Cannabis tinctures are a great delivery system. Cannabis and hemp are soaked in either high-proof alcohol or a fat such as coconut oil, and the result offers a whole profile of the extracted plant, including a full range of THC, CBD, and other cannabinoids and terpenes. It’s an ancient way of
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Vapocalypse 2019: Avoid Illicit Cartridges
We still don’t have all the answers about the recent rash of vaping-related hospitalizations and deaths, but among the information recently emerging is that some of these cases are related to illicit THC cartridges, AKA products from the black market. Such markets thrive in states that do not have a regulated
Is Oregon’s Oversupply of Cannabis a Myth?
The biggest story about Oregon cannabis in 2019 has been just how much of it we have—by most accounts, a six-year supply. Like a long-forgotten, dried-out joint, this story caught fire quickly, and burned hot. No matter where I traveled in the US this year, whenever someone learned I was from Oregon
Five Cannabis Brands You Should Know
Corporations suck, and so does corporate cannabis. Buy and get high locally with these stellar Oregon brands. 7 Points Oregon Cannabis The first time I heard of a “veganic growing” method, I thought was being punked for an episode of Portlandia. But the choice to forgo all animal products, such as manure or
The Cannabis Science Conference Is Returning To Portland
Are you into the science of cannabis? No, for real though—do you bore people to tears with your excited, long-winded ravings abut weed, using fancy 75-cent words? (I don't do that, okay?) Are graphs, charts, and PowerPoint presentations about cannabis what makes you happy? Then it's time to go, get your
The Pechoti Method Delivers Cannabinoids Through Your Belly Button
There are many ways to consume cannabis: smoking, vaping, eating, sublingually, topically, and even via rectal and vaginal suppositories. All have their particular benefits, and that list would seemingly encompass everymanner of getting THC and CBD into your body—except for cannabis nasal sprays and ear drops, because I’m not sure
Mary Janes: The Women of Weed
Women have taken leadership roles in every conceivable aspect of the cannabis industry, and a recent documentary captures the depth and diversity of the successes of these women, whom the filmmakers have dubbed "Puffragettes," as you well know from the classic David Bowie track "Puffragette City." (Goddammit, Josh...—Ed.) On Wednesday, July
An Exclusive Interview with Phylos Bioscience CEO Mowgli Holmes
On May 10, 2019 I sat down with Phylos Bioscience CEO Mowgli Holmes and Phylos Director of Marketing Paige Hewlett for an interview. I wanted to talk about the negative response from the cannabis community to Phylos' announcement that they would be entering the cannabis breeding business. You can read more about
Cannabis Social Equity Grants Now Available
Illegal Cannabis Grows On Federal Lands Down in Oregon, Washington
Among the bad things cannabis prohibition wrought was the environmental damage brought on by illicit growers who secretly set up shop in our big, beautiful national forests. These growers weren't striving for permaculture—no Clean Green organic certification in these operation. In fact, one of the not-so-secret shames of the cannabis industry
Get To Know Nelson and Company Organics
Over the past year, I've steadily increased my use of concentrates.The formats in which they're now available, and the brands that produce them, have exploded like a drunk dude open-blasting butane hash oil in his apartment. The price has also dropped, as Oregon's cannabis oversupply issue has led to increasing
The Open Cannabis Project Is Shutting Down
The last couple of weeks in the Oregon cannabis industry have been filled with confusion, accusations, and pain over announcements made by Phylos Bioscience. Last night, news broke that in relation to the still-developing situation, the Open Cannabis Project (OCP) is shutting down on May 31, 2019. The Open Cannabis Project
Cannabis Grow Licenses In Oregon May Be Limited
Earlier this year, a state bill to limit new recreational cannabis licenses was defeated, with an argument coming from Republicans that the cannabis industry should be dealt with by the free market like any other commodity. A new bill could change that. Per KTVZ, a Central Oregon NBC affiliate, Senate Bill 218
