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Cannabis Crops Are Being Damaged By An Elusive Pathogen
by All Greens Dispensary | June 8, 2025
Across the United States, growers of marijuana are experiencing a widespread disease affecting their plants. The disease is hop latent viroid (HpLVd). It made its way across the United States after coming out of California. The point of the plants crossing state lines was to promote the legal markets, but, unfortunately, the contaminated plants have infected other crops. In 2019, the disease was first made public, but many believe it’s been infecting plants since at least 2014. As far back as 2014, there have been reports of dubbing, which is stunted growth and a lack of both trichomes and secondary metabolites. All of this makes the plant less effective when smoked or ingested. What’s more, is that testing for HpLVd is practically non-existent when it comes to cannabis plants. Part of the rise of HpLVd infection is the lack of proper sanitation for both recreational and medicinal marijuana. What should be happening is both the sanitation and quarantine of new varieties of plants to prevent the rapid spread of the disease. HpLVd can be spread from plant to plant or from tools to plant. This means growers should be disinfecting their tools between each use. The most effective disinfectant is a 10 percent bleach solution to kill off pathogens. Gloves are another culprit for spreading the pathogen and need to be changed often. Unfortunately, the pathogen can spread without showing any symptoms it’s even there in the first place. This makes it even more important to practice aggressive sanitation and quarantine of plants. While the plants may appear ok, the disease could be lying dormant. In fact, plants test positive without showing any signs of viroid infection, which becomes a big problem in the cannabis industry and something that will affect the industry for many years to come. Another problem is holding onto the mother stock and cultivating from there. If the mother rooms are not properly maintained, these plants could be found continuously spreading the infection. For this reason, and many more, tissue cultures need to be tested for HpLVd and other diseases to establish a good growing stock of mother plants. Furthermore, a big problem exists when parts of a mother plant test positive while others do not, proving the disease may not spread to the entire plant. This means you can test a plant and come up negative without knowing that other parts of the plant are infected. The plant can then test positive many months later. As a result, multiple negative tests are needed to deem the plant healthy. The best way to test for HpLVd is with a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test. A PCR test checks for the presence or absence of a specific sequence in the DNA or RNA. This means it is possible to create a PCR test that tests specifically for HpLVd. As of now, the PCR test is not standardized, making some PCR tests more effective than others. In the meantime, growers need to adopt strict guidelines for sanitation and quarantine of plants.The Cannabis Challenge Ahead
How to Test for HpLVd
Exploring the Diversity of Cannabis Products: From Tinctures to Topicals
The world of cannabis has evolved significantly over the past few years, offering consumers a diverse array of products to suit their preferences and needs. Whether you’re a seasoned enthusiast or a curious newcomer, understanding the variety of cannabis products available can enhance your experience and help you make informed choices. At All Greens Dispensary, we are proud to offer a comprehensive selection of high-quality cannabis products, including flower, pre-rolls, vapes, concentrates, edibles, tinctures, and topicals. Here’s a closer look at the different types of cannabis products and how they can fit into your lifestyle.
Flower: The Classic Choice
Cannabis flower, also known as bud, is the most traditional form of marijuana. It is the dried and cured part of the cannabis plant that is typically smoked in pipes, bongs, or rolled into joints. Flower offers a rich sensory experience with a wide range of strains available, each with unique aromas, flavors, and effects.
Benefits
Immediate effects
Full control over dosage
Versatility in consumption methods
Pre-Rolls: Convenience and Quality
Pre-rolls are pre-made joints that offer the convenience of ready-to-use cannabis. They are an excellent option for those who prefer smoking but want to skip the rolling process. Pre-rolls come in various strains and sizes, making them a great choice for on-the-go use or social settings.
Benefits
Easy and convenient
Variety of strains available
No need for additional equipment
Vapes: Modern and Discreet
Vaping has become a popular method for consuming cannabis, particularly for those seeking a smoke-free alternative. Vapes use cannabis oil or distillate, which is heated to produce a vapor that is inhaled. This method is known for its discretion and ease of use, offering a cleaner experience without the strong smell associated with smoking.
Benefits
Discreet and portable
Less odor
Controlled dosing
Concentrates: Potent and Pure
Concentrates are highly potent cannabis products that come in various forms, such as shatter, wax, and resin. They are created by extracting cannabinoids and terpenes from the cannabis plant, resulting in a powerful and concentrated product. Concentrates can be consumed in multiple ways, including dabbing and adding to flower for an extra kick.
Benefits
High potency
Variety of forms and uses
Intense flavors and effects
Edibles: Tasty and Long-Lasting
Edibles are cannabis-infused food products that offer a delicious and discreet way to consume marijuana. From gummies and chocolates to beverages and baked goods, edibles come in a wide range of flavors and types. They provide a slower onset of effects compared to smoking or vaping, but the effects tend to last longer.
Benefits
Discreet consumption
Variety of flavors and forms
Long-lasting effects
Tinctures: Versatile and Fast-Acting
Tinctures are liquid cannabis extracts that are typically administered sublingually (under the tongue) or added to food and drinks. They offer precise dosing and are known for their fast-acting effects. Tinctures are a great option for those who want to avoid smoking or vaping and seek a discreet and versatile method of consumption.
Benefits
Fast-acting
Precise dosing
Versatile use
Topicals: Targeted Relief
Topicals are cannabis-infused lotions, balms, and creams designed for external use. They are applied directly to the skin and are often used for localized relief of pain, inflammation, and skin conditions. Topicals do not produce psychoactive effects, making them a popular choice for those seeking therapeutic benefits without the high.
