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CannabisTechDifferences between Natural and Synthesized THCTetrahydrocannabinol comes in many forms naturally, and thanks to modern chemistry, many more can be created.
Originally published at https://www.cannabistech.com/articles/differences-between-natural-and-synthesized-thc/
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2023-01-0509 min
CannabisTechCBD Headlines Signal Changes Coming to HempFDA regulations for CBD in food and beverages may be just around the corner, according to recent headlines. Agency officials from the US Food and Drug Administration recently announced plans for publishing their recommendations on CBD as a novel food ingredient citing concerns over long-term consumption.
https://www.cannabistech.com/articles/cbd-headlines-signal-changes-coming-to-hemp/
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2023-01-0208 minCannabisTechGrowing with Cannabis Tech: Technology for the DIY Home GrowerWith the help of Green Goddess Supply, we’re launching a new video series all about home-grow technology and how to grow quality cannabis right in your own living room!
Read the full article here: https://www.cannabistech.com/articles/growing-with-cannabis-tech-technology-for-the-diy-home-grower/
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2022-12-1606 minCannabisTechPests in Cannabis and How to Kill ThemPests can wreak havoc on a cannabis cultivation facility. Learn which pests can cause the most damage and what steps to take to eradicate them.
Insects, molds, fungus, viruses and bacteria - these are things that can destroy your grow operation. PathogenDx and SafetyNet America provide technology solutions to help growers stop problems before they start!
https://www.cannabistech.com/articles/pests-in-cannabis-and-how-to-kill-them/
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2022-12-1307 minCannabisTechCannabis Tech’s Marketplace: The Place to Find the Best Cannabis TechnologyOnline e-commerce solutions aren't just for consumers. Our B2B marketplace can help business owners make informed purchasing decisions.
Cannabis and hemp producers can find various supplies and equipment on marketplace sites like CannabisTech.com. Sites like ours offer a convenient way to comparison shop for the best prices on everything from grow lights to hydroponic systems to crop management systems. Additionally, producers can also find helpful information to make informed purchase decisions or even ask questions during their evaluation process.
10 TYPES OF TECHNOLOGY USED IN COMMERCIAL CANNABIS PRODUCTION FOUND ON CANNABIS TECH’S MARKETPLACE
2022-12-0806 minCannabisTechPrinting the Future of Sustainability on Hemp PaperSince the industrial revolution, life has radically transformed across the globe. The transformation has improved the quality of life for billions, yet it has produced mountains of waste threatening the planet. However, hemp has offered a more sustainable option since the beginning of this global transformation.
https://www.cannabistech.com/articles/printing-the-future-of-sustainability-on-hemp-paper/
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2022-12-0105 minCannabisTechVR and Entheogens: Beyond Third-Eye InsightsEntheogens, including cannabis, faced one of their most restrictive environments in the 20th century. Now, as attitudes shift, several countries are investing in research using psilocybin mushrooms, MDMA, Ketamine, and other substances previously listed as some of the most dangerous materials in the country. With this shift comes a new wave of technological opportunity, and companies are poised to offer these substances to the public.
Original post: https://www.cannabistech.com/articles/vr-and-entheogens-beyond-third-eye-insights/
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2022-11-2905 min
CannabisTechBiosecurity & IPM - Protecting Your Crop from Invisible InvadersGrowing a clean, green crop starts with a successful Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program. We asked cannabis industry expert, Ellis Smith, from American Cannabis Consulting to discuss the challenges and importance of keeping your cannabis facility free of bacteria, molds, viruses, and fungi.
Ron Romano from SafetyNet joins us to discuss how they offer a technology originally designed for hospitals and government biosecurity to help cannabis operators ensure the cleanest environment possible for the health of their plants - and it may even help increase yields!
This webcast is sponsored by SafetyNet America.
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2022-11-2954 minCannabisTechPanel Discussion: Inflation, Pandemic, and PoliticsJoin us for this round-table discussion featuring the different industry perspectives from multiple segments of cannabis. In this episode: Cannabis may have skirted the economic woes of the pandemic, however, no one has been unscathed by the effects of inflation.
We asked 4 industry experts from different cannabis sectors to join us to talk about how inflation has impacted their businesses and their thoughts on the recent moves in Washington.
Our panel includes:
Laura Bianchi, Partner at Bianchi & Brandt
Kai Kirk - Chief Product Officer at Blaze
Eddie Franco - Director of Policy at Nabis
Greta Br...
2022-11-151h 04CannabisTechTiny Mountain Town Eyes New Gold RushThousands of people come to Cripple Creek for its gold mining history, hoping to strike it rich in one of its 13 casinos. And now, entrepreneurs and tourists may be rushing to Cripple Creek for another reason.
https://www.cannabistech.com/articles/tiny-mountain-town-eyes-new-gold-rush/
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2022-11-1205 min
CannabisTechHow Two Legacy Operators Are Changing the Technology Behind Cannabis DeliveryRead the full article on CannabisTech Media & Marketplace
After making nearly 1 million deliveries, this cannabis delivery company is changing the game.
"You want to control your own data, you want to control your own SEO, and you want to have the technology be nimble enough to launch new segments - to customize." At least, that's what Jessie May wants from any technology that supports cannabis delivery.
Jessie and her partner, Robert Spearin, are co-founders of Mountain Remedy, a cannabis delivery company in the Bay Area. Throughout making nearly a million deliveries, they experienced...
2022-10-2607 min
CannabisTechAspergillus Testing Now Required in Colorado CannabisAspergillus mold is all around us. According to the CDC, most people inhale a few Aspergillus spores daily without getting sick. However, of the approximately 180 species of Aspergillus, 40 of them can cause infections in humans. While most people have robust immune systems to help prevent aspergillosis infection, many medical cannabis patients may have pre-existing conditions which make them at risk for a potentially deadly fungal infection.
Read the full article at CannabisTech.
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2022-10-2606 min
CannabisTechPremium Cannabis: High Pricing for Top QualityAs discretionary funds shrink in most pockets, consumers find that both supermarket and dispensary shelves look sparser and more expensive than usual. Most habitual consumers may react by opting for more affordable cannabis products. But are affordable options becoming less available?
