Metrc Kentucky Guide
Flourish Software is fully integrated with the Metrc Track and Trace System
Metrc (Marijuana Enforcement Tracking Reporting Compliance), is one of the leading providers of state-mandated regulatory and compliance seed-to-sale technology used to trace and trace cannabis throughout the supply chain.
Metrc in Kentucky 101
As of February 2024, Metrc has been designated as the official track-and-trace system for Kentucky's medical cannabis programs.
In March 2023, Governor Andy Beshear signed Senate Bill 47, legalizing medical cannabis effective January 1, 2025.
Formed in October 2023, the Team Kentucky Medical Cannabis Working Group aims to scrutinize the development of the medical cannabis industry and its regulatory landscape within the state. Its mission is to provide guidance on emerging best practices to the Kentucky Medical Cannabis Program and various state agencies.
Kentucky will begin its application licensing round for its brand-new medical cannabis market starting July 1st and closing Aug 31st, 2024. Applicants can submit multiple applications for different regions, but are limited to one license type (e.g., cultivation, retail). Vertical integration is not allowed. Kentucky will select license winners through a lottery in October 2024.
License Types available:
- Cultivator (Four Tiers)
- Processor
- Producer
- Dispensary
- Safety Compliance Facility
Approved Kentucky cannabis license holders will need to implement and stay compliant with Metrc.
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"Flourish has streamlined our wholesale operations. Our team can effortlessly transfer products from manufacturing to our wholesale website. For our CFO and Inventory Lead, who primarily work within Flourish, the reporting capabilities and product tracking have become significantly more efficient."
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Flourish tracks your entire cultivation life cycle, saves you on labor by reducing data entry during harvest, and can help you better understand your cost per gram while transferring the necessary data to Metrc. Learn more
Do I have to use Metrc in Kentucky?
All medical cannabis businesses licensed in Kentucky will be required to register with, use, and adhere to Metrc's track-and-trace system.
How do I get Metrc training?
Metrc will provide training that is specific to Kentucky and its respective regulatory statutes. Please reach out to the Kentucky Medical Cannabis Program for additional information.
Note: Metrc training is required as part of establishing compliance with their track-and-trace system.
Am I required to purchase any additional hardware for Metrc compliance?
Metrc operates as a web-based system, accessible exclusively through the internet with the simple prerequisites of an internet connection and a web browser. There is no need to download, install, or maintain any software nor purchase any additional hardware. You will have a wide choice of printers, as documented on our Supported Hardware page.
How does Metrc's trace-and-track system work?
Metrc uses Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) serialized single-use tags to trace cannabis plants, products, and packages throughout its lifecycle, including cultivation, processing, transportation, and sale.
How does Flourish simplify the use of Metrc?
Flourish provides a seamless Metrc integration with its API, allowing cannabis license holders to effortlessly oversee their seed-to-sale operations while ensuring compliance with the state-mandated track and trace requirements.
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