After issuing its first ever product recalls this fall, the Maine Office of Cannabis Policy is urging producers to make sure they understand the state's testing and handling rules. Deputy director Vern Malloch said the office has determined some producers are sampling improperly, including by taking samples before the full batch is finished. Malloch said that can lead to … [Read more...] about Office of Cannabis Policy stresses importance of proper sampling after recent recalls
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Concerns about marijuana recalls: Critics call for review of Maine’s standards
Several recalls due to moldy cannabis are raising questions about Maine's testing standards. The Maine Office of Cannabis Policy (OCP) has issued several recalls. In October, OCP recalled pre-ground adult use cannabis flower, pre-rolls, and blunts of the strain “Frosted Cookies." as well as pre-ground flower of the strain “Frozay” due to bacteria and mold concerns. The … [Read more...] about Concerns about marijuana recalls: Critics call for review of Maine’s standards
Maine’s recalls of moldy cannabis prompt questions on state testing standards
A series of cannabis recalls in short succession has industry members questioning the effectiveness of Maine’s cannabis testing protocols. Maine’s Office of Cannabis Policy issued its first recall for contaminated recreational products in September. Two more recalls and one expansion swiftly followed suit and more are expected as the office ramps up auditing. All of the recalls … [Read more...] about Maine’s recalls of moldy cannabis prompt questions on state testing standards
Supreme court says Kittery cannabis company can sue town over license lottery
The Maine Supreme Judicial Court has ruled in favor of a Maine cannabis company, allowing it to continue its lawsuit against the town of Kittery over its licensing process for recreational marijuana stores. High Maine LLC asked the state’s highest court in September to reconsider a superior court justice’s dismissal of the suit, which alleged the city’s lottery-style system of … [Read more...] about Supreme court says Kittery cannabis company can sue town over license lottery
Maine homes forfeited to feds following illegal pot grow complaints
Two properties in central Maine believed to be illegal marijuana grow houses connected with international crime are now owned by the U.S. government. Earlier this month, court records show a judge ordered 368 West Ridge Road in Cornville to be forfeited to the government. Since the owners didn't respond to the criminal complaints against them, a judge ordered the forfeiture by … [Read more...] about Maine homes forfeited to feds following illegal pot grow complaints
Maine issues 2nd recall of moldy cannabis
The state Office of Cannabis Policy has issued its second-ever recall of recreational cannabis and is urging people to throw away or return tainted products that were sold at 14 shops in the last month. The recall affects pre-ground flower, pre-rolls and blunts produced by Nova Farms with a strain called “Frosted Cookies.” Nova Farms is a Massachusetts-based company that has … [Read more...] about Maine issues 2nd recall of moldy cannabis
Cheech and Chong are coming to Maine for cannabis store’s grand opening
Cheech Marin, left, and Tommy Chong arrive for the world premiere of "Cheech & Chong's Last Movie" at the Paramount Theatre during the South by Southwest Film Festival on March 12, 2024, in Austin, Texas. Cheech and Chong are coming to Portland. The iconic duo will be celebrating the grand opening of their first Maine Dispensoria. The cannabis store at 58 Exchange St. … [Read more...] about Cheech and Chong are coming to Maine for cannabis store’s grand opening
Black market marijuana cultivation in Maine is a big deal
MACHIAS, Maine — The blue four-bedroom house, with two red barns out back and neighbors few and far between, looked like any number of nondescript farmhouses that dot the sparsely populated towns of central and northern Maine. But last November, on a crisp fall day, as he got out of his cruiser to check out a tip about suspicious activity at the remote home, Machias Police … [Read more...] about Black market marijuana cultivation in Maine is a big deal
Maine has issued its 1st recall for cannabis products
The Maine Office of Cannabis Policy has issued its first recall of cannabis products. It made the announcement after certain products from the company Cannabis Cured failed tests for yeast and mold. The agency said the recall includes pre-roll strains called GG-4 and Portal, as well as the pre-roll and cannabis flower strain Jelly Donutz. Products were sold at eight retail … [Read more...] about Maine has issued its 1st recall for cannabis products
Utility company’s proposal to rat out hidden marijuana operations to police raises privacy concerns
BANGOR, Maine (AP) — Operators of illegal marijuana grow enterprises hidden inside rural homes in Maine don’t have to worry much about prying neighbors. But their staggering electric bills may give rise to a new snitch.An electric utility made an unusual proposal to help law enforcement target these illicit operations, which are being investigated for ties to transnational … [Read more...] about Utility company’s proposal to rat out hidden marijuana operations to police raises privacy concerns
