December 19, 2023

The Entourage Effect: A Closer Look at the Role of Cannabis Essential Oil

Essential Education / By Terpene Belt Farms

The cannabis industry has entered a new era of understanding and appreciation for the complexity of the cannabis plant. As research unfolds, one concept has captivated scientists, producers, and consumers alike: the entourage effect. This phenomenon, first proposed by Dr. Ethan Russo in 1998, emphasizes how various cannabinoid and terpene compounds work better together than […]

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How Did We Get Here? Cannabis Prohibition Explained, Part II

The Terpene Trail / By Terpene Belt Farms

Now, you understand how cannabis went from an ordinary cash crop in colonial times to a demonized Schedule I drug. By the late 1980s, penalties for cannabis related offenses got totally out of hand. The number of people imprisoned for nonviolent drug offenses in the US skyrocketed (from 50,000 in 1980, to over 400,000 in

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Cannabis Terpene Manifesto

The Terpene Trail / By Shareef El Sissi

When I started working in California’s medical cannabis industry in 2009, I knew that cannabis would be sold across the globe in convenience stores, specialty shops, and pharmacies alike. The inevitability of that future captivated my ambition, but I struggled to resolve how that future would take shape. As years passed and I explored more

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Terpenes Mimic Cannabinoids: Research-Based Formulation Strategies

Essential Education / By Terpene Belt Farms

Understanding the pharmacological interplay between terpenes and cannabinoids offers significant competitive advantages for product developers formulating cannabis-based products. Peer-reviewed research confirms what many formulators have observed: Terpenes don’t merely complement cannabinoids; some actively mimic and enhance cannabinoid effects through direct receptor interactions. This creates transformative opportunities for brands seeking to optimize therapeutic outcomes, enhance product

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How Did We Get Here? Cannabis Prohibition Explained, Part I

The Terpene Trail / By Terpene Belt Farms

This week, U.S. Democrat and Republican lawmakers have reintroduced a bill to set the basis for the legalization of adult-use cannabis at the federal level. Although the proposed legislation won’t have a real effect on the cannabis industry in the short term, it will help lawmakers to have the tools to create a regulatory system to legalize

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A Look at Field Prep for Planting Season

Farm Life / By Terpene Belt Farms

As springtime blooms across the northern hemisphere, we eagerly prepare for our fifth season of planting. Here in California, there’s never a “normal” year — only a drought year or a flood year. 2023 has definitely been the latter, with severe flooding that serves as a stark reminder of the inevitable adversity we face. Yet,

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Andrew - Cannabis Industry - Tour Part 2

Beyond the Headlines: Street Views of America’s Cannabis Industry From My Eight-City Tour [Part 2]

The Terpene Trail / By Shareef El Sissi

I continued my trek along America’s hottest cannabis markets to understand what’s really going on in Massachusetts, Illinois and Missouri. (If you missed out on my insider info about New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, you can catch up here). 1. Boston, Massachusetts NECANN Boston is a three-day homecoming of cannabis on the east coast. This year

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Fresh Never Frozen® Menu Explainer

Essential Education / By Terpene Belt Farms

Browsing our product menu and unsure of what the names mean? In this post, we break down the three components of our product names: Vintage, Flavor Profile, and Variety. We also explain why we don’t use strain names or indica/sativa classifications. All Fresh Never Frozen® oils are cannabinoid-free and 100% plant material — never frozen, dried

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How to Evaluate Cannabis Essential Oil: Professional Sensory Techniques

Essential Education / By Terpene Belt Farms

Sensory evaluation of cannabis essential oils isn’t just a quality control issue; it’s a critical process that can make or break formulation success. For R&D teams and product developers working with these oils, implementing a standardized evaluation protocol ensures consistent product experiences, reduces reformulation cycles, and builds brand confidence among consumers. At Terpene Belt Farms,

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Terp n’ Roll: The Rise of Sanctuary Medicinals Using Fresh Never Frozen®

Customer Stories / By Terpene Belt Farms

Sanctuary Medicinals is the epitome of a cool cannabis company, where live music and top-notch products harmonize in perfect pitch. Its new “Live! From the Lab” brand has an ethos that shines through in every product, from the “Roadie” vapes to the “One-Hit Wonder” chillums — each allowing the cannabis plant to take center stage and showcase

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