Cannabis in the 90s, the green tide breaks out
The 1990s were a crucial period for the development of cannabis, not just in legal terms, but also in cultural and technological terms. In much of the world, cannabis remained illegal and demonized, but in certain regions such as the Netherlands, the plant began to see a greater degree of tolerance and regulation. In Amsterdam, for example, coffee shops selling cannabis operated within a flexible legal framework, attracting tourists and growers from around the world. At the same time, in the United States and Canada, the first serious moves toward the legalization of medicinal cannabis were underway, with California passing Proposition 215 in 1996, which allowed the use of cannabis to treat a variety of medical conditions.
In parallel, cannabis cultivation technology advanced significantly. The cannabis community experienced a boom in the creation of new genetics and cultivation techniques, leading to the refinement of strains that are still popular today. In addition, indoor cultivation began to dominate the market, as it offered the possibility of complete control over growing conditions and much more discretion, which was essential to maximize yield and quality at a time when outdoor cultivation was still risky due to restrictive laws. This was a period of innovation, where seed banks and growers around the world shared knowledge and techniques, leading to a true cannabis revolution. Today we will delve into this interesting decade and look at some of the most important milestones in our industry...will you join us?