Illinois News Joint

MAY 7, 2025

Picked up from Consume Cannabis , Supreme Planet is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of Supreme Ruckus and Planet Hulk. This batch of flower tested at 0.967% THC, 30.533% THCa, and 32.693% total cannabinoids. ILNJ photos For more Illinois cannabis industry news, subscribe to Illinois News Joints newsletter here.

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Illinois News Joint

MAY 19, 2025

Island Cannabis Co. Grease Monkey is a hybrid cross of GG4 and Cookies & Cream, originally bred by Exotic Genetix. This preroll tested at 0.01% THC, 31.953% THCa, and 34.247% total cannabinoids. ILNJ photo For more Illinois cannabis industry news, subscribe to Illinois News Joints newsletter here.

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 10, 2024

For the last couple months, I’ve been exploring the hop-infused cannabis-collaboration line from Nature’s Grace & Wellness and Chicago brewery Half Acre. Honey Bun is a hybrid cross of Gellati and Honey B, originally bred by Cookies. THC, 17.23% THCa, and 20.99% total cannabinoids. This 6-pack of 0.5g

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Illinois News Joint

MAY 8, 2025

Its interesting how certain cannabis strains become associated with specific people, places, and things. Bio Jesus is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Bio Diesel and Gumbo. Bio Jesus is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Bio Diesel and Gumbo. This live resin vape cart tested at 79.41% THC and total cannabinoids.

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Illinois News Joint

APRIL 21, 2025

The family-owned craft grow had just launched its Skyy and Fyre brands, including the Berry Gelato Disposable Vape and Fyre Hybrid Infused Preroll. The Mighty Rayne Blueberry gummies came as one grape Kool-Aid-colored gummy containing 100mg of THC. To find cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 15, 2023

I cracked open an eighth of Cresco ’s Tres Leches Cake in its green “Refresh” hybrid packaging, stuffed some cones, and gave it a try. Picked up from Sunnyside Danville , the Tres Leches Cake is a sativa-dominant hybrid made cross of Koolato and Cookies and Cream. To learn more about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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United Patients Group

JULY 22, 2023

Marijuana strains are commonly categorized into three primary types: indica, sativa, and hybrids – each with distinctive traits and potential medicinal effects. Indica strains usually have higher levels of CBD and lower THC content, making them ideal for patients seeking relaxation without intense psychoactive effects.

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The Cannigma

APRIL 5, 2022

Harvesting cannabis is simultaneously the most exciting and stressful time for growers. But before you rush to the finish line, make sure you know the basics of cannabis cultivation for beginners. To know when to harvest cannabis, you should have a basic understanding of the plant’s life cycle. Related Stories.

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Illinois News Joint

MARCH 13, 2025

Funky Lo Mein is a hybrid cross of Raspberry Shortcake and (Bermuda Triangle OG X (Louis XIII X Grim Bastard OG). This batch of flower tested at 0.27% THC, 15.76% THCa, and 16.36% total cannabinoids. ILNJ photo For more Illinois cannabis industry news, subscribe to Illinois News Joints newsletter here.

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MMJ Recs

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into the top cannabis strains for managing chronic pain, effective marijuana strains for chronic pain management, the benefits of CBD-rich strains, the THC vs. CBD debate, and the distinct advantages of both Indica and Sativa strains in the realm of chronic pain management.

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Cannabis Cheri

FEBRUARY 17, 2020

From our perspective, terpenes have health-giving effects, in cannabis and other plants as well. This essentially means that the sum of the cannabis plant's parts is greater than any individual cannabinoid (such as CBD or THC) or terpene. It is that combination in any given strain makes us feel the way we do.

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United Patients Group

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

A Guide to Choosing Cannabis Strains for Chronic Pain Relief The use of cannabis to treat chronic pain is becoming increasingly popular among patients seeking alternative treatments for their symptoms. What are the Best Cannabis Strains for Chronic Pain? What are the Cannabinoids Found in Cannabis?

