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What Are the Best Professional Marijuana Courses?Are you brand new to growing? Want a foolproof, step by step guide to take you through your first grow, day by day? Want to avoid the most common—and most costly—rookie mistakes? Want to become a certified cannabis professional? If so, you’re not alone. In fact, maybe you didn’t even know that there are different …What Are the Best Professional Marijuana Courses? Read More »
Cannabis Profit TipsNeed More Profits from Your Cannabis Products? If you are wondering where all the money in growing cannabis went, read this article from a very experienced grower who has some insights about growing weed for money that might have escaped the small cannabis producer. Joshua Haupt has been growing for a few years now. Even …
Coronavirus and Marijuana?How Will Coronavirus Affect Marijuana and CBD? A recent article in MJBusiness Daily by John Schroyer and Bart Schaneman speculates on the impact coronavirus might have on various areas of the marijuana industry. Of course, by now you have figured out that the shutdown of China’s manufacturing plants in many parts of that country have …
How to Grow Your Marijuana BusinessInterview with A Cannabis Business Consultant Hi. Big Bud here. A couple of weeks ago, I sat down via Skype with Emily Seelman of Tetra Growth Systems. She is one of the most knowledgeable people you can talk to if you want to grow your cannabis business from just barely making it to a potential …
How to Start A Marijuana Business Part 1 : Security5 Ideas to Secure Your Cannabis Business The marijuana industry is steadily growing as more states are legalizing the use of it. But anyone starting a new business needs to think about security. A cannabis business is vulnerable to theft and fraud just like any other. In fact, having a new marijuana business is not …How to Start A Marijuana Business Part 1 : Security Read More »
Video Interviews at MJBizCon (2019)MJBizCon 2019 in Las Vegas was the professional marijuana grower’s and CBD manufacturer’s and retailer’s chance to shine. LED Grow Lights, CBD extractors, vapes and vape liquids, CBD Oil, marijuana advertising, and cannabis investing and on and on. With 35,000 people attending, it was crowded and busy but I was able to get a few …
PotStocks BottomFishingIs This The Stock Market Bottom for Marijuana Stocks? For the last few months, marijuana companies and marijuana stocks have been racing to the bottom. Is it time to go bottom-fishing and pick up fabulous potential gains for pennies? Here’s my (MaryJane Farmer’s) take on what to do with the cannabis stocks you might own …- Selling Slack Technologies (WORK)I own some Slack Technologies stock. I am thinking of selling it now. They are reporting earnings this afternoon and I just SEC insider reports that show three insiders have sold large amounts of their stock. Filed March 9.. Think they might know something we grass-chewing rubes from the country might not know.?? LOL
Your Favorites?Who is Your Favorite Cannabis Business (CannaBizness)? Give your favorite dispensary, head shop, vape shop or CBD seller a shout-out on our new Cannabizness directory. We have completely revamped BigBudsGuide and have added a couple of thousand dispensaries in the US and Canada. We are still adding businesses like growers, distributors, equipment suppliers–in fact any …
Do It Yourself
How to Improve Cannabis Bud QualityMaximize the Quality of Your Buds Cannabis buds need a lot of tender loving care to produce great quality buds. Sometimes, your cannabis plant will grow very well but still, the buds are inferior. In fact, many experienced growers struggle to achieve high-quality buds despite their many years of practice. Luckily, there are quite a …
A Pot For PotYou Need a Pot to Grow Your Pot? Complete Grow Kit with a great name and a clever design. Our friends at APotforPot.com have some super deals on grow your own complete kits. Now you can grow weed just like any other houseplant or even like a –dare I say it– a weed. Here is …- Beautiful Marijuana Plant (Cheap Indoor Grow Details)What a great demonstration of outstanding results! Goodbye my stinky skunk, you were a hearty plant, time for the next phase! from r/OKmarijuana This is a reddit post from a successful grower, showing what a really good plant should look like. This person used an LED Grow Light from Amazon in a Grow Tent also …
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Grow Greenhouse HempIf you have decided to cultivate a hemp plant (or its relative cannabis), we have some tips for you to explore whether a greenhouse is another good place to cultivate it. Why? Because a greenhouse is generally discrete and cost-effective for growing these plants in quantity. The sunlight’s natural energy (with some supplementation by LED …
Beautiful Blueberry Kush from a Home Marijuana GardenWow. A beautiful handful of buds from a home grower in Oklahoma. Blueberry Kush. MaryJane is hoping to interview this successful weed gardener. Does he use LED Grow Lights? Is this indoors or outdoor growing? Where does he get his seed? Does he train his plants? Lots of questions that will help everybody. You can …Beautiful Blueberry Kush from a Home Marijuana Garden Read More »
Essential CannabiznessBest Excuse for Home Grown in an Illegal State You have probably heard that San Francisco ordered all its “non-essential” businesses and stores shut down. People can only go out if they are on “essential” business and stores that are not “essential” can’t even be open. But what the hell is essential? Well now we …
Every Cannabizness is EssentialSan Francisco was first but everyone is doing it now. I mean declaring that retail cannabiznesses, especially medical marijuana sellers, are “essential” businesses and can stay open during the lockdown. California, Illinois, New York, Washington, Oregon, New Jersey, Michigan, Ohio and Massachusetts all have declared that marijuana businesses can stay open for selling medical marijuana. …
Tips and Hacks for Indoor Pot GrowersHacking Your Indoor Pot Grow Are you new to growing weed? Or perhaps you already know the basics of how to grow weed indoors, but you want to take things up a notch now—you want to see bigger, more professional looking buds? Do It Yourself Tips and Hacks Either way, we’ve got these ‘How To …
Sale on Trimmers, Rosin Presses, Grow SpacesGreat Sale on Everything You Need to Grow Your Own Weed. Our friends at Trimleaf are holding a sale and It’s a doozy. Almost everything they sell is 20% off from now to the end of March. And they sell practically everything you need to grow. Here are some examples. Rosin Presses Whether you are a …
Can I Grow My Own?Grow Your Own Weed Easily If you are locked down and can’t get delivery, you need to grow your own weed. If the Apocalypse comes, you need to grow your own marijuana. If your state or country doesn’t have legal weed, you need to grow your own. Here’s how to start. Home-Grown Tastes Better I …- Can I Clone My Best Cannabis Strain?Clone Your Best Buds Growing cannabis from clones is faster and easier than starting with seeds. Plus, you won’t need to sex the plants as they mature. If you’re interested in cloning and raising clones, the best investment you can make is cloning gel. Cloning gel (also known as rooting gel) helps the clones recover …
How to Grow Autoflowering WeedDIY Autoflowering Cannabis Growing cannabis plants outside can be an exciting endeavor. Growing with autoflowering strains is different than using “sexed” seeds, and you need to know a few tricks. If you are a beginner, start here with our step-by-step guide for Seed to Weed. If you are unfamiliar with autoflowering cannabis, then check out Autoflowering …
How to Make Kief
Low Stress Training for PotWhat is Low Stress Training? If you want more buds and better canopy penetration, you might not need to change your light. First, give Low Stress Training a try. And yes, we are going to talk about colas–hence the photo above. HPS grow light devotees will tell you that HPS penetrates the canopy better than …
Marijuana Grow Box: Build or Buy?To buy or not to buy? That is the question —–Hemplet That’s the question we’re going to look at today. But first let’s define what one is, for anyone new to the idea. But in the end it comes down to whether you are the DIY type, the how-do-it person and you are handy with …
How To Grow Healthy PlantsDIY Plant Doctor If you’re like me, you find it more gratifying to reap what you sow. That means, you’re finally growing your own weed. Good for you! Now, you need to prepare for pests and mold. I wish I could tell you that it is just as easy as planting a seed et voilà! I …- Simple Cannabis Ointment Recipe: How To Make Your Own Cannabis Topical At HomeIf you are a fan of using natural raw materials for your skincare—like sliced cucumbers for tired eyes, used tea bags to reduce bags under your eyes, or ground coffee body scrubs—then here’s another great home remedy. Here is one reader’s recipe for cannabis skin cream. Home Grown Cannabis. And, yep, we’re talking about actual …
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Stocking Up for QuarantineJust ran across this lovely photo on reddit, showing what you should stock up for the coming coronavirus plague. In other words, “Forget the 🧻 Stock up on 🌱” Exponential Growth And no, contrary to the lies coming from the weirdly plump lips of Cheetojesus, the end is not near. Coronavirus infections rise at an …
FAQ and Forum
- Bongs vs. Blunts – Which is better?So, bongs and blunts both deliver a hit of marijuana to your system. Why choose one over the other? Largely a blunt will give you less of a hit over a longer smoke. The bong, on the other hand, will give you a crashing hit that could put you on the floor if you’re unwary! …
4 Questions Beginner Pot Users Should AskWhat to Ask Before You Buy The discussion around cannabis use has split a nation and left people wondering what’s right and what’s wrong. Regardless of what others might think of your cannabis use, it’s important that you educate yourself on what’s what in the industry so that you don’t end up regretting your life …
When Do I Harvest Pot?When do I harvest cannabis? It’s an art and it’s a science. You need to know what to look for — the devil is in the details. You don’t want to harvest cannabis too soon but you definitely don’t want to harvest too late. The buds have very specific appearances depending on the amount of …
How Many Grams in an Ounce?Want to know how many ounces are in the weed you just bought? Or how many grams are in an ounce of gold? Use these simple calculators.- Can I Grow My Own?Grow Your Own Weed Easily If you are locked down and can’t get delivery, you need to grow your own weed. If the Apocalypse comes, you need to grow your own marijuana. If your state or country doesn’t have legal weed, you need to grow your own. Here’s how to start. Home-Grown Tastes Better I …
- How to Clone Marijuana
New Grower’s ForumHigh! MaryJane Farmer here. BigBud and I have added a new Grower’s Forum to our site. You can ask questions about how to grow, what to grow, when to grow or indeed anything at all. You can answer other grower’s questions. Soon we hope to add a community function so people can get to know …
How to Store Cannabis SeedsA reader recently asked us a couple of questions about storing cannabis seeds. We realized it was info we haven’t covered on the site yet, so we figured it was worth a post. Here’s what he wanted to know: How long can you store cannabis seeds for? Is there a maximum amount of time they’ll …
What Is Germination?
