If it wasn't clear from my original comment, I agree that the action levels should not have been set that way, and it should be noted that the instruments we us

If it wasn't clear from my original comment, I agree that the action levels should not have been set that way, and it should be noted that the instruments we use are also used for many non-envionmental applications. The idea that labs would want pesticide action levels set too low is silly, we benefit from as much product moving through the system as possible; the most desirable outcome for us is always a boring non-detect. Every lab has taken calls from clients swearing on their mother's grave that they didn't use XYZ banned pesticide, even in the face of results we've verified and sent to a second or even third lab. What we actually want are sensible rules that strike a balance between protecting the cannabis consumer and allowing the industry to grow, especially for craft producers. It's unrealistic to expect everyone to grow their own cannabis, and the honor system isn't enough. Besides, none of this affects your ability to grow cannabis at home with as much or as little pesticides as you like.