President of Veritas Fine Cannabis, Jon Spadafora, uncovers the connection between premium quality and premium pricing and just how consumers and producers are driving new market standards.
THE CONSUMER WANTS PREMIUM CANNABIS
Today, consumers have access to more varieties and higher quality cannabis flower, oil, and a growing range of alternative extracts. I...
2022-10-2405 min
CannabisTechNew Drug Delivery Tech for Enhanced Cannabis Edible ExperienceIn commercial cannabis, delivering a consistent experience is paramount for consumer loyalty. However, the complexities of edible production and unpredictable THC metabolization create certain challenges for edible manufacturers.
Now, factor in long onset times, inconsistent formulations, and consumer inexperience, and we end up with infamous stories of overconsumption like Maureen Dowd reported and the infamous “Pot Dad” from Omaha.
Day Three Labs hopes to simplify the equation using drug delivery technology developed in their pharmaceutical-grade lab in Israel. Cannabis Tech reached out to company CEO and Co-Founder Josh Rubin, based in Colorado, to discuss the ingr...
2022-10-2406 min
CannabisTechThe Rise of Minor Cannabinoids Sets New Market TrendsHemp-derived cannabinoids have gained a significant market share thanks to the 2018 Farm Bill and COVID-19. But CBD companies may ruin this progress with incompetent product creation.
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2022-10-1705 minCannabisTechDid you know how cannabis companies dispose of product waste?Cannabis companies must be careful how they dispose of their product waste because it could harm the environment. There are a few different ways that cannabis companies dispose of their product waste that are highlighted in this article.
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2022-10-1105 min
CannabisTechOld Solutions, New Problem: Hemp BioDieselRead the full article on CannabisTech.
With the looming threat of exploding energy prices choking Europe, the cannabis conversation becomes even more relevant. While medical and recreational cannabis continues to spread through the world, the industrial use of the plant, particularly that of BioDiesel, woefully lags.
DON’T WASTE FOOD USE CANNABIS WASTE FOR FUEL
One of the trickiest aspects of sourcing biofuel is that many suitable options, such as tallow, soy, and wheat, are staple food products. Due to this, many countries are slow to pursue these fuel options as...
2022-10-0704 min
CannabisTechCannabis Benefits Beyond ConsumptionRead the full article on Cannabistech.com.
When advocates first started the fight for legal cannabis, the argument centered on compassionate care for the patients. Yet, as the research and anecdotal stories proliferated on the internet, publications, writers, and influencers soon found themselves blocked, banned, and shoved back into the shadows thanks to Google algorithms, social media bots, and other digital censorship tools.
However, as legalization continues to spread from state to state with Federal changes on the cusp, it’s essential to look at how cannabis impacts other areas of our lives and communities. Ba...
2022-10-0104 min
CannabisTechMastering Light Recipes and Cannabis Grow SpectraRead the full article on CannabisTech
Ask any indoor cannabis grower how important their lighting formula is to the success of their harvest, and they're likely to say it can make or break a growing season. Growers also attest that a one size fits all approach to indoor cannabis grow lighting results in wasted energy and money.
When it comes down to it, every cannabis cultivar has individual needs and responds to the light they receive. Sativas, for instance, are generally thought to be more "light hungry" than indica cultivars. This creates an opportunity for...
2022-09-2610 min
CannabisTechCannabis Irrigation Technology for Each Growing MethodRead the full article on CannabisTech.......
There are a few mainstays within the cannabis industry when discussing cultivation methods. Organic, hydroponic, greenhouse, aquaponic, and aeroponic; the list also includes many variations and hybrid methodologies.
Location or cultivation methods do not change the basic needs of the cannabis plant. Providing plenty of light, water, and nutrients, combined with optimal temperatures and humidity levels, should provide a bountiful harvest. The differences come down to the delivery of these needs.
Environmental variables create deviations from one grow recipe to another; lights, temperature, and humidity levels need...
2022-09-2613 minCannabisTechWhat Women Bring to Cannabis - An Interview with Green Bee Botanicals Co-FoundersWomen-owned, women-led, and women-focused collaborations are the driving forces behind the success of Bridget May and Kim Howard of Green Bee Botanicals. Bringing a mindset of respect, integrity, and the old adage that a rising tide lifts all boats - these two childhood friends are focused on longevity and sustainable core values.
https://www.cannabistech.com/webcasts/a-tech-moment/what-women-bring-to-cannabis/
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2022-09-161h 03
CannabisTechBeyond Cannabinoids - Promising New Cannabis Compounds DiscoveredJuva-019 and Juva-042, non-cannabinoid compounds discovered by the researchers at Juva Life, prove the medical benefit of cannabis goes beyond cannabinoids.
Chronic inflammation is the root cause of dozens of diseases and conditions. However, modern medicine and pharmaceuticals aren’t always the best solutions. In 2020, drug overdoses reached an all-time high of 93,000 deaths. All across the world, researchers are looking for alternatives to NSAIDs and deadly opioid-based medicines.
With fingers in almost every aspect of the legal cannabis industry, Doug Chloupek has a long, extensive history in the world of cannabis. Today, as the CEO an...
2021-12-1833 min
CannabisTechHow IoT Technology is Keeping Cannabis ConnectedThe cannabis industry — all $21 billion of it according to BDSA — is increasingly a connected one. A technology known as the Internet of Things (IoT) is already connecting growers with their plants, retailers with regulators, and patients with their physicians.
By embedding cannabis technologies with sensors and software, this plant produces data points at an astronomical rate throughout the entire supply chain. From seed to sale to consumption, it's hard to deny the cannabis industry that runs on information gathered by IoT-driven platforms.
Originally published on https://www.cannabistech.com/articles/how-iot-technology-is-keeping-cannabis-connected/
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2021-12-0505 min
CannabisTechVapor Capture Technology: A Safer and Cleaner Cannabis ExtractMedicinal users have developed a more pharmaceutical approach when using cannabis as a course of treatment. Consistency, dosing, availability and potential health risks are all factors that medicinal users and producers must keep in mind. As for producers, some companies are taking this insight and working to develop pharmaceutical-grade products that can meet the specific needs of the user, as well as market demand.