FAQ:What is Hydroponics? (2020)What is Hydroponics? Hydroponics is simply a method of growing plants without soil, using minerals and nutrients dissolved in water. The roots of the plants are exposed to this solution constantly or periodically, depending on the system employed. What are the different kinds of hydroponics? There is Deep Water Culture (DWC) which is the easiest, …- What Is Kief?
When Should I Plant Marijuana?- Your Favorites?Who is Your Favorite Cannabis Business (CannaBizness)? Give your favorite dispensary, head shop, vape shop or CBD seller a shout-out on our new Cannabizness directory. We have completely revamped BigBudsGuide and have added a couple of thousand dispensaries in the US and Canada. We are still adding businesses like growers, distributors, equipment suppliers–in fact any …
Gifts + Extras
Best Christmas Gift IdeasStuck for the perfect Christmas gift ideas for the pot lover in your life? No idea where to start? Christmas is coming up fast… We’re here to save you from last-minute desperation with a list of accessories and gadgets for all budgets that any cannabiseur will be delighted to receive. Remember The Night Before Christmas and …
Best Cannabis Gifts| Gift Buying InspirationIt seems like there is always another occasion for gift-giving–holidays, birthdays, visits to friends. Sometimes it can be overwhelming to find the perfect gift, but we have some ideas to help you. But don’t worry if you’re fresh out of ideas—or leaving it late. Just check out our best holiday gift ideas for the cannabis lovers …
Vaporizer AccessoriesDo you Need to Find Gifts for the Vapers You Know? Do you need the accessories too? Once you’ve found the best weed vape for your needs, to get the best out of it and keep it in top condition you’ll need a few accessories—like a grinder, carry case cleaning kit etc. While you can’t …
Grinders and Presses
Best Rosin Presses (2020) Buyer’s GuideDabbing or vaporizing a primo rosin is just about the cleanest, purest most flavorful way to consume your cannabis right now—and usually comes with a price tag to match! However, rosin is actually one of the simplest, quickest extracts to make. New to rosin and rosin presses? You’ll learn everything you need to know about …
Best Weed Grinders (2020)You Need a Grinder or Two Why do you need a weed grinder? Smokers and vapers know the answer. Grinding your marijuana makes it smoke better and last longer. Grinding gets rid of stems so that the smaller bud pieces give you a cleaner burn. A weed grinder can also help you collect kief for a …- Sale on Trimmers, Rosin Presses, Grow SpacesGreat Sale on Everything You Need to Grow Your Own Weed. Our friends at Trimleaf are holding a sale and It’s a doozy. Almost everything they sell is 20% off from now to the end of March. And they sell practically everything you need to grow. Here are some examples. Rosin Presses Whether you are a …
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Grow Guides
Choosing the Best LED Grow LightI’ve been growing marijuana for a long time now, well just over a couple of years, and because I am considered one of the more experienced growers I often get asked questions by new growers and one of the most common questions I get asked is; “What type of LED grow light should I look …- How to Grow Weed Indoors for Beginners: Step by Step GuideIn this step by step cannabis growing guide we’ve got you covered. Think of this as Indoor Cannabis Growing 101. Would you rather DIY than go to the dispensary? Don’t live somewhere that even has dispensaries? ‘Wondering how to get started growing weed indoors or what equipment you might need? Not sure you’ve got enough space …
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- How to Clone Marijuana
Hydroponic Growing for MarijuanaCan I Grow Weed with Hydroponics? The technology advancements in marijuana farming have made it easier for anyone to grow pot. One of the significant improvements is hydroponic growing systems that allow you to grow weed with fine control. Some growers, especially in commercial settings, rely exclusively on hydroponics. This method is fascinating because it …- How Many Hours of Light Do My Plants Need?How Much Light Does My Weed Need? Every beginning grower has questions about using LED Grow Lights. What spectrum should I be using, when, and for how long? How does this affect the plants? How far should led grow lights be from plants? How many watts per square foot for led grow lights? Are led …
- How to Make CBD Oil: Ultimate GuideDIY Cannabis (CBD) Oil This article is about how to make two kinds of cannabis oil at home: medical marijuana oil (sometimes called CBD oil) and cannabis oil for edibles. We won’t cover how to make BHO, which is butane hash oil. That’s very dangerous to try making at home. We’re not Breaking Bad here. …
- When Is the Right Time to Harvest Cannabis?For new growers harvest time can either make or break all your efforts in getting your marijuana crop ready for consumption. You’ve invested money in buying the best LED Grow Lights and setting up your indoor garden in the best grow boxes. Now you want to make sure your harvest is tasty and powerful. You …
- What is a Marijuana Clone?
