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Cannabis breeders concerned about emerging pathogens

Illinois News Joint Posted on August 8, 2022 by J. L. BrownAugust 8, 2022
Rimrock Analytical laboratory

For nearly two years, I have been trying to learn as much about growing my own medicine as possible, including as much science as I can find behind the cannabis plant. But I admit, science is not my forte. When I heard the term “Hops Latent Viroid” brought up a few times while listening to breeders talk shop, I wanted to know more. Luckily, we are blessed with great resources, including experts in the field. I talked with Taylor Robinson, Founder of Rimrock Analytical, a plant tissue analysis laboratory, about why breeders and homegrowers are not only talking and worried … Continue reading →

Posted in Grow Journal, Health, ILNJ Grow Journal, News, Scientific Grow Journal | Tagged Beet Curly Top Virus, breeders, cannabis, emerging pathogens, Hops Latent Viroid, Lettuce Chlorosis Virus, pathogens, viroids, viruses

IHGA to host ‘hemp-crete demos’ at State Fair

Illinois News Joint Posted on August 7, 2022 by J. L. BrownAugust 7, 2022
Illinois Hemp Growers Association hemp-crete

The Illinois Hemp Growers Association and Illinois Products are scheduled to host daily “hemp-crete” demonstrations under the Department of Agriculture tent during the Illinois State Fair next week.

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Posted in Culture, Events, Lifestyle, News | Tagged Department of Agriculture tent, educational, hemp-crete demonstrations, Illinois Hemp Growers Association, open to public, State Fair

Review: Bubble Tang Live Badder by Bedford Grow

Illinois News Joint Posted on August 6, 2022 by M LasleyAugust 6, 2022
Bubble Tang Live Badder by Bedford Grow

Great cannabis companies are built on great genetic portfolios. Bedford Grow has a seemingly endless library of current and past lines that helps define its organization, and I’m always delighted to see the new releases when they drop. This Bubble Tang was new to me, and I was excited to give it a try when I saw it on the Springfield Maribis menu.

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Posted in Concentrates, Product Reviews, Strains | Tagged Bedford Grow, Bubble Tang, Bubble Tang Live Badder, Bubble Tang strain, Bubble Tang strain review, Concentrates, review

IDOA prohibits licensed infusers from extracting cannabis

Illinois News Joint Posted on August 6, 2022 by J. L. BrownAugust 6, 2022
IDOA prohibits licensed infusers from extracting cannabis

The Illinois Department of Agriculture and the Division of Cannabis Regulation released a statement to clarify legalities for licensed infusers’ ability to produce or extract their own cannabis concentrates with the intent to create cannabis-infused products. IDOA’s statement made clear that infusers are prohibited by law from performing extraction of cannabis concentrates, including production of cannabutter and other cannabis concentrates. The statement was reiterated in the Department of Agriculture Second Round of Application Questions and Answers … Continue reading →

Posted in Culture, Food and Drinks, Law, News, Politics | Tagged Concentrates, Division of Cannabis Regulation, extracting cannabis law, extracts, Illinois, Illinois Department of Agriculture, licensed infusers, prohibited

Review: Moby Dick Wax by PTS

Illinois News Joint Posted on August 5, 2022 by AdminAugust 5, 2022
Moby Dick Wax by PTS

By @medsforheads With the abundance of high-terpene live extracts on the market, crumble wax is one type of concentrate that has all but fallen out of style among regular dabbers. Yet, to the humble whipped extract’s credit, it’s one of the only forms of BHO that can be handled fairly easily without a fine tool and doesn’t require an elaborate dabbing setup to get everything out of it. As such, Progressive Treatment Solutions’ Moby Dick … Continue reading →

Posted in Concentrates, Product Reviews, Strains | Tagged Consume Cannabis, Moby Dick, Moby Dick strain, Moby Dick strain review, Moby Dick Wax by PTS, Moby Dick Wax review, Progressive Treatment Solutions

Homegrown Review: Ice Cream Cake Bx1 x Gelato 41 Bx1 by John Grow #30

Illinois News Joint Posted on August 4, 2022 by Illinois EdAugust 4, 2022
Ice Cream Cake Bx1 x Gelato 41 Bx1

Most medical cannabis cardholders have a story behind the reason why they grow their own medicine, and often those stories stem from tragedy. John Grow #30 understands tragedy as origin as well as anyone. About four years ago while living in Colorado, John Grow #30’s best friend came to visit. His friend was taking prescription Klonopin for anxiety and didn’t properly stick to his medication schedule. Withdrawal symptoms set in quickly, and his friend seized … Continue reading →

Posted in Medical Patient Homegrown | Tagged grow your own, homegrown review, Ice Cream Cake Bx1 x Gelato 41 Bx1, Strain Review, Tiki Madman

Review: Mr. Clean Vape Cart by matter.

