Here we are again, my friends, back to the same old song and dance. I’ve ranted about this before, but it seems the powers that be have a selective hearing problem. So, let’s crank up the volume and talk about the mold levels in cannabis in the great state of Connecticut. We need to talk about this again…
Now, I don’t know about you, but when I think of medicine, I don’t typically picture a petri dish of mold. But apparently, in Connecticut, that’s exactly what they’re serving up to medical marijuana patients. And not just a sprinkle of mold, oh no. We’re talking about some of the highest mold levels in the country.
How high, you ask? Try 100,000 colony-forming units per gram of cannabis. That’s right, 100,000 CFU/g. To put that in perspective, it’s 10 times higher than the threshold in most other state with medical marijuana. It’s like they’re trying to win a gold medal in the Fungus Olympics.
Now, I’m no scientist, but I’m pretty sure inhaling mold isn’t on the list of recommended treatments for any medical condition. Yet, here we are, with Connecticut handing out moldy cannabis like it’s candy on Halloween.
And the best part? They actually increased the mold limit. Back in 2012, when medical marijuana was legalized in Connecticut, the acceptable standard was less than 10,000 CFU/g. But in 2021, they decided to crank it up to a whopping 1 million CFU/g. After some backlash, they rolled it back to the still absurdly high 100,000 CFU/g.
So, I have to ask, Connecticut, how can you call this medicine for the medical marijuana patients? Or do you save the moldy stuff for the recreational users? Because let me tell you, nothing says “relaxation” quite like a lungful of mold.
It’s time for Connecticut to get its act together. This isn’t just about weed. It’s about the health and safety of the people who rely on this as medicine and the people that just want to relax. And right now, they’re being let down in a big way.
Now, I’ve been around the block a few times, and I’ve seen some things. But this? This takes the cake. It’s like a bad joke, except the punchline is a lung infection. And let me tell you, there’s nothing funny about that.
But let’s take a step back for a moment. Let’s talk about why mold in weed is such a big deal. You see, mold isn’t just unsightly. It’s downright dangerous. Certain types of mold produce mycotoxins, which can cause serious health problems when inhaled. We’re talking about respiratory issues, allergic reactions, and even immune suppression. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg.
So, when we talk about mold levels in cannabis, we’re not just talking about a minor inconvenience. We’re talking about a serious health risk. And yet, Connecticut seems to think it’s acceptable to expose medical marijuana patients to this risk. It’s like they’re playing Russian roulette with people’s health.
And what about the recreational users? Are they just collateral damage in this moldy mess? It’s a sad state of affairs when the people who are supposed to be regulating the industry are the ones putting consumers at risk.
But here’s the kicker: Connecticut isn’t alone in this. Other states have similarly lax standards when it comes to mold in cannabis. It’s a nationwide problem, and it’s about time we did something about it.
So, what can we do? Well, for starters, we can demand better. We can hold our elected officials accountable. We can make our voices heard. And most importantly, we can refuse to accept subpar, moldy weed as the norm.
Because at the end of the day, this isn’t just about weed. It’s about our right to safe, clean medicine. It’s about our health and well-being. And it’s about standing up to those who would put profits before people.
So, Connecticut, it’s bad enough that there’s a weed shortage. And what’s being offered is…
Keep It Safe And Stay Weird,
PS
Stop trying to clean up the street when your house is a mess.
