Three laboratories in Oregon are currently under investigation for allegedly falsifying marijuana potency tests, a revelation that has prompted scrutiny from the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC). These labs, which are responsible for certifying the strength of cannabis before it reaches consumers, stand accused of manipulating results to depict a stronger high by reportedly adding “kief” — a potent form of cannabis resin — to samples. The Portland Business Journal was the first to report that the OLCC is considering shutting down all three facilities, which constitute approximately 25% of the state’s testing infrastructure. This development raises significant concerns about the integrity of cannabis testing in Oregon and could potentially disrupt the state’s burgeoning cannabis industry, which relies heavily on accurate potency assessments to maintain consumer trust and regulatory compliance.

The OLCC has proposed to expel some of these licensees, but only suspend or fine others, as they are dealing with Category I violations, where the default sanction is license revocation. Read more

The ongoing investigation into Oregon’s cannabis labs has raised alarms about the reliability of potency testing. If these labs are found guilty of manipulating results, it could damage the state’s cannabis industry, which depends on accurate testing to ensure both quality and safety for consumers.

Source: Oregon Live