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Terpenes

Terpenes are the fragrant organic compounds that gives cannabis strains their distinctive aroma and flavor. Just like THC and CBD, terpenes attach to receptors in the brain and as a result, have various effects on the mind and body. Learn more about terpenes, their benefits, and how to boost them in your grow below.

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Cannabis

Promoting Terpenes in Cannabis

Knowing how to enhance terpene production in marijuana goes a long way to making a more flavorful and nice-smelling smoke.
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By: Lee G Lyzit | Grower, Writer

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Harvest
Terpene Isolation and Extraction: Grabbing a Share of the Cannabis Market
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By: Chris Bond | Certified Permaculture Designer, Nursery Technician, Nursery Professional
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Cannabinoids
Exploring the Cannabis Entourage Effect
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By: Kent Gruetzmacher | Writer, Owner of KCG Content
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Cannabis
How Minerals and Light Affect Terpene Production
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By: August Dunning
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Terpenes
The Top 6 Types of Terpenes Found in Cannabis
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By: Rich Hamilton | Writer, Consultant, Author of The Growers Guide
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Cannabinoids
CBG: The Key to Cannabis Trichome Chemistry
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By: August Dunning
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The Crazy, Colorful World of Cannabis Slang
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By: Mark S.
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Terpenes
Prescribing Cannabinoids: The Terpene Connection
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By: August Dunning
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Using Terpenes and Scent to Choose Cannabis Strains
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By: William Tremblay

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Terpenes Q&As

What types of extracts contain the most terpenes?

“What types of extracts contain the most terpenes?”

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Answered by: Lee G Lyzit | Grower, Writer

More Terpenes Articles

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    Cannabinoids

    The Entourage Effect

    Many in the cannabis community talk about the entourage effect, but what is it exactly and is there proof that such a thing exists? Chris Bond explains.

    By: Chris Bond | Certified Permaculture Designer, Nursery Technician, Nursery Professional

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