No matter how you slice up the legislated cannabis industry, it’s apparent that there is a large cross section of people involved who have worked with cannabis before it became legal, and who have remained with the industry since legalization began sweeping the nation. Through determined advocacy for the plant that also fuels their respective […]
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What We Know — And Still Need To Learn — About Cannabis Bioavailability
The bioavailability of any nutrient or medication is dependent on several factors — and cannabis is no different. When it comes to cannabis, the chemical makeup can change from plant to plant within the same crop, so truly consistent bioavailability with flower cannot presently be achieved, although cannabis in the form of extracts allows for […]
More Than Just A Good Smell: Unlocking The Power Of Rare Terpenes
Our knowledge of terpenes remains limited, considering how prevalent they are in our environment. Indeed, terpenes are present in many of Earth’s living things — and they might even change the plastics and fuel industries as expanding innovation begins to unlock and explore these aromatic organic compounds. This revelation is what makes the current focus […]
Examining The Environmental Impact Of Cannabis Prohibition
There are some who might blame many of society’s ills on the longtime prohibition of cannabis. Conversely, however, could the burgeoning cannabis industry itself play a role in the pollution peak we have reached? As our water, air and land continues to be polluted, the industry born of a grassroots search for freedom needs to […]
Gin Joint To Joint Joint? Examining The Potential Intersection Of Cannabis And Nightlife
You might not be the nightclub type, but you are still a patron of your city’s nightlife, even if it’s just going out for a peaceful evening meal, according to the 2018 New York City Nightlife Economy study. The definition put forth in this groundbreaking survey classifies all food, drink and entertainment activity between the […]
Luxury Concierge Service And The Future Of Cannabis Travel
There’s something special about arriving at a new cannabis-friendly locale — even if there isn’t a friendly face waiting to greet you upon arrival. You can’t exactly order a Lyft loaded with cannabis products — not yet, at least — but you can now book a full-service cannabis tour or concierge service. Those who provide […]
Does Photosynthesis Hacking Have A Place In Cannabis Cultivation?
Cannabis growers come from various botanical backgrounds, but one thing they all have in common is that they must all learn about the metabolism of plant cells and how it can aid or hinder flower yields. Going back to high school biology, we remember that a big part of this metabolism is called photosynthesis, the […]
Herban Jungle: These Are The Garden Aromatics To Grow With Cannabis
When planning the ultimate garden with beautiful plants of every type, there’s always room for cannabis. Fruits, vegetables, rows of kitchen herbs and medicinal aids are one thing, but are there plants to include that could actually help grow optimal cannabis? The current legal climate means that only a few states allow legal home cultivation […]