Proper Irrigation is the Key to Growing Cannabis
It’s nothing new: Hemp is hard to grow. It has high nutrient and water demands, plus it is a labour-intensive crop. But you shouldn’t let this deter you. The time…
Everything you need to know about pesticides and insecticides
Pesticides are substances that are used on foods to protect them from diseases and pests. There are different kinds of pesticides that are used for different reasons. For example: herbicides…
CBD vs THC: The Differences, Benefits and Effects
Cannabidiol (CBD) and Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) are just two of the many different cannabinoids found in marijuana. When in the body, CBD and THC interact with cannabinoid receptors to help treat…
The Cannabis Industry is Growing
As we look to the future of cannabis and its place in society, both socially, medicinally and as a natural, eco-conscious ingredient, we can expect more flexibility when considering its…
How and when to harvest hemp
When cultivating cannabis for personal use or CBD production, harvesting hemp at the correct time and growth stage is crucial. The presence of mildew or mould will lower the value…
Choosing the correct hemp trimmers for your needs
Sooner or later, most cannabis growers will want to upgrade from hand trimming to investing in hemp trimmers to save on manual labour and improve output and efficiency. Or maybe…
Get started with cannabis cultivation
Gone are the days when cannabis cultivation brought to mind an image of scruffy hippies sneakily growing cannabis in their closets under UV lights. Since the Constitutional Court legalised the…
Cannabis oil – how to extract it?
Cannabis oil, also known as Cannabidiol or CBD, is a compound extracted from cannabis. It is a type of cannabinoid, the chemicals naturally found in marijuana plants. Even though cannabis…
MAKING CANNABIS INFUSED BUTTER FOR EDIBLES
Making cannabis butter is the easiest way to make cannabis-infused edibles. Making this butter can be a bit tricky, as it is important to use the right temperature to activate…