Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 15, 2023

While the Cup has changed dramatically from those days, a tiny bit of that spirit lives on as some cultivators submit their new “headline cultivars” for consideration. White Grapefruit Cookies from Seed & Strain , as part of the Sativa Flower Kit, is one of those cultivars. This batch of flower tested at 0.88% CBGa, 0.52% THC, 38.6%

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Illinois News Joint

JULY 7, 2023

With the ever-expanding array of cultivated cultivars, it becomes crucial to take notice when a strain garners a devoted fan base. Over the last few years, The Glove has managed to cultivate its own small yet enthusiastic group of fans. The Glove is a hybrid cross of The Snowman and Y Life.

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Illinois News Joint

MARCH 21, 2023

But 28g of premium flower from Illinois cultivators were few and far between, and the bulk buy often didn’t warrant enough of a discounted price for the purchase. I recently received an email inquiring about which cultivators in Illinois are now selling ounces of flower, so I had to check.

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Illinois News Joint

OCTOBER 19, 2023

I’m happy to see cultivators working with new genetics, but what really excites me is the allure of running into strains I’d never encountered before. Blackberry Moonshine is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of unknown origin. Ozone has recently released a run of new cultivars, among them, Blackberry Moonshine.

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Illinois News Joint

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

While some cultivators use the Illinois High Times Magazine People’s Choice Cannabis Cup as an opportunity to showcase new genetics, some cultivators aim for the gold by entering well-known blockbusters. I picked up for this review a gram of Gas Station Sushi as part of the High Times Cannabis Cup Sativa Flower Kit.

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Illinois News Joint

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

Kaviar still stands alone as one of the only licensed cultivators in Illinois bringing a (somewhat silly) but absolute cannabis classic to the state, moonrocks. Blood Moon is a hybrid cross of EmergenC and Kush Mints. This low then high effect made the Blood Moon Moonrock more “indica then sativa” buzz than a true middle ground hybrid.

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Veriheal

AUGUST 22, 2023

Sublime Collaborates With Expert Cultivators The aesthetics of the Reefers by Sublime packaging and merch align with the band’s visual identity, featuring the iconic “40 Oz to Freedom” sun cover art , originally designed by Opie Ortiz. Reefers by Sublime pre-rolls come in 0.7 Reefers by Sublime pre-rolls come in 0.7

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Illinois News Joint

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

In order to truly set their product apart, some cultivators focus on creating their own genetic portfolios, ensuring the strains are unique to their label. There are a few Illinois-based cultivators with in-house breeding programs, and anytime a new strain hits the market, it gets my attention.

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Illinois News Joint

MAY 12, 2024

Old heads spoke of special growing techniques, special locations it could be cultivated, and of course, about how much higher it could get you. Purple Churro is a hybrid cross of Cinnamon Horchata and Apples and Bananas, originally created by Compound Genetics. Before legalization, purple weed had its own mythology.

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Illinois News Joint

JUNE 13, 2023

There is a level of cannabis knowledge that can only be gained through hands-on cultivation experience. Not only do growers develop a deeper appreciation for the plant, but they also tap into broader trends, such as popular strains and cultivation methods. Superfreak is a hybrid F6 phenotype of the sativa mutant-strain, Freakshow.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 16, 2022

True Terpenes write… They say it’s hard to teach an old dog new tricks; for the cannabis industry, it’s proving to be next to impossible to get producers and consumers alike to move away from the age-old dichotomy of indica vs. sativa. While it was agreed upon among scientists that cannabis’ botanical name was cannabis sativa L. ,

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Illinois News Joint

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Animal Face is a hybrid cross of Face Off OG and Animal Mints. The effects landed in the hybrid spectrum with the relatively functional head high balanced with a heavy body buzz that eventually took over the overall buzz for more sedation. The dense buds were drenched in trichomes with dark-orange pistils flaring out.

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Illinois News Joint

MARCH 10, 2023

Louis cultivator Progressive Treatment Solutions. Papaya x Gelato is an indica-leaning hybrid cross. Papaya x Gelato took quite some time to fully set in, opening physically with some euphoric tingling that struck me as more sativa than indica. It’s been more than five months since we reviewed a product from East St.