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https://www.cannabistech.com/articles/a-safer-and-cleaner-extract-THC-CBD/
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2021-11-2605 min
CannabisTechTop 6 Benefits to Using Rosin Extraction Technology for Processing FacilitiesSolventless extractions are simple, efficient, and safe... and increasing in demand.
The North American legal cannabis market reportedly reached $12 billion in 2018, with the US market representing over $10 billion. By 2025, the global market is predicted to grow to a staggering $146.4 billion.
Cannabis processing facilities represent a vital part of this massive market, and as the sector grows, it is critical to have the right equipment in place. Using the best technology can make all the difference when it comes to taking advantage of new opportunities in this growing industry, standing out in an increasingly competitive market...
2021-11-2105 min
CannabisTechNew Vape Technology: 4 Devices that Ensure Safer Cannabis InhalationTechnology innovations in cannabis consumption look to solve a variety of problems.
In recent years, consumers have become more conscientious about the products they use. Whether we’re talking about foods and beverages, cosmetics and lotions, or tobacco, alcohol, and cannabis, consumers are becoming increasingly aware of what they’re putting into their bodies.
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2021-11-1210 min
CannabisTechFeeding Our Food: Can Hemp Be Fed to Livestock?Is it time to bring hemp back into livestock diets?
One of the massive resource-drains on our civilized world is livestock and the food which they consume. We spend billions of dollars annually producing feed for these animals, whether grass, corn, wheat, or oats. However, could the organic materials in hemp benefit our livestock even more than traditional grains?
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2021-11-1104 min
CannabisTechIncreased Interest in Cannabis Education Opens New Opportunities for UniversitiesEveryone is riding the wave of cannabis legislation, including places of higher education - but the question for many is - "Is it worth the investment?"
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2021-11-1006 minCannabisTechTaking Advantage of the Big Tech ExodusSilicon Valley is a bit quieter these days and big tech workers are looking for greener pastures.
At the beginning of the pandemic, the tech workforce - and a significant percentage of the world’s population - were asked to work from home. Nabis, a leading cannabis distribution platform in California, realizes that these employees are now both comfortable and productive while working remotely. Seizing the moment, Nabis is actively taking advantage of this shift in dynamics and recruiting tech workers to come to the cannabis industry.
Vince Ning, CEO of Nabis, left his position as...
2021-11-0832 minCannabisTechEd Rosenthal: Caution! Growing Cannabis is AddictiveEd Rosenthal is one of the living legends of the American Cannabis Industry. In this episode, Ed joins us to discuss the past, present, and future of cannabis - not just for home growers, but for anyone looking to join the industry or simply improve their cannabis operation.
https://www.cannabistech.com/webcasts/a-tech-moment/ed-rosenthal-caution-growing-cannabis-is-addictive/
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2021-11-0835 minCannabisTechWhole Plant vs. Whole Flower Hemp ProcessingJim Higdon, Author of "The Cornbread Mafia," Hemp Entrepreneur and former journalist is fed up with false marketing buzzwords in hemp. Explaining the "Whole Plant" vs. "Whole Flower" extraction differences with an orange juice analogy, Jim is hoping to help educate consumers about the broad range of products and deceptive marketing practices, and why many producers should reconsider their processes.
https://www.cannabistech.com/webcasts/a-tech-moment/whole-plant-vs.-flower-only-hemp-processing-for-cbd-production/
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2021-11-0833 minCannabisTechHigher Learning: Scholarships for Cannabis CreativityAnthony Dutcher, CMO at Veriheal, joins Kristina Etter to discuss the $20,000 in cannabis scholarships they gave away this year to innovative students passionate about cannabis technology and advances. In a growing trend, many companies benefiting from cannabis are finding new ways to give back to their communities and contribute to the greater good. From charity donations to research funding and more, cannabis is making a conscious effort to do things better.
Benzinga NYC Cannabis Conference: https://www.benzinga.com/events/cannabis/october-2021/
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2021-11-0829 min
CannabisTechHarvesting Cannabis – Is Wet or Dry Trimming Better?Trimming cannabis is a critical step in the process regardless of which method you choose. Learn about dry vs. wet trimming here!
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2021-11-0305 minCannabisTechVegetative vs Generative Growth: Crop Steering FundamentalsCrop steering is taking the indoor cannabis industry by storm. But the techniques and principles are not well-covered online and few can call themselves experts in the emerging cultivation technique. In crop steering, cultivators refer to the two main plant growth cycles as Vegetative and Generative growth.
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2021-11-0106 min
CannabisTechReap the Benefits with Crop Monitoring SystemsFear of technology, or technophobia, is common in many people. Some experts believe that we all suffer at least some level of anxiety when it comes to new tech. The cannabis industry, despite its relative youth, is no different.
Before the legal industry began, keeping a marijuana operation low-tech was intentional. The less traceability, the better, and technology leaves a data trail. In today’s world of regulated, commercial cannabis, technology is imperative. Maintaining absolute consistency in a highly regulated operation that requires seed-to-sale traceability with multiple environmental variables simply cannot be done on paper.
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2021-11-0105 minCannabisTechHow To Sell CBD Online: Tips & Best Practices ExplainedThe rush to sell CBD online is here, but it’s not as easy as you may think. Here are the top tips and best practices to success in 2021.
The CBD industry is booming with estimated US CBD sales to surpass $800 million this year alone. And there is no slowing in sight. By 2022, US CBD sales may reach $1.8 billion.
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2021-10-2003 min
CannabisTechWhat’s Interesting this Year in Cannabis IP and PatentsTo operate and invest in the cannabis sector in 2021, you must pay attention to who is holding and developing intellectual property.
Intellectual property (IP), patents, and trademarks were controversial among many OG players and trailblazers in the cannabis industry. Talk of patenting genetics and manufacturing flew in the face of what much of the advocacy stood for — better medicine and better access.
But, the cannabis industry is a much different beast than it was only a decade ago. With legalization quickly spreading and a market maturing, cannabis companies are getting competitive — which means refocusing on prot...
