Maximum Yield Cannabis USA December 2017 / January 2018 | Page 81

DOS AND DON’TS OF KEEPING IT FRESH
Essentially, there are five sworn enemies of harvested
marijuana; air, humidity, light, mold, and for some, detection.
Thin plastic bags made for sandwiches are taboo for storing.
Carrying your herb from point A to point B in a baggie is
okay, or when consumption outpaces time, but if you want it
to remain fresh over a longer period, you’ll need to transfer it
into something more conducive to its preservation.
Here’s why you should avoid using sandwich bag plastic
for storage purposes. The first obvious negative is that the
bags are transparent. More than that, however, with just a
moderate rise in temperature, these bags begin to break
down and release petrol-based toxins that can permeate your
stash. They also leak odor and allow in light and air that will
eventually dry out your buds. If that weren’t enough, plastic
bags create static electricity that leaves the fine trichomes
clinging to the bag, which can be a real pain in the bud.
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PUT A LID ON IT
One of the best methods of preservation is glass jars. Glass
jars offer a host of pluses and there are several types from
which to choose—from jars with a rubber seal that clamp
down to good old Mason jars with a lid and screw-on band.
Store in a cool, dark place because glass can sweat and you
don’t want to create the opportunity for mold.
Colored or blacked-out jars are best, as they block out
greater amounts of light. Moreover, jars help prevent air from
leaking out (which carries scent) and air from seeping in
(which can dry out its contents). Less light, less air, fresher
smoke. The jury is still out, however, on how full you should
fill your jar. Some suggest you shouldn’t pack your herb into
myhydrolife.com
“WHEN MARIJUANA BECOMES
MUMMY-DRY, IT SMOKES
HARSHLY, LOSES POTENCY,
AND BURNS UP QUICKLY; THE
ANTITHESIS OF FRESH WEED.“
grow. heal. learn. enjoy.
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