Are Hand Trimmed Buds Really Better Than Machine Trimmed Buds? 20 years ago, the only method that was available to trim bud was by hand. While this process is a slow one, it is also very thorough—in fact many professionals in the industry still adhere to this method and swear Read more…
Colorado, and the vast majority of other cannabis markets have seen a surge in consumer demand for products with the largest THC percentages. More often than not consumers associate THC levels with the potency of the “high”, however—this is a false assumption. For instance, there are strains of cannabis grown Read more…
Synthetic Compounds, Like Spice and K2, Vs Cannabis Our nation has become divided on its views regarding the safety and benefits of recreational and medicinal marijuana—but unfortunately some are misled into thinking marijuana attributed deaths are caused from natural cannabis and not synthetic marijuana. However, we know that not all Read more…
Let’s Take a Deeper Look at Cannabinoids. Our beloved Cannabis plant contains a variety of compounds called cannabinoids, most of which have never been discovered anywhere else on the planet. How many different types of cannabinoids are there, exactly? That’s hard to answer. You’ll often hear people claim that dozens, or even Read more…
Topical Vs. Transdermal: Is There a Difference? Transdermal and topical medications are some of the most widely used over the counter and prescription treatments used for various conditions worldwide—and while they are common, there is a ton of confusion regarding the differences between transdermal and topical formulations. The Main Difference Read more…
Should I Give My Pet CBD? CBD for pets? Many people ask this question, and we are happy to answer! Cannabidiol (CBD) is one of the most active compounds found in the cannabis plant that has been scientifically proven to have acute balancing and healing effects on all mammals in the Read more…
Relatively new to the concentrate scene, live resin is quickly becoming a favorite among the cannabis connoisseur community—so what exactly is it, and what makes it so special? As with anything, advancements in technology play a huge role in the evolution of cannabis cultivation, and in the fall of 2013, Read more…
How to Refill A Northern Standard Cartridge – One of the many reasons we love Northern Standard is because all of their vape oil cartridges are 100% refillable, and for those of you who need a thorough step by step process to refill your Northern Standard cartridge and to learn Read more…
The Differences between Concentrates and Distillate: The emergence of cannabis into mainstream culture and the medical field has led to new and improved methods of consumption. For instance, concentrates were developed to give consumers a faster, stronger, high with less smoke inhalation damage on their lungs while still getting benefits Read more…
Crafting the Perfect High Potency Edible Edibles are a classic staple in the world of cannabis. A necessity among those who require smokeless options for enjoying cannabis— as well as for those who are looking to take a break or are looking to spice up the monotony of toking. The Read more…