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Veriheal

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Durban Poison Strain: The Basics Photo Courtesy of Herb Prominent Cannabinoids THC CBD CBG-A 15-25% 0.19% 0.92% Dominant Terpenes Terpinolene Beta Caryophyllene Myrcene 0.72% 0.19% 0.02% Originating in the South African port city of Durban, this pure sativa is best known for its sweet fragrance and lively, uplifting effects.

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Illinois News Joint

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

I mentioned my love of strawberry aroma and flavors in cannabis and my desire to see more of the profile on the market in my recent review of Strawberry Bubbles. Bloom Ztrawberriez #12 is a hybrid cross of Orange Zkittlez and Strawberry Guava originally bred by Bloom Seed Co. For more Illinois cannabis industry news, visit here.

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Illinois News Joint

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

As the cannabis industry matures and starts to take itself more seriously, one area that I hope never gets too “grown up” is the tendency for breeders to still have fun when naming strains. Lusty Lady is a hybrid cross of Bahama Mama and Red Runtz, bred originally by Exotic Genetix. For more Illinois cannabis industry news, visit here.

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MMJ Recs

OCTOBER 24, 2023

ACDC (Sativa-dominant Hybrid) ACDC is a renowned strain for its high CBD content, making it a top choice for pain relief without the psychoactive effects of THC. Harlequin (Sativa-dominant Hybrid) Harlequin is another high-CBD strain, offering a balanced CBD-to-THC ratio.

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Ice Cream Sandwiches is a hybrid cross of Ice Cream Cake and Oreoz. This batch of prerolls tested at 0.096% CBDa, 1.701% THC, 47.632% THCa, and 49.429% total cannabinoids. Jet Fuel OG is a hybrid cross of High Country Diesel and Aspen OG. To learn more about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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The Cannigma

MARCH 16, 2021

This article was first published on Analytical Cannabis. Published in HortScience , the journal of the American Society for Horticultural Science, this new study details the results of extensive morphological trait analysis in high-CBD, high-THC, and intermediate cannabis strains. It appears here with permission.

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The Cannigma

JULY 21, 2021

The acclaimed cannabis chemovar (strain) “ Headband ” was named as one of the three most popular for migraine and headache patients, in a new study released in June, 2021. The study , compiled by Dr. Eric Baron from the Cleveland Clinic and Philippe Lucas from cannabis firm Tilray , surveyed 346 migraine patients using cannabis.

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United Patients Group

MARCH 18, 2024

With the growing acceptance and legalization of cannabis in various regions, the market for cannabis products has significantly expanded, leading to a wide variety of cannabis edibles available for consumers. Conversely, a product with a high THC content is better suited for those looking for stronger psychoactive effects.

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Illinois News Joint

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Cannabis is wildly variant, and different characteristics are revealed by each product category. Purple Churro is a hybrid cross of Cinnamon Horchata and Apples and Bananas, originally created by Compound Genetics. Purple Churro is a hybrid cross of Cinnamon Horchata and Apples and Bananas, originally created by Compound Genetics.

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Illinois News Joint

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Despite claiming the 3rd largest legal cannabis market in America, Illinois has relatively few “signature” strains. Fox River Chem is a hybrid Chemdog cross. This batch of flower tested at 0.47% THC, 24.58% THCa, and 25.05% total cannabinoids. To learn more about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 23, 2024

While I’m a big fan of the “shop by genetics” approach for cannabis, flying blind also can treat you to some special surprises now and then. Forbidden Razittles is an indica -eaning hybrid cross of an unknown strain and Zkittlez. Forbidden Razittles is an indica -eaning hybrid cross of an unknown strain and Zkittlez.

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Illinois News Joint

FEBRUARY 3, 2024

Windy City Mints is a hybrid cross of Triangle Mints and Kush Mints. This batch of flower tested at 1.11% THC, 25.575% THCa, and 27.144% total cannabinoids. To learn more about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here. For more Illinois cannabis industry news, visit here.

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The Cannigma

JULY 26, 2021

This article first appeared in Analytical Cannabis. From the analysis of ancient pollen, scientists had already previously determined that modern cannabis evolved in Central Asia on the Tibetan Plateau millions of years ago. Ancestors of modern cannabis are likely to have been first domesticated in Neolithic China.

