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What are trichomes?

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If you’re familiar with the stickiness of good bud, then you’re already familiar with the peculiar term of ‘trichomes’. Trichomes comes from the Greek word Trích?ma In weed’s case, trichomes are the sticky-icky microscopic crystals that contain the plant’s beneficial cannabinoids and terpenes. What are trichomes?

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An Introduction to Cannabis Trichomes

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

If you’re not already familiar with the ins and outs of the cannabis plant, then you might not know about cannabis trichomes. How can trichomes best be utilized by cannabis fans? Today, we’d like to answer each of these questions and give our readers a thorough overview of cannabis trichomes. What Are the Trichomes on Cannabis?

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What to do with weed stems

The Cannigma

Be it Nepalese “temple ball hash,” black Indian “charas,” or sweet golden brown Moroccan hash , the same principles apply — use your hands and some basic tools to to remove the dry, THC-containing trichomes (also known as “kief” ) from the flowers and leaves of the plants, and press it into hash. Make a tincture.

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The Process of Producing Medical Marijuana and Ensuring Quality

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It encompasses several essential steps aimed at nurturing and optimizing plant growth and development: Seed Selection and Germination: The process begins with the careful selection of quality seeds, which are crucial for cultivating premium medical marijuana strains. Select seeds from reputable breeders known for producing stable genetics.

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A Complete Guide to Cannabis Concentrates

Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

At a legal dispensary, look for the certificate of analysis for each “strain” or type of plant/extract to find the right ratio of THC to CBD for you. THC and CBD Tinctures. Tinctures are consumed orally and provide a great “smokeless” option for many. Hash is made from the resin glands, called “trichomes.”

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

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Other techniques include mechanical separation, such as using sieves or presses, to extract trichomes from the plant material. Medical Marijuana Manufacturing Process The manufacturing process for medical marijuana products involves converting raw cannabis material into finished products, such as oils, tinctures, edibles, and topical creams.

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What is CBGA?

The Cannigma

The CBGA is made within the trichome of the cannabis plant and is converted by specific enzymes into other cannabinoids. Products containing CBGA are available in many forms and are particularly popular as oral products including CBGA capsules and CBGA tinctures. What is the difference between CBG and CBGa?