At GAIACA, we believe in continually striving for sustainability and zero waste. Cannabis waste is a huge issue within our industry. We are California’s first properly licensed cannabis waste management company and we are here to…
Cannabis retailer rules and regulations are constantly changing. In order to better understand cannabis retailers, it is important to collect data and study retailer licenses and multi-state enterprises who are both successful and those who…
On average, cannabis cultivation centers have lower compliance scores than other license types. This is due to the multitude of fluid processes, from managing inventory & business records required to managing chemicals, applications, safety training…
We’ve mentioned professional cannabis associations that have helped us on our professional journey of growth and expansion. Associations are invaluable resources that should be leveraged, especially in a new, fast-paced industry such as the cannabis…
We’ve mentioned the National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA) before in our posts about Professional Bodies To Support Your Cannabis Business and the various events that we participate in annually. If you’re unfamiliar with NCIA and…
The cannabis industry is booming and business people from all walks of life are pursuing the industry in droves. Of course, there are the traditional types of cannabis businesses–cultivation, manufacturing, distribution, retail, testing laboratories, and…
Another year and more great events to look forward to! Next month, GAIACA will be attending and exhibiting at the 5th Annual International Cannabis Business Conference (ICBC) in San Francisco! Will we see you there?
After emergency regulations, extended emergency regulations, many committees and subcommittee meetings and a substantial amount of public participation and comments, the final regulations have been approved by the Office of Administrative Law and are now…
After emergency regulations, extended emergency regulations, many committees and subcommittee meetings and a substantial amount of public participation and comments, the final regulations have been approved by the Office of Administrative Law and are now…
After emergency regulations, extended emergency regulations, many committees and subcommittee meetings and a substantial amount of public participation and comments, the final regulations have been approved by the Office of Administrative Law and are now…
The cannabis industry is blossoming. As new states come on board and legalization spreads, more and more professional organizations will crop up ready and waiting to support the industry. We’ve found that in our professional…
Environmental consulting is an integral service for all verticals of the cannabis industry. GAIACA offers services including soil testing, hazard analysis, quality control sampling, waste profiling, and more. Read on to learn more about how…
Submitting a Cannabis Waste Management Plan is a requirement for all cannabis operators obtaining a state license. Waste management plans must clearly illustrate compliant waste handling and disposal procedures per local and State laws.
Not to be confused with “statute”, “cannabis regulation”, as is implied by its name, regulates the cannabis market that was legalized by State statute. The cultivation, use, and distribution of medicinal marijuana were legalized in 1996….
Today, December 31, brings with it not only celebrations of the close of 2018 but also new testing laboratory requirements from the Bureau of Cannabis Control (BCC). This is the third tranche of testing requirements…
The Bureau of Cannabis Control (BCC) is responsible for regulating commercial cannabis licenses for retailers, distributors, microbusinesses, testing laboratories, and temporary cannabis events. As the proposed permanent regulations are being reviewed by the Office of Administrative…
GAIACA is excited to be exhibiting this weekend at the 2018 Emerald Cup, held at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds on December 15th and 16th. The Emerald Cup includes an array of festivities–music, food, speakers, vendors,…
The California Cannabis Track-and-Trace System serves to ensure compliant supply chain management within all verticals of the cannabis industry. All three State regulatory agencies reference this system in their regulations. The California Department of…
The California Cannabis Track-and-Trace System serves to ensure compliant supply chain management within all verticals of the cannabis industry. All three State regulatory agencies reference this system in their regulations. The California Department of Food…
The California Cannabis Track-and-Trace System serves to ensure compliant supply chain management within all verticals of the cannabis industry. All three State regulatory agencies reference this system in their regulations. The California Bureau of Cannabis…