2021-10-1704 min
CannabisTechColorado Takes Giant Leap in Cannabis Vaping StandardsSince the 2019 Vape Crisis, the cannabis industry has eagerly anticipated new standards and regulations regarding the production of vape cartridges and devices. The first to enforce new rules, the Colorado Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED) announced new regulations for the production and sales of cannabis oils.
As of January 1, 2022, “each harvest batch and production batch of regulated marijuana concentrate in a vaporized delivery device must be tested for metals contamination via emissions testing” by an accredited laboratory, according to the statement of adoption released last year (CCR 212-3).
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2021-10-0904 min
CannabisTechNon-Cannabis CBD SourcingCBD isn't just for hemp and cannabis anymore.
Incredibly, CBD can be extracted from other plants besides cannabis and hemp. The discovery of non-cannabis CBD is poised to add a whole new sector to the CBD market. These products would provide all the same effects as regular CBD without THC and other unwanted compounds.
This would be a game-changer for regions where cannabis is completely illegal. It not only proves cannabinoids aren’t solely present in hemp and cannabis plants, but in terms of accessibility, non-cannabis CBD offers enormous benefits to consumers who may be su...
2021-10-0605 min
CannabisTechAmerican Cannabis Company, Inc. Receives Official Organic Materials Review Institute (OMRI) Certification For Its SoHum Living Soils® Product LineAmerican Cannabis Company, Inc. (OTCQB: AMMJ) (“ACC” or “Company”), a full-service business-to-business cannabis and hemp consulting solutions provider and licensed owner-operator is pleased to announce that its proprietary potting mix, SoHum Living Soils®, was recently awarded an official certification from the Organic Materials Review Institute (OMRI).
OMRI's mission is to provide the agricultural industry with peace of mind in knowing that quality materials are consistent and organic as a standard. This organization provided an independent review of SoHum Living Soils®, looking at each individual input that is intended for use in certified organic cultivation and production.
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2021-10-0303 min
CannabisTechTaking a Holistic Approach to Reduce Cannabis WasteWaste not want not is a universal rule that's valid even within industrial production. For cannabis and hemp, the often less desirable biomass left after harvest isn't a burden. With some craft, these leftover stalks, shucks, and leaves can turn from a hassle into bioplastics, hempcrete, and textile-grade fiber.
But first, the infrastructure needs to be built and farmers need to create the connections and processes to properly utilize the less desirable biomass.
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2021-09-3004 min
CannabisTechHow Technology is Re-Defining and Maintaining Consumer LoyaltyCannabis legalization has opened the door into a once very underground transaction, and technology solutions are seizing a rare opportunity. Modern technology, mass data collection, and a growing consumer base have created the perfect storm for marketers.
Cannabis businesses have a unique problem – an inability to advertise to the general public. While alcohol commercials and pharmaceutical ads plague social media, television, and even radio and billboards, cannabis businesses are restricted to extremely limited marketing options.
However, in 2020, the cannabis industry gained the “essential industry status.” In doing so, many states loosened restrictions and started allowing online...
2021-09-2806 min
CannabisTechThe Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference is BACKThe Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference is BACK on October 14-15 — live and in-person. Join us in New York City for two days of dealmaking.
About this event
CONNECT WITH THE BIGGEST NAMES IN CANNABIS
Meet the biggest cannabis industry players and make deals that will push the industry forward.
Featuring live company presentations, insider panels, and unmatched access to networking, the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference is where cannabis executives and entrepreneurs meet.
Join us live at the Marriott Marquis in New York City or tune in from anywhere using ou...
2021-09-2500 min
CannabisTechCultivation DehumidificationIn areas with less than desirable outdoor conditions, indoor cannabis grow houses are ideal. Growers gain control of the humidity levels, temperature, and lighting and can alter them to the precise needs of the plants to produce the healthiest growth possible, but creating these optimal environmental conditions is quite the balancing act.
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2021-09-2305 min
CannabisTechCannabis Industry Credentials to Revolutionize WorkforceGreen Flower Launches GF Institute with Leading Cannabis Employers to Create First Industry-Accepted Credentials
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2021-09-1804 min
CannabisTechInherent Dangers in Designer CannabinoidsAdvocates for cannabis and hemp legalization started their mission decades ago. Since then, hundreds have led the charge to change the stigmas and stereotypes associated with cannabis consumption and open the necessary pathways for the legal cultivation and production of these highly functional plants.
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2021-09-1711 min
CannabisTechTHC Isomer Found in Fiber HempRecently the major enantiomer, or paired molecule, of THC was found in samples of low-THC fiber hemp from Europe. Such a report isn't surprising considering how biochemical processes work. However, this finding could cause a legal ripple capable of sending the hemp industry back to 2019.
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2021-09-1705 min
CannabisTechRadicle Science and Open Book Extracts Announce New Alliance to Advance Consumer Trust and CBD Industry Validation.The alliance will accelerate development of tomorrow’s market-leading, scientifically validated CBD and cannabinoid products.
2021-09-1507 min
CannabisTechYour opportunity to discover the latest eCommerce, CBD/hemp, and wholesale tools, solutions and expertise has returned!Your opportunity to discover the latest eCommerce, CBD/hemp, and wholesale tools, solutions and expertise has returned!
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2021-09-1401 min
CannabisTechThe Value of Ultrasonic Extraction and EmulsificationSonication, or ultrasonication, is a soundwave technology widely used in biofuels, pharmaceuticals, wastewater processing, and other major industries. It's also necessary for nanoemulsions and other nanoparticle production — which might sound familiar as it's now widely used within the cannabidiol (CBD) sector too.
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2021-09-1306 minCannabisTechThe Most Powerful Technology Enabler in CannabisIf I could narrow down how technology can help cannabis businesses the most, it would have to be the unique ability of technology to expose what you don’t know. Technology is uniquely capable of taking data and turning it into valuable information that can be used to make decisions.
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2021-09-1114 minCannabisTechNon-Toxic Crop Management Technology and Best Practices for GrowersCannabis cultivators are tasked with two monumental challenges: eradicate pathogens that threaten their yield, and implement crop management and antimicrobial solutions that are safe, effective, and compliant with state regulations.
