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January 21, 2021

Q&A with Bruce Macdonald, Chairman of C21 Investments

By Aaron Green

In this article, Aaron Green sits down with Bruce Macdonald, Chairman of C21 Investments, Inc. to learn more about the how he got involved with the MSO, the company’s strategy and how C21 delivers competitive advantage in today’s market.

January 13, 2021

Leaders in Cannabis Formulations: Part 1

By Aaron Green

In this series of articles, Aaron Green sits down and interviews a number of industry scientists and executives leading cannabis formulation companies. In Part 1, Green chats with Drew Hathaway, senior food scientist at Stillwater Brands, the makers of Caliper and Ripple, to learn more about their technology and plans for growth.

January 12, 2021

QIMA/WQS to Audit Cannabis Companies as CSQ Certification Body

By Cannabis Industry Journal Staff

The Cannabis Safety & Quality Certification program, launched by ASI in 2020, just welcomed QIMA/WQS as their newest licensed certification body.

January 5, 2021

The Hidden Costs of Non-Compliance for Consumers

By Mark Slaugh

Over the long run, compliance is key to tracking the consistency and safety of products to avoid long-term liability and costs on consumers. Consumers would be wise to gravitate towards compliant brands and companies that focus on consistent quality and safety to minimize potential long-term negative impacts and costs.

December 23, 2020

Smart Plants: A Q&A with Jonathan Vaught, CEO and Co-Founder of Front Range Biosciences

By Aaron Green

In this article, Aaron Green sits down with Jonathan Vaught, Ph.D., CEO of Front Range Biosciences, to learn more about the origins of the company, how he thinks about genetics and the engineering of “smart plants.”

December 17, 2020

Washington Lab Shut Down for Falsifying Test Results

By Cannabis Industry Journal Staff

Praxis Laboratory had their license suspended earlier this month for inflating numbers on potency test results, giving samples higher THC levels than the state actually found.

December 15, 2020

2020 CQC Episode 15, Hemp Quality

By Cannabis Industry Journal Staff

In the 15th episode of the 2020 Cannabis Quality Virtual Conference, check out "Creating an Industry-Wide Standard for CBD Quality and Efficacy" and "Heavy Metals in Hemp Extract Products."

December 14, 2020

Facility Considerations for Cultivation & Manufacturing: A Case Study

By David Vaillencourt

In this case study, David Vaillencourt takes a look at how to avoid some typical facility design and operational oversights that could become expensive. Learn how to maintain a competitive edge in a constantly changing market and use data-driven controls for materials, processes and people.

December 8, 2020

Kennebec Analytical Acquires Cannabis Testing Laboratories

By Cannabis Industry Journal Staff

Kennebec Analytical Services (KAS) announced last week that they have acquired Cannabis Testing Laboratories (CTL), whose parent company was Doane University.

November 17, 2020

2020 CQC Episode 11, Laboratory Accreditation & Client Relationships

By Cannabis Industry Journal Staff

In the 11th episode of the 2020 Cannabis Quality Virtual Conference, check out “The Laboratory Accreditation Panel” and “From the Client’s Perspective: Lab Testing and Quality Assurance”

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January 12, 2021

Advancements in Extraction & the Growth of the Concentrate Category

By Dr. Dominick Monaco

From the use of supercritical carbon dioxide as a solvent, to unique product offerings like live resin or isolates, there have been a lot of advancements in the field of cannabis extraction. The growth of this market segment represents the maturation, development and overall sophistication of the cannabis industry as time goes on.

November 10, 2020

The Brand Marketing Byte

Spotlight on Aster Farms

By Cannabis Industry Journal Staff

In this week’s Brand Marketing Byte, we take a look at Aster Farms, based in Lake County, CA, who made a name for themselves on the Pioneer Intelligence list with sustainable cultivation practices and some earned media attention.

October 26, 2020

Overcoming Challenges in the Private Label CBD Industry

By Josh Epstein

Epstein details what to look for when launching your new CBD brand, how to build credibility, secure quality sources and how to create a unique product.

September 15, 2020

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Judge Dismisses Claims in Vaping Illness Lawsuit

By Aaron G. Biros

Almost a year ago, a mysterious vaping-related lung illness affected consumers in the 2019 vaping crisis, resulting in thousands of hospitalizations, a number of lawsuits and even 68 fatalities. This week, the first of those lawsuits was dismissed.

August 18, 2020

Cannabis & COVID: Changes, Advances & Opportunities

By Laura Bianchi

From essential business designations to staffing and financial opportunities, this pandemic is changing the cannabis market dramatically. Understanding how to anticipate change and pivot quickly can often be the key to success.

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