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What is PGR cannabis and how can you spot it?

The Cannigma

In the mad scramble to capitalize on the higher demand for weed due to increased legalization, some cultivators have resorted to questionable growing methods. Arguably, the most notorious of these “cultivation hacks” is the use of PGRs. Instead, what customers get are artificially dense nugs with mild trichome counts.

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Cannabis Bioengineering : The Wave of the Future

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THC is primarily located on small outgrowths of the plant known as trichomes. If you study your cannabis flower closely, you’ll be able to see these trichomes. Because only the trichomes produce cannabinoids, much of the plant is often wasted—although there are some low-yield uses for the stems and leaves. Is that a good thing?

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How Medical Marijuana is Cultivated, Processed, and Distributed in the USA

MMJ Recs

In this guide, we’re exploring the intricate journey of the medical marijuana cultivation process including distribution, various techniques, regulations, and trends shaping the industry. Medical Marijuana Cultivation Process The journey of medical marijuana begins with cultivation.

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Cultivating Knowledge: The Science and Art of Growing Medical Marijuana at Home in Florida

MMJ Recs

One significant aspect of this evolution is the ability of individuals to cultivate their own medical marijuana at home. In states like Florida, where medical marijuana is legal, home cultivation has become a topic of interest, blending the science of horticulture with the art of cultivating a medicinal plant.

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The Importance of Proper Cannabis Storage: Tips for Patients

MMJ Recs

Yet, achieving its therapeutic benefits doesn’t solely depend on its cultivation or consumption. Remember to handle your cannabis with care to avoid damaging the delicate trichomes, which contain the cannabinoids and terpenes responsible for their therapeutic effects.

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Wild cannabis: what is ditch weed and can you use it?

The Cannigma

Most of the ditch weed in the US is remnants of a time when hemp cultivation was not only legal, but an important piece of the United State’s manufacturing. Feral cannabis plants, on the other hand, are left to the whims of nature, so they’re not as heavy in trichomes. Related Stories. The 8 easiest cannabis seeds to grow.

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The Process of Producing Medical Marijuana and Ensuring Quality

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In this guide, we’re exploring the step-by-step process of producing medical marijuana — including cultivating, harvesting, testing — while emphasizing the importance of quality control and assurance throughout the production cycle. Select seeds from reputable breeders known for producing stable genetics.