Collaborating with your Cannabis testing labs Ft. Josh Smith

This week we are joined by Josh Smith, President of Telic Labs. We break down the importance of working closely with your Cannabis Lab and how they are often overlooked as a valuable partner. We discuss: - Challenges Testing Labs face & Reverse Engineering the results. - The Importance of in-house testing for Cannabis Operators - Why Potency shouldn’t be King anymore' Chapters: 00:00:00 - The Importance of Understanding Test Results for Processes and Products 00:02:41 - Starting a Cannabis Lab in 2018: The Learning Curve 00:05:16 - Pioneering Scientific Research in Cannabis Science 00:07:42 - Standard Interaction for Requesting Lab Tests 00:10:07 - Microbial testing regulations and variability in plant sampling and testing 00:12:50 - Testing for THC Production in the Hemp and CBD Industry 00:15:23 - Finding a Balance Between Responsibility and Business in Testing Practices 00:17:54 - Future-Proofing for Testing Requirements in the Industry 00:20:19 - Importance of Environmental Sampling in Cannabis Industry 00:22:49 - Walking Through Testing Procedures for Cannabis Operators with a Lab Technician 00:25:21 - Masking Potency Levels with Food Dyes 00:27:58 - Troubleshooting Potency Numbers in Edibles 00:30:32 - The Importance of Potency and Terpene Profiles in Cannabis Testing 00:33:04 - Marketing Terpene Profiles in the Cannabis Industry 00:35:41 - Importance of Testing and Analyzing in the Cannabis Industry. 00:38:26 - The Hazards of Heavy Metals in Testing and Agriculture 00:40:48 - The Importance of Testing and Understanding Results 00:43:12 - Improving Air Flow in Grow Rooms 00:45:38 - Microbial Testing in Different Regions and the Future of Psychedelics 00:48:06 - The Future of Psychedelics and the Drug Industry 00:52:46 - Cloning Genetic Machinery for Cannabinoids 00:55:16 - The Pharmaceutical Industry and the Entourage Effect 00:57:45 - Upcoming Presentations and Possibility of Future Appearances #cannabis #cannabistestinglabs #cannabischallenges About Josh Smith President of Telic Labs: Focused on molecular biology and designing specialized technical laboratories, Josh has 15+ years of experience in pharmaceutical R&D and highly regulated clinical fields. Having been awarded several specialized patents and leading teams to innovate DNA diagnostics, Josh’s center of activity revolves around accurate testing methods and technologies. As a member of ASTM and AOAC, he lends his knowledge towards policy, procedure, regulation, and industry standards https://www.teliclabs.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshsmithms This show is presented to by 8th Revolution: At Eighth Revolution (8th Rev) we provide services from capital to cannabinoid and everything in between in regard to the hemp & cannabis industry. Our forward-thinking team can diagnose, analyze & optimize every detailed nuance of your company to keep your business safe, smart, and profitable. Our flexibility and experience combined with ongoing research create unique insights into how to best grow your market share. Contact us directly at info@8threv.com Bryan Fields: @bryanfields24 Kellan Finney: @Kellan_Finney