Why Are LED Grow Lights Best?LED Grow Lights are the Best Choice MaryJane Farmer (think Betty Crocker and add Weed) gives indoor growers the advice that LED Grow Lights are best for almost all readers of this site. A lot of other advice on the Web will tell you very confidently, that LED grow lights just aren’t as bright and …
Grow Spaces
- Best Grow Light MoversWant higher yields? Grow light movers could be quite literally the right track to getting the most out of your lights, your grow space and your plants. We tell you what a grow light mover does, why you might need one and then review the best grow light movers currently available. Higher yields, more even …
- Best Grow Tents 2019What Tent is Best to Grow Pot? Growing weed indoors is highly satisfying. But closely controlling the amount of light, temperature, humidity, etc. is important! Plus, when cannabis is mature, the odor can get very strong. Happily, you don’t need to struggle with managing conditions in an ordinary room. The ideal solution is to get …
- Best Stealth Grow Boxes (2020)How To Grow Without Getting Busted Are you in a situation where you’d rather people don’t know that you’re growing weed indoors? Maybe you’ve heard of stealth growing? Well, these days, thanks to the latest all-in-one stealth grow boxes and cabinets, growing in private is more easily done than ever before. However, there are an …
Temperature and Humidity ControlWhy Measure Temperature and Humidity? Just like people, weed feels most comfortable when the temperature and humidity levels aren’t too low or too high. It grows best when it’s between 68 and 77 degrees F and between 40 to 70% humidity. Certain growth periods need a more specific range (but we’ll get to that in …
Grow Tent Set Up Under 500 DollarsGet Started for Under $500 Successfully growing cannabis indoors can be daunting for a beginner. In this article, we suggest 4 plants in a grow tent that is 2 feet by 2 feet. Together with seeds, we think you can start growing for under $500. Full-grown plants will sometimes take more than 1 square foot …- Sale on Trimmers, Rosin Presses, Grow SpacesGreat Sale on Everything You Need to Grow Your Own Weed. Our friends at Trimleaf are holding a sale and It’s a doozy. Almost everything they sell is 20% off from now to the end of March. And they sell practically everything you need to grow. Here are some examples. Rosin Presses Whether you are a …
Why Do Marijuana Grow Rooms Need Fans?Keep the Air Moving For Your Plants If you are new to growing marijuana, or have been trying to grow it, but have been unsuccessful, this article is for you. Proper Air circulation in marijuana grow rooms is an important part of the process. If there is improper circulation, your plant growth may stunt, you …- How To Grow In A Small SpaceHow Much Space Do I Need? This is maybe one of the most frequent questions MaryJane Farmer gets from people wanting to grow their own pot, but not ready to commit to spending lots of money and time. In other words, can I grow as an experiment? Can I grow marijuana successfully at low cost? …
- How to Start Growing Pot IndoorsWhat Do I Need to Grow Pot Indoors? Here’s our answer about full spectrum LED grow lights and the other tools you need to start growing. In this article, we talk a little bit about quantum boards, about grow tent kits and about PAR values. If you’re new to growing, or just want to brush …
How to Start
- A Pot For PotYou Need a Pot to Grow Your Pot? Complete Grow Kit with a great name and a clever design. Our friends at APotforPot.com have some super deals on grow your own complete kits. Now you can grow weed just like any other houseplant or even like a –dare I say it– a weed. Here is …
How to Grow Cannabis IndoorsHow to Get Started On Your First Marijuana Harvest In just 12 weeks you can have your first harvest. In this beginner’s guide you’ll learn everything you need to know to successfully create your first easy indoor grow setup for growing cannabis. What equipment do you need to grow marijuana indoors? Grow tent, or other …
Buying Marijuana Seeds: Ultimate Beginners Guide 2020When growing cannabis for the first time, you want the process to be as simple and easy as possible. But buying marijuana seeds for the first time can feel like decision overload. What is easy to grow? What gives the best results? With so many different strains out there, and so many suppliers, how do …Buying Marijuana Seeds: Ultimate Beginners Guide 2020 Read More »
- Every Cannabizness is EssentialSan Francisco was first but everyone is doing it now. I mean declaring that retail cannabiznesses, especially medical marijuana sellers, are “essential” businesses and can stay open during the lockdown. California, Illinois, New York, Washington, Oregon, New Jersey, Michigan, Ohio and Massachusetts all have declared that marijuana businesses can stay open for selling medical marijuana. …
- How to Grow Weed Indoors for Beginners: Step by Step GuideIn this step by step cannabis growing guide we’ve got you covered. Think of this as Indoor Cannabis Growing 101. Would you rather DIY than go to the dispensary? Don’t live somewhere that even has dispensaries? ‘Wondering how to get started growing weed indoors or what equipment you might need? Not sure you’ve got enough space …
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- Tips and Hacks for Indoor Pot GrowersHacking Your Indoor Pot Grow Are you new to growing weed? Or perhaps you already know the basics of how to grow weed indoors, but you want to take things up a notch now—you want to see bigger, more professional looking buds? Do It Yourself Tips and Hacks Either way, we’ve got these ‘How To …
- Growing Tips for BeginnersCan I Start Growing My Own? Growing cannabis can be a difficult or easy, depending on your abilities and the amount of attention you give to your plants. Creating beautiful crops of personal plants is an extremely rewarding experience. What do you need to think about when starting out? Sorting out the growing equipment, finding …
- Can I Grow My Own?Grow Your Own Weed Easily If you are locked down and can’t get delivery, you need to grow your own weed. If the Apocalypse comes, you need to grow your own marijuana. If your state or country doesn’t have legal weed, you need to grow your own. Here’s how to start. Home-Grown Tastes Better I …
Tips on Planning Your Indoor GrowThe time has come to plant your indoor marijuana seeds! When Should I Plant My Pot Garden? How about today? Unlike outdoor grows, indoor grows can be done at any time of the year and can produce a crop in as little as 6-8 weeks if you know what you are doing. It isn’t a …- How To Grow In A Small SpaceHow Much Space Do I Need? This is maybe one of the most frequent questions MaryJane Farmer gets from people wanting to grow their own pot, but not ready to commit to spending lots of money and time. In other words, can I grow as an experiment? Can I grow marijuana successfully at low cost? …
Can I Grow Weed Indoors?Want to grow weed indoors? There is definite appeal when it comes to growing your own marijuana at home. For obvious reasons, like easy access and quality control for your own usage, or to make some easy revenue. However, have you considered some of the less known benefits of growing weed indoors? You can control the …- How to Start Growing Pot IndoorsWhat Do I Need to Grow Pot Indoors? Here’s our answer about full spectrum LED grow lights and the other tools you need to start growing. In this article, we talk a little bit about quantum boards, about grow tent kits and about PAR values. If you’re new to growing, or just want to brush …
- What is a Marijuana Clone?
- When Should I Plant Marijuana?
Hydroponics
- Best Hydroponic Systems 2020Why Use Hydroponics? Hydroponic systems can help you grow marijuana faster than using a traditional soil method. It’s harder to grow hydroponic weed, at first. But once you get the hang of it, you can achieve higher yields faster, and with less effort. However, the world of indoor grow systems can be pretty intimidating to …
- Hydroponic Growing for MarijuanaCan I Grow Weed with Hydroponics? The technology advancements in marijuana farming have made it easier for anyone to grow pot. One of the significant improvements is hydroponic growing systems that allow you to grow weed with fine control. Some growers, especially in commercial settings, rely exclusively on hydroponics. This method is fascinating because it …
- FAQ:What is Hydroponics? (2020)What is Hydroponics? Hydroponics is simply a method of growing plants without soil, using minerals and nutrients dissolved in water. The roots of the plants are exposed to this solution constantly or periodically, depending on the system employed. What are the different kinds of hydroponics? There is Deep Water Culture (DWC) which is the easiest, …
LED Grow Lights
- Best Grow Light MoversWant higher yields? Grow light movers could be quite literally the right track to getting the most out of your lights, your grow space and your plants. We tell you what a grow light mover does, why you might need one and then review the best grow light movers currently available. Higher yields, more even …
- What Makes the Best Grow LightsBEST LED GROW LIGHTS AND FULL SPECTRUM GROW LIGHTS Get bigger, better buds faster with the Best LED Grow Lights including Full Spectrum Grow Lights. MORE GOOD STUFF RECENT ARTICLES The latest guides and reviews from 420Beginner BEST LED GROW LIGHTS AND FULL SPECTRUM GROW LIGHTS We know it’s a big investment so we’ve hand-picked …
- Best LED Grow Lights for Your BudgetWhat Is the Best Budget Grow Light We selected our list of LED grow lights based on the results they showed and features they offer. We have also taken into account factors like customer reviews, industry awards and a close look at which lights have proven most popular with our readers. And we’ve tried to …
