You probably have a stash of marijuana on you right now – provided that it is legal in your country. If you are someone who keeps a stock of cannabis, so you don’t have to buy every time you need it, how do you keep your stash fresh like you just bought it yesterday? Dispensaries package cannabis such that it will stay fresh as long as possible, but you can still prolong its life by making sure that you are storing it the right way. You don’t want anything to go to waste. PhatSacks.ca and other sellers of marijuana products – pre rolls, edibles, oils and the like – designed their packaging with the intent of keeping the contents fresh for as long as possible. Here are some useful tips on keeping your stash potent.
Check for mold and moisture
These two factors can make any product go bad quickly. Cannabis growers and cultivators dry their buds and subject them to a process known as curing. This process gets rid of the moisture in the cannabis and retains it at 6 to 9 percent. This moisture percentage keeps the flower from drying entirely and losing its essence. Too much and mold may develop, which can cause illnesses. Cannabis packaging is devoid of oxygen, so the contents do not develop moisture. Once you open the package, air will get into it, so transferring it into an airtight container right after opening the packaging will keep it fresh longer.
Set the right temperature
A cool and dark place in your home is where you should store your marijuana – a little below room temperature. Store it below 70 degrees Fahrenheit, and you can be sure that your weed will last its shelf-life. High room temperature, paired with humidity and high moisture, is the perfect condition for mold and mildew. High heat will also dry the buds and they will lose their efficacy.
Do not expose your stash to light
Get only what you need for the moment. Do not expose your stash to light for long periods. Doing so will age your weed faster. Ultraviolet light also ages weed; that is why some sellers put it in opaque glass containers to block out all types of light. Should you wish to have a good look at your weed inside its glass jar, opt for a brown-colored jar, as it filters out UV light.
Do not leave your container open for long periods
Immediately close the lid of the container after you get the buds that you need. Do not let it sit open. You can be sure that it will go bad quicker than you expect. You can also use a cannabis humidor box to keep your cannabis. It is a box designed to retain the perfect amount of humidity for marijuana.
If you are an avid user – whether medically or recreationally, or both – and you always keep a backup just in case, you can always extend its shelf-life with these tips. The packaging will also have the dates on it showing when to consume the product, so you have a guide.
