What’s the proper way to dry and cure my cannabis buds after harvesting? I want to make sure I’m doing it right to get the best results.
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What’s the proper way to dry and cure my cannabis buds after harvesting? I want to make sure I’m doing it right to get the best results.
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When it comes to harvesting your cannabis buds, you’re going to want to make sure you do it right in order to get the best possible results. After all, it’s your hard work! Drying and curing are the most important steps in the process and if you don’t go about it correctly, you won’t get the best possible taste, smells, and effects from your cannabis buds.
To start off, properly drying your cannabis is the most important step in the process. You should start by hanging your cannabis stems downward into a dark, temperature controlled room. Make sure to not let your buds dry in direct sunlight as this can damage the cannabinoids and terpenes, essentially decreasing the potency and flavour of the buds. You want to keep the temperature of the room between 60-70 degrees F and humidity at around 55-65%. After hanging the cannabis, it should take anywhere from 4-7 days to dry. You’ll know that your buds are properly dry when they snap in half instead of bend, and when the stems break rather than snap.
After your cannabis is properly dried, it’s time to begin the curing process. Start off by taking out the stems from the buds and place them into a glass jar with a tight lid. The curing process will take about two to four weeks, sometimes longer depending on the ideal curing environment. During the curing process, you’ll want to open the jar once a day for a few minutes to allow fresh air to flow in and so that the moisture can evaporate from the buds. It’s essential that you never leave the jar open for too long as this can cause the buds to become over-dried and become harsh to smoke.
By establishing the right environment you can make the curing process a smooth one. The ideal curing environment requires the same temperature and humidity level as the drying process, so between 60-70 degrees Fahrenheit and a relative humidity of 55-65%. Place the jars of cannabis in a dark place such as a closet to prevent any light exposure.
Once the curing process is complete, it should be fairly noticeable. Your buds should feel dry and quite dense compared to how they were before. Your buds should also appear a bit darker and smoother and produce a fuller smell when you open the jar. At this point, you can go ahead and store your buds in a cool and dark place.
Drying and curing your cannabis properly may seem like a tricky process, but once you get the hang of it, it becomes much easier and more enjoyable. By investing time into the process and making sure to maintain a consistent temperature and humidity level will yield the best possible results, leaving you with the perfect buds to consume. So don’t forget to dry and cure your cannabis properly to get the most out of each and every smoke session!