What’s the Best LED Grow Light (2020)If you’re looking for the Best LED Grow Lights and full spectrum grow lights to fit your budget, let us help you choose one. We know it’s a big investment and researching all the different options can take forever, so we’ve done the research for you. We’ve painstakingly compared and hand-picked the best LED grow …
Cannabis Scientist Proves LED Grow Lights WorkGianpaolo Grassi: I’m Gianpaolo Grassi. I’m a senior researcher at the institute of Council for Research and Agricultural Economy. We are controlled or assisted by the Ministry of Agriculture in Italy. Video Interview with Cannabis Scientist Gianpaolo Grassi: Personally I’m involved in research in studies of cannabis, cannabis sativa, since 1994. I try to understand …- Choosing the Best LED Grow LightI’ve been growing marijuana for a long time now, well just over a couple of years, and because I am considered one of the more experienced growers I often get asked questions by new growers and one of the most common questions I get asked is; “What type of LED grow light should I look …
- Coronavirus and Marijuana?How Will Coronavirus Affect Marijuana and CBD? A recent article in MJBusiness Daily by John Schroyer and Bart Schaneman speculates on the impact coronavirus might have on various areas of the marijuana industry. Of course, by now you have figured out that the shutdown of China’s manufacturing plants in many parts of that country have …
Buying A Cost-Effective LED Grow LightCost-Effective LED Grow Light Here is a question we received from a reader about how to buy cost-effective LED Grow Lights. It is such a great detailed question and a great detailed answer that it deserves its own post. But first, here is a table of the products I mention in this article. Here is …
30 percent Discount on LED Grow LightsMaryJane Farmer Sez: Hello Everyone. This is a sponsored post from our friends at Sansi LED Grow Light company. They are a large and reputable manufacturer of LED Grow Lights and they are offering a terrific 30% discount on their 70W light. That was recently the light we had as a contest prize. Our three …- Do LED Grow Lights Get Hot?LED grow lights are increasingly favored by home and commercial cannabis growers alike. The best LED grow lights boast many benefits that give them the edge over traditional High Intensity Discharge (HID) lights, from being more economical to being brighter and more convenient. But one of the most often cited benefits is that LED grow …
LED Grow Light Interview with an ExpertMaryJane Farmer and BigBud and the Electric Sky inventor MaryJane Farmer: Hi, this is MaryJane Farmer from 420Beginner.com and BigBud from BudBudsGuide.com.We’re talking today to Dan from The Green Sunshine Company, who is the genius behind the Electric Sky LED Grow Lights. Dan and The Green Sunshine Company have brought some new ideas to the LED …- Are LED Lights Better than HID?Mars Hydro – HID killers? LED grow lights have only lagged behind High Intensity Discharge (HID) lights in not providing full white light. Mars Hydro has killed the last argument for expensive and hot HID lights with its TS 1000 and SP series LED lighting systems, two new series of High Output Full Spectrum Grow …
Best Full Spectrum LED Grow LightsFinding the Best Full Spectrum LED Grow Light If you have been reading our site for any length of time, then you know that LED Full Spectrum grow lights are special light lamps that simulate the sun’s rays. The best full spectrum light for an outdoor grower is obviously the sun. But for an indoor …- Sale on Trimmers, Rosin Presses, Grow SpacesGreat Sale on Everything You Need to Grow Your Own Weed. Our friends at Trimleaf are holding a sale and It’s a doozy. Almost everything they sell is 20% off from now to the end of March. And they sell practically everything you need to grow. Here are some examples. Rosin Presses Whether you are a …
- High Quality and Low Cost LED Grow Lights from MARSI recently got an update on new lights from our friends at MARS Hydro. Just wanted to pass on some of their news, give you a discount code and tell you why I like MARS as a Grow Light manufacturer. Factory Direct or Amazon? Some of the links in this article are direct to the …
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- What is the Best Grow Light?Why Grow Lights? To grow marijuana indoors above all you need marijuana grow lights. Your grow light is going to be your key piece of equipment. At the end, you will understand why we recommend LED Grow Lights for DIY beginners. Why? Because indoors your marijuana plants won’t have access to the sun. DUHHHH. So you …
- Video Interviews at MJBizCon (2019)MJBizCon 2019 in Las Vegas was the professional marijuana grower’s and CBD manufacturer’s and retailer’s chance to shine. LED Grow Lights, CBD extractors, vapes and vape liquids, CBD Oil, marijuana advertising, and cannabis investing and on and on. With 35,000 people attending, it was crowded and busy but I was able to get a few …
- How Many Hours of Light Do My Plants Need?How Much Light Does My Weed Need? Every beginning grower has questions about using LED Grow Lights. What spectrum should I be using, when, and for how long? How does this affect the plants? How far should led grow lights be from plants? How many watts per square foot for led grow lights? Are led …
- LED Grow LightsLED GROW LIGHTS REVIEWS Probably the single most crucial part of your setup! We’ll help you pick out the best light available, whatever your grow space or budget. JOIN OVER 4,500 GROWERS SUBSCRIBED TO OUR NEWS LETTERS LIST Once you finish the subscription you will get the FREE EBOOK: Complete Beginners’ Guide to Growing Weed …
LED Grow Lights for EveryoneLED Grow Lights–Not Just for Weed Anymore Great article in the Washington Post today about “high-tech farmers” using LED Grow Lights to grow collard greens in a Cincinatti warehouse. “In agricultural applications, LED lights are used in ways that seem to border on alchemy, changing how plants grow, when they flower, how they taste and …- How to Grow Greener and Save MoneyCan I Save Green While Being Greener? You may already be familiar with the fact that LED grow lights operate on far less electricity than HID or fluorescent lights. But how much do you really save? Is it worth the larger sum of money to purchase? Can I find the right one for my grow …
- LED or CMH–Which is BestWhy MaryJane Farmer Thinks LED Grow Lights Are the Best Choice. We recently got a comment from a reader asking why we don’t feature CMH (Ceramic Metal Halide) Grow Lights on our site. We have talked about why we think LED Grow Lights are the best choice for our readers, and how LED Grow Lights …
How To Save Money with LED Grow LightsLED grow lights–energy efficient = save money Their full spectrum coverage and customization options are renovating the way farmers see indoor and greenhouse growing. The best LED Grow lights are efficient, energy-saving, but most importantly they are really cost effective in the long run. There are many ways to save money by using LEDs. Here …- How to Start Growing Pot IndoorsWhat Do I Need to Grow Pot Indoors? Here’s our answer about full spectrum LED grow lights and the other tools you need to start growing. In this article, we talk a little bit about quantum boards, about grow tent kits and about PAR values. If you’re new to growing, or just want to brush …
- Why Are LED Grow Lights Best?LED Grow Lights are the Best Choice MaryJane Farmer (think Betty Crocker and add Weed) gives indoor growers the advice that LED Grow Lights are best for almost all readers of this site. A lot of other advice on the Web will tell you very confidently, that LED grow lights just aren’t as bright and …
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- Grow Greenhouse HempIf you have decided to cultivate a hemp plant (or its relative cannabis), we have some tips for you to explore whether a greenhouse is another good place to cultivate it. Why? Because a greenhouse is generally discrete and cost-effective for growing these plants in quantity. The sunlight’s natural energy (with some supplementation by LED …
- CBD Cosmetics On Amazon?Is CBD Oil Good for Your Skin? The newest trend in the beauty world isn’t a crazy expensive invasive treatment at your dermatologist’s office or a ridiculous way to do your eyebrows. It is much more natural and simple. The latest craze is harnessing the power of cannabis to create amazing top hemp cosmetics and …
Cannabis Cures EverythingAccording to an article in Vice, and posted as a serious (?) topic on Leaflink, “Smoking Weed Cures All Diseases, According To People Who Like Smoking Weed“. The actual article discusses research purportedly showing that people who smoke pot overestimate the health benefits of the demon weed. So much for the debate over medical marijuana, …
How to Use CBD Oil for Skin CareWhat are the benefits of hemp oil for skin? Hemp Oil also know as CBD oil is the new kid on the block in the beauty industry. This ingredient is popping up in products everywhere, especially cosmetics and skincare. But is it just a trend? In this post you will learn about CBD, the benefits …
CBD Oil For PainCBD for Migraines and Headaches If you are suffering from migraines and over the counter or even prescription drugs don’t seem to work, is there another option? Well, CBD oil could be the answer. CBD is sweeping the plant-based medicine field. But does it really work and if so, how? In this read, we shall …
