Hardy Diagnostics is proud to host a conversation with the president and CSO from Telic Labs, Josh Smith. This discussion will offer an inside look at the cannabis testing lab, focusing on the challenges and opportunities facing private labs. Josh Smith offers insights on the current regulatory requirement landscape in highly regulated cannabis markets and offers an informed opinion on what labs should be thinking about in order to prepare for the future. With a clear understanding of both the analytical chemistry and microbiology aspects of the testing program, Josh Smith is an invaluable resource to labs at any stage of development.
The 2025 YouGov survey data from more than 31,000 US adults show significant support for recreational cannabis legalization, medical use, and federal reclassification.
A lack of standards for cannabis vape devices puts consumers at risk, but several organizations are committed to the research, collaboration, and solutions needed to promote safety and quality in the industry.
Cannabis genetics fundamentally dictate the plant's potential for chemical signatures, including cannabinoid and terpene profiles, and physical traits, such as yield. Cultivators use selective techniques, such as "stacking," to enhance specific compounds. Ultimately, successful cultivation involves balancing superior genetics with environmental "levers" to optimize gene expression and create targeted strains.
It’s that time of year again—the Cannabis Science and Technology (CST) top 10 articles from the previous year. CST published a wide variety of content throughout 2025. Here is just a small snippet of some of the top articles that our readers enjoyed. See if any of your favorites made the list!