Benefits
Non-psychoactive
Targeted relief
Variety of products
Finding the Right Product for You
With such a diverse range of cannabis products available, it’s essential to find the one that best suits your needs and lifestyle. At All Greens Dispensary, our knowledgeable staff is here to guide you through our extensive selection and help you make an informed choice. Whether you’re looking for the immediate effects of flower, the convenience of pre-rolls, the discretion of vapes, the potency of concentrates, the deliciousness of edibles, the versatility of tinctures, or the targeted relief of topicals, we have something for everyone.
Visit All Greens Dispensary
At All Greens Dispensary, we are dedicated to providing our customers with high-quality cannabis products and exceptional service. Our two locations in Sun City and Quartzsite, Arizona, offer a welcoming environment where you can explore our diverse product offerings and receive personalized recommendations. Whether you’re new to cannabis or an experienced user, we have the perfect product to enhance your cannabis experience.
Embrace the Diversity of Cannabis
The diverse range of cannabis products available today allows you to tailor your cannabis experience to your preferences and needs. By understanding the different types of products and their benefits, you can make informed choices that enhance your enjoyment and well-being. Visit All Greens Dispensary to explore our wide selection and discover the perfect cannabis products for you.
For more information or to explore our diverse range of cannabis products, visit All Greens Dispensary at our Sun City or Quartzsite locations, or reach out to us online. Let us help you find the perfect products to suit your lifestyle and preferences.
All Green Dispensary
June 5, 2025
Your Guide To Weed Stems
You’ve used up all your current stash of cannabis flower, and now you’re looking at what’s left — a collection of stems. Before you simply toss out those stems, however, you can’t help wondering whether you can get some value out of that debris, either from any THC lurking within it or through some other application. Let’s take a look at these often-neglected bits of the cannabis plant and their potential uses. Like so many varieties of flora, the cannabis plant consists of multiple parts. However, only the female plants produce the THC-rich buds and flowers that cannabis users actually smoke. Other parts of the plant include trichomes (hair-like appendages that contain aromatic terpenes) and the strong, fibrous stems that support the plant. Both stems and seeds are traditionally thought of as throw-away components that don’t create a high or provide useful medical benefits. You might feel tempted to smoke your weed stems, but you really shouldn’t. For starters, weed stems contain so little THC that you can’t derive any noticeable benefits from smoking them as you would flowers. To make the prospect even less appealing, smoked stems taste and smell acrid, like burnt wood chips. Smoking them can cause coughing jags, a sore throat, and pounding headaches. It’s little wonder, then, why experienced marijuana users have grown accustomed to tossing these parts of the plant out with the garbage. Just because you can’t get any benefit from smoking weed stems, that doesn’t mean these plant pieces hold no value at all. Many people happen to enjoy the flavor and aroma of cannabis, no matter what part of the plant it comes from. If you’re one of those individuals, you can always brew your stems into a tea along with your favorite kinds of tea leaves. You can use stems to make your own cannabis-infused butter. Simply bake and grind the stems and then combine them with melted butter, straining this mixture and letting it cool. You can also infuse alcoholic beverages with stems, season your favorite dishes with them, or even mix them with alcohol and let the liquid evaporate in a pan until you can scrape away the residual hash. Of course, the whole question of what to do with weed stems is academic if you don’t have the necessary weed. If you’re looking for high-quality medical marijuana and you hold an Arizona medical marijuana card, explore our wide selection at All Greens Dispensary and place an order with us today!Weed Stems 101
What Are Weed Stems?
Why Shouldn’t You Smoke Weed Stems?
What Use Can You Get From Weed Stems?
All Greens Dispensary
June 8, 2025
The Cannabis User’s Guide to Head Highs and Body Highs
Medical science has come a long way in recognizing the many practical benefits of cannabis to treat a variety of health and wellness challenges, from chronic pain conditions to digestive troubles. But long before the doctors joined the cannabis bandwagon, individuals embraced the herb and its derivatives simply to get high. But what exactly does that mean? Would you prefer a head high or a body high, and what’s the difference anyway? Let’s explore these questions.
What Is a Head High?
Cannabis users describe a head high as one that affects your mental and emotional state more than your physical sensations or abilities. This kind of high may give you feelings of enhanced happiness, creativity, and energy that enhance your productivity, relationships, and motivation.
Head highs are commonly associated with sativa strains of the cannabis plant, although the other main category of plant, indica, can also produce or contribute to a head high. The presence of aromatic compounds called terpenes can also influence your head high. Limonene and caryophyllene are examples of terpenes that can give your mind and spirits a welcome rush of focus, energy, and poise.
What Is a Body High?
While a head high can get you going, a body high may stop you in your tracks — which might be perfect when you just want to chill out. Deep physical and mental relaxation is the name of the game here. Many cannabis veterans use the term “couch lock” to describe the feeling of just sitting immobile, with tingling extremities and a calm, untroubled mind. A serious case of the munchies can accompany a typical body high, so if you’re on a diet, you’ve been warned.
Indica strains have traditionally been known to produce a potent body high, although some sativa strains may induce lesser body-high effects as well. The main factor in this case is the presence of CBD alongside the THC in the indica. If you want to enhance your body high, look for (or add) terpenes such as myrcene, linalool, and pinene. Myrcene in particular is known as the “couch lock terpene.”
Find the Cannabis Strain That Meets Your Needs
Whether you want to expand your mind or relax your body, you’ll find the right solution for your needs here at All Greens Dispensary. We carry a full range of sativa, indica, and hybrid strains of cannabis products for both medicinal recreational use. Browse our recreational menu to find the product that will give you exactly the high you’re looking for!
All Greens Dispensary
June 8, 2025
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