By JK Dears I’ve been in this line of work long enough to see just about every kind of hemp product—good, bad, and everything in between. Most folks focus on volume. Bigger crops, bigger extracts, bigger numbers on a label. But every now and then, someone comes along who reminds you that craft still matters […]
Author: Julio Kuhn
How Growers Can Build Strong Partnerships With Small-Batch Makers
By JK Dears In this business, we talk a lot about yields, genetics, extraction rates, and market prices. What we don’t talk about enough is where our crop actually ends up—and how partnering with the right small-batch makers can stabilize demand, improve reputation, and build long-term value for everyone involved. A lot of growers overlook […]
12 Proven CBD Link Building Strategies to Boost Your Rankings
In the competitive landscape of CBD marketing, link building plays an important part in improving online visibility and increasing search engine rankings. This article explores the fundamentals of CBD link building, its significance for SEO, and strategies to improve visibility. From creating high-quality content to engaging with influencers and utilizing social media, twelve proven techniques can improve your CBD brand online. Prepare to make the most […]
What Farm Machines Are Used to Cut Hemp?
Hemp may be a cousin to cannabis, but when it comes to harvesting, think more cornfield than indoor grow tent. Once that hemp crop hits maturity, you’re going to need real equipment—not scissors and a couple of friends with good knees. So, let’s talk about the machines doing the heavy lifting when it’s time to […]
How Hemp Extract Becomes CBD Cream
If you’re rubbing a CBD cream into your back and wondering how that hemp got turned into something smooth and spreadable—pull up a chair. Here’s how the process works, start to finish. Step 1: Grow the Hemp It all starts in the field. Farmers grow hemp strains that are high in CBD and low in […]
Using Supplemental Lighting & More For Cannabis Grows
Cannabis doesn’t care if it’s cloudy or if daylight hours are short—it needs consistent light to stay on track. If you’re growing in a greenhouse or hoop house, and you’re relying on natural sunlight alone, you’re leaving yield on the table. On overcast days or during winter months, growth slows down fast. 1. Use Supplemental […]
California’s Best Places to Grow (If You Don’t Want to Go Broke Doing It)
Now that California’s gone green for good, large-scale cannabis cultivation is no longer a backwoods secret—it’s a full-blown industry. But if you think grabbing a license is a shortcut to becoming a cannabis kingpin, take a breath. Ask anyone who burned money in Colorado or Washington trying to grow weed like it was tomatoes. Fast […]
From Soil to Spoils: Best Places in Cali to Grow a Killer Crop
California’s diverse landscapes offer cannabis cultivators a variety of environments, each with its own set of advantages and challenges. Let’s explore some of the prime regions for cannabis cultivation in the Golden State. 1. Northern California and the Emerald Triangle Comprising Humboldt, Mendocino, and Trinity counties, the Emerald Triangle has long been synonymous with cannabis […]