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What This Means for Cannabis Businesses

Testing developments affect product safety, consumer trust, and regulatory compliance across the supply chain. Lab testing integrity is fundamental to the legal cannabis market - when labs fail or commit fraud, it undermines the entire system and puts consumers at risk. Operators should verify their testing lab's accreditation status and review COAs carefully for any irregularities.

Florida Cannabis Market Overview

Florida has one of the largest medical cannabis programs in the US with a vertically integrated market structure. The state has approximately 400 active cannabis licenses and 9 licensed testing laboratories. There are 48 cannabis professionals serving Florida businesses on our directory, including CPAs, attorneys, and compliance consultants.