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2021-09-0305 minCannabisTechLatest Developments in Non-Toxic Crop Management Technology and Best Practices for Growers Awesome ProjectSonication, or ultrasonication, is a soundwave technology widely used in biofuels, pharmaceuticals, wastewater processing, and other major industries. It's also necessary for nanoemulsions and other nanoparticle production — which might sound familiar as it's now widely used within the cannabidiol (CBD) sector too.
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2021-09-0205 min
CannabisTechA Vested Interest: A Recipe for Success in Cannabis ConsultingThe audio version of this article is sponsored by The Cultivation System.
In traditional models, hiring a consulting firm to help improve your cannabis operation meant signing a contract and paying a fee for advice specific to your operation. The process often starts with bringing in experts who evaluate the existing processes and equipment, design the best recipe for the facility to flourish, and then they walk away, leaving it up to the grower to follow the plan.
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2021-09-0108 minCannabisTechFighting Fires: Help for West Coast Cannabis FarmersWhen an industry is taxed the most and helped the least, it takes a community to help when disaster strikes.
Well-known cannabis expert is donating $500,000 to cannabis farmers who were devastated by the 2020 wildfires. Giving back to those from which he has built his success is not only good business but also an excellent overall philosophy.
“Big Mike” Straumietis is the co-founder and CEO of industry giant Advanced Nutrients and cannabis tycoon. Combining decades of expertise in horticulture and marketing with an unrelenting passion for growing cannabis, he built an empire. At the heart of it...
2021-06-2116 minCannabisTechPartners in ResearchValidation of natural health products is taking place for the first time in history. Radicle Science is reinventing the norm in pharmaceutical and academic research models, providing stringent health outcome data at a fraction of the time and cost. Female-led supplement brand Rae Wellness has partnered with them to prove the science behind CBD, focusing on women's health. Both companies see the benefit of more comprehensive and data derived from this virtual, direct-to-consumer approach to research.
Dr. Jeff Chen is the CEO and Co-Founder of Radicle Science. He was the Founder and former Director of the UCLA...
2021-06-1646 minCannabisTech3 Roadblocks in Cannabis InvestingIn this episode of A Tech Moment, Matt Carr, Chief Trends Strategist at the Oxford Club discusses his recent article on Profit Trends, regarding the top 3 obstacles still plaguing the cannabis industry - all of which will virtually disappear with federal legalization. Watch the video on YouTube or read the summary at CannabisTech.com.
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2021-06-0120 minCannabisTechPanXchange Hemp Market Report - April 2021Seth Boone, Vice President of Business Development with PanXchange, sheds light on incomplete, unfocused data on planted hemp acreages, increased efficiency creating higher yields, and if the potential for producers is best in distillates, smokable flower, or Delta-8 products.
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2021-04-2222 minCannabisTechWaving the Caution Flag on the Race for Delta-8 THCJosh Swider, CEO and Co-Founder of Infinite CAL tested over 2,000 samples of Delta-8 THC products in 2020 - the results were concerning. Like the early days of CBD with mislabeling, or the early days of cannabis concentrates littered with poor chemistry - new kid on the block, lab-made Delta-8 THC has some growing pains to overcome, too. From high levels of Delta-9 THC to completely unidentified contaminants - some of the most respected labs in the nation are reminding consumers about due diligence and cautioning producers about potential hazards with their processes.
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2021-04-1932 minCannabisTechBlending Science into Cannabis EdiblesStillwater Brands, Keith Woelfel, and Caliper Foods', Drew Hathaway, talk about the development of Ripple dissolvables and gummies, nanoemulsion, and the science behind proving the efficiency of nano-cannabinoid formulation and precision dosing.
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2021-04-1332 minCannabisTechQuality Cannabis Starts With Consistent ConditionsMaintaining a consistent environment is the key to growing quality, high-cannabinoid cannabis. Pitfalls with HVAC solutions can spell disaster for legally licensed commercial cannabis. In this March 2021 podcast, Cannabis Tech spoke with Justin Barnes and Marshall Kauffman, Account Executives from Trane® about the considerations. Learn how Trane is stepping into the cannabis industry to help bring more than 100 years of expertise to growers all across the nation.
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2021-04-0934 minCannabisTechThe Potential for Hemp is Out of this WorldWill Kleidon, Founder and CEO of Ojai Energetics, cannabis IP, and the first Public Benefits Corporation in the cannabis space, understands that a triple bottom line is good for the planet and beyond.
Known as an award-winning pioneer responsible for the innovative and sustainable commercialization of cannabis, Will Kleidon founded Ojai Energetics back in 2014. Since that time, this futurist of cannabis technology has successfully cracked the code of CBD, leading to the development of a robust IP catalog including the antidote to THC intoxication, generating supercapacitors from hemp, and 30-second acting edibles.
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2021-03-2440 minCannabisTech4-Real? B-Real Talks Tech on Cannabis TechCypress Hill's lead-man, B-Real, discusses how the cannabis industry and its technology have evolved, collaborating with G-Pen for consumer electronics and Dr. Greenthumb becoming an MSO.
B-Real has lyrically promoted the cannabis culture for three decades as one of the frontmen for hip-hop group Cypress Hill. Taking his love of cultivation from the backyard to full-scale cannabis grow operation with multiple retail locations, now including a line of consumer electronics, certainly hasn't come without its challenges. That's not stopping Dr. Greenthumb from looking towards the future and across state lines.
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2021-03-2329 minCannabisTechSupporting Women in CannabisContinuing our theme for International Women's Day, Kim Kovacs from Arcview joins us to discuss the need to support one another, the importance of maintaining diversity, and where opportunities in the cannabis sector are for women.
Having been an active angel investor for years, involved with Golden Seeds, Kim Kovacs also co-founded several companies, as well as being the Founder and former CEO of MyJane, a wellness technology platform for women. Bringing over twenty years of executive leadership and experience from investment companies and across technology services, Kovacs took the reins at Arcview in January of 2020.
