CannaSafe

Fun fact: CA was one of the first states to outlaw cannabis in 1913. Ironically, CA then became the very first state to legalize medical cannabis, setting off a chain of legalization across the country. We can't wait to see how CA's cannabis industry continues to advance!

These words from our Chief Science Officer Ini Afia perfectly set the tone for our future outlook. We’re excited to continue learning, innovating, and adapting to an ever-evolving industry.

Last month, the DEA proposed increasing the quota of cannabis for research by 60% & doubling the production of cannabis extract. Increased research opportunities mean a more robust understanding of the plant, its application, and its benefits.

We're honoring #VeteransDay today by taking a moment to thank all of those who have served or are currently serving in the United States Armed Forces. Thank you for your commitment to our country.

Hop Latent Viroid (HLVd) is a plant pathogen plaguing cannabis farmers in CA, reducing yield & potency of the flower. HLVd is difficult to detect in the growing stages, making it easy for the virus to spread to an entire crop. More via @BeardBrosPharms: bit.ly/3lJK468

Happy Halloween from all of us at CannaSafe! We hope you have a spook-tacular day filled with cannabis-infused treats!

It’s #NationalChocolateDay, so we're taking a moment to celebrate all of the cannabis-infused chocolates on the market. At CannaSafe, we test chocolate cannabis edibles for numerous clients, & our testing ensures that consumers receive safe, reliable products for consumption.

A recent study found that baby food contaminated with heavy metals made it to the shelves. Baby food shouldn't have more lax testing than cannabis! We advocate for comprehensive regulations for all consumer products. More via @CNN: cnn.it/3B9XGwP

While cannabis is a regular commodity here in CA, it remains federally illegal. However, a majority of Americans support the federal legalization of cannabis, suggesting that a move toward national legalization may be in the works. More via @FlowhubCo: bit.ly/3BBgWDr

Earlier this month, @SocialImpactCtr & @expungementwork used our lab facility to help the justice-experienced community with their records. We encourage other cannabis businesses to take part in similar advocacy work!

It’s #NationalBossesDay, & we’re celebrating our CannaSafe leadership team who pave the way in testing innovations. Check out this article about the CannaSafe leadership team and their future goals and aspirations for the organization. bit.ly/3AoAdqv

Does smoking cannabis have the same negative health implications as smoking tobacco? A recent study found that cannabis is a much less damaging option than tobacco. More via National Center for Biotechnology Information: bit.ly/3DjQizu

Can you believe we've been in business for 10 years? 

Over the last decade, we've led the charge in innovation with our value-added testing services like stability testing, HLVd, microextraction, & more. Swipe to see how our lab has changed over the years!

Did you know that cannabis can help to manage the side effects of breast cancer treatment? Patient surveys show that 75% of those using medical cannabis found it to be very or extremely helpful. More via @breastcancerorg: bit.ly/2WldcXB #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth

There’s less than one week left to register for the annual @ACILnews meeting! Join industry experts for the Cannabis Working Group Session on 10/12 & listen to cannabis discussions as it relates to medicine, business, and more. Learn more & register: bit.ly/3umdfyT

“Consumers can avoid mold exposure [on cannabis] by ensuring they are buying from licensed dispensaries and asking for the certificates of analyses from accredited state labs,” says CannaSafe’s Chief Science Officer Ini Afia. More via @TheEmeraldNews: bit.ly/3lJcqfN

The @US_FDA & @CDCgov are continuing to warn consumers of the dangers of unregulated delta-8 THC, which has caused adverse side effects in users. The dangers of unregulated delta-8 THC further demonstrate why cannabis testing services are critical in keeping consumers safe.

The 81st Annual @ACILnews Meeting is being held from 10/12-10/14. On 10/12, there will be a Cannabis Working Group Panel & Session where you will have the opportunity to learn about industry issues & opportunities. Early Bird Registration ends 10/1. 
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Have a cannabis conviction & not sure if it’s been expunged or sealed? Fill out this form: bit.ly/3oasBFt To those cannabis industry professionals who want to see more positive change like this, reach out to felica@thesocialimpactcenter.org to donate and offer support.

DA @GeorgeGascon, with support from @SocialImpactCtr, will dismiss nearly 60K cannabis convictions just in time for National Expungement Week, a community-driven event aiding justice-experienced individuals as they expunge, clear, or seal their records.