CBD: 10 Health Benefits Without the HighCBD oil is full of goodies. Due to all the health benefits, CBD oil is looking like it will have a very bright and lucrative future. Marijuana plants contain at least 114 different cannabinoids, which are extracted from the plant when CBD oil is produced. Once the glands are separated from the plant, they can …- Can CBD oil help my cat or dog?You will have probably run into cannabidiol (CBD) as a relatively new hemp-based treatment for a range of human ailments. But did you know that the endocannabinoid system, on which CBD works in the body, exists in most multicellular organisms? While no one would get much fun from a pet jellyfish, even the these have …
- CBD Oil: How to Pass a Drug TestAre you worried about taking a drug test because you have been using CBD oil. Here is what you need to know about how to pass (or fail) a drug test even after exposure to CBD Oil. CBD oil has many health benefits, for which it has gained quite a bit of popularity – even …
Can CBD Work for Dogs?Can I Give CBD to My Dog,Cat or Horse? CBD is one of the fastest growing products in the industry and is now available for your pets! Your pets deserve to live an enhanced life and we can help thanks to our many CBD products for animals. Canna-Pet, the sponsor of this post, is a …
Different Weed for Different People at Different TimesWhy Do Different Weed Strains Affect You Differently? Ever had a bad joint where you’re curled up in a ball, paranoid and scared witless about things invented by your mind? That doesn’t mean to say that all weed is bad for you personally – in most cases, it could just be the wrong variety for …Different Weed for Different People at Different Times Read More »
Good Deals on Genuine CBDHow To Buy Genuine CBD Feeling confident in your CBD purchasing decisions is of vital importance when selecting a CBD product that you intend to integrate into your daily wellness regimen! It’s also the “smart money” way of verifying that you’re receiving exactly what you’re paying for! CoA! Say What? Conveniently, “CoA”s or “Certificates of …- Video Interviews at MJBizCon (2019)MJBizCon 2019 in Las Vegas was the professional marijuana grower’s and CBD manufacturer’s and retailer’s chance to shine. LED Grow Lights, CBD extractors, vapes and vape liquids, CBD Oil, marijuana advertising, and cannabis investing and on and on. With 35,000 people attending, it was crowded and busy but I was able to get a few …
- How to Make CBD Oil: Ultimate GuideDIY Cannabis (CBD) Oil This article is about how to make two kinds of cannabis oil at home: medical marijuana oil (sometimes called CBD oil) and cannabis oil for edibles. We won’t cover how to make BHO, which is butane hash oil. That’s very dangerous to try making at home. We’re not Breaking Bad here. …
New Powerful THC Discovered in Italian Marijuana30x THC Italian researchers have just announced the discovery of a new THC phytocannabinoid that is 30 times more powerful than the regular THC that produces the typical high. This new THC comes from a strain of Italian weed produced in Rovigo, Italy which is where you will find the marijuana laboratory of our friend …New Powerful THC Discovered in Italian Marijuana Read More »
- Our Big Buds Guide WebsiteIf you are a long time subscriber to 420beginner.com you may be well aware that we have a companion website called bigbudsguide.com. Over the past months we have completely rebuilt this site to provide a source of up to date information about medical marijuana and, additionally, a place where dispensaries and distributors in the US …
- Simple Cannabis Ointment Recipe: How To Make Your Own Cannabis Topical At HomeIf you are a fan of using natural raw materials for your skincare—like sliced cucumbers for tired eyes, used tea bags to reduce bags under your eyes, or ground coffee body scrubs—then here’s another great home remedy. Here is one reader’s recipe for cannabis skin cream. Home Grown Cannabis. And, yep, we’re talking about actual …
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- Stocking Up for QuarantineJust ran across this lovely photo on reddit, showing what you should stock up for the coming coronavirus plague. In other words, “Forget the 🧻 Stock up on 🌱” Exponential Growth And no, contrary to the lies coming from the weirdly plump lips of Cheetojesus, the end is not near. Coronavirus infections rise at an …
CBD For DogsCan You Give CBD to Dogs? Dogs hold a special place in our hearts; they enrich our lives and are constant sources of happiness. As caring and responsible dog owners, we always want what is best for them. If you are currently giving your dog cannabidiol (CBD) as a health and wellness supplement, then it …
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- Best Bud Trimmers (2020)You’ve just spent three months waiting anxiously for harvest time. Your cannabis crop is looking ready and smelling good. At this point, you might be thinking about investing in an automatic bud trimmer—speeding things up, saving yourself a bit of manual labor. However, the last thing you want to do is harm those buds you’ve …
- What Are the Best Professional Marijuana Courses?Are you brand new to growing? Want a foolproof, step by step guide to take you through your first grow, day by day? Want to avoid the most common—and most costly—rookie mistakes? Want to become a certified cannabis professional? If so, you’re not alone. In fact, maybe you didn’t even know that there are different …
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- Best Christmas Gift IdeasStuck for the perfect Christmas gift ideas for the pot lover in your life? No idea where to start? Christmas is coming up fast… We’re here to save you from last-minute desperation with a list of accessories and gadgets for all budgets that any cannabiseur will be delighted to receive. Remember The Night Before Christmas and …
- Best CO2 Regulators for Growing CannabisCO2 Can Be Your Friend When you want professional quality marijuana, or when you have a large grow operation, you need a CO2 generator setup. Using dry ice, fermentation, or mushroom boxes just isn’t enough. You can’t wait for global warming and rising carbon dioxide levels to save the day, either. CO2 Regulators Reviewed Here …
- Best Grow Tents 2019What Tent is Best to Grow Pot? Growing weed indoors is highly satisfying. But closely controlling the amount of light, temperature, humidity, etc. is important! Plus, when cannabis is mature, the odor can get very strong. Happily, you don’t need to struggle with managing conditions in an ordinary room. The ideal solution is to get …
- Best LED Grow Lights for Your BudgetWhat Is the Best Budget Grow Light We selected our list of LED grow lights based on the results they showed and features they offer. We have also taken into account factors like customer reviews, industry awards and a close look at which lights have proven most popular with our readers. And we’ve tried to …
- What’s the Best LED Grow Light (2020)If you’re looking for the Best LED Grow Lights and full spectrum grow lights to fit your budget, let us help you choose one. We know it’s a big investment and researching all the different options can take forever, so we’ve done the research for you. We’ve painstakingly compared and hand-picked the best LED grow …
Do I Need A Light Meter for Growing Cannabis?Growing Cannabis takes a lot of skill and precision to end up with a premium product. You need to make sure you have the right kind of equipment on hand to grow a perfect yield of crops. Besides good lighting and a proper growing medium, you also should consider using tools like a digital hygrometer …- Best Nutrients for CannabisWhat Nutrients Does Cannabis Need? Welcome to our review of the Best Nutrients for Growing Cannabis! Growing cannabis has become big business over the years. It will be smoked, used in a vaporizer, cooked into foods, or even taken as a medicine. So it is important that it is grown correctly to produce the best …
- Best Stealth Grow Boxes (2020)How To Grow Without Getting Busted Are you in a situation where you’d rather people don’t know that you’re growing weed indoors? Maybe you’ve heard of stealth growing? Well, these days, thanks to the latest all-in-one stealth grow boxes and cabinets, growing in private is more easily done than ever before. However, there are an …
Best Vape Reviews (2020)Best Vapes. So, you want to vape cannabis instead of bonging / piping / smoking joints? In this article we will look at the essential things to consider when buying your first vape machine, and hopefully narrow your personal choices from a confusing constellation down to a list of 2-3 that might suit you best. …- Best Vaporizers for Dry Herb 2020Dry Herb Vaporizers for pot Dry Herb Vaporizers can be the safest, purest, most effective way to smoke weed. Medicinally or recreationally. And now thanks to portable dry herb vaporizers or vape pens they’re probably the most convenient way too. Unlike a bulky tabletop marijuana vaporizer or a hookah, they just slip neatly in your …
Best Grow Room Ventilation + Fans 2019Inline fans are essential for growing cannabis in a tent or grow room. Growing indoors with the right equipment allows you to have more growing seasons per year, the ability to produce more quality plants, and the peace of mind to not have to worry about outside variables. In these inline fan reviews we’ll introduce …- Best Weed Grinders (2020)You Need a Grinder or Two Why do you need a weed grinder? Smokers and vapers know the answer. Grinding your marijuana makes it smoke better and last longer. Grinding gets rid of stems so that the smaller bud pieces give you a cleaner burn. A weed grinder can also help you collect kief for a …
- Bongs vs. Blunts – Which is better?So, bongs and blunts both deliver a hit of marijuana to your system. Why choose one over the other? Largely a blunt will give you less of a hit over a longer smoke. The bong, on the other hand, will give you a crashing hit that could put you on the floor if you’re unwary! …
