Grow Management and Lambs Bread

by Travis C | Sep 4, 2018 | Cannabis Law & Compliance, growing, The Real Dirt Podcast Episodes, Tony Don't Smoke OG

Tony Don’t Smoke OG Ep. 104

Roll it up, ya’ll! Tony Don’t Smoke OG Ep. 4 brings Chip and Tony together once more with their secret guest I225. The gang smokes on some Cookies in this one as they talk grow management and how to organize a cannabis business.

From constantly inspecting your environment to getting down into the dirt, managing a grow is not easy by any stretch of the imagination. Sure, growing a couple dozen plants with a couple hands on deck is manageable, but once you start growing your scale, it only gets more difficult.

Chip, Tony and I225 have decades of grow management experience between them, and share their knowledge and tips to boost productivity and reduce oversight. But it ain’t all about the technical stuff!

Cookies is one of the most popular elite strains in the cannabis industry today, with new crosses coming out left and right. The gang talks strain popularity, and what makes a strain so popular in the first place. Plus, we get to hear where the original Lambs Bread strain came from, and how Tony managed to get an original cut back in the day.

Listen to the full episode of Tony Don’t Smoke OG right now here on The Real Dirt, or listen on your favorite podcast app!

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Cannabis Tests: fact or faux?

by Travis C | Aug 28, 2018 | growing, The Real Dirt Podcast Episodes, Tony Don't Smoke OG

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Cannabis tests have become essential for new cannabis businesses looking to get their products onto dispensary shelves. This is a good thing, but it isn’t as well-rounded as it should be, yet.

According to the most recent round of testing for legal cannabis distributors, one in five products have failed the cannabis tests conducted since July 1st. This does not mean that the cannabis may be poisonous or too risky to consume. It just doesn’t meet the standards of the testers and their criteria. Since July 1st, California has tested over 5,000 batches of legal cannabis, with roughly 20% failing.

Cannabis tests in California

Before legalization, there was still testing. It was way more limited, and only select people did it. Some used cannabis tests to show off their THC content with the lab tests backing them up to boost their credibility. Others would only get their product tested if it was required by the dispensary they were trying to get the product into.

The shady side of cannabis tests becomes apparent when you examine who was conducting the tests. Many were found to be merely scams. Their tests were faked or their results falsified. Others charged exorbitant prices to get the tests.

Not only were the testers an issue, but the tests themselves. Back in the day, growers had the option of just testing for potency, or testing for everything like pesticides and other potentially harmful additives. With the potency testing being the cheapest and fastest option —and the majority of consumers focusing on potency as a signifier of quality — most opted for this test.

Testing in the new industry is now much more strict. Cannabis tests will test a batch for everything, including potency and other chemicals without needing separate tests. But with more people trying to get into the industry legally, labs are backed up across the state. There are currently just 31 labs licensed to test products for distributors serving more than 400 licensed dispensaries in the state.

It’s clear that the legal industry in California has some way to go before it will truly be standing on its own.

Hear Chip and Tony talk regulation and other aspects of cannabis on this week’s episode of Tony Don’t Smoke OG, straight out of Humboldt, the cannabis hub of the Emerald Triangle.

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The Origin of Trainwreck: Tony Don’t Smoke OG Ep. 102

by Travis C | Aug 21, 2018 | cannabis culture, growing, Season 2, The Real Dirt Podcast Episodes, Tony Don't Smoke OG

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It seemingly came out of nowhere. It’s origin is shrouded in mystery. Trainwreck is a legendary, elite strain that any cannabis connoisseur will recognize when they hear the name.

The heavy-hitting sativa-dominant hybrid blew up when it came around, with growers and consumers alike loving its energetic effects that came from it’s Mexican and Thai sativa heritage. The Afghan cross adds a little indica to the mix, making Trainwreck an ideal strain for the active consumer.

But where did it come from?

The mystery remains. But there are theories. And boy, do Chip and Tony have a few.

Listen to this week’s Real Dirt segment of Tony Don’t Smoke OG. Chip and Tony are joined from Dan of Humboldt Integrated Cannabis as they puff on some Trainwreck, talk about some hilarious stoner stories, and ponder the origins of the legendary strain.

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Tony Don’t Smoke OG Ep. 101

by Travis C | Jul 30, 2018 | growing, The Real Dirt Podcast Episodes, Tony Don't Smoke OG

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Introducing Tony Don’t Smoke OG, a new Real Dirt mini-series devoted to the art of weed-snobbery. Hang out with Chip and Tony as they smoke and jive on some of the most popular strains and trends in the industry and talk about what’s happening across the country.

This 10-part mini-series will be intermixed with Real Dirt episodes so you can have a mid-week break with a little Tony Don’t Smoke snack, or sit down and enjoy a full-length Real Dirt episode! Each episode the duo will be smoking something new and different, and they aren’t holding anything back.

Listen to Tony Don’t Smoke OG right here on TheRealDirt.com or listen on the go on iTunes or Spotify!