In this episode, we sit down with Megan Dobro, Founder and CEO of SafeTiva Labs, a leading cannabis testing lab based in Westfield, MA. Megan shares her journey from being a tenured biology professor at Hampshire College to founding a lab that is setting new standards for scientific integrity and ethical practices in the cannabis industry.

Megan delves into the challenges and ethical issues surrounding cannabis testing in Massachusetts, shedding light on the rise of labs that use questionable methods, compromising both consumer safety and industry trust. She discusses the importance of ultra-fast turnaround times, customer service, and transparency in building a respected lab, and how SafeTiva Labs has become one of the most trusted names in the state.

We also explore Megan’s advocacy for diversity, social justice, and equity in the sciences, and her joint efforts with the Massachusetts Cannabis Coalition and Certified Remediation Free to promote cannabis cultivation brands that don’t use chemical remediation. Megan also offers insights into the regulatory landscape and suggests changes she would like to see from the Cannabis Control Commission to standardize testing procedures and help create a fairer, more ethical cannabis industry.

Tune in to learn about the science behind safe cannabis and how SafeTiva Labs is working to elevate industry standards one test at a time.