2021-03-1030 minCannabisTechCelebrating International Women’s Day with Shanel Lindsay of Ardent CannabisMarch is International Women's Month. As we contemplated women working in the cannabis sector, the very first person we wanted to connect with was Shanel Lindsay, Founder & CEO of Ardent Cannabis.
Ardent Cannabis is a Boston-based biotech and medical cannabis device company, most famous for developing a laboratory-grade precision decarboxylator for medical cannabis patients. The Ardent Nova (and now the FX) helps consumers perfect and refine the decarboxylation process to deliver consistent results every time.
In the latest episode of the Cannabis Tech podcast, Lindsay shares her journey as the female founder of a cannabis...
2021-03-0941 minCannabisTechA Trio of Expertise: Solving Cannabis Drying ChallengesINTEGRATED DRYING SYSTEM FOR COMMERCIAL CANNABIS AND HEMP
With over 150 years of combined experience between the three equipment providers, their new hemp drying and processing equipment offer the integrated solution producers require for safe, efficient operation.
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2021-02-0549 minCannabisTechPanXchange 2020 Year End Hemp Market ReportIn this podcast, PanXchange CEO, Julie Lerner, discusses the last Hemp Market report of 2020, where she maintains a conservative perspective on the price of CBD and hemp extracts. She says, “We wouldn’t price wheat based on bags of flour on the shelves at Safeway,” likewise CBD extracts need a better gauge for the market.
3 SCENARIOS IMPACTING HEMP MARKET PRICES
Lerner discusses three scenarios they use at PanXchange to analyze the markets today, as well as her predictions for the coming year.
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2021-01-1217 minCannabisTechMoving Forward - Cannabis Investing Outlook for 2021Matt Carr, Chief Trends Strategist at the Oxford Club joins host, Kristina Etter for a first of the year outlook on investing in cannabis. With 5 new states voting to legalize, there's definitely one clear winner in the 2020 election - cannabis. And the future looks bright for the cannabis industry.
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2021-01-0129 minCannabisTechGreenhouse Operation Merges Mother Nature & TechnologyGraham Farrar at the Glass House Group talks about greenhouse technology and his mission to blend his technology mindset into a sustainable cannabis operation.
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2020-12-1835 minCannabisTechPlant Medicine Expands into New RealmsFrom Cannabis to Mycology, Damon Michaels of Mydecine talks about his transition with Genifer Murray on Inside the Industry.
If the 2020 US election demonstrated anything, it's the growing appetite for natural medicines like cannabis and fungi. The fact that Oregon's legalization of psychedelic mushrooms received more positive media attention than most other than any other state ballot measures voted on during the election says a lot about the direction Americans want to go in the coming years.
Riding this wave of excitement, Gennifer Murray sat down with Damon Michaels, Founder and Chief Operating Officer of...
2020-12-0844 minCannabisTechGetting Ahead of the Curve: Energy Rebates & Incentives for Cannabis OperationsAct now, these programs won't last forever!
With cannabis science finally getting daytime acceptance, incentives for energy efficiency are coming into play. While it may be intimidating to reveal sensitive information about operations, doing so saves cultivators across the country hundreds of thousands of dollars in new programs meant to improve efficiency in the cannabis industry.
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2020-12-0456 minCannabisTechPanXchange Hemp Market Reports – November 2020In this month’s PanXchange episode, Tom Dermody, Senior Market Analyst at PanXchange, steps in for RJ Hopp to discuss developments in the hemp markets.
Tom brings a wealth of experience in the hemp industry and currently responsible for hemp grain and the true hemp market – stalks, fiber, or hurd that will be processed into products. He helps determine what the value is in a particular hemp-based product.
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2020-12-0323 minCannabisTechInside the Industry with Tyler Beuerlein with HypurBanks Require Transparency in Cannabis
Banking options have always been sort of a "pipe dream" for businesses operating in the legal cannabis industry. However, in this interview, Genifer Murray discusses banking and cannabis with the pros. Tyler Beuerlein, CEO of Hypur, walks through the nuances, challenges, and requirements for banking in the cannabis industry.
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2020-10-2336 minCannabisTechPanXchange Hemp Market Reports – October 2020In this month’s podcast with PanXchange, join RJ Hopp, Director of Hemp Markets and host, Kristina Etter for a discussion regarding the state of hemp markets across the United States. In this episode, Hopp touches base on a variety of hemp topics including:
In what areas of hemp production are you seeing the most promise? Is the market growing more for smokeable hemp products? CBD? Seed? Textiles?
Have there been any significant developments with USDA regulations and hemp consumables?
We also talk about the 2019/2020 hemp acreage contrast. What a difference a year can make.
How are the fi...
2020-10-2014 minCannabisTechA Tech Moment: A Pandemic, Politics, and Investing in CannabisMatt Carr from the Oxford Club joins host, Kristina Etter, to discuss the fine line an industry must walk when it resides somewhere between federally illegal and state essential during a pandemic.
The economic potential for the cannabis industry moving forward is limitless... but what role will the election play for the cannabis industry? Can voters make a difference this year? With five states adding marijuana legalization to the ballot, Carr thinks it's only a matter of time, but that the Senate election carries most of the weight.
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2020-10-0722 minCannabisTechInside the Industry with Jeffrey Raber, Founder of The Werc ShopJoin Jeffrey Raber and Genifer Murray for a discussion about testing standardization, vape formulations, and the rise of Delta-8 THC.
Although testing was not always a requirement for cannabis, it has always been a benefit. Revealing and reliable information benefits customers and producers alike as it leads to better products and safer customers.
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2020-10-0147 minCannabisTechPanXchange Hemp Market Report - September 2020With little question, 2020 has been a challenging year for nearly everyone, and the hemp markets are no exception. From extreme weather to unstable legal status, this year’s tumultuous environment brings many unknowns to hemp producers.
Extreme Weather Making an Impact
In this episode of A Tech Moment, we talk about the wild weather changes across the nation. From fires to hurricanes, derechos to summer snow, hemp cultivators all across the US are seeing the impacts of climate change. Hopp shares his insight into how these severe weather conditions could indicate a significant drop in ha...
