The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) along with the Colorado Department of Revenue (DOR) have issued an advisory after identifying cannabis flower products with too high contaminant levels, as reported by Fox21.
The flower was produced and sold by Medpharm Holdings, LLC d.b.a. Bud & Mary's Cannabis. Dept of Public Health deemed said product a threat to public health and safety after it was found to have total yeast and mold above the acceptable limits.
As it's usual in these situations, those who have purchased the product in question from impacted stores should destroy it or return it to the regulated store from where it was bought for proper disposal.
Lucas Nelson, Group President of Bud & Mary's, stated that the product passed all tests before it was released: "At Bud & Mary's, quality and safety are our top priorities. A recent test at the retail level identified microbial contamination in a batch of our flower. Before release, this batch passed all testing requirements using state-approved third-party labs."
"On December 27, 2024, more than a month before the advisory went out, we voluntarily contacted all retailers carrying the affected batches, providing guidance on proper destruction in accordance with MED regulations."
"We are working closely with the MED to review and strengthen our processes to prevent future issues. This includes auditing our procedures, exploring enhanced testing, and investing in new technologies. We remain committed to transparency, compliance, and delivering safe, high-quality cannabis to our customers."