How to Record Extraction Yield Variance
Accounting for the difference between theoretical and actual yield during the biomass extraction process.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inventory - Crude Oil | Asset | 8,500.00 | - |
| Extraction Yield Variance | Expense | 1,500.00 | - |
| Inventory - Cannabis Trim | Asset | - | 10,000.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
This entry records the conversion of trim into crude oil, identifying the dollar value of lost material during the extraction process as a yield variance.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Ensure the bill of materials (BOM) in the ERP reflects actual waste factors to minimize manual variance adjustments.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Significant variances between METRC weights and accounting system outputs frequently trigger state audits.
📄 Required Documentation
Extraction batch logs, lab potency results, and waste disposal manifests for the residual biomass.
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