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CBN Oil: What is It and What Does It Do?
CBN: What You Should Know About This Rare Hemp CannabinoidSure, you’ve heard about CBD—but have you caught wind of CBN? While it hasn’t reached the same household-name status, cannabinol (CBN) has been generating attention among hemp users and researchers alike.CBN’s appeal lies in its rarity and growing consumer interest in cannabinoids beyond CBD. With less than 1% concentration in most hemp flowers, CBN remains harder to come by—but that hasn’t stopped it from becoming one of the most talked-about minor cannabinoids on the scene.What Is CBN?CBN is one of over... Read more...
Can You Fly with CBD Hemp Flower?
Despite being declared a legal substance through the 2018 Farm Bill, loads of red tape still surround hemp as an agricultural commodity. The reason? Not everyone fully understands what it is and how it’s different from marijuana.Generally speaking, you should be able to move around the country with your pockets full of hemp and not a care in the world. But because of gray areas in hemp law, people are still stuck wondering -- can you fly with CBD hemp flower?Does the TSA Look for Hemp Flower?It’s the TSA’s job to... Read more...
CBD Gummies Expiration
Do CBD Gummies Expire? Here’s How to Keep Them FreshCBD gummies are a favorite among hemp users for good reason—they’re discreet, easy to enjoy, and available in a variety of flavors. Whether you’re new to CBD or just looking to buy in bulk, there’s one important question to ask: Do CBD gummies expire?Just like any edible product, they won’t last forever. So if you're stocking up, here’s what you need to know about shelf life, storage, and smart shopping habits.Yes—CBD Gummies Do ExpireWhile there’s no exact expiration timeline that applies... Read more...
Hemp Industry Leaders: Skip Stone with Stashlogix
Cannabis travel and storing essentials for cannabis loving citizens everywhere, Stashlogix offers a variety of products for cannabis consumers looking for high quality, thoughtful, secure, and discreet products.Stashlogix CEO Skip Stone, is an experienced and successful leader in business development and fundraising, proficient in complicated Municipal Government sales, equipment procurement, industrial equipment startup, research and development (R&D), product design, supply chain management, sourcing, and importing and exporting. Hear more about Stashlogix from CEO, Skip Stone. Get to Know Stashlogix and their CEOThe Stashlogix story starts with a dad concerned that his young kids... Read more...
Hemp Industry Leaders: O’Neil Rudolph with Cannachange
Imagine a world where cannabis consumption can be sustainable, like truly sustainable, giving back to the planet that the cannabis plant grows in. Cannachange is on a mission to create this world with a cannabis sustainability initiative that functions through a mobile app, and allows consumers to return recyclable, reusable, and compostable cannabis packaging to dispensaries for points that turn into dispensary credit.The Plain Jane blog covers a lot of cannabis/hemp/CBD industry leaders and so, it was a must to have a sit down with the founder of cannachange. Global... Read more...
Recognizing Juneteenth, the End of Slavery: 1865
Many believe that slavery ended in 1863 with the Emancipation Proclamation. And while this may have some truth, as The National Museum of African American History and Culture states: “Not everyone in Confederate territory would immediately be free. Even though the Emancipation Proclamation was made effective in 1863, it could not be implemented in places still under Confederate control. As a result, in the westernmost Confederate state of Texas, enslaved people would not be free until much later.”June + Nineteen= JuneteenthIt wasn’t until June 19, 1865 when union troops arrived in... Read more...
Cannabis-Friendly Travel is Now in the Billions
I started living on the road making cannabis and travel a part of my everyday life back in 2018. I packed up and hit the road to learn all I could about the world of cannabis and the magical plant herself. Fast forward 4 years later and I see headlines like the one by Forbes: Cannabis Tourism Is Now A $17 Billion Industry—And It’s Just Taking Off; and my initial reaction is: “well of course it is!”Cannabis is an industry and every industry will be linked to cannabis. I knew... Read more...
Elixir, a Breakdown of What it Is 
Before cannabis entered mainstream culture, wine and spirits were the default choices for social gatherings. Today, cannabis-infused elixirs are becoming a unique alternative at celebrations, meetups, and casual get-togethers. Whether served as beverages or used in creative recipes, elixirs are gaining popularity among cannabis enthusiasts.If you're new to the concept of cannabis elixirs, this blog will walk you through what they are, how they're made, and how people are using them.What Is an Elixir?The word elixir has deep historical and linguistic roots. According to Merriam-Webster, the term can refer to:... Read more...
Dab Mat; a 101 to What it Is and How to Use 
The cannabis community is getting so crafty with the creation of various cannabis accessories. I had no idea what a dab mat was and so I did a little digging and here’s my understanding.What is a DabBefore getting into what a dab mat is, it would be helpful to describe what a dab is, or, what dabbing is. In this dab video shared by Leafly, the visual will help you understand what a dab is and how to do it. It’s basically cannabis concentrate in various forms/textures: wax, resin, shatter, etc.,... Read more...
CBGA - a Very Major - Minor Cannabinoid
Cannabigerol, or CBG, is often referred to as the "mother of all cannabinoids"—and for good reason. Without CBG, other well-known cannabinoids like CBD and THC wouldn’t exist. But to understand CBG, we first need to get acquainted with its raw, acidic form: CBGA.What is CBGA?CBGA (Cannabigerolic acid) is considered the precursor—or biochemical building block—for major cannabinoids like THC, CBD, and CBC. Produced in the trichomes of the cannabis plant, CBGA is essential in the plant’s cannabinoid synthesis pathway.When exposed to heat or light in a process called decarboxylation, CBGA loses... Read more...
Celebrating CannaMoms this Mothers Day with Cannabis Inspired Gifts
Mother’s Day, a celebration honoring the mother of the family or individual, as well as motherhood, maternal bonds, and the influence of mothers.Not too long ago, a parent stating that cannabis helped them be better parents, may have landed them in jail and their kids in the system. Jails are filled with parents- mostly black and brown parents, that consumed cannabis for a variety of reasons, which includes parenting. This mothers day, let's remember those moms, let's fight for their cause and release, and let's celebrate the way cannabis helps everyone,... Read more...
Hashish - the Compression of Kief and Trichomes
Hashish often carries a heavy stigma, but in reality, it’s simply a concentrated form of the cannabis plant. This potent material is produced by compressing the trichome-rich parts of cannabis flowers, resulting in a solid, resinous substance. With a texture ranging from sticky to crumbly—sometimes resembling a vegan brownie or cookie dough—hashish can be consumed in a variety of ways, including smoking and vaping.Despite its modern associations, hashish has deep cultural roots and a history that spans centuries.A Brief History of HashishHashish is believed to date back as far as... Read more...