Local cannabis testing laboratory MCR Labs has released a new testing suite designed to diagnose microbial issues and determine the best path forward for successful remediative measures. This new service can prevent future outbreaks by allowing cultivators to monitor their grow environment closely for any potential contamination sources, avoiding a full-on outbreak … [Read more...] about Tests, tests, and more tests. New Cannabis Testing to Help Growers Manage, Prevent Microbial Outbreaks. However, it only counts if it’s reported.
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Essex PZC Researching Cannabis Dispensary Regulations. I wondering if zoning will give resistance?
The Essex Planning & Zoning Commission (PZC) is currently deliberating on the local regulations that will govern the potential opening of cannabis dispensaries in town. The PZC began conversations on regulations when the state began discussing the eventual legalization of marijuana in Connecticut last year, according to Carey Duques, land use official for the PZC. The first … [Read more...] about Essex PZC Researching Cannabis Dispensary Regulations. I wondering if zoning will give resistance?
Hemp Farmers Excluded From Cannabis Business. But please, let’s bring in a bunch of MSOs and forget about the people already doing it?
It’s a farm and it’s already growing the plant, but Michael Goodenough and the nearly 50 other hemp farmers in Connecticut won’t be able to grow the plant with more THC. That’s because the legislation allowing for recreational cannabis left hemp farmers out of the equation and efforts this year to include them fell short. D&G Ag Tech manufactures 78 brands of products … [Read more...] about Hemp Farmers Excluded From Cannabis Business. But please, let’s bring in a bunch of MSOs and forget about the people already doing it?
‘Gifting’ cannabis now carries $1,000 fine in Connecticut. You are not allowed to give a gift in exchange for… anything.
The practice of exchanging cannabis or cannabis-related products for donations or other purchases — known as “gifting” — could now carry a heavy price tag in Connecticut. Under legislation signed last week by Democratic Governor Ned Lamont, towns can fine residents up to $1,000 for gifting a cannabis plant or related products. The state also has the authority to issue $1,000 … [Read more...] about ‘Gifting’ cannabis now carries $1,000 fine in Connecticut. You are not allowed to give a gift in exchange for… anything.
Memorial Day Weekend. Veteran Access is a MUST.
In many cases most people think of Memorial Day weekend as that 3 day weekend with beer, bbq, and parades. Maybe even get that first sunburn of the summer and have to put some blue zinc on to cover your nose. But there’s more to it than that. It’s about remembering not only those who have served, but specifically those that never came home. Regardless of what we were … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Weekend. Veteran Access is a MUST.
Legislators approve mold regulation changes for medical marijuana. Approved by unanimous vote.
A legislative committee gave final approval Tuesday to a regulatory change adjusting the allowable amount of mold and yeast in the medical marijuana supply. Connecticut has two laboratories that test medical marijuana. The change, proposed by the Department of Consumer Protection and ratified by the Legislative Regulation Review Committee, means an increase in the total … [Read more...] about Legislators approve mold regulation changes for medical marijuana. Approved by unanimous vote.
Marijuana labeling system “not an effective or safe way” to detail what’s inside the products, study finds. This seems to be an ongoing problem all over the place.
Marijuana product labels fail to capture “the chemical reality” of what people smoke, a University of Colorado study has concluded after analyzing 90,000 samples offered for sale in six states. The widely used labeling system purported to predict effects of different “strains” — “indica” (relaxed high), “sativa” (energetic high), and “hybrid” — obscures the diversity of … [Read more...] about Marijuana labeling system “not an effective or safe way” to detail what’s inside the products, study finds. This seems to be an ongoing problem all over the place.
When will you be able to buy recreational marijuana in CT? It’s unclear. Actually it’s never clear, the DCP makes up their rules as they go.
Connecticut legalized adult-use cannabis last year, but it’s still unclear when recreational marijuana will be available to buy without a prescription. Existing medical-use cultivators and retailers could be the first to offer recreational products in the market, but only a handful have applied so far to convert their operations to a “hybrid” model — producing or selling both … [Read more...] about When will you be able to buy recreational marijuana in CT? It’s unclear. Actually it’s never clear, the DCP makes up their rules as they go.
A talk with the lost Seagull. Cannabis conversation held on expanding business in CT. But, that’s only if you will the lottery. That doesn’t seem to get mentioned much.
WESTPORT, Conn. (WTNH) — A ‘CannaCurious’ panel event was held Thursday night in Westport to discuss the marketing, regulations, and social equity matters in the cannabis industry in the state. The talk included Michelle H. Seagull, Commissioner of the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection. It was held by the American Marketing Association, Southern CT Chapter. Seagull … [Read more...] about A talk with the lost Seagull. Cannabis conversation held on expanding business in CT. But, that’s only if you will the lottery. That doesn’t seem to get mentioned much.
Every MSO is coming. Marijuana slowly becoming New England’s newest cash crop
Reactional, and medical, marijuana is becoming a focus of Legislatures in New England. Massachusetts, in May, topped $3 billion in sales. (The Center Square) – With adult-use marijuana sales eclipsing $3 billion in Massachusetts, other New England states are now entering the recreational marijuana industry. Voters in Massachusetts legalized marijuana in 2016 and sales began in … [Read more...] about Every MSO is coming. Marijuana slowly becoming New England’s newest cash crop
