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Many Illinoisans have been waiting for two years for licensed craft growers to start cultivating products, and now, nearly two years later, it’s happening. Oregonix Farm combines 35 years of cultivation experience and specializes in using the most advanced technologies. One of those new craft growers is Oregonix Farms in Huntley.
When nuEra announced their acquisition of ieso and the establishment of the Interstate 420 label in May of this year, it piqued my interest, mainly because the cultivation facility is located less than a half-hour drive from my home. The aroma inside the mylar was a unique blend of overripe plum, red wine, fresh berry, hops, and cut grass.
I went for a longer 72-day cut to really give the trichomes time to ripen, hung to dry, trimmed, then cured for 14 days in Mason jars. All information presented here is not meant as a substitute for or alternative to information from healthcare practitioners. To find cannabis-friendly events in Illinois, visit here.
The cultivators at Bedford Grow know this well, and they’ve been running a huge list of crosses based on (3rd Coast Panama Chunk and Amnesia Haze) with some solid results we’ve written about before (see list at end of review). Anyone growing cannabis for a while knows, never let great genetics go to waste.
While some cultivators use the Illinois High Times Magazine People’s Choice Cannabis Cup as an opportunity to showcase new genetics, some cultivators aim for the gold by entering well-known blockbusters. The trim was close and left a rounded bud and an exposed milky and sparkling trichome layer.
A few weeks ago, I ran into John Grown #39, who let us know about a new strain he cultivated: Dream Cloud. This Dream Cloud takes about 64 days to flower (under a Growers Republic 780W Full Spectrum light) and produces large olive-green buds covered in creamy trichomes with protruding rust-colored pistils.
ILNJ photos Two large cola tips and a small popcorn piece carried a uniform lime-green base tone, accented by some deep-forest-green sugar-leaf remnants, wispy outreaching orange hairs, and a glistening milky trichome frost. IC Collective has drying and curing skills that exceed many Illinois cultivators.
With the ever-expanding array of cultivated cultivars, it becomes crucial to take notice when a strain garners a devoted fan base. Over the last few years, The Glove has managed to cultivate its own small yet enthusiastic group of fans. Tales & Travels has recently released a fresh batch of this strain.
Bedford Grow has been continuously cultivating new strains, and when it recently launched a few new cultivars to its wide library, I picked up from Maribis of Springfield a couple samples, including this White Cherry Wedding Cake. This batch of flower tested at 21.38% THCa, 0.86% Delta-9-THC, 0.33% CBGa, and 22.57% total cannabinoids.
That’s why I get excited when I see in-state cultivators using Compound Genetics; I know cultivators started with quality. The trichome frost covering the buds was milky but sparkled when held up to the light. Primary terpenes included limonene, β-caryophyllene, linalool, α-terpineol, and endo-fenchyl alcohol.
But 28g of premium flower from Illinois cultivators were few and far between, and the bulk buy often didn’t warrant enough of a discounted price for the purchase. I recently received an email inquiring about which cultivators in Illinois are now selling ounces of flower, so I had to check.
Old heads spoke of special growing techniques, special locations it could be cultivated, and of course, about how much higher it could get you. Core coloration of bright-turf green was almost entirely shrouded by deep-purple pieces of sticky-sugar leaf and an amber-trichome frost concentrated at the creases.
I’m happy to see cultivators working with new genetics, but what really excites me is the allure of running into strains I’d never encountered before. Turf green with some remaining deep-royal-purple sugar leaves, these buds were scruffy with a rough trim but fully intact trichomes that had been protected by the extra vegetation.
Nowadays, whenever I come across the strain, I pick up a sample, if only to compare it to the flowers I cultivate myself. They were meticulously trimmed into Christmas tree shapes, with a bright green color and a sparkling, milky trichome frost covering them. I was so impressed by the cultivar that I sourced a clone for my own garden.
As mentioned, a few Illinois cultivators always grab my attention when they drop new genetics. ILNJ photo These flowers were highly photogenic with a base tone of forest green and splashes of royal purple underneath and plenty of fire orange hairs, all of it coated in a dense and sparkling milky trichome frost.
The strain Super Buff Cherry is having its time in the spotlight with multiple sightings on Illinois menus, and the latest label to drop a cut is craft cultivator One Day. All information presented here is not meant as a substitute for or alternative to information from healthcare practitioners.
I’ve already sampled the secret sauce cartridges from new craft cultivator Cannect Wellness , but I’ve been waiting to get my hands on some of the labels flower before making my full judgment. The trichome frost was visible on the surface and had just started the transition from milky to amber.
A few Illinois cultivators have already created specific namesakes strains, and I enjoy seeing the list grow. Trichomes were visible as amber-colored frost kissing the outside. All information presented here is not meant as a substitute for or alternative to information from healthcare practitioners.
Daze Off is a new label from the cultivator producing Aerīz products, offering a new concept for the Illinois market: blends of two strains sold together in one jar. The MSG presented as thinner flowers with darker, deep purple hues and quite a few sugar leaf pieces left. So anything new or different gets my attention.
When that cultivator is growing a strain that I’ve never even heard of, well that cranks the novelty to 10, and I have to try it out. Thick trichome frost covered the buds and concentrated at the creases where sugar leaves had once been. It’s always a treat when I get to try a cannabis label I’ve never tried.
Some cultivators tend to use secondary brands as dumping grounds for B-buds and failed experiments, but Revolution Cannabis has been treating its Tales & Travels spin-off brand with utmost care. Additionally, each bud boasted a glistening, milky white trichome frost, creating some real bag appeal.
Diesel or gas-heavy flavor profiles seem to have befallen this fate in the Illinois market with less cultivators focused on the classic flavor. The trichomes, concentrated at the creases of the flower, were starting the transition from milky to amber. I picked up a sample at Star Buds Burbank to see if the name lived up to its promise.
