nutrients – these four factors will help you ensure your operation is successful from start to finish.

February 25, 2020

U.S. Hemp Authority Names FoodChain ID Official Certification Body

By Aaron G. Biros

FoodChain ID, one of the leading global food safety organizations, is now recognized as the official certification body for the U.S. Hemp Authority certification seals.

February 21, 2020

The Cannabis Business Guide to Picking an Inventory Management System

By Melissa Diaz

Finding the right inventory management system that can handle cannabis products can be time consuming. Use these tips to make your search easier.

February 20, 2020

The Growing Influence of Certified Organic in the European Cannabis Industry

By Marguerite Arnold

Most people do not really understand what is going on, but the reality is that unless you are organic, pack it up and go home.

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March 25, 2020

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Clean Grow Still Failing? Check for Endophytic Mold

By Bernie Lorenz, PhD

The practice of checking mother plants for Endophytic mold is not yet commonplace in cannabis, but the hemp business is leading the way. They’re testing to create very clean plants, so you don’t have issues during cultivation.

March 5, 2020

Thinking of Hiring a Cultivation Consultant? Here’s What You Can Expect

By David Perkins

Don’t make the same mistakes that others have – hire an experienced consultant, do your homework and know what to expect.

March 2, 2020

Product Safety Hazards: Looking Beyond Food Safety in Cannabis

By Radojka Barycki

Cannabis safety is not just about edibles and food-borne illness. Take a look at several safety hazards encountered by cultivators, processors, manufacturers and retailers.

February 10, 2020

Judge A Book By Its Cover: Why Understanding Information Economics is Critical to Gain Consumer Trust and Build a Sustainable Brand

By Nathan Libbey

Information economics has existed for decades and drives much of how products, including cannabis, are marketed and purchased. Understanding different product attributes is key to setting up a sustainable cannabis product, corporation, and industry.

January 29, 2020

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Ground Control to Major Tom: Sending Hemp to Space

By Aaron G. Biros

Commencing countdown, engines on – Front Range Biosciences is sending hemp tissue culture samples on a space mission to study how gravity and space radiation can alter gene expression.

January 27, 2020

Top 5 Trends for Cannabis in 2020

By Melissa Kuipers Blake

From consolidation to maturation: find out what Melissa Kuipers Blake thinks will be the biggest trends for the cannabis industry this year.

December 17, 2019

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Increase Density in your Canopy

By Carl Silverberg

If you can increase density in your crops, you should theoretically be able to increase yield and thus improve your overall ROI.

December 2, 2019

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Taking the Guesswork out of Horticultural Lighting

By Leora Radetsky

The DesignLights Consortium provides a valuable resource to growers: the ability to compare different types of lighting and the standards they meet as well as review the research behind lighting technologies.

November 25, 2019

How to Protect Your Brand From Counterfeiters

By Gail Podolsky

Using copyright law, a cannabis business can utilize an arsenal of tools to defend its brand against counterfeiting.

November 6, 2019

Cannabusiness Sustainability

Designing More Sustainable Cannabis Facilities

By Sophia Daukus

If you are designing a facility with sustainability in mind, pay special attention to your flooring.

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Upcoming Events & Webinars

April 8, 2020

Event Reports Virtual Workshop (4/8 & 4/22)

This 4-hour training program is divided into TWO SESSIONS taking place on April 8 and April 22. Many people know about nonconformances, many know about CAPAs, but not that many know about how a nonconformance LEADS to a CAPA. Attendees will gain knowledge as to a more standardized way of recording, investigating, and resolving nonconformances, as well as use the recorded data to more effectively communicate tracking and trending of issues.

April 9, 2020 – 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

How to Insure Long Term Sustainable Growth and Profitability in the Cannabis Industry

As the Cannabis industry continues to evolve in these times of increasing competition coupled with operational, regulatory, and supply chain challenges the focus of investors and industry leaders has now turned to sustainable growth, preserving margins and insuring long term profitability. During this webinar we will explore the market forces that continue to impact your cannabusiness and show how tried and true manufacturing, quality and compliance solutions are the keys to insuring your company’s long-term sustainable growth and reliable profitability.

April 16, 2020 – 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

COVID-19 and Cannabis: Market Implications – Protocols for Safety, Sanitation & Distancing (Virtual Event)

As the coronavirus pandemic has effectively shut down the Untied States, only some essential businesses remain open. Some states have deemed cannabis businesses like medical dispensaries as essential businesses that could stay open during state-wide shelter in place orders. Certain states, like Washington and Colorado, have published guidelines for dispensaries to operate while promoting social distancing. Those guidelines are including optional curbside service, but there are a number of rules that must be followed strictly. In this complimentary webinar, we’ll discuss the impacts of coronavirus on the cannabis industry and the implications for dispensaries continuing to operate.

June 2, 2020 – June 5, 2020

Food Labs / Cannabis Labs Conference (Virtual Event)

The Food Labs / Cannabis Labs Conference is one complimentary conference serving the food and cannabis laboratory markets with two separate tracks and overarching plenary presentations. The Food Labs Conference will address regulatory, compliance and risk management issues that companies face in the area of testing and food laboratory management. The Cannabis Labs Conference With a particular focus on science, technology, regulatory compliance and quality management, the event enables attendees to engage in conversations that are critical for advancing careers and organizations alike.