https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2024-06-14/the-dirty-secret-of-californias-legal-weed
Aging yuppies in neon beachwear stand before a green wall with the catchphrase “You have changed ... so has cannabis.”
The social media post is part of “Real CA Cannabis,” a $5-million taxpayer-funded campaign to promote California cannabis as safe, tested and “regulated by the state to protect consumers.”
In reality, that safety is far from certain.
An investigation by The Times, in conjunction with cannabis industry newsletter WeedWeek, found alarming levels of pesticides in cannabis products available on dispensary shelves across the state, including some of the most popular brands of vapes and pre-rolled weed.
Colorado, well not me area of expertise but I can ask and find out.
My assumption is that most of the legal pot shops are used by tourists and those for whom price is not an issue. I assume it is more normal to have your local retailer.
I know people who know so will ask.