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The Cannigma

APRIL 5, 2022

During this time cultivators might be thrilled to see the fruits of their labor, but many don’t know when’s the best time to break out the scissors. But before you rush to the finish line, make sure you know the basics of cannabis cultivation for beginners. Note that these rules don’t apply to autoflowering hybrids.

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Otherside Farms

JUNE 21, 2019

Cannabis is native to central Asia and could be one of the earliest crop plants ever cultivated. It’s cultivated for the use of its highly fibrous composition in woven materials. Sativa and other cannabis species contain different mixtures of compounds. Another layer of mixture: crossbred plants create hybrids.

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Illinois News Joint

MAY 1, 2023

Some cultivators are betting big on the preroll category. Front Porch will eventually be producing sativa, hybrid, and indica preroll pack options, but its first product is the half-gram mixed-strain Hard Rocker infused preroll.

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Illinois News Joint

APRIL 22, 2023

While I wait for Illinois cultivators to release multi-strain products that offer a similar experience, I’ve been doing the next best thing and creating my own flights of cannabis strains. Blueberry Cupcake, a 50/50 hybrid cross of Blueberry Muffin and Wedding Cake, tested at 0.52% THC, 24.29% THCa, and 25.36% total cannabinoids.

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Illinois News Joint

AUGUST 7, 2023

It’s easy to understand why cultivators select newer genetics often bred for higher yields and THC percentages. Luckily, some cultivators are ignoring these factors and curating older cultivars to create unique flavors and experiences. Colombian Haze is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of Colombian Gold and Thai Haze.

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The Cannigma

MARCH 7, 2022

Cannabis is wind pollinated so it doesn’t take much for male plants to pollinate local wild cannabis, creating a hybrid of the wild and domesticated cannabis. Most of the ditch weed in the US is remnants of a time when hemp cultivation was not only legal, but an important piece of the United State’s manufacturing.

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Miss Marijuana

MAY 28, 2020

Cannabinoid profile: Indica-dominant hybrid, THC-dominant. Cannabinoid profile: Sativa-dominant, CBD-dominant. Cannabinoid profile : Hybrid, CBD-dominant. The Cannatonic strain is very common around California and has an equal blend of sativa and indica. Cannabinoid profile: Sativa-dominant hybrid, CBD-dominant.

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Illinois News Joint

JULY 27, 2024

Bruce Banner, a sativa leaning hybrid cross of OG Kush and Strawberry Diesel, gave off a tangy scent of burnt-orange terpinolene that hit me heaviest when I opened the door. This cycle was also my first grow with the substantially larger Grower’s Republic M780 Grow Light , and the difference was clear from the start.

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MMJ Recs

APRIL 30, 2024

In this guide, we’re exploring the intricate journey of the medical marijuana cultivation process including distribution, various techniques, regulations, and trends shaping the industry. Medical Marijuana Cultivation Process The journey of medical marijuana begins with cultivation.

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Cannabis Info

AUGUST 13, 2019

When thinking of cannabis strains, one of the first places the mind goes to are the two predominant categories of cannabis: Indica and sativa. We know sativa plants are tall, feature slim leaves and are usually cultivated outdoors. It contains such small concentrations of THC that it is not cultivated as a recreational strain.

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MMJ Recs

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Some of the best MMJ strains available in the state include: Sour Diesel: This sativa-dominant strain is known for its energizing and uplifting effects. Blue Dream: A hybrid strain with balanced effects, Blue Dream is often chosen for its potential to alleviate both physical and mental discomfort. Image by Chris Jay from Pixabay.

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Illinois News Joint

MARCH 21, 2025

One benefit to the expansion of licensed cultivators in Illinois is a wider genetic variety available to consumers. Affie OG is a sativa-leaning hybrid cross of ((SFV OG x Chem D) x 78 Affie) and Sour Best S**t Ever. Labels such as Flora embody this, consistently releasing new (and sometimes obscure) cultivars.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 2, 2021

The company teamed up with premium cannabis cultivators in Southern California to fill GRAV glass with the highest quality and freshest locally-grown flower. The first GRAV Reserve offerings include: GRAV Reserve Orange Mints (Hybrid) – THC 24.05% / Total Cannabinoids 29.03%, 5 mg/g Limonene, 3.5 GRAV Reserve Glass Joints.

