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The Truth About Potency—A Conversation with Alec Dixon

SC Labs cofounder Alec Dixon exposes how THC inflation and lab shopping distort cannabis quality—and why true potency starts with honest testing.

SC LabsJune 10, 2025

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Inside the Hemp Beverage Supply Chain with Kyle Marinkovich

From Emulsion to Execution: A Deep Dive into Hemp Beverages with NDS Episode 7 of The Scoop, is hosted by Kyle Marinkovich, founder and CEO of Northern Diversified Solutions (NDS),…

SC LabsApril 30, 2025

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Cannabis & Hemp Beverages: Brewing Compliance, Emulsions, and the Beverage Boom

Cannabis and hemp-infused beverages are making waves across the country, offering consumers a new, approachable way to enjoy cannabinoids. In this special episode of The Scoop, Alec Dixon is joined…

SC LabsApril 25, 2025

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How contaminated weed gets by Colorado’s strict cannabis testing guidelines

Tiney Ricciardi, The Denver Post | As the first state to legalize recreational marijuana, Colorado has been a leader in establishing industry regulation to help ensure products are safe for…

SC LabsApril 20, 2025

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Beyond THC: The True Mark of Quality Cannabis

Cannabis quality is about more than just THC percentage—true excellence lies in the full spectrum of compounds that define the plant. In this episode of The Scoop, Alec Dixon, co-founder…

SC LabsMarch 3, 2025

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How safe is your weed? Patchy regulations may leave contaminants in the weed supply

Sydney Lupkin, Brian Mann, NPR | The number of Americans who use marijuana has doubled over the past decade, according to a survey by Gallup. In many parts of the…

SC LabsFebruary 4, 2025

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Colorado cannabis operator’s testing experiment yields damning pesticide, microbial and potency results

Kate Lavin, MJBizDaily | More than 85% of regulated marijuana products sold in Colorado’s adult-use market might violate health and labeling laws, according to a recent report by one of…

SC LabsFebruary 4, 2025

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CSI Weed: Ice Hash & Garden Hoses – The Scoop with Alec Dixon of SC Labs

Would you ever think a garden hose could contaminate your ice hash? Alec Dixon of SC Labs breaks down how this happened to Colorado hash makers and what producers need…

SC LabsJanuary 31, 2025

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Exploring Non-Cannabis Complimentary Ingredients in Cannabis Products – The Scoop with Alec Dixon of SC Labs

The quality of cannabis and hemp products extends beyond THC and CBD. Ingredients like cacao, beeswax, and essential oils are increasingly incorporated for their unique flavors, therapeutic properties, and ability…

SC LabsJanuary 7, 2025

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Pathogenic Aspergillus in Cannabis & Hemp – The Scoop with Alec Dixon of SC Labs

In the rapidly evolving cannabis and hemp industries, few safety concerns are as crucial as Aspergillus contamination in cannabis and hemp. This common fungus poses significant health risks, especially for…

SC LabsNovember 13, 2024

SC Labs provides compliance, quality control, and R&D testing services to help cannabis and hemp companies build their reputations and protect their businesses.

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