Dangers of Lab Shopping - The Reality Undermining a Legitimate Cannabis Industry

Explore the critical issue of laboratory shopping in the cannabis industry through this 25-minute webinar presented by Ron Brooks, M.S., an expert in analytical instrumentation and laboratory operations. Gain insights into how this practice undermines public health, safety, and consumer trust while creating an uneven playing field for businesses. Examine the mechanics of lab shopping, its prevalence, and its negative impacts on the cannabis sector. Learn about regulatory efforts to combat this problem, including standardized methods and regulatory harmonization. Discover potential future developments in the cannabis industry as it grapples with these delegitimizing challenges. Earn PACE credits by watching the webinar and following the provided instructions.

Intro
Learning Objectives
Cannabis Testing Labs
What are Cannabis Testing Labs
What is Lab Shopping
Why is Lab Shopping so prevalent
Reasons for Lab Shopping
Lab Shopping in Other Industries
Negative Impacts of Lab Shopping
Impact of Potency Inflation
New York Expose
Inaccurate Testing
The Need for Accurate Lab Testing
Risks of Lab Shopping
Lab Fraud Timeline
Lab Fraud Cases
Solutions
Cannabis Testing Standards
Conclusion