What Is Flower Remediation is Cannabis—and Why Dabstract Doesn’t Use It
Cannabis consumers deserve products that are clean, potent, and true to the plant’s natural profile. However, not all cannabis on the market meets these standards without intervention. One controversial practice in the industry is flower remediation—a process designed to remove contaminants from cannabis flower before it is sold or processed into extracts. While it might seem like a necessary step for some producers, it comes with drawbacks that affect both product quality and consumer trust. At Dabstract, we take pride in never using flower remediation. Here’s why.
What Is Flower Remediation?
Flower remediation refers to various methods used to eliminate mold, yeast, bacteria, or other contaminants from cannabis flower. These methods include:
Ozone treatment – Uses ozone gas to kill microbes but can alter terpenes and cannabinoids.
Radiation (gamma or e-beam) – Exposes flower to ionizing radiation to sterilize it but may degrade quality.
Heat or steam treatment – Kills pathogens through high temperatures but can reduce potency and alter the terpene profile.
Chemical washes – Involves using solvents or oxidizers that can strip away beneficial compounds from the flower.
Why Is Flower Remediation Used?
Remediation is often used when a batch of cannabis fails microbial testing. Microbial testing is required for legal compliance in many states, as well as for the safety of consumers. Typical microbial testing in the cannabis industry focuses on the following contaminants: Bacteria, Yeast, Mold, Coliforms, and E. coli
Some producers may also preemptively remediate their flower as a safeguard, ensuring their products pass state-mandated safety requirements. While this may sound like a good practice, it is often an indication of poor cultivation or post-harvest handling. Rather than addressing contamination at the source—such as improving growing conditions, drying techniques, or storage—remediation serves as a band-aid solution.
Why Is Flower Remediation Bad for Cannabis?
Loss of Terpene Integrity – Many remediation methods negatively impact the plant’s natural terpenes, reducing the aroma and flavor that make cannabis unique.
Degradation of Cannabinoids – High heat, radiation, and chemical washes can break down THC, CBD, and other cannabinoids, altering the overall effects of the flower.
Potential Residue and Safety Concerns – Some remediation processes introduce byproducts that may not be thoroughly tested for long-term safety.
Masking Poor Cultivation Practices – Instead of improving cleanliness and quality from seed to sale, remediation allows for the continued production of subpar flower.
Why Dabstract Doesn’t Use Flower Remediation
At Dabstract, we believe that the best cannabis starts with meticulous cultivation, careful handling, and rigorous testing from the very beginning. That’s why we only work with high-quality, fresh-frozen cannabis that meets our strict standards.
Rather than relying on remediation, we ensure purity by sourcing from trusted cultivators who prioritize cleanliness and proper curing. This guarantees that our live resin and concentrates retain the full-spectrum experience that connoisseurs seek—without any artificial intervention.
By skipping remediation, we preserve the natural integrity of our extracts, keeping them as close to the plant as possible. That’s the Dabstract difference.
Final Thoughts
While flower remediation is a common practice in the cannabis industry, it is not a substitute for quality cultivation and handling. Consumers deserve products that are clean from the start, not treated after the fact. At Dabstract, we’re committed to transparency, integrity, and producing extracts that stay true to the plant—no shortcuts, no compromises.
For those who care about purity, flavor, and authenticity, Dabstract is proud to provide cannabis concentrates made without flower remediation, delivering a terpene-rich experience exactly as nature intended.
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