2020-09-1715 minCannabisTechCultivate! Satellite Imagery for Hemp FarmersWith acres and acres of hemp, many farmers probably wish they could get a bird's eye view of their crops. In this episode of Cultivate, Genifer Murray speaks with Ramin Azar from Planetary Remote Sensing about the options available for hemp farmers and the incredible technology offered through satellite imagery.
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2020-08-3133 min
CannabisTechA Tech Moment: Teaming Up with Tyson - Celebrity Influence in Cannabis TechnologyChris Kanik, CEO of Smart Cups and Rob Hickman, CEO of Tyson Ranch, talk about joining forces to introduce innovations in cannabis beverages with incredible, 3D printing technology!
Kanik reminds us that innovative ideas can pop up anywhere - even at a Taco Tuesday. Meanwhile, Hickman knows the value of a celebrity platform. Together these two companies promise a forthcoming product lineup with a one, two knock-out punch of celebrity endorsements.
Don't forget to watch Tyson's return to the ring next month, too!
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2020-08-1421 minCannabisTechPanXchange Hemp Market Report - August 2020With the majority of hemp crops grown outdoors, hemp farmers must contend with the whims of Mother Nature. From the humidity in the South causing blight to the hailstorms across Colorado, RJ Hopp, Director of Hemp Markets at PanXchange, reminds us in this podcast that weather conditions play a significant role in hemp cultivation.
Additionally, as legalization continues to press forward, policies and regulations are starting to inch ahead as well. In PanXchange’s Hemp Market Report, Hopp discusses the advances and changes being made by the FDA regarding hemp-derived cannabinoid products.
What about hemp-derived TH...
2020-08-1013 minCannabisTechReflections on Success in Cannabis EdiblesGenifer Murray sits down with John Garrison, Co-Founder of Mountain High Suckers to discuss their journey in the Colorado edible market.
Regardless of what segment of the cannabis industry, achieving success comes with a myriad of roadblocks, challenges, and hurdles. John Garrison, CEO & Co-Founder of Mountain High Suckers knows just what a struggle that journey can be. Although all industries have their nuances, the cannabis industry can be especially difficult to navigate. From maintaining solid partnerships to adhering to quality standards and the muddy waters of cannabis compliance, Garrison knows a thing or two about the complexities...
2020-07-3026 minCannabisTechA Tech Moment: Investing in Cannabis & TechnologyIn this episode of A Tech Moment, Kristina Etter discusses investing in cannabis with Matt Carr, Chief Trends Strategist at the Oxford Club, about how cannabis is emerging as a legitimate and lucrative investment option.
Like many of us in the cannabis industry, Carr once knew someone who used cannabis as an alternative therapy for a debilitating disease. Although that was years ago, he explains this was his “a-ha moment” that there were valid medicinal properties to this misunderstood herb.
Carr discusses the irony of what can change in a decade, as ten years ago, we w...
2020-07-1636 min
CannabisTechPanXchange Hemp Market Report - July 2020RJ Hopp from PanXchange talks about Hemp Market fluctuations, as well as, market expansion with a rise in smokable hemp, Delta-8-THC, and animal feedstock.
In this month’s discussion with PanXchange, RJ Hopp, Director of Hemp Markets talks about the natural state of commodities as it relates to the hemp market. He reassures listeners that a summer lull is relatively common in all commodities, and then talks about market expansion opportunities he’s seeing on the rise.
Smokable hemp has had a rough road in many states, but is gaining ground and popularity as more...
2020-07-1016 min
CannabisTechCultivate! Watching an Industry Mature: A Discussion Between Cannabis PioneersGenifer Murray hosts Joe Hodas of Wana Brands to discuss industry progress, the Last Prisoner Project, and what the future holds for legal cannabis.
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2020-06-2442 min
CannabisTechCultivate! Why Cannabis and CBD Brands Need InfluencersGenifer Murray recently spoke with Courtney Wu, CEO, and co-founder of AMNESIA, an influencer marketing platform powered by Compliance AI explicitly for the CBD and cannabis sectors. For anyone in the industry who has written off influencers as a marketing tactic or have so many questions they don’t know where to start, their conversation is illuminating. It highlights precisely how thoughtful and effective strategies can produce real returns and ultimately build powerful brand loyalty.
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2020-06-1749 min
CannabisTechA Tech Moment: DNA Analysis - A Roadmap for Cannabis SafetyKristina Etter, Editorial Director for Cannabis Tech, spoke with Len May, CEO & Founder of EndoCanna Health, for A Tech Moment, following her own endocannabinoid genetic testing. May and the team at EndoCanna are using DNA technology to make cannabis a truly personalized medicine.
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2020-06-1555 min
CannabisTechPanXchange Hemp Market Report - June 2020RJ Hopp, Director of Hemp Markets at PanXchange returns for our monthly segment covering the wild, wild west of the modern hemp market.
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2020-06-1208 min
CannabisTechCultivate! Cannabinoid Supplements: Delivery, Compliance and ClaimsIn this episode of Cultivate, Genifer Murray talks cannabinoid supplements, delivery, and toxic metals with Dr. Shade, CEO of QuickSilver Scientific.
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2020-06-0936 min
CannabisTechCultivate! From Frustration to Forerunner: Gail Rand's Journey to Legal CannabisIn this episode of Cultivate, our podcast host, Genifer Murray speaks with Gail Rand of grand consulting about her transformation from a frustrated mom trying to find help for her son to cannabis business advisor and advocate.
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2020-06-0434 min
CannabisTechPanXchange Hemp Market Report - May 2020In this episode, we talk with RJ Hopp, Director of Hemp Markets about the hemp market fluctuations, declining hemp licenses, and the outlook in industrial hemp futures.
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2020-05-2312 min
CannabisTechPanXchange: Hemp Market Report - March 2020RJ Hopp, Director of Hemp Markets at PanXchange, spoke with Kristina Etter, editor of Cannabis Tech, in the first episode of a new, joint-monthly podcast, "A Tech Moment: PanXchange Hemp Market Report."