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Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

The Phoenix-based cannabis brand has been building its cannabis selection since 2012 when it began researching and cultivating various strains for medical use. Since its beginning as a small medical cannabis supplier, AZ Nectar Farms has established its commitment to high-quality, carefully cultivated cannabis. AZ Nectar Farms Flower.

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Illinois News Joint

DECEMBER 8, 2023

While I’ve run through the entire genetic portfolio of some Illinois cultivators, Bedford Grow has such a deep catalog that I’m still discovering new cultivars to sample. Dawgma is an indica-leaning hybrid cross of Chemnesia (Amnesia Haze and I95) and Big Hurt (Chemdawg D and I95).

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Marijuana Seeds NL

JULY 7, 2021

Over the years, extractors and cultivators alike are discovering that some strains output resin more vigorously than others. Gorilla Glue is a beast of a strain that’s notable for its beloved and potent hybrid effects, and high levels of THC. New or veteran growers will have no problem cultivating higher than normal yields.

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Miss Marijuana

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Grease monkey is a hybrid of two different hybrids: cookies and cream and GG4 (also known as gorilla glue), both Indica- dominant strains. 30% sativa. Grease monkey is actually a combination of two different multi-time award-winning strains: these strains are the hybrid GG4 (aka gorilla glue) and the hybrid cookies and cream.

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Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)

DECEMBER 14, 2022

As new innovations in cannabis cultivation are discovered, the world of cannabis becomes more nuanced every day. For some, loyalty to a specific strain is crucial when looking for products to try, while other cannabis consumers are more open to trying new hybrids and broadening their cannabis horizons. The answer is yes!

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 17, 2021

With a juicy pineapple punch to the palate thanks to the combination of b-caryophyllene, myrcene and limonene terpenes, these gummies deliver a smooth yet hard-hitting hybrid effect. Rythm premium flower is elevated, expertly cultivated and meticulously cured, offering optimal potency, lush aromas and rich flavors. Gage Cannabis Co.

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Illinois News Joint

AUGUST 7, 2023

The fourth annual Illinois High Times Magazine People’s Choice Cannabis Cup officially started today with its acceptance of competitor product submissions from cultivators across the Prairie State. The 2023 Illinois Cannabis Cup also added more dispensaries, listed below, that will carry judging kits.

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Miss Marijuana

OCTOBER 8, 2020

The California born strain, also known as “Larry Bird, after the basketball player, is an indica dominant hybrid enjoyed by novice and more experienced consumers alike because of its balanced hybrid nature. Hybrid (Sativa: 45%. Hues and tones may vary depending on cultivation method.) . Gelato at a glance: Effects.

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SpeedWeed

AUGUST 31, 2021

First Place: Atrium Cultivation – Juice Z. Third Place: Top-Shelf Cultivation – Whoa-Si-Whoa. Sativa Flower. Hybrid Flower. Fourth Place: Atrium Cultivation – ’92 OG Pre-Roll. Sativa Vape Pens. First Place: Dripp – Grape Soda Sativa Vape. Second Place: Buddies – Berry Jane – Sativa Vape.

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SpeedWeed

APRIL 1, 2021

Jack Herer seeds are the hybrid marijuana seeds named in honor of the legendary marijuana rights activist Jack Herer. Jack Herer seeds strain is a hybrid of 3 strains, one sativa and two indica giving it the best of both worlds. The strains are Shiva Skunk ( Indica ), Haze (Sativa) and Northern Lights #5 (Indica).

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The Herb Collective

MARCH 29, 2019

As time went on, breeders began crossing the few strains that were available and created new hybrid strains. It is a sativa-dominant hybrid, believed to be created from a cross between Chem Dawg 91 and Super Skunk. Its parents are OG Kush (written of above) and Durban Poison, which is a pure sativa strain from South Africa.

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