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Optimizing Solventless Hash and Rosin Production: How to Avoid Common Mistakes
Solventless cannabis extracts are no longer a niche offering. From small boutique producers to large-scale commercial operations, cultivators are tapping into the growing demand for high-quality, chemical-free concentrates. Among the most in-demand solventless products are bubble hash and hash rosin, both of which emphasize flavor, potency, and purity. This article explores how to optimize solventless…
Read MoreConveyor Belt Maintenance: A Complete Guide
In any high-production facility, conveyor belts do more than move products — they set the pace for your entire operation. If the belt stops, so does everything else, making conveyor belt maintenance one of your most important tasks. Mobius conveyors are trusted by commercial-scale cultivators who can’t afford downtime or product contamination, and this article…
Read MoreHow to Maximize Trichome and Terpene Preservation During Cannabis Processing
Preserving terpenes and trichomes during cannabis processing is critical to maintaining product quality, potency, and consumer appeal. However, these delicate compounds are highly susceptible to degradation during processing due to factors like heat, oxygen exposure, and improper handling. This article will explore the best practices for maintaining trichome integrity and terpene content during post-harvest cannabis…
Read MoreHow to Get the Most Profit from Each Harvest: Sorting by Bud Size for Maximum Yields
Sorting cannabis by bud size is an essential step for maximizing yield, preserving quality, and increasing profits. By categorizing flower buds into A buds, B buds, and shake or trim, cultivators can optimize pricing per pound, ensure product quality and consistency, and streamline post-harvest processing. This article explores the impact of bud size on profitability…
Read MoreWater Activity vs. Moisture Content: Essential Insights for Optimal Cannabis Trimming
In the cannabis industry, various factors influence the potency and overall quality of your products. These factors can also affect their longevity, shelf-life, and profit potential. Water activity and moisture content are two crucial factors that can be easily fumbled, degrading overall product quality. Although the terms “moisture content” and “water activity” might seem similar…
Read MoreOptimal Processing Room Conditions: Achieving Ideal Cannabis Humidity and Temperature Levels
In the competitive cannabis industry, precision is crucial. For a cannabis grower to scale their operations effectively, maintain quality, and boost profits, they need comprehensive control over everything — including the temperature and humidity levels plants are exposed to throughout each stage of processing. The temperature and humidity of your processing room play a pivotal…
Read MoreCannabis Cultivation Facility Design
The cannabis industry is growing at a phenomenal rate. Much of this is attributed to global legalization and evolving industry standards. In fact, the revenue in this industry is expected to reach $444.34 billion by 2023. However, for cultivators and processors to carve a space for themselves in this market, they first need to design…
Read MoreThe Complete Guide to Vertically Integrated Cannabis Operations
The concept of a vertically integrated cannabis operation has become increasingly significant to cultivators in recent years, as the market has undergone rapid growth. Increasing legalization and acceptance of medical and recreational cannabis worldwide is facilitating the development of an exceptional market opportunity. By 2030, analysts predict this market will grow at a CAGR of…
Read MoreA Comprehensive Guide to Cannabis Quality Control
As the cannabis industry evolves, the demand for stringent and effective quality control measures is increasing. In virtually every landscape where regulated legal models for cannabis production and selling are emerging, so too are strict quality assurance (QA) and control methods. For instance, Canada was one of the first countries to introduce specific guidelines related…
Read MoreGMP for Cannabis: An Introduction for Cultivators
Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidelines provide business owners with a system of processes to ensure medicinal and pharmaceutical products meet specific standards. These protocols cover all aspects of manufacturing a product, from sourcing materials according to standards to preserving the cleanliness of equipment and the processing environment. As the cannabis industry continues to grow, GMP…
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