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Types of cannabis oils

Marijuana extracts and concentrates are being increasingly used by the cannabis community in these days. In this post we tell you what are some of the different oils found and how are they made, from the most potent THC-rich BHO to medicinal oils made from CBD extracts and vegetable oils.

Cannabis and Cinema

Here we present you a compilation of funny, cult and bizarre films, all dedicated to the world of cannabis. Especially for those who want to have a good time with a fat joint and good company.

Medicinal properties of CBD

The therapeutical properties of CBD and its great number of applications are currently being studied by the scientific community, so the list of diseases and conditions which can be treated with this cannabinoid is constantly increasing.

What is Mildew and how to combat it ?

In this post we explain everything you need to know about Mildew, from its procreation until how to fight it. Once more, we suggest you to do prevention with ecological products to avoid the appearance of pests and diseases in your plants, only using chemicals as a last and desperate option. Also, remember that a proper hygiene in the crop will save us from a multitude of headaches related with pests.

History of the medicinal use of cannabis

In this post we present a brief chronology of the medical use of marijuana by mankind, from the first written reference found until today. We'll see how cannabis has accompanied people for thousands of years, taking profit from from its many therapeutic properties before being subjected to a nonsense prohibition.

Ballasts for growing cannabis plants

Ballasts or power supply units are needed to use HPS or HM bulbs on indoor marijuana crops. In this post we explain the different types of ballasts that can be found on the market, as well as their main features and performance. From the simplest magnetic ballasts to the last-gerneration electronic ones, they are needed in any indoor lighting system, so it is worth to know something more about them before purchasing one of these units.

Soil Food Web Gardening

Sadly, many times growers don't know what is happening below the ground. Bacteria, fungi, nematodes, protozoa, arthropods, earthworms...all of them are creating a perfect environment for the roots of our plants, and taking profit from it is a wise decision by the farmer. In this post we tell you more about Soil Food Web gardening, a technique which is increasingly used worldwide.

Basic nomenclature of cannabis genetics

It is not rare to see novice growers wondering what IBL, BX or S1 mean. While they may seem useless, these acronyms give plenty of information when we know their meaning. In this post we tell you some basic concepts of cannabis genetics so you can fine-tune your choice when purchasing seeds.

Acti-Vera from Biobizz, Aloe Vera for cannabis farming

Here we present you a new product for the care and maintenance of cannabis plants, Acti-Vera from Biobizz. This product helps cannabis plants to improve their performance, making them more resistant to hot temperatures, increasing their nutrient assimilation and speeding up their cell division. It’s an innovative, top quality vegan product.

Root rot on cannabis plants

In this article we tell you about root rot, a disease caused by different root fungi that attacks a large number of plants, causing severe damages in numerous crops. Although it’s almost impossible to treat, we can prevent its appearance by following a few simple steps, which of course we share with you!

Live Resin, Holy Water, Terp Sap

Live Resin, a new cannabinoid and terpene extraction method that assures us a greater amount of taste and smell in the resin extractions.

Introducing Humboldt Seeds Organization

In this post we present you the American seed bank Humboldt Seeds Organization, which offers some of the most popular American cannabis strains so all European growers can also enjoy them.

Introduction to cannabis pests and diseases

A brief summary of common pests and diseases that affect cannabis plants. Insects, aphids, molds, viruses...we have lots of potential enemies for our plants, and managing them properly is a key factor for a successful crop. Learn everything you need to prevent and eradicate these annoying guests.

Presentation of Fast Buds in Alchimia

We are pleased to welcome to our catalogue the FastBuds seed bank, which brings the best automatic cannabis strains of the USA to the European market. Powerful, productive and very colorful, you will love Fastbuds strains!

Does Cannabis make you more creative?

It has been said many times that cannabis inspires creativity, since it has been widely used by musicians, writers, filmmakers, actors, scientists and even politicians... but is this really true? In this article we introduce you many public figures who have used cannabis to influence their work or to improve their quality of life throughout the history.

Characteristics of Sativa cannabis strains

Sativa varieties are characterized by their large size and long flowering period, as well as their special high, happy, creative, cerebral and especially psychedelic. Growing these varieties can be a bit complicated, especially indoors, although it is worth the effort when we see the results. Today we tell you everything you need to know before growing Sativa varieties.