Episode 209: Rethinking Cannabis Quality with CSQ's Darwin Millard

Episode 209: Rethinking Cannabis Quality with CSQ's Darwin Millard

From Cannabis Tech Talks by Cannabis & Tech Today

January 30, 2026 · 15 min · Episode 209

About this episode

Darwin Millard discusses the definition of quality in modern cannabis and the importance of terpene profiles over THC levels.

On this episode of Cannabis Tech Talks , host Mary Jane Gibson sits down with Darwin Millard, Technical Director at Cannabis Safety and Quality (CSQ), for a sharp, science-forward conversation on what really defines quality in modern cannabis. With nearly two decades in extraction, Millard breaks down live resin vs. live rosin vs. bubble hash, explains why terpene profiles matter more than THC chasing, and shares how ASTM D37 standards are shaping safer, cleaner cannabis from extraction to consumption. Recorded on the MJBizCon show floor and sponsored by SHOPLINE, in association with the International Cannabis Business Conference (ICBC), this episode is a must-listen for operators, technologists, and consumers who care about what’s actually in their products. 🎧 Listen now and rethink what “quality” really means in cannabis. WEBSITE: https://cannatechtoday.com/ Make sure to follow our other social media platforms to stay up-to-date on all things Cannabis & Tech Today. https://twitter.com/cannatechtoday https://www.facebook.com/CannaTechToday https://www.instagram.com/cannatechtoday

People in this episode

Host: Mary Jane Gibson

Guest: Darwin Millard

Topics covered

  • cannabis quality
  • extraction
  • terpene profiles
  • ASTM D37 standards

Keywords

  • live resin
  • live rosin
  • bubble hash
  • MJBizCon
  • SHOPLINE
  • ICBC

Sponsors

SHOPLINE

Mentioned in this episode

Products: live resin, live rosin, bubble hash

Books & works: Rethinking Cannabis Quality, Cannabis Tech Talks

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