Independent pesticide enforcement announced by WSDA.
The Washington State Department of Agriculture confirmed in an email distributed through their new listserv that they recently began conducting routine unannounced pesticide inspections at cannabis grow facilities. During these visits the Department of Agriculture may or may not be accompanied by the liquor and cannabis board. They warn that if pesticide violations are found…
Read MoreWashington backs off ban of marijuana infused edibles
The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis board clarified their position on marijuana infused edibles during a webinar presented on December 18th. In a reversal of their original proclamation, the agency is no longer going to ban certain types of edibles like gummies or hard candies. Instead they will focus on limiting the shape, color, and…
Read MoreDecember 1 brings new Washington State Cannabis rules. Are you ready?
Are you ready for the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board rule changes going into effect later this week? There are a number of rule refinements coming into effect on December 1st as a result of legislative action in 2017 and 2018. It is important to understand how these changes could affect your operation. (Recently…
Read MoreMandatory pesticide testing is coming to Washington State. Are you ready?
Following the lead of other Adult Use markets like Oregon and Colorado, the Washington Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB) is on track to create new rules that would implement pesticide and heavy metal testing for all marijuana product sold in the Washington marketplace. The public comment period for the rule making closed on Oct. 24th,…
Read MorePesticide results show the need for better practices in growing Washington cannabis industry
An article was published in the Stranger on Oct. 29th Stranger Article that pointed out WSDA testing has found illegal or inappropriate levels of pesticides in more than 40% of the nearly 400 samples tested from the Washington cannabis marketplace. These results included both pesticides not allowed for use on cannabis in Washington and high…
Read MoreLemonhaze 2018 celebrates Washington cannabis industry
The two-day cannabis and comedy festival at the Tacoma Dome was the first I-502 convention focused on the employees and licensed companies that make up the Washington state industry. Employees of I-502 licensee could register and attend for free and this brought many from all over the state to join in the celebration. The all…
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