Maximum Yield Cannabis USA Grow Guide Special Edition 2022 | Page 98

Moisture Control
You can purchase purpose-built moisture regulators specifically for cannabis in the form of humidity packs . These little envelopes look like silica gel that you find in packaging boxes . They are tailored to meet the specific humidity conditions of cannabis , whether you are curing or just storing . They are a great inexpensive additional safety measure to chuck in your jar and ensure your stash stays in the best condition possible .
Long-Term Storage
The best way to protect the cannabis you are storing long-term is to vacuum seal it . However , that is not an accessible option for most of us . Although you would not first think of it , freezing cannabis is excellent for long-term storage . Sealing the weed in an airtight container will prevent condensation from collecting and freezing the plant material . A word of caution here , however , as freezing cannabis leaves the trichomes brittle and at risk of falling off at the slightest knock . Realistically , you should expect to lose a little potency . Freezing it in an airtight container is better than keeping it in the fridge . The fridge experiences more temperature and humidity changes while freezer conditions are more stable .
“ You can purchase purpose-built moisture regulators specifically for cannabis in the form of humidity packs .”
Store Flower on its Own
When storing weed long-term , it ’ s important to keep only the cannabis flower in your storage container . Keeping lighters , pipes , or other paraphernalia could cause other odors to absorb into your weed , tainting your experience . Likewise , do not store your weed with or near any other organic substances or anything with a pungent smell . This can affect both the flavor and aroma of your stash . It is also essential to use a new , clean container for storing weed .
Tobacco Humidors
Tobacco humidors are generally made out of cedarwood . They are not suitable for storing cannabis as the oil from the wood can absorb into the flower , affecting the bud ’ s flavor and distorting the valuable terpene profile .
Dry and Cure Properly
If you grow your weed , one of the best bits of advice I can give you on this topic is to take the time to dry and cure it properly following harvest . Drying is as vital as growing , and a lousy drying process can ruin even the best buds . Drying cannabis means reducing the water content of the buds to 10-15 percent , depending on the desired crispiness of the final product . Curing is a long but essential step toward the highest possible quality of smoke . While a thorough cure will not elevate poorly grown flower , a sloppy , rushed cure can ruin quality flower . Dry and cure your weed correctly to start with , and storing it will be much easier .
Like almost everything else organic , the precious trichomes on your buds aren ’ t going to last forever . Over time , changes naturally occur with exposure to heat , light , and moisture . While we cannot avoid these changes indefinitely , we can use a few tips and tricks to keep your weed in tip-top condition so that you can enjoy it for longer .
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