- Best Cannabis Gifts| Gift Buying InspirationIt seems like there is always another occasion for gift-giving–holidays, birthdays, visits to friends. Sometimes it can be overwhelming to find the perfect gift, but we have some ideas to help you. But don’t worry if you’re fresh out of ideas—or leaving it late. Just check out our best holiday gift ideas for the cannabis lovers …
- Changes Coming from MaryJane FarmerNew Stuff Hi! MaryJane Farmer here to let you know about some changes my publisher has made to this site and some other changes that the publisher is proposing. New Partner As you probably have figured out, sites like this (and almost any other, including Facecrack–er, “book” and G00gle) depend on advertising to keep the …
- Temperature and Humidity ControlWhy Measure Temperature and Humidity? Just like people, weed feels most comfortable when the temperature and humidity levels aren’t too low or too high. It grows best when it’s between 68 and 77 degrees F and between 40 to 70% humidity. Certain growth periods need a more specific range (but we’ll get to that in …
- Every Cannabizness is EssentialSan Francisco was first but everyone is doing it now. I mean declaring that retail cannabiznesses, especially medical marijuana sellers, are “essential” businesses and can stay open during the lockdown. California, Illinois, New York, Washington, Oregon, New Jersey, Michigan, Ohio and Massachusetts all have declared that marijuana businesses can stay open for selling medical marijuana. …
- Best Full Spectrum LED Grow LightsFinding the Best Full Spectrum LED Grow Light If you have been reading our site for any length of time, then you know that LED Full Spectrum grow lights are special light lamps that simulate the sun’s rays. The best full spectrum light for an outdoor grower is obviously the sun. But for an indoor …
- High Quality and Low Cost LED Grow Lights from MARSI recently got an update on new lights from our friends at MARS Hydro. Just wanted to pass on some of their news, give you a discount code and tell you why I like MARS as a Grow Light manufacturer. Factory Direct or Amazon? Some of the links in this article are direct to the …
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How Long Have People Smoked Pot?Did Confucius Smoke Pot? Cannabis smoking for the benefits, or effects, of its hallucinatory properties may well have been around for a considerably longer time than had previously been thought. The history of cannabis or marijuana as a domesticated plant can be dated back as far as 3,500BC in east Asia, but it was then …- Warning! You Can Still Be Arrested for Legal Pot!Here is a sad story from a reddit user who ordered hemp from an online seller–presumably sold as CBD and not sold as marijuana–but it turned out to be “marijuana” anyway when tested for THC content. Ordered online after realizing how much money id save. Cops pulled me over when I had it in the …
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- Bargain LED Grow Lights (Jan 2020)High. MaryJane Farmer with a shoutout to Amazon. We just got word about a bunch of fantastic deals on bargain LED Grow Lights, almost all under $100 and all with plenty of energy for your indoor grow. I am particularly happy about seeing the deals on MarsHydro lights. This manufacturer is one of our favorites …
Bernie Sanders Legalizes Weed in USANot Me. Us. It’s official. Bernie Sanders has made it clear that he will legalize weed in “every state in this nation” through an executive order on the first day of his Presidency. If that’s not enough to get you stoked, just imagine what Medicare for All will do for the medical marijuana industry. And what …
Best Hand Cream for CoronavirusHands Dry From Washing? You are washing your hands. Right??? Right??? If you are not, then you better watch this video. Chapped Hands, Anyone? So maybe your hands are getting a bit dry and chapped with all the washing–and washing–and washing. You know you are supposed to wash–but who can keep doing it every time …- Best Vaporizers for Dry Herb 2020Dry Herb Vaporizers for pot Dry Herb Vaporizers can be the safest, purest, most effective way to smoke weed. Medicinally or recreationally. And now thanks to portable dry herb vaporizers or vape pens they’re probably the most convenient way too. Unlike a bulky tabletop marijuana vaporizer or a hookah, they just slip neatly in your …
- Cannabis Cures EverythingAccording to an article in Vice, and posted as a serious (?) topic on Leaflink, “Smoking Weed Cures All Diseases, According To People Who Like Smoking Weed“. The actual article discusses research purportedly showing that people who smoke pot overestimate the health benefits of the demon weed. So much for the debate over medical marijuana, …
- Cannabis legality under threat? Trump sabre rattles over marijuanaWill #trumpolini mess with MaryJane? On the surface, a growing number of threats to crack down on legal state marijuana industries by the Trump administration looks worrying. Dig a little deeper though and the answer isn’t so simple. Since states started allowing medical marijuana, a large scale industry has emerged and Trump’s hands may be …
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- Cannabis Scientist Proves LED Grow Lights WorkGianpaolo Grassi: I’m Gianpaolo Grassi. I’m a senior researcher at the institute of Council for Research and Agricultural Economy. We are controlled or assisted by the Ministry of Agriculture in Italy. Video Interview with Cannabis Scientist Gianpaolo Grassi: Personally I’m involved in research in studies of cannabis, cannabis sativa, since 1994. I try to understand …
What is the Difference Between Isolate and Full Spectrum CBD Oil?In your quest to find the ideal CBD oil, you most probably have come across numerous discussions regarding the difference between isolate and full spectrum CBD oil. However, if you are new to the CBD world, you might be curious about certain terms like “isolate” and “full spectrum.” To help you out, let us go …What is the Difference Between Isolate and Full Spectrum CBD Oil? Read More »
- Changes Coming from MaryJane FarmerNew Stuff Hi! MaryJane Farmer here to let you know about some changes my publisher has made to this site and some other changes that the publisher is proposing. New Partner As you probably have figured out, sites like this (and almost any other, including Facecrack–er, “book” and G00gle) depend on advertising to keep the …
- Coronavirus and Marijuana?How Will Coronavirus Affect Marijuana and CBD? A recent article in MJBusiness Daily by John Schroyer and Bart Schaneman speculates on the impact coronavirus might have on various areas of the marijuana industry. Of course, by now you have figured out that the shutdown of China’s manufacturing plants in many parts of that country have …
Cryptocurrency Marries MaryJaneWhy Crypto Anyway? It’s becoming increasingly obvious that the US marijuana market needs a new form of currency, and bitcoin (BTC) is here to fill the void. BTC is not the only cryptocurrency of course. Contrary to received wisdom, it is not even the first digital currency. But it is the first digital currency developed …- LED Grow Light Interview with an ExpertMaryJane Farmer and BigBud and the Electric Sky inventor MaryJane Farmer: Hi, this is MaryJane Farmer from 420Beginner.com and BigBud from BudBudsGuide.com.We’re talking today to Dan from The Green Sunshine Company, who is the genius behind the Electric Sky LED Grow Lights. Dan and The Green Sunshine Company have brought some new ideas to the LED …
- Essential CannabiznessBest Excuse for Home Grown in an Illegal State You have probably heard that San Francisco ordered all its “non-essential” businesses and stores shut down. People can only go out if they are on “essential” business and stores that are not “essential” can’t even be open. But what the hell is essential? Well now we …
FAQ on GrindersGrinding FAQ Q: What Can I Do If I left My Best Grinder At the Bar? If you don’t have your grinder with you, there are other ways you can break up buds without using your fingers and wasting all the resin. Cut or chop it Use scissors or a sharp knife to cut the …
Grow Indoors and Get More MoneyHere is Why You Grow Your Weed Indoors According to prices for published by Cannabis Benchmarks, the wholesale price paid by licensed retailers for marijuana in the US is almost twice as high for weed grown indoors than any other type of weed-growing operation. This has been true for at least all of this year. …- Grow SpacesGROW SPACES REVIEWS We’ve picked out the best grow tents, boxes and cabinets to help you grow at home—safely, easily and discreetly. JOIN OVER 4,500 GROWERS SUBSCRIBED TO OUR NEWS LETTERS LIST Once you finish the subscription you will get the FREE EBOOK: Complete Beginners’ Guide to Growing Weed Indoors
Home Grown Weed is Now Legal in ItalyReuters reports than the Italian Supreme Court has issued a ruling legalizing the home grower to grow a small amount of weed for personal use. Naturally, the conservative parties in Italy’s on-again-off-again parliamentary government of musical chairs has threatened to pass a law overturning the ruling, thus returning Italy to the dismal past, where it …
CBD Oil: What Are the Fitness Benefits?CBD oil is a high-powered, natural solution for a myriad of conditions and health-related concerns. For those spending hours upon hours in the gym sweating things out, it’s doubly important to have a full-fledged recovery plan in place. This is where CBD oil is able to deliver exceptional results and provide a boost that is …
How to Find Genuine CBD OilCBD topicals (creams, salves, skin care, and beauty products) are popping up all over the place. A multitude of products from top names like Sephora down to a myriad of brand new upstarts are showing up on the shelves of high-end beauty salons, health food stores, and even the corner drugstore. (Okay, it’s a big …- How To Succeed at Growing WeedHere is a great lesson in a short video. You can succeed at growing weed but you have to try and try again to get the perfect mix of time, nutrients and environment. It’s the rare grower than gets a result as lovely as this on the first try. This successful grower had at least …
