terpenes

In a pioneering effort to change the way cannabis products are flavored, Shareef El-Sissi has turned his sights to terpenes, the aromatic compounds responsible for the distinctive smells of cannabis. As SFGATE reported, El-Sissi, former CEO of a cannabis company, founded Terpene Belt Farms in 2017...

Cannatrol, a company specializing in post-harvest cannabis processing, partnered with the Cannabis Research Coalition (CRC) to to explore the impact of vapor pressure stability on cannabis quality. Research findings reveal how advanced post-harvest drying methods impact cannabis flower quality,...

In a significant finding, Abstrax Tech's research has unveiled a new class of compounds associated with the unique citrus and tropical scents found in specific cannabis strains. These compounds, identified by the terpene provider, are distinct from commonly known terpenes such as d-Limonene and...

This article was originally published on The Fresh Toast and appears here with permission. Marijuana strains are the most straightforward way to catalog cannabis, even if these labels aren’t the most accurate. Marijuana users and sellers put a lot of weight on strains. With more legal weed,...

This article was originally published on The Cannabis Community and appears here with permission. Limonene is one of the most prominent terpenes found in cannabis and is known for its citrusy fragrance and potential health benefits. In this article, we will explore what limonene is, how it...

This article was originally published on The Cannabis Community and appears here with permission. Pinene is an abundant terpene found in several plants with a fragrance that is described as fresh, earthy, and woody. In cannabis, strains high in pinene are typically known to have a distinct pine...

This article was originally published on The Cannabis Community and appears here with permission. Myrcene is one of the most abundant terpenes found in the cannabis plant. It is known to give certain cannabis strains an enhanced flavor and aroma. In this article, we will explore what...

This article was originally published on Skunk and appears here with permission. Spring is a time of renewal and growth; nowhere is this more apparent than in the natural world. As the weather warms up and the days get longer, plants begin to bloom and release their signature scents. One group of...

This article was originally published on 2Fast4Buds and appears here with permission. Don't waste your buds! Improper storage can ruin a stash. We cover the best ways to preserve your flowers' flavor, potency, and aroma. You've put two months of effort into cultivating the perfect...

This article was originally published on Leafly and appears here with permission. Weed has a giveaway odor. It clings to car interiors, lingers in rooms long after the joint has been smoked, and hangs around people who smoke it regularly. Most plants emit a unique smell, but cannabis carries a...

This article was originally published on Cannabis.net and appears here with permission. Cannabidiol (CBD) and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) are the most widely researched compounds in the cannabis plant, and for good reason. CBD is renowned for its anxiolytic, anti-inflammatory, and...

Jushi Holdings, Inc, (CSE: JUSH) (OTC: JUSHF) has launched its first line of solventless live rosin extracts by its award-winning brand The Lab, already well-known for delivering high-quality, precision vape products and concentrates. The new top-shelf product line, produced purely...

This article was originally published on Cannabis & Tech Today and appears here with permission. You may have heard about the compounds within the cannabis plant that give it smell, color, and taste but you probably didn’t know these compounds are split between flavonoids and terpenes. In...

This article was originally published on The Bluntness and appears here with permission. What are cannabis terpenes? Better yet, what is your favorite cannabis strain and why? The two questions go hand-in-hand. In fact, if you only focus on THC versus CBD when selecting cannabis products, you...

This article by Charles McElroy was originally published on Goldleaf, and appears here with permission. Terpenes can be found in most all species of flora. They are chiefly responsible for the aromatic and flavor diversity in the plant kingdom.  Simple chemical compounds, terpenes...