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Cannabis in Germany

Germany has been put in the spotlight after the latest news about the legalization and regulation of recreational cannabis in its territory, which should be approved in a few days. Today we tell you about the origins of this plant in German territory, its evolution over the centuries and how this happy situation has finally been reached, which we hope will inspire other EU countries.

Medicines of the past: Cannabis, mushrooms and ancient forgotten therapies

Throughout history, humanity has sought relief and healing using a variety of resources, where plants and fungi have been fundamental in traditional therapies. This article delves into medicines of the past, focusing on cannabis and medicinal mushrooms.

Ethos Genetics, a well-deserved reputation

Ethos Genetics burst onto the scene of the world of cannabis seed banks with a very clear head; offer worked and tested genetics produced from top-level plants to raise the quality standard of the market. Today we will tell you more about them and present some of the varieties that are most successful among our customers.

How to install a hydroponic growing system for cannabis plants

In this post, we explain step-by-step how to assemble a hydroponic growing system. We itemise you all the necessary materials and products to successfully complete the assembly of an automatic irrigation and drainage system.

Lemon Tek

Today we present you with a paradigm shift in the way that magic mushrooms are consumed. Thanks to mixing lemon juice with Psilocybin, an easy and quick formula has been found to consume these mushrooms, in addition to generating a different experience from the ones you've had so far.

Paul Stamets, a legend of the mushroom world

Paul Stamets has become one of the most outstanding figures in the world of mycology and the study of fungi. Thanks to his multidisciplinary vision, he has managed to highlight the wonderful properties of the fungal kingdom, as well as the incredible potential that it seems to have to improve our lives in many different ways.

Cannabis and Portugal, a century-old relationship

Today we invite you to learn about the evolution of cannabis in Portugal up to the current situation, a country that has decided to approach the issue of cannabis regulation from a point of view, why not say it, much more coherent and courageous than that of most European countries.

Conscious Genetics, latest generation American hybrids

Today we present a new seed bank that we have incorporated into Alchimia, the Americans from Conscious Genetics. As you can see, this bank stands out for working with very specific plants and in a masterful way, offering a series of last generation hybrids with qualities that you have rarely seen.

Prepare your outdoor cannabis plants for flowering

At this time, outdoor plants are beginning their flowering or about to do so, so it is worth making a brief review of those aspects of the crop that we can change or improve in order to obtain a successful and problem-free flowering. Today we will show you what you can do to prepare your plants for this important stage and achieve a first-rate harvest.

Cannabinoids in non-cannabis plants

The plant kingdom never ceases to amaze us, in this case with several examples of plants that are not cannabis but that produce primary cannabinoids such as THC, CBD, CBN or CBG. Today we will tell you everything about these plants and the studies that are being carried out on their content in this type of compound.

Learn to grow cannabis in 10 minutes

Do you want to grow cannabis and you don't know where to start from? In this article, we explain in a simple way everything you need to successfully harvest your plants, whether growing indoors or outdoors. A quick course in cannabis cultivation to make life much easier for beginners!

Tom Wagner, the legendary creator of the Green Zebra tomato variety

Tom Wagner is considered a leading figure in the tomato farming community and has shared his knowledge and experience with other growers and gardeners. His tomato and potato varieties have been prized for their flavor, appearance, and disease resistance for decades. Today we tell you all about this legendary breeder.

Cannabis smoothies

Summer arrives, and with it the heat and the lack of desire to eat solid foods depending on what type of food...for this reason, today we want to teach you how to prepare some delicious and refreshing smoothies with which, in addition to combating high temperatures, you will be able to ingest a good amount of nutrients so that you do not lack energy and, of course, you can enjoy the effects of a magnificent cannabis smoothie.

H4CBD: the new synthetic cannabinoid

Today we want to introduce you to a new synthetic cannabinoid called H4CBD. It is a new version of CBD, which is one of the cannabinoids with the greatest therapeutic potential produced by the cannabis plant and which seems to see its properties increased thanks to this laboratory process.

Terence Mckenna, a mushroom-loving polymath

Terence Mckenna is a difficult figure to describe; writer, philosopher, historian, ethnobotanist, psychonaut... Today we want to introduce you to this iconic personality of the psychedelic movement, undoubtedly one of the best advocates of the use of entheogenic substances of the last century.

THC and urine tests - How to pass them?

Urine tests are widely used to detect THC, the main psychoactive component of cannabis. These tests look for THC metabolites in the urine, indicating recent use. However, it is important to note that the results can be positive even weeks after consumption, raising questions about privacy and individual rights. Today we tell you everything about this type of test.