I Love This Story!I just ran across this story–a real blast from the past. Hunter Thompson’s widow has plans to clone his marijuana stash. OMG! Who even imagined that the author of Fear and Loathing could be married? And can you imagine what a life that must have been? Here is the trailer for the movie too. MaryJane …- Improving Wikipedia on CannabisWe occasionally publish guest articles of note and here is one from a writer who has improved the original Wikipedia.org article on Medical Cannabis by making it compliant with accessibility standards. As this author writes, she is “the co-creator of Dopa, an alternative to Wikipedia that covers critical health subjects and meets 100% website accessibility standards …
Is Cannabis Failing in California?A proposed change in California cannabis taxes has industry experts worrying that the legal cannabis industry will fail in California. Taxes Too High? How Strange! An article from from Marijuana Business Daily written by John Schroyer quotes cannabis industry insiders who are worried that layoffs and store closings will skyrocket in California because of a …
Is This a Joke?Willie Nelson Weed? When I read the news, I was sure it must have been a joke? Willie Nelson?? Really?? They guy who was busted with a touring bus full of weed? The guy who inspired a song about why you never want to smoke Willie’s potent weed? But there it is — Willie Nelson …- LED Grow Lights for EveryoneLED Grow Lights–Not Just for Weed Anymore Great article in the Washington Post today about “high-tech farmers” using LED Grow Lights to grow collard greens in a Cincinatti warehouse. “In agricultural applications, LED lights are used in ways that seem to border on alchemy, changing how plants grow, when they flower, how they taste and …
- Legal Marijuana with BernieBernie Sanders, in an interview on the Joe Rogan Experience podcast, said he would use an Executive Order to legalize marijuana in the US. One more way to Feel the Bern. Specifically, Bernie said “When I ran for president for the Democratic nomination in 2016, I talked about a broken criminal justice system, which ends …
Sanders and Warren–Legalize MarijuanaThere are two presidential candidates who understand and support legalizing marijuana–Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren. As I wrote before, Bernie supports full legalization–’nuff said. He doesn’t need to come up with a special plan–we know that we can trust Bernie because he says what he means and he means what he says. Heretofore, Elizabeth Warren’s …
Medical Pot Illegal Again?Does Trump want to take away your medical marijuana? The budget proposal just sent to Congress from the White House might mean the Feds can come for your medical marijuana. And of course, nothing goes into a budget proposal that does not come from the lips of that very stable genius, the Person Really In …- New Powerful THC Discovered in Italian Marijuana30x THC Italian researchers have just announced the discovery of a new THC phytocannabinoid that is 30 times more powerful than the regular THC that produces the typical high. This new THC comes from a strain of Italian weed produced in Rovigo, Italy which is where you will find the marijuana laboratory of our friend …
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- Our Big Buds Guide WebsiteIf you are a long time subscriber to 420beginner.com you may be well aware that we have a companion website called bigbudsguide.com. Over the past months we have completely rebuilt this site to provide a source of up to date information about medical marijuana and, additionally, a place where dispensaries and distributors in the US …
- PotStocks BottomFishingIs This The Stock Market Bottom for Marijuana Stocks? For the last few months, marijuana companies and marijuana stocks have been racing to the bottom. Is it time to go bottom-fishing and pick up fabulous potential gains for pennies? Here’s my (MaryJane Farmer’s) take on what to do with the cannabis stocks you might own …
Interview with CEO of Puresource LabsCEO Anthony Phillips of Pure Source Labs As you may already know, CBD oil can be vaped but maybe you don’t know enough about CBD and the variations to make an informed decision as to whether it is right for you and if so what type is the better option for you. Our very own …
Quality is King–Or Is It?According to a recent survey published in MJ Biz Daily, most growers believe that quality of their flower is the most important factor in selling their product. But that’s not what the buyers of wholesale cannabis are acting on–they want the cheapest price for the most potency. What’s the disconnect? As the market for cannabis …- Sale on LED10-15% Off Horticulture Lighting Group Lights This is a sale you shouldn’t miss. If you are needing LED Grow Lights, our friends at LED Grow Lights Depot are having a sale on HLG lights. These babies are well-made, among the finest lights available. HLG lights are the original Quantum Board lights, and the4ir new lights …
- Stocking Up for QuarantineJust ran across this lovely photo on reddit, showing what you should stock up for the coming coronavirus plague. In other words, “Forget the 🧻 Stock up on 🌱” Exponential Growth And no, contrary to the lies coming from the weirdly plump lips of Cheetojesus, the end is not near. Coronavirus infections rise at an …
The Scientific Reason Behind Enhancing Cannabis With MangoGenerally, people who smoke cannabis want to get the ultimate experience from it. To achieve this, one would do anything possible to increase the level of the high as well as how long the effect of the weed in the system it would last. In this search for satisfaction, a lot of trials have been …The Scientific Reason Behind Enhancing Cannabis With Mango Read More »
Where is Cannabis Legal? Worldwide Guide (2020)We’ve extensively expanded and updated this guide for early 2020 — and we’re very glad that we had to do so! Marijuana laws are changing constantly and rapidly, in the US and around the world. It means that progress is being made. Much still needs to be done of course. But cannabis legalization is spreading faster …
Why Vape Your WeedWhy vape your weed instead of smoking it? There are lots of reasons why switching to a weed vape is a great idea: Vaporized marijuana is heated, not burned, so there’s almost no carcinogens going to your lungs—vape “smoke” is about 95% pure vapor Vaporized pot is way more powerful than smoke from a joint—it’s …
Your Essential CannabiznessWell, just like we said last night, you are ESSENTIAL. Yesterday it was San Francisco that said retail cannabiznesses could stay open as essential services. Today, according to National Public Radio by way of our friends at Leafwire, New York and the State of Illinois have joined SF in recognizing cannabiznesses as ESSENTIAL to the …
Nutrition + Fertilizers
- How to Improve Cannabis Bud QualityMaximize the Quality of Your Buds Cannabis buds need a lot of tender loving care to produce great quality buds. Sometimes, your cannabis plant will grow very well but still, the buds are inferior. In fact, many experienced growers struggle to achieve high-quality buds despite their many years of practice. Luckily, there are quite a …
- Best Nutrients for CannabisWhat Nutrients Does Cannabis Need? Welcome to our review of the Best Nutrients for Growing Cannabis! Growing cannabis has become big business over the years. It will be smoked, used in a vaporizer, cooked into foods, or even taken as a medicine. So it is important that it is grown correctly to produce the best …
- How To Grow Healthy PlantsDIY Plant Doctor If you’re like me, you find it more gratifying to reap what you sow. That means, you’re finally growing your own weed. Good for you! Now, you need to prepare for pests and mold. I wish I could tell you that it is just as easy as planting a seed et voilà! I …
Product Reviews
- How to Grow Cannabis IndoorsHow to Get Started On Your First Marijuana Harvest In just 12 weeks you can have your first harvest. In this beginner’s guide you’ll learn everything you need to know to successfully create your first easy indoor grow setup for growing cannabis. What equipment do you need to grow marijuana indoors? Grow tent, or other …
- Best CO2 Regulators for Growing CannabisCO2 Can Be Your Friend When you want professional quality marijuana, or when you have a large grow operation, you need a CO2 generator setup. Using dry ice, fermentation, or mushroom boxes just isn’t enough. You can’t wait for global warming and rising carbon dioxide levels to save the day, either. CO2 Regulators Reviewed Here …
- Best Hydroponic Systems 2020Why Use Hydroponics? Hydroponic systems can help you grow marijuana faster than using a traditional soil method. It’s harder to grow hydroponic weed, at first. But once you get the hang of it, you can achieve higher yields faster, and with less effort. However, the world of indoor grow systems can be pretty intimidating to …
- Do I Need A Light Meter for Growing Cannabis?Growing Cannabis takes a lot of skill and precision to end up with a premium product. You need to make sure you have the right kind of equipment on hand to grow a perfect yield of crops. Besides good lighting and a proper growing medium, you also should consider using tools like a digital hygrometer …
- Best Vaporizers for Dry Herb 2020Dry Herb Vaporizers for pot Dry Herb Vaporizers can be the safest, purest, most effective way to smoke weed. Medicinally or recreationally. And now thanks to portable dry herb vaporizers or vape pens they’re probably the most convenient way too. Unlike a bulky tabletop marijuana vaporizer or a hookah, they just slip neatly in your …
