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Chatting with Jorge Cervantes (2024)

In this article we share an excerpt from Jorge Cervantes' reflections on the future of the cannabis industry. It is always a pleasure to chat with Jorge, the master of masters.

Mealybugs on cannabis plants

Mealybugs normally affect plants grown outdoors. They feed by absorbing the sap of the plants, so if they aren’t detected and treated in time they can cause serious problems and compromise the growth of our crops. In this article we tell you how to identify and treat a pest of these insects.

When to harvest cannabis plants?

In today's article we will see the different ways that exist to determine the optimal harvest point of the plants, observing the pros and cons of each one and guiding you in this important moment of cultivation. From the advice from the seed bank to the color of the pistils or trichomes, today we explain everything you need to know to harvest your plants at the best time.

Nature Technologie CBD, top quality CBD flowers and concentrates

Nature Technologie CBD comes to Alchimiaweb with an impressive line of CBD flower and hashish products. With a firm commitment to purity, sustainability and quality, their products are organically grown and free of additives. Perfect for those looking to relieve stress or enjoy a premium CBD experience, Nature Technologie stands out for its responsible farming practices and dedication to excellence. We tell you a lot more in this article!

What is Kratom and what are its effects?

Kratom, a substance derived from the leaves of the Mitragyna speciosa tree and originating in Southeast Asia, has been gaining popularity in recent years as a natural alternative for pain and anxiety management. But what exactly is kratom and what effects does it produce? Is it really effective as a natural therapy? Today we will tell you all about kratom and its most important characteristics.

OZeta, bags and cases to forget about smell

Today we present you the OZeta brand anti-odour bags and cases, which as you will see not only stand out for their effective activated carbon filters to eliminate odours, but are also designed to carry other utensils such as smoking paraphernalia or documentation. Transport and store your favourite flowers without attracting the attention of those around you with OZeta!

Darkness at the end of bloom: myth or science?

You may have recently heard about how leaving your plants in the dark during the last 2-3 days of flowering will increase THC and terpene content. This is a somewhat controversial technique as there are no studies to back it up, although many growers claim that it works. Today we will tell you more about this cultivation method so you can draw your own conclusions.

Bask Triangle Farms: passion, commitment... and lots of quality

Bask Triangle Farms is a young seed bank based in the Basque Country that has recently joined the Alchimia catalogue. Today we want to tell you a little about them, their work philosophy and, of course, some of the varieties that you can already find in our store. Everything is ready to welcome BTF with open arms!

Red Spider Mites

Spider mites are one of the worst pests that can attack marijuana plants. It can completely destroy cannabis crops, specially indoors. In this post we explain the environmental conditions that favour the plague of red spider mites. We also explain how to eradicate it from our crops in case that our plants have already been attacked, using either biological or chemical methods.

How to germinate cannabis seeds in hydroponic and aeroponic systems

Today we want to tell you how to germinate seeds that are going to be grown in hydroponic or aeroponic systems. As you will see, it is not a very different process from the conventional one, although it does present certain differences that must be taken into account.

THC-JD or Tetrahydrocannabioctyl

Thanks to constant scientific research, we are gradually learning more about a series of compounds produced by cannabis that until now were practically unknown. Today we will tell you everything you need to know about one of them, THC-JD or tetrahydrocannabioctyl, a cannabinoid with very interesting properties from both a recreational and medicinal point of view.

Harvesting, drying and storing magic mushrooms

You have successfully grown your mushrooms, but you still have to harvest them at their optimum point, dry them properly and store them in a suitable place; well, today we will tell you everything you need to know to carry out these three operations without problems and in a really easy way.

Khalifa Genetics, high quality traditional genetics

Today we present a new seed bank that has made a strong entrance into the Alchimia catalogue thanks to the originality of its varieties. At Khalifa Genetics they work with pure varieties and F1 hybrids, thus achieving stability well above average and truly amazing results. We welcome Khalifa Genetics to Alchimia!

How and when to move indoor cannabis plants outside

Today we are going to tell you what you should do if you want to grow your indoor plants outdoors and when you should do it, because as you will see, it is a cultivation system that can bring you a good number of advantages when it comes to supplying yourself with quality flowers for the whole year. We explain everything in this article step by step!

Powdery Mildew and cannabis

Powdery mildew is a fungus that is increasingly present in marijuana crops. If an adequate treatment is not carried out, it can be very harmful for our plants since it totally destroys the resin. We will see how to control powdery mildew in indoor, outdoor and greenhouse crops and the biological and chemical remedies that will help us treat it.

ZmoothieZ, cannabis strains with delicious aromas

ZmoothieZ enters the Alchimia catalog with a collection of first-level varieties in the form of feminized seeds that will give you much to talk about. Today we tell you more about this seed bank and some of its varieties, which you can already purchase in our store. Get ready to discover a new range of aromas and flavors with ZmoothieZ!