http://m3boa.com/ WHEN it comes to the growth of medical (and recreational) marijuana in the United States, the infrastructure behind it is highly regulated and not regulated at the same time. THE GROWTH AND DISTRIBUTION OF CANNABIS IS HIGHLY REGULATED AT THE STATE LEVEL, BUT MOST STATES DO NOT HAVE EFFICIENT SYSTEMS FOR MONITORING THE QUALITY AND SAFETY OF THE PLANTS. That’s where companies like Iron Laboratories (Iron Labs) come into play. At Iron Labs, Rob Teitel and his team, including highly trained biologists and chemists, help the industry to self-regulate when it comes to the maintenance of quality standards. Iron Labs was established in Michigan in 2011 and operates the first ISO 17025– accredited lab in the state, utilizing the same technology—METRC—that will be implemented by state regulatory boards in the next year. What, exactly, does Iron Labs do in terms of quality controls? The answer to that is a bit complex, but it boils down to the following: • random sampling • examination for pests • microscopic visual inspections • potency testing • examination for mold There are many ways for grows 29 to go awry, and the solutions are not always obvious. Rob and his team offer consultations on processing, concentrates, and edible production. To find out more about Iron Laboratories, visit them online at www.ironlaboratories. com or contact them at (248) 313-9000 or [email protected]. Contact Us: IronLaboratories.com (248) 313-9000 [email protected]