Metrc (Mississippi) Support Bulletin MS_IB_43 announces transfer workflow updates effective March 2, 2026, including expanded Waste Disposal transfer options and new editing capability within the Transfers Hub. This article explains what changed, who it affects, and what Mississippi cannabis operators should do differently in day-to-day Metrc workflows.
Bulletin details and effective date
Bulletin Number: MS_IB_43
Distribution Date: February 13, 2026
Effective Date: March 2, 2026
Subject: Transfer and Transporter Hub Updates
Metrc released this update in conjunction with the Mississippi Department of Health. The changes are focused on (1) what inventory can be included on Waste Disposal transfers and (2) added flexibility in the Transfers Hub for certain license types.
Metrc Waste Disposal transfers: all testing statuses allowed
Starting March 2, 2026, Mississippi licensees can create transfers to Waste Disposal facilities that include packages with any testing status. This expands what can be included on a Waste Disposal manifest and reduces the need to segment disposal loads based solely on testing status.
Testing statuses now permitted on Waste Disposal transfers
- Test Passed
- Test Failed
- Retest Passed
- Retest Failed
- Remediated
- Testing In Progress
- Submitted For Testing
- Not Required
- Not Submitted
Practical implications for daily operations
Simplified waste runs: Operations sending product to a Waste Disposal facility can consolidate destruction-related transfers without first filtering packages by testing status.
Fewer workflow bottlenecks: Teams can move inventory to disposal more efficiently when product is awaiting results, in remediation, or associated with failed tests (as allowed by state rules and internal SOPs).
Compliance reminder: This update changes what Metrc allows for Waste Disposal transfers, but it does not eliminate the need to follow Mississippi program rules and internal quality procedures for quarantining, holding, and disposition decisions.
Transfers Hub updates: access and planned route edits
The bulletin also updates the Transfers Hub experience in Metrc for specific Mississippi license types and adds a key manifest edit capability effective March 2, 2026.
Who can access the Metrc Transfers Hub in Mississippi
The following license types have access to the Transfers Hub:
- Transporter
- Medical Testing Facility
- Waste Disposal Facility
In Metrc, the Transfers Hub is accessed from the Transfers area on the navigational toolbar.
Manifest change: edit the planned route field
Beginning March 2, 2026, licensees with permission to access the Transfers Hub can edit the planned route field on a manifest. This is operationally important for transport coordination, especially when routes change due to traffic, road closures, multi-stop planning, facility scheduling, or other real-world logistics.
Practical implications for transport compliance
More accurate manifests: Keeping the planned route aligned with actual transport plans supports smoother audits and roadside or facility inspections.
Better coordination between parties: Transporters and receiving facilities can rely on a clearer route plan when coordinating timing and custody handoffs.
Operational discipline still matters: Even with route editing available, teams should document route decisions consistently and ensure manifests reflect the most current plan in accordance with Mississippi requirements and company SOPs.
Metrc support and training resources
Metrc Support portal
For help with Mississippi transfers, manifests, or Transfers Hub permissions, use the Metrc Support portal at https://support.metrc.com. You can also access the portal from within Metrc by clicking Support, which redirects to the same site.
If you are accessing the portal for the first time, Metrc notes you will need your username, the state selection, your facility license number, and a valid email address to set a password.
Metrc Learn and in-app guidance
Metrc Learn provides interactive training on Metrc workflows. In Metrc, navigate to the Support area and select Sign up for Training to register.
For quick answers while working, use the Metrc Expert icon inside the Metrc system to search topics or ask questions in plain language.
Labeling and system efficiency: DistruLabels and DistruERP
Transfers and retail readiness often surface labeling gaps, especially when products move between package states or when teams need to verify identifiers quickly. DistruLabels is a 100% free tool for creating compliant packaging and retail labels, and it can help operators stay organized around Metrc Retail ID requirements by generating clear, scannable labels for day-to-day handling.
For larger Mississippi operators that need broader operational control beyond Metrc workflows, DistruERP is Distru’s comprehensive Cannabis ERP platform designed for end-to-end supply chain management, supporting more advanced needs across inventory, manufacturing, sales operations, and fulfillment coordination.
