Post-Recall Roadmap: Next Steps for Cannabis Brands
Actionable steps to help brands address recalls, rebuild reputations, and safeguard future products. Cannabis recalls are soaring across the U.S., creating an inflection point for brands facing intense scrutiny. In California, recalls surged to 23 cases in just the first half of 2024—almost triple the previous two years combined. Missouri issued two massive recalls this […]
Post-Packaging Cannabis Remediation: Is It Feasible?
Sure, post-packaging cannabis remediation is possible—but it will set your business back in more ways than one. Key Takeaways: Pre-packaging decontamination helps you achieve a cannabis product that is clean and compliant before it hits the market. Regulatory compliance is non-negotiable in the cannabis industry, and pre-packaging decontamination helps you meet stringent standards and maintain […]
A Bulletproof Checklist: Ensuring Your Cannabis Clears Tests
Keep your team on track from pre-harvest preparation, through cannabis decontamination. Cannabis cultivation is tough, especially with safety and regulatory standards getting stricter every day. As the industry booms—and federal legalization seems inevitable—the call for clean, mold-free cannabis becomes louder and louder. Just look at what happened to The Flower Shop in Arizona: Their Onion […]
Aspergillosis: Cannabis’s Stealthy Assassin
After a recent high-profile case of cannabis contamination, it’s time we examine the dreaded Aspergillus mold. Key Takeaways: Aspergillosis refers to the contamination of cannabis plants and products by Aspergillus mold, which thrives in soil and can easily migrate to and affect cannabis under suitable conditions. This mold poses serious health risks and can lead […]
The Silent Threat: Consequences of Selling Contaminated Cannabis
When cannabis is compromised by contaminants, it can wreak havoc on your reputation, operations, and your bottom line. Author: Jeff Adams, Managing Director at XRpure Key Takeaways: Keeping teams up-to-date with the latest safety standards, cultivation techniques, and regulatory changes is foundational to maintaining high safety and quality levels in cannabis products. Implementing structured testing […]
Remediation or Decontamination? Unraveling the Cannabis Conundrum
Understand how remediation tackles failed tests while decontamination offers a proactive layer of protection. Key Takeaways: The use of cutting-edge cannabis technology, including specialized machinery for mold remediation and decontamination, marks a significant step toward enhancing the purity and safety of cannabis products. Remediation and decontamination are essential processes in the cannabis industry. Each serves […]
The Ultimate Guide to Cannabis Decontamination Solutions
Evaluating X-ray, dry heat, UV light, and more to identify the most efficient, safe, and compliant cannabis decontamination method. Key Takeaways: Cannabis decontamination can be achieved through various methods, including X-ray, dry heat, gamma ray radiation, ozone treatment, UV light, and more. Each one has unique advantages and applications. Among all decontamination methods, X-ray technology […]
The Great Showdown: Analyzing Cannabis Mold Countermeasures
XRpure’s comprehensive guide to understanding and combating mold in cannabis cultivation. Cannabis cultivation faces a significant challenge in mold prevention and treatment. Mold, a serious threat to both crop quality and consumer safety, requires effective countermeasures. Traditional methods, including chemical treatments and controlled environmental conditions, have their pros and cons, impacting everything from potency to […]
Deciphering the Culprits: 10 Triggers for Cannabis Mold
Knowing what sets mold into action is the only way to prevent its proliferation in your cannabis cultivation grow room. Cannabis mold, a fungus that thrives in moist conditions, can harm plants and pose health risks. It includes bud rot, powdery mildew, and Aspergillus, which reduce product quality and compromise safety. Prevent mold with proper […]
Moldy Cannabis Crop: Is it a Total Loss?
Discover strategies for the detection, management, and prevention of mold in cannabis cultivation. Mold in commercial cannabis cultivation poses serious challenges, impacting consumer health and regulatory compliance. This article delves into effective strategies for mold detection, management, and prevention, emphasizing the importance of timely action. It also explores how advanced technologies, particularly XRpure’s solutions, can […]