- Best Grow Room Ventilation + Fans 2019Inline fans are essential for growing cannabis in a tent or grow room. Growing indoors with the right equipment allows you to have more growing seasons per year, the ability to produce more quality plants, and the peace of mind to not have to worry about outside variables. In these inline fan reviews we’ll introduce …
- CBD: 10 Health Benefits Without the HighCBD oil is full of goodies. Due to all the health benefits, CBD oil is looking like it will have a very bright and lucrative future. Marijuana plants contain at least 114 different cannabinoids, which are extracted from the plant when CBD oil is produced. Once the glands are separated from the plant, they can …
- Choosing the Best LED Grow LightI’ve been growing marijuana for a long time now, well just over a couple of years, and because I am considered one of the more experienced growers I often get asked questions by new growers and one of the most common questions I get asked is; “What type of LED grow light should I look …
- Every Cannabizness is EssentialSan Francisco was first but everyone is doing it now. I mean declaring that retail cannabiznesses, especially medical marijuana sellers, are “essential” businesses and can stay open during the lockdown. California, Illinois, New York, Washington, Oregon, New Jersey, Michigan, Ohio and Massachusetts all have declared that marijuana businesses can stay open for selling medical marijuana. …
- High Quality and Low Cost LED Grow Lights from MARSI recently got an update on new lights from our friends at MARS Hydro. Just wanted to pass on some of their news, give you a discount code and tell you why I like MARS as a Grow Light manufacturer. Factory Direct or Amazon? Some of the links in this article are direct to the …
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- Can I Grow My Own?Grow Your Own Weed Easily If you are locked down and can’t get delivery, you need to grow your own weed. If the Apocalypse comes, you need to grow your own marijuana. If your state or country doesn’t have legal weed, you need to grow your own. Here’s how to start. Home-Grown Tastes Better I …
Seeds
- How to Improve Cannabis Bud QualityMaximize the Quality of Your Buds Cannabis buds need a lot of tender loving care to produce great quality buds. Sometimes, your cannabis plant will grow very well but still, the buds are inferior. In fact, many experienced growers struggle to achieve high-quality buds despite their many years of practice. Luckily, there are quite a …
Should I Plant Autoflowering Seeds?Many growers are still indecisive on growing autoflowering plants because of the unimpressive productivity of the first generation. With no doubt, this kind of weed has come a long way, providing growers an authentic alternative to consider them when planning to grow. The new generation of autoflowering seeds is another great kind to consider, and …- Beautiful Blueberry Kush from a Home Marijuana GardenWow. A beautiful handful of buds from a home grower in Oklahoma. Blueberry Kush. MaryJane is hoping to interview this successful weed gardener. Does he use LED Grow Lights? Is this indoors or outdoor growing? Where does he get his seed? Does he train his plants? Lots of questions that will help everybody. You can …
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- Buying Marijuana Seeds: Ultimate Beginners Guide 2020When growing cannabis for the first time, you want the process to be as simple and easy as possible. But buying marijuana seeds for the first time can feel like decision overload. What is easy to grow? What gives the best results? With so many different strains out there, and so many suppliers, how do …
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- Different Weed for Different People at Different TimesWhy Do Different Weed Strains Affect You Differently? Ever had a bad joint where you’re curled up in a ball, paranoid and scared witless about things invented by your mind? That doesn’t mean to say that all weed is bad for you personally – in most cases, it could just be the wrong variety for …
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Free and Discounted SeedsFlash Notice! Just got word that Grower’s Choice Seeds is offering up to 25% off their seed stock. Typical prices for this company are about $8-9 per seed, so 25% off puts them in the usual price range for ILGM (MaryJane Farmer’s recommended seed bank.) Here is MaryJane’s article on what to look for when …- Can I Clone My Best Cannabis Strain?Clone Your Best Buds Growing cannabis from clones is faster and easier than starting with seeds. Plus, you won’t need to sex the plants as they mature. If you’re interested in cloning and raising clones, the best investment you can make is cloning gel. Cloning gel (also known as rooting gel) helps the clones recover …
- How to Grow Autoflowering WeedDIY Autoflowering Cannabis Growing cannabis plants outside can be an exciting endeavor. Growing with autoflowering strains is different than using “sexed” seeds, and you need to know a few tricks. If you are a beginner, start here with our step-by-step guide for Seed to Weed. If you are unfamiliar with autoflowering cannabis, then check out Autoflowering …
- Sales and Discounts This WeekOn Sale This Week Just a couple of quick notes on marijuana and vape sales that are coming your way or already happening. Grower’s Choice is offering some of their strains with a 20% discount: Bubba Kush, Great White Shark and Critical Purple. 3-seed packs of each are $35. All these seeds are feminized varieties, …
- How to Store Cannabis SeedsA reader recently asked us a couple of questions about storing cannabis seeds. We realized it was info we haven’t covered on the site yet, so we figured it was worth a post. Here’s what he wanted to know: How long can you store cannabis seeds for? Is there a maximum amount of time they’ll …
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Trimmers
- Best Bud Trimmers (2020)You’ve just spent three months waiting anxiously for harvest time. Your cannabis crop is looking ready and smelling good. At this point, you might be thinking about investing in an automatic bud trimmer—speeding things up, saving yourself a bit of manual labor. However, the last thing you want to do is harm those buds you’ve …
- Sale on Trimmers, Rosin Presses, Grow SpacesGreat Sale on Everything You Need to Grow Your Own Weed. Our friends at Trimleaf are holding a sale and It’s a doozy. Almost everything they sell is 20% off from now to the end of March. And they sell practically everything you need to grow. Here are some examples. Rosin Presses Whether you are a …
- Best Trimmers for Big HarvestsTrimmers for Harvest Time For outdoor cannabis growers, the time has come in the northern hemisphere to start preparing to harvest your buds. You might need to know when to trim your buds and whether to do it by machine or by hand. For the newbie large scale grower, you may be doing a bit of …
Vapes
Best Vape Pens for CBD and EJuiceThere are so many vape pens available out there that it can be intimidating for a beginner. Not to worry, we’ve done some deep digging and narrowed it down to our top 3 best vape pens for CBD vape juice. Any one of these will be a solid choice—whatever your budget! Buy Legit and Stay …- Best Vape Reviews (2020)Best Vapes. So, you want to vape cannabis instead of bonging / piping / smoking joints? In this article we will look at the essential things to consider when buying your first vape machine, and hopefully narrow your personal choices from a confusing constellation down to a list of 2-3 that might suit you best. …
- Best Vaporizers for Dry Herb 2020Dry Herb Vaporizers for pot Dry Herb Vaporizers can be the safest, purest, most effective way to smoke weed. Medicinally or recreationally. And now thanks to portable dry herb vaporizers or vape pens they’re probably the most convenient way too. Unlike a bulky tabletop marijuana vaporizer or a hookah, they just slip neatly in your …
Cannabis Vapes – Buy Legal, Stay Safe!What is the Danger from Vaping? In the fog of media claims and counter-claims regarding deaths from cannabis vaping, the message is clear – if you buy cannabis vaping fluid from a legal dispensary you are likely to be less exposed to the danger of lipoid pneumonia. That does not mean NO exposure, it just means …- Sales and Discounts This WeekOn Sale This Week Just a couple of quick notes on marijuana and vape sales that are coming your way or already happening. Grower’s Choice is offering some of their strains with a 20% discount: Bubba Kush, Great White Shark and Critical Purple. 3-seed packs of each are $35. All these seeds are feminized varieties, …
Vape Pneumonia Caused by Adulterated PrefillsIn two recent reports from the Centers for Disease Control, doctors found a clear link between Vitamin E and the lipoid pneumonia associated with vaping and e-cigarettes. The Vitamin E was found in e-juice liquids as well as in THC prefills. Tests on the lungs of vaping pneumonia patients found very high levels of Vitamin …- Vaping MarijuanaFor years, smoking was the popular method of consuming cannabis. However, with the growth of the cannabis industry, more innovative methods were created. The use of cannabis flower in vapes is one of them. One of the questions we often get is “Can I Vape Pot?” Before you jump into vaping cannabis, there are certain …
- Vaporizer AccessoriesDo you Need to Find Gifts for the Vapers You Know? Do you need the accessories too? Once you’ve found the best weed vape for your needs, to get the best out of it and keep it in top condition you’ll need a few accessories—like a grinder, carry case cleaning kit etc. While you can’t …