Cannabis Trimming & Harvesting Blog

Hemp Extraction Methods and Tips

Hemp extraction is the process of isolating certain compounds from hemp plant material, such as terpenes, CBD, THC, CBG, CBN, and other cannabinoids. Hemp is a type of cannabis plant

Cryogenic Ethanol Extraction Guide

Cryogenic ethanol extraction is an advanced solvent-based method used to isolate cannabinoids, terpenes, flavonoids, and other bioactive compounds efficiently from hemp and cannabis plant material. Compared to traditional ethanol or

Live Resin vs Live Rosin

The choice between live resin and live rosin comes down to your budget for equipment, desired yield, and target market. If you’re in the cannabis industry, you’ve probably heard people

How to Make High Quality Live Resin

Live resin is likely to be the most important product you make if you’re performing solvent-based cannabis extraction. Live resin products (including live resin wax, live resin vape cartridges, and

Revolutionizing Biomass Reduction with Cryogenic Precision: Introducing the Cryo-Crusher™ by The Original Resinator

In the evolving world of cannabis extraction, product quality, efficiency, and yield are everything. For operators processing fresh frozen biomass at scale, the inefficiencies of traditional hydrocarbon extraction have become

Cleanest & Healthiest Way to Smoke Weed

People who are looking for the healthiest way to smoke weed typically want a method that feels smooth on the throat and minimizes coughing, the ingestion of toxic substances, and

Fresh Frozen Cannabis Guide

In this exclusive Original Resinator guide, we’ll walk you through what fresh frozen cannabis is, how the method of using freshly harvested buds is optimal to preserve terpenes, what commercial

Top 10 Problems With Freeze Drying Cannabis + Solutions

Freeze drying is revolutionizing the post-harvest workflow for cannabis growers and processors, but you need to know how to do it correctly to maintain product quality from live material to

How to Make Live Rosin Cartridges

Live rosin cartridges are a premium SKU that will set your brand apart from competitors in dispensaries. Not only are live rosin vape carts extremely flavorful thanks to their high

Why Cannabis Trimming Without Gloves Is a Bad Idea

There are several reasons people might not want to wear gloves when trimming cannabis buds, such as a perception of having greater control over the bud without gloves, more tactile

Can You Make Fresh Frozen Dry Sift?

Live dry sift, or dry sift made from fresh frozen cannabis, is a relative newcomer to the hash scene; in contrast to older hash-making methods that are performed at room

When to Harvest Cannabis for Best Quality and Yield

Harvesting cannabis at the right time is essential for maximizing the aroma, flavor, and effects of each strain. Harvest cannabis buds too early and you risk a lower trichome quality

Hash vs Weed – What’s the Big Difference?

Hash and weed are two different products that are made from the plant Cannabis sativa. “Hash” is short for “hashish,” which means grass in Arabic. The term “weed” refers to

Cannabis Sugar Leaves – Everything You Should Know

The sugar leaves on cannabis plants offer myriad possibilities for growers and processors when you know how to use them to their full advantage. These small leaves can be used

How to Pick a Great Cannabis Trimming Service

A professional cannabis trimming service can be helpful if you don’t have the space, time, equipment, or personnel to complete this vital task in-house. Or perhaps your farm or facility

Why Freeze Dried Cannabis Makes Business Sense for Cultivators

In today’s hyper competitive cannabis world, every cultivator is looking for an edge to achieve a higher retail price point for their dried buds while avoiding any unnecessary steps or

Dry Ice Hash vs Bubble Hash – The Big Difference Explained

Dry ice hash and bubble hash are both made using cold temperatures and agitation; however, there are some major differences that are important to understand when choosing an extraction process

How Much Bubble Hash Does 1 Oz of Cannabis Yield?

There are a few factors that affect how much bubble hash you’ll get from one ounce of cannabis. And aside from the yield by total weight, you also need to

The Best Ways to Store Trim for Butter and Live Edibles

After you trim your cannabis buds, there are a few different ways to store the trim if you intend to make cannabutter or edibles with it later on. The optimal

Guide to Ideal Temperature and Humidity for Drying Weed

It’s important to dry cannabis flowers in an environment with the right temperature and humidity levels so that your buds don’t go moldy or become overly dry and brittle. You

How Does the Lyophilization Process Work?

Lyophilization, (or freeze drying), is an alternative to air drying, (or evaporation), that uses low temperatures and pressure to extract moisture efficiently from various substances via sublimation. Lyophilization is commonly

How to Make Rosin from Cannabis Buds

Some of the best rosin is made from dry sift and bubble hash, but if you’ve got a batch of quality dried cannabis flower that’s dripping with trichomes, you can

How to Trim Cannabis Like an Expert

A precise and efficient trimming process is essential for cannabis growers—from small-scale boutique growers to large-scale commercial operations. The quality of your trimmed buds affects their weight (and hence your

How to Dry Bubble Hash for the Best Final Product

After ice water extraction, it’s essential to dry bubble hash thoroughly before pressing rosin, selling it as-is, or using the hash in edibles or topicals. When done properly, you can

Pros & Cons of Hand Trimming vs Machine Trimming

All cannabis growers will face the challenge of trimming their buds—whether by hand or using a machine—before selling them to a wholesaler or retail dispensary. The traditional method of trimming