Plant Water Activity

The Cannabis Water Activity course is designed to provide industry professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to measure and manage water activity in cannabis products, crucial for ensuring safety, stability, and regulatory compliance.

Water activity, a determinant of cannabis product quality, affects the risk of microbial contamination and degradation. Mastery in controlling water activity is vital for those in cannabis production, storage, or quality assurance. The course elucidates the scientific principles of water activity, its influence on cannabis quality and safety, and the methodologies for its accurate measurement and regulation.

The program emphasizes the role of water activity in preserving product integrity, deterring microbial growth, and adhering to regulatory standards. It explores the correlation between water content and water activity, underlining the importance of water activity as a parameter for assessing product stability and safety.

Included in the curriculum are foundational concepts of water activity relevant to cannabis quality control, methods for precise measurement of water activity across various cannabis products such as flowers, concentrates, and edibles, and strategies for water activity management across the cannabis supply chain from cultivation to packaging. Also covered are regulatory considerations and compliance pertaining to water activity in cannabis products, incorporating both state-specific and international guidelines, supplemented by case studies and practical exercises for real-world application of water activity principles.

This certification is tailored for cannabis cultivators, extraction technicians, quality assurance staff, and regulatory compliance officers aiming to enhance their proficiency in water activity and its pivotal role in ensuring product quality and safety.

Upon completion, participants will possess the capability to enact effective water activity management protocols, aiding in the production of superior, safe cannabis products. This certification not only bolsters professional standing but also aids in maintaining pace with the evolving regulatory landscape of the cannabis industry, marking it as an essential qualification for professionals dedicated to industry excellence.