NEOGEN Launches Reveal® Q+ for Δ9-THC in Hemp

Rhea-AI Summary

NEOGEN Corporation has launched the Reveal® Q+ test for detecting delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (Δ9-THC) levels in hemp plants. This innovative test provides precise THC levels from 0.1% to 1.6%, enabling hemp farmers to monitor crops on-site easily with the Raptor® Solo Integrated Analysis Platform. NEOGEN's President, John Adent, emphasized the significant benefits for farmers, allowing quicker, cost-effective testing without the need for external labs. As hemp cultivation grows in popularity post-2018 Farm Bill, this product enhances crop management and reduces risks of crop destruction due to THC exceeding legal limits.

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• Launch of Reveal® Q+ enhances farmers' ability to test Δ9-THC levels quickly and accurately.
• Test provides precise THC detection between 0.1% and 1.6%, aiding in on-site monitoring.
• Cost-effective solution reduces reliance on external analytical labs for cannabinoid testing.

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• None.

LANSING, Mich., July 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- NEOGEN Corporation (NASDAQ: NEOG) announced today that they have launched a test that can quickly and accurately detect levels of the delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (Δ9-THC) cannabinoid in hemp plants.

NEOGEN's new Reveal® Q+ for Δ9-THC can precisely detect and report THC levels between 0.1% and 1.6%, providing fast, reliable, and on-demand crop monitoring. The new test is designed for use with NEOGEN's Raptor® Solo Integrated Analysis Platform, a portable, Wi-Fi-enabled reader used to analyze the lateral flow test strips, presenting hemp farmers with the ability to quickly test THC levels on-site.

"The addition of the ability to test for Δ9-THC to our Reveal Q+ portfolio puts the power in the hands of hemp farmers," says John Adent, NEOGEN's President and CEO. "We are continually focused on empowering and supporting farmers through our innovative solutions. With this quantitative test, farmers no longer have to rely on analytical labs for cannabinoid testing, as it provides results much more quickly and in a more cost-effective manner. Now, crops can be monitored early and often, for more detailed plot analytics, and reducing the risk of crops going hot and needing to be destroyed."

Hemp, which has been legal to grow since the passing of the 2018 Farm Bill, is a cannabis plant containing less than 0.3% Δ9-THC, the primary psychoactive cannabinoid. Hemp has various uses, including rope and textiles, feed and grain, and cannabidiol (CDB), commonly used in body care products and supplements. 

NEOGEN Corporation develops and markets comprehensive solutions dedicated to food and animal safety. The company's Food Safety segment markets dehydrated culture media and diagnostic test kits to detect foodborne bacteria, natural toxins, food allergens, drug residues, plant diseases, and sanitation concerns. NEOGEN's Animal Safety segment is a leader in the development of genomic solutions along with the manufacturing and distribution of a variety of animal healthcare products, including diagnostics, pharmaceuticals, veterinary instruments, wound care, and disinfectants.

CONTACT:	Nate Banner, Product Manager, Residues and Chemical Contaminants
	(517) 372-9200 ext. 2396, nbanner@neogen.com

 

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SOURCE Neogen Corporation

FAQ

What is NEOG's new product for detecting THC?

NEOG has launched the Reveal® Q+ test for quick and precise detection of Δ9-THC levels in hemp.

What are the THC detection levels of NEOG's new test?

The Reveal® Q+ can detect Δ9-THC levels ranging from 0.1% to 1.6%.

How does NEOG's Reveal® Q+ benefit hemp farmers?

It allows hemp farmers to perform on-site testing, which is quicker and more cost-effective than relying on labs.

When was NEOG's Reveal® Q+ launched?

The Reveal® Q+ was launched on July 28, 2021.

What technology does the Reveal® Q+ utilize?

It is designed for use with the Raptor® Solo Integrated Analysis Platform, a portable Wi-Fi-enabled reader.