Cannabis testing labs across the United States are signing up for the Fall 2016 Emerald Test Inter-lab Comparison and Proficiency Test (ILC/PT), in an effort to advance quality assurance in the industry. Labs interested in joining the contest have until September 21 to register through the Emerald Test website.

“The Emerald Scientific PT ensures that the cannabis testing labs are performing their function to the best of their ability,” said Reggie Gaudino Ph.D., Vice President of Science, Genetics and Intellectual Property at Steep Hill Labs. “Any lab that isn't participating and exceeding the minimal passing requirements should be viewed as suspect. It's that important.”

ILC/PT programs measure how accurately an individual lab performs and also compares results among labs for an indicator of variability and performance improvement. Used in many other industries such as food safety and pharma, the ILC/PT is a critical tool for quality assurance. It is now becoming a requirement in many states and has long been a requirement...