This included stunted plants, low trichome production, weak stems and so on. . Very early on, we knew there was this problem in the industry where plants wouldn’t produce: low yields, low trichomes. READ MORE: The ‘Dudders’ Case or: How Legalization Opened the Door for Cultivators to Embrace Science .
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. It also hinges significantly on proper cannabis storage.
One benefit to the expansion of licensed cultivators in Illinois is a wider genetic variety available to consumers. Wiry, outreaching orange hairs and a frost of ambering trichomes added another layer of variety to the visual appeal. Labels such as Flora embody this, consistently releasing new (and sometimes obscure) cultivars.
Two strain legends that have formed big important chapters in the history of cannabis: Skunk #1 as the mainspring of modern cannabis cultivation, Super Skunk as its ingenious breeder’s advancement and epitome of extremely potent “nederwiet” in the 1990s. Says Ellis D., “I puts Sensi’s autoflowering racer on the test track. BUY HERE ›› .
While some cultivators take the time to produce custom art for select strains, Legacy curates one-off bags and jars for its entire lineup. Solidly milky, the trichome layer brought further highlight to the visual profile. Jahmba Juice is a hybrid cross of Strawberry Cough and Banana OG.
That timeline has significantly shortened with cultivators such as Cannect Wellness tapping into strong genetics. Large solidly milky-colored-trichome heads were visible with the naked eye. All information presented here is not meant as a substitute for or alternative to information from healthcare practitioners.
Strain hunter and cannabis cultivator Ed Rosenthal stumbled upon the naturally grown Durban Poison in the 1970s. Durban Poison’s lovely flavors, smells and appearance present users with the most pleasurable body high. . Cultivators often grow Durban Poison in large quantities because of its spacious, white trichomes.
This trichome laden strain affects both the head and body with an 18-25% average THC and 1% CBD level, first affecting the mind, then the limbs. A well-cultivated batch will produce large and dense nugs, covered with a layer of trichomes that frosts all its tips. Hybrid (80% indica, 20% sativa). What is Purple Punch cannabis?
This included stunted plants, low trichome production, weak stems and so on. . Very early on, we knew there was this problem in the industry where plants wouldn’t produce: low yields, low trichomes. READ MORE: The ‘Dudders’ Case or: How Legalization Opened the Door for Cultivators to Embrace Science .
While I love the convenience and simplicity of prerolls, I don’t believe they give a full picture of a cultivator’s talents. I recently reviewed a couple prerolls from craft cultivator Galaxy Labs that left me looking forward to trying its full flower eighths.
This included stunted plants, low trichome production, weak stems and so on. . Very early on, we knew there was this problem in the industry where plants wouldn’t produce: low yields, low trichomes. READ MORE: The ‘Dudders’ Case or: How Legalization Opened the Door for Cultivators to Embrace Science .
This included stunted plants, low trichome production, weak stems and so on. . Very early on, we knew there was this problem in the industry where plants wouldn’t produce: low yields, low trichomes. READ MORE: The ‘Dudders’ Case or: How Legalization Opened the Door for Cultivators to Embrace Science .
Because it can be easily grown, Bubba Kush is recommended to any new cannabis cultivators. Covered with frosty, white trichomes, the Bubba Kush strain replicates a sugary coat sprinkled on the outside. From reducing stress to improving one’s state of mind, Bubba Kush presents consumers with the best soothing high.
As just a quick high-level explanation (pun intended), think of “cultivar” as “cultivated variety.” ” Meaning, a cultivar is what a grower might cultivate. However, terpene molecules are also present and provide hemp and cannabis with their unique aromas, such as floral, citrus, pine, and diesel.
Increasing the production of THC in plants, either by increasing the production of this cannabinoid in the plant’s trichomes, or causing them to produce it in other parts of the plant as well, generating massive production. Increase in trichomes. Below, we present some of them and what they are currently working on.
Cannabis terpenes are produced in the trichomes – specialized hairs that are mushroom-shaped and cover the flowers/leaves of the plant. It is present in ginseng, sage, cloves, basil and black pepper. Strain genetics and the method by which plants are cultivated affect terpenes. . Alpha and Beta Pinene.
The yellow-colored buds of the remedy strain are tucked underneath what seems to be a sheath of crystal trichomes. For newbie growers, this strain might present a hard time simply because it is harder to cultivate due to the inability to obtain it as the other strains.
Although Trichoderma presents no risk to cannabis consumers or patients, it is a fungus, and it will contribute to a Total Yeast and Mold count. To better understand this problem, let’s explore why Trichoderma is used in cannabis cultivation and how it interacts with the plant. What is Trichoderma?
To ensure the safety and quality of cannabis products, some jurisdictions set limits on the amount of yeast and mold that can be present. Credit: Zamir Punja, PhD Density of pistils and trichomes Cannabis consumers may not be the only ones who are attracted to frosty buds.
While it is common to hear that cannabis “grows like a weed,” there is much more to cultivating quality cannabis than just planting it and letting nature do the rest. They are parallel in the beginning cultivation stages and become more irregular throughout the plant’s growth cycle. Each trichome is made up of a stalk and head.
The dark green and purple buds were dense and spade-shaped with a heavy coating of creamy trichomes. The patient requested this information be released: John Grow #38 can be found @city_of_wiind and said, “Feel free to hit me up for any cultivation questions/advice.” The aroma and flavor were complex.
The dense buds were drenched in trichomes with dark-orange pistils flaring out. The patient requested this information be released: John Grow #38 can be found @city_of_wiind and said, “Feel free to hit me up for any cultivation questions/advice.” Animal Face is a hybrid cross of Face Off OG and Animal Mints.
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