Accurate Lab Testing Leads To Safer Cannabis Experiences
Budtenders and other front-facing workers in the cannabis industry know all too well that consumers ask questions about lab testing around the plant. This critical function helps protect public safety and promote responsible consumption. So, what are we really testing for and how valid are the results? Let’s take a deeper look. Lab Testing All […]
Could National Legalization of Cannabis Finally Be Coming? Perhaps
There may be some real progress happening towards national legalization of cannabis, ending the century long prohibition. In August 2022, the National Conference of State Legislators revised a policy measure for cannabis legalization with banking reform originally drafted in 2018, moving the country one step closer to descheduling cannabis at a federal level. According to […]
It’s Not Just THC
Our team at Cannabis Trainers hears almost daily through our various training sessions questions around potency of cannabis and cannabis-infused products. In fact, we have a whole section dedicated to helping our budtenders, dispensary agents, and any other front-facing cannabis industry employees speak to customers about responsible consumption, including potency possibilities. The most common question […]
What Are Acidic Cannabinoids?
We’re constantly researching the cannabis world here at Cannabis Trainers. Bringing in scientific discoveries, regulations, and cultural evolution of cannabis is a cornerstone to keeping our training interesting and relevant. Want to learn more? Check out Dr. Sulak’s website: healer.com. Explore and deepen your learning about the plant and other interesting updates related to medical […]
Terpenes – A Guide
Terpenes are naturally occurring essential oils found in plants that give the flavor and smell attributes. Terpenes are found in conifer trees, citrus fruits, lavender, sage, thyme, and of course cannabis. Scientists are aware of 50,000 unique terpenes found in nature and over 500 found in the cannabis plant. Creating safe and compliant cannabis products […]
Cannabinoid Research Facility Established at CSU
As the legalization of cannabis continues to roll out across the nation, we are beginning to be able to study the plant in much more detail. Have you heard about the new Panacea Life Sciences Cannabinoid Research Center at Colorado State University? This research center is dedicated to foundation research into the chemistry of cannabinoids […]