Case Study: Aspergillus

Case Study: Aspergillus

Situation As more regulated states mandate Aspergillus testing as part of the overall cannabis compliance testing, this human pathogen is top of mind for many cultivators across the nation. A current indoor Michigan cultivator had been experiencing microbial failures...
Aspergillus Shakes Up Oregon Testing Requirements

Aspergillus Shakes Up Oregon Testing Requirements

Aspergillus. What is it? Where does it come from? How is it pronounced? Those that have spent some time around the cannabis plant are likely familiar with this pesky fungus. Present on surfaces, in the air, and in water throughout facilities and open spaces alike,...
Case Study: The Cannabis Kill Step

Case Study: The Cannabis Kill Step

Situation This Nevada cultivator reached out to the Willow team in 2021 with systemic contamination issues throughout their facility. While they had had some limited success in the early days of their operation, as time went on they found that facility issues...
Case Study: Air

Case Study: Air

Situation This indoor Nevada cultivator engaged with the Willow Industries team after observing continuously elevated rates of compliance failures. Despite implementing additional cleaning and maintenance SOP’s, this cultivator was disappointed to see that they...
Case Study: Water

Case Study: Water

Situation This large Michigan cultivator contacted Willow with ongoing failures for total yeast and mold. Despite the 100,000 CFU/g limit in Michigan, the on-site team continued to struggle with compliance woes and were ultimately able to trace many of their issues to...