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Illinois News Joint

JULY 6, 2023

While I love tailoring my consumption for specific needs, settings, and times, there’s a certain charm to the jack-of-all-trades hybrid. Rythm recently added a new spectrum-center hybrid to its genetic lineup, Fat Billy. Fat Billy is a hybrid cross of GMO and Wilson. For more Illinois cannabis industry news, visit here.

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MMJ Recs

JANUARY 17, 2024

As the legal landscape surrounding cannabis continues to evolve, an increasing number of arthritis patients are turning to this plant for potential relief. The cannabinoids found in cannabis, particularly cannabidiol (CBD) and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), have demonstrated potent anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

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Illinois News Joint

MAY 21, 2024

No matter how much innovation happens in cannabis, consumers will look for skunky, earthy, old school flavors. Picked up at Sunnyside Champaign , TK-91 is a hybrid cross of Triangle Kush and Chem 91. This batch of flower tested at 0.85% THC, 25.55% THCa, and 26.4% For more Illinois cannabis industry news, visit here.

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Illinois News Joint

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Wedding Mints is a hybrid cross of Wedding Cake and Sinmint Cookies. CBDa, 1.97% Delta 9 THC, 77.79% THCa, and 83.11% total cannabinoids. Even with the terpene heavy texture and THC crystals, the budder was easy to manipulate and dose. To learn more about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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Illinois News Joint

MAY 15, 2024

Blu Bomb Pop is a hybrid cross of Candy Rain and Blulato. This batch of flower tested at 0.52% THC, 25.7% Blu Bomb Pop struck as a center spectrum hybrid more than the indica label on the jar. To learn more about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here. For more Illinois cannabis industry news, visit here.

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Illinois News Joint

AUGUST 25, 2024

Both cannabis and hops are part of the same genetic family, cannabaceae. Nature’s Grace and Wellness and Chicago brewer Half Acre also see the synergy between the two plants, teaming up to create a line of “hop cured” cannabis products. Sweet Tea is a hybrid cross of Cali-O, Alcatraz OG, and Space Queen.

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Illinois News Joint

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Kanha Fruit Punch Fusion Fast Acting Gummies come as a 10-pack of gummies with 10mg of THC per piece. The ingredients are tapioca syrup, cane sugar, water, gelatin, agar, locust bean gum, carnauba wax, citric acid, natural flavor, natural color, VESIsorbNanotech, cannabis oil, and natural hybrid terpenes.

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Medicinal Marijuana Association

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

The world of cannabis offers a myriad of options tailored for relaxation. Hybrid varieties such as Blue Dream offer balanced bliss with uplifting effects and relaxation. Hybrids can provide a mix of relaxation and euphoria, making them suitable for both daytime and nighttime use.

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Illinois News Joint

APRIL 16, 2024

Jelly Roll is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Jokerz 31 and Gastropop. This batch of flower tested at 0.75% THC, 24.23% THCa, and 26.18% total cannabinoids. Jelly Roll leaned more towards center-spectrum hybrid than indica, leaving me calm but stopping short of relaxing me enough for sleep.

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Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 25, 2024

Johnny Apple Seed is a hybrid cross of Cereal Milk and Apple Fritter, originally bred by Elev8. This batch of flower tested at 0.52% THC, 21.19% THCa, and 22.05% total cannabinoids. To learn more about cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here. For more Illinois cannabis industry news, visit here.

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Illinois News Joint

APRIL 17, 2025

Pacific Pie is a hybrid cross of Apples & Bananas and Georgia Pie. This batch of flower tested at 0.487% THC, 30.523% THCa, and 31.011% total cannabinoids. ILNJ pjhoto For more Illinois cannabis industry news, subscribe to Illinois News Joints newsletter here. To find cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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Illinois News Joint

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

During the JCAR meeting, David Lakeman, the Division Manager for Cannabis and Hemp at IDOA, reiterated three times that the new rulemakings were not intended to change the definition of hemp and that “IDOA has no authority or intent to ban hemp products via the rulemaking process.” To find cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.

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