First lab in Maine to be certified for cannabis pesticide testing

Nova Analytic Labs becomes the first and only lab in the state to receive full certification for testing the full list of mandatory pesticides in Maine. Required pesticide testing for adult use of cannabis begins 12/12/22. Maine OCP has issued guidance that outlines when and what cannabis material must be tested for pesticides.

Pesticide analysis is especially difficult due to the extremely low detection levels required by regulations. As a result, only the most sensitive instrumentation and accurate methodologies can detect all of the required compounds.

Nova has been preparing for mandatory pesticide testing for over two years. They have invested heavily in technology, equipment, training, and staffing. Nova has developed a proprietary high-resolution mass spectrometry method for testing these analytes that reduces potential interferences and allows the highest possible accuracy and precision; while still managing to process hundreds of samples daily.

They are currently accepting samples from cultivators, processors, dispensaries, and retailers who want to ensure their products comply with Maine’s mandatory testing requirements beginning 12/12/22.

Nova also offers environmental testing for cannabis facilities. Swabbing, soil, and water sampling can help trace areas of pesticide contamination. To schedule a facility visit, please call their office at 207-466-4661.

In addition to pesticide testing, Nova offers comprehensive cannabinoid and terpene tests that detect and measure all key compounds. Nova is also leading the way in Maine with virus testing for Hop Latent Viroid (HLVd), Lettuce Chlorisis, and Cannais Cryptic Virus. Other test services include microbials, metals, residual solvents, homogeneity, foreign material, water activity and nutrient analyses, and cannabis sex testing.