PanXchange delivers insights into the commodities markets, and following the 2018 US Farm Bill, they now cover hemp. The monthly hemp report provides reporting on hemp pricing in five key markets: Oregon, Colorado, Kentucky, and the recently added Great Plains and Northeast. The platform tracks several key commodities, including biomass, winterized crude oil, full-spectrum distillate, broad-spectrum distillate, and cannabidiol (CBD) isolate.
Each monthly report...
2020-04-0114 minCannabisTechA Tech Moment: Sifting For Heavy Metals In Colorado CannabisAfter facing a national health crisis with the vape epidemic, the American cannabis industry earned a plethora of fair criticism. With products such as vitamin e acetate sold as healthy cutting agents on the market mere years ago, it’s paramount to upkeep a standard for testing and policing products as an industry.
NEW HEAVY METAL TESTING REQUIREMENTS IN COLORADO
“From molds to microbials, pesticides, and heavy metals, cannabis products can contain a wide variety of products if we’re not careful in how these products are tested,” Kristina Etter of Cannabis Tech said. In this Tec...
2020-03-1612 minCannabisTechA Tech Moment: Unique Vape Buy-Back Program Provides Powerful InsightsTest results are in... nearly 80% of illicit vape cartridges deemed unfit for consumption.
From cyanide to lead, a global vaping crisis requires more than one contaminant. Unfortunately, due to a lack of regulatory agencies willing to process cannabis, and a lack of research, consumers are not armed with a plethora of information concerning cannabis vapor products. Infinite CAL recently partnered up with companies Platinum Vape and Mankind Dispensary in San Diego, CA, to test black market vapes that were collected during their innovative buyback program. The program exchanged black market products for a Platinum Vape cartridge to...
2020-02-1011 min
CannabisTechA Tech Moment: Sixth Wave Innovation Introduces Affinity™Starting with the industrial revolution and arriving at the current state of technology, there have been six waves of innovation. What began with industrialization has resulted in scientific advancements such as nanotechnology. Producers will save time and money by working with Sixth Wave, a nanotechnology company with lucrative patents concerning gold and cannabis extraction. They specialize in detection and extraction methods that prove chromatography is no longer an ideal solution for either process.
SIXTH WAVE'S AFFINITY™ IS POISED TO OUT-PERFORM CHROMATOGRAPHY
Recently coming out secrecy, Sixth Wave has announced Affinity™, their new cannabinoid separation and purificat...
2020-01-2358 min
CannabisTechA Tech Moment: Controlling the StenchLet’s face it, not everyone loves the smell of cannabis.
In this Tech Moment, we sat down with Autumn Shelton and Hanna Brand, co-owners of Autumn Brands. Over a century ago, Autumn Brands family was still growing flowers, but back then, the flowers they sold were tulips. Today, their crop is a little more controversial.
This Santa Barbra based, fifty-percent women-owned coastal cannabis cultivator places great emphasis on naturally grown crops. Throughout their farms, they avoid the use of pesticides and other chemicals that are unideal for human consumption. Additionally, as community stewards, when their...
2019-10-0714 min
CannabisTechA Tech Moment with Kyle Sherman, CEO of FlowhubMore than your average CEO, as a lobbyist and advocate, Kyle Sherman is changing the narrative.
Cannabis Tech had the opportunity to sit down with Kyle Sherman, CEO, and Founder, of Flowhub. This daring software company went from being operated out of a garage in 2015 to the first company to launch mobile retail apps in the cannabis industry.
After spending time as a compliance officer, Sherman made it his mission to enable cannabis legalization nationally, and for him and his company, that meant making a more transparent industry.
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2019-09-2616 min
CannabisTechA Tech Moment: Paragon Processing Provides Crop-Saving Services for Hemp FarmersParagon Processing continues to innovate solutions to help hemp farmers across the nation from losing valuable biomass.
Several weeks ago, Cannabis Tech had the opportunity to tour Paragon Processing’s massive facility in southern Colorado. Designed to help farmers post-harvest, the massive, 256,000 square foot facility can accommodate 20 million pounds of hemp biomass in a climate-controlled environment that helps protect the product from molds, mildews, and other contamination factors.
In this episode of A Tech Moment, we get a few minutes with Billy Chavis, Partner and Lead Process Engineer at Paragon, to talk about their facility an...
2019-09-2309 minCannabisTechA Tech Moment: MedPharm Moves Toward Federal ApprovalAn interview with Albert Gutierrez, CEO of MedPharm, discussing recent movements by the DEA to move forward with medical cannabis research.
In light of the DEAs recently announcement to start processing new cannabis research applications, Cannabis Tech sat down with Albert Gutierrez, the CEO of MedPharm Research, a leader in cannabis research and formulation development, who has recently received notice that they are one of 32 applicants selected to move forward in the process.
Recently, in the wake of Dr. Sue Sisley’s lawsuit against the DEA, the federal government has been moving forward by approving co...
2019-09-0311 minCannabisTechA Tech Moment: Gavin Kogan Discusses Entering the Cannabis Industryhis week on A Tech Moment, Gavin Kogan of Grupo Flor spoke with Cannabis Tech’s Kristina Etter. Kogan, Chairman of the Board at Grupo Flor and currently working as VP of Government Affairs, is a fierce advocate for entrepreneurs in cannabis. His opinion, however, does not come without caveats.
It's this view detailed within his recent article for GreenEntrepreneur, "Cannabis: The Afghanistan of Entrepreneurs?" that sets him apart from the current flood of traditional executives transitioning to cannabis.
Kogan's career before launching Grupo Flor was as an attorney. He fell into cannabis almost by ac...
2019-08-2424 minCannabisTechA Tech Moment: Quality Assurance Across the Cannabis Supply ChainCree Crawford, President of Ionization Labs, discusses the importance for quality testing throughout the cannabis supply chain.
Testing in cannabis remains clunky, complicated, and expensive. As cultivators and producers know all-too-well, testing for potency is a process in need of modernization. Ionization Labs, the brainchild of Cree Crawford, who was a former cultivator himself, addresses this dilemma head-on.
Their first product, the Cann-ID, is "The first affordable, highly scalable, accurate, and simple to use in-house marijuana and hemp testing unit." No more cumbersome and overly technical laboratory testing equipment, the Cann-ID has simplified the process...
2019-07-3013 min