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Best Cannabis Strains for Christmas 2019

December 10, 2019 by Jeffrey Zorn

It’s time to pull out your favorite pipe or bong to smoke the best cannabis strains for Christmas 2019. From pine-scented to vanilla-infused strains, this holiday season is set to be one for the books. If you’re looking to elevate your holiday tradition, smoke or vaporize the following Christmas-friendly cannabis strains.

Jack Frost

As the winter temperatures roll around, so does the story of the icy Jack Frost. The Jack Frost strain is a calming hybrid strain bred by California-based Goldenseed. A slew of robust genetics from White Widow, Northern Lights, and Jack Herer contributes to this Sativa-dominant strain. Pair your holiday eggnog with this citrus and woody-smelling strain that delivers jolly individuals a rush of euphoria as a wave of relaxation radiates ...

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DEA To Grow 3.2 Million Grams Of Cannabis In 2020

November 30, 2019 by Jeffrey Zorn

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) plans to grow 3,200,000 grams of cannabis for research purposes in 2020. This is a 30 percent increase from how much they authorized in 2019 . The Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) in the United States grows all of its marijuana each year in one federally licensed cultivation facility which is a farm at the University of Mississippi. Marijuana has been a Schedule I drug in the United States since the Controlled Substances Act of 1970. The War on Drugs led by Richard Nixon called for the ban of cannabis in the United States. Ironically, the National Commission of Marihuana and Drug Abuse that Nixon hired to prove the dangers of cannabis ended up instead recommending cannabis be decriminalized based on their findings. So here we are, all ...

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Medical Marijuana Jars for Cannabis Preservation

November 9, 2019 by Jeffrey Zorn

If you’re a medical marijuana consumer who smokes, vaporizes, or cooks with cannabis flower buds, it’s crucial to use the right medical marijuana jars for cannabis preservation. Plastic baggies are relics of an era of prohibition and very inefficient storage containers. The static can pull off precious trichomes from the buds. When you consider how much you spend on marijuana in the long-term, preserving a strain’s potency and flavor becomes more pressing. Instead of relying on whatever tin can or resealable plastic bag you have lying around, jars specifically-built for medical marijuana help preserve those therapeutic cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids. Medical marijuana jars are built to keep your flower in a dry and cool environment. If you’re concerned about retaining as ...

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What You Need to Know About Cannabis Cultivation Careers

November 4, 2019 by Jeffrey Zorn

Wondering what you need to know about cannabis cultivation careers? It’s no surprise that cannabis cultivation careers are on the rise due to new marijuana laws and shifting attitudes across the world. As of today, 34 states have medical marijuana laws on the books, while 10 states plus Washington D.C. permit adult marijuana use. According to a 2019 report published by Leafly titled “Special Report: Cannabis Jobs Count,” legal cannabis sales increased 34 percent in 2018, reaching $10.8 billion.

Cannabis Jobs are Booming

A skyrocketing industry wouldn’t be possible without a history of advocacy and a wealth of employees currently hired in legal cannabis companies. Leafly estimates that as of 2019, there were more than 211,000 full-time cannabis jobs in America. If you count ...

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Sexing Marijuana Plants

October 29, 2019 by Jeffrey Zorn

Sexing marijuana plants is a crucial part of the growing and breeding process. Cannabis plants are generally dioecious plants, which means that they will produce either female or male reproductive organs. In certain environmental conditions, however, cannabis plants can be monoecious, also known as “hermaphroditic.” Monoecious plants feature both male and female reproductive organs. When growing from seed, growers keep a close eye on early plant growth to make sure they know which plants are female and which are male. Knowing the difference between the sexes tells growers whether the plant will be used to grow trichome-rich and dense flower buds or to produce exciting new genetics. If you’re exercising your green thumb with cannabis plants, here’s everything you should know ...

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9 Must-Try Eighths for California Visitors

October 27, 2019 by Jeffrey Zorn

Let's take a look at 9 must-try eighths for California visitors shall we? Eighths are the quintessential measurement for whole cannabis flower used by dispensaries and delivery services. The term “eighth” refers to an eighth of an ounce, which comes out to 3.54356033875. Cannabis retailers just round down to 3.5 grams per an eighth of cannabis or hemp flower. They’re the perfect amount to roll a couple of blunts, a few joints, or many bowls. If you’re a California resident or visitor, here are some of the best eighths you can buy in the state.

1. Henry’s Original

Mendocino County is part of California’s famed Emerald Triangle, known for a long history of cannabis cultivation. Henry’s Original grow all-natural outdoor cannabis flower on rich and fertile soil. Their ...

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How Cannabis Growers Can Prepare For Winter

July 16, 2019 by Jeffrey Zorn

If you are one of the marijuana growers in the United States that does outside growing, you should already know that it is rewarding and fun things to do. Cultivating marijuana outdoors is not as involved as doing it indoors. For one, indoor marijuana growing is more expensive as long as it is properly done. And, it takes marijuana growers more time and effort. During the winter though, the outdoor marijuana growers must have a definitive plan to reap a good harvest. And so, the preparation has to begin earlier on in the year before winter comes around. ...

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How to Maintain a Healthy Zone for Your Marijuana Plants

July 4, 2019 by Jeffrey Zorn

It is important for cannabis growers to take care of their root zone so that their marijuana plants can be healthy. This is one of the most essential facets of marijuana cultivation. Remember that the roots are the main conduit for essential nutrients and water to get to the plant's tissues or else you won't have the yield that you are seeking and your marijuana plants will be unhealthy. It does not matter what method you choose to grow your weed as long as you maintain a healthy zone for the roots. There are some basic steps to follow, which we will discuss below. And this goes for growing marijuana plants indoors and outdoors; and organically or hydroponically. Once the roots are being nourished, the end results will be the same. Let's examine How to Maintain a Healthy Zone for Your ...

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Growing Cannabis in a Tent

June 29, 2019 by Jeffrey Zorn

Growing cannabis in a tent is a great way to grow marijuana at home. You’re not going to be growing on an industrial level. However, it’s a way to take a medium-sized area (like a basement) and turn it into multiple environments. Using tents, you can take a single room and break it up into multiple areas that can each produce a pound or more per harvest.

Why Use a Tent?

Grow tents fulfill multiple crucial roles for an indoor grow. First, cannabis grow tents are light proof and maintain your light cycle. If you’re in flower, you need to make sure you’re getting 12 hours of light and 12 hours of darkness per day. In addition, tents make it easier to control your environment. Finally, tents allow you to have economy of space. In other words, tents are the best way to get the most ...

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Cannabis Plant Defoliation Techniques

June 27, 2019 by Phil Samuelson

Ever wondered about some Cannabis Plant Defoliation Techniques? Defoliating your plants is the process of removing leaves to allow more light and airflow to reach your buds. Not only does defoliation promote growth and boost your yields, but it also helps prevent diseases like powdery mildew (PM). It can even help prevent the development of pests like mites. While it might seem counter-intuitive, getting rid of plant matter at specific points in your plant’s life cycle will actually lead to more weight when you harvest. ...

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