Illinois News Joint Posted on August 4, 2022 by M LasleyAugust 5, 2022
Mr. Clean Vape Cart by matter.

Dialing in the right strain for the right situation is a bit of an art. Especially if I’m working, I need something that can cut through anxiety without making me hazy as well as relieve some of my chronic pain without losing my attention to a heavy body buzz. I had heard great things about the Mr. Clean strain matter. before, so I was excited to sample the vape cart when I saw it on … Continue reading →

Posted in Cartridges and Vapes, Product Reviews | Tagged Matter, Mr. Clean Cartridge, Mr. Clean strain, Mr. Clean Vape Cart by matter., PharmaCann, Sativa, vape cart

Illinois July cannabis sales sets 2022 record

Illinois News Joint Posted on August 3, 2022 by J. L. BrownAugust 3, 2022
Illinois July cannabis sales

Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation announced July’s recreational sales totals today. The total cannabis sales in July set a new 2022 monthly record and was the second-highest monthly totals since legalization in Illinois at $135,658,291.46. Illinois’ highest monthly total of all was December 2021 at

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Posted in Culture, Law, News, Politics | Tagged 2022 Illinois cannabis sales, Illinois, Illinois total cannabis sales, July cannabis sales, monthly

Hemp and Cannabis Symposium set for Sept. 17

Illinois News Joint Posted on August 3, 2022 by J. L. BrownAugust 3, 2022
Southern Illinois Hemp and Cannabis Symposium

Though the date of the Southern Illinois Hemp and Cannabis Symposium, sponsored by Southern Illinois University Cannabis Science Center, has adjusted from spring to fall, the Symposium will still offer the same educational programing it has for the past three years.

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Posted in Culture, Events, News | Tagged educational, event, hemp, Sept. 17, southern Illinois, Southern Illinois Hemp and Cannabis Symposium, Southern Illinois University Cannabis Science Center

Review: Orange Soda Crumble Wax by PTS

Illinois News Joint Posted on August 2, 2022 by M LasleyAugust 3, 2022
Orange Soda Crumble Wax by PTS

Sometimes you wait a long time to finally sample a strain. In the case of this particular chemovar, it’s been well over a year and a half since I first spotted it on menus, but the weed stars simply never aligned. That’s why I jumped at the opportunity to sample Orange Soda Crumble Wax by Progressive Treatment Solutions when I saw it on the Consume Chicago menu.

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Posted in Concentrates, Product Reviews, Strains | Tagged Concentrates, crumble wax, Orange Soda, Orange Soda Crumble Wax by PTS, Orange Soda strain, Progressive Treatment Solutions

wildFLOWER Festival set for Aug. 12-14

Illinois News Joint Posted on August 2, 2022 by J. L. BrownAugust 2, 2022
wildFLOWER Festival

Summer is in full swing and so are the cannabis-friendly outdoor music events. One of those upcoming events includes the wildFLOWER Festival presented by Koala T Glass. The wildFLOWER Festival is a two-day celebration of music, art, cannabis, and nature.

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Posted in Art, Culture, Events, Food and Drinks, Lifestyle, News | Tagged Aug. 12-14, camping, drum circle, hiking, meditation, music, wildFLOWER Festival, yoga

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Review: Double Rainbow Vape Cart by matter.

Illinois News Joint Posted on August 1, 2022 by M LasleyAugust 1, 2022
Double Rainbow Vape Cart by matter.

If there’s anything I’ve learned, it’s that life is change. I’ve written here before about the seasonal changes that occur in my consumption habits, but they also shift with my work schedule. I’m about to start a new position, and … Continue reading →

Posted in Cartridges and Vapes, Product Reviews | Tagged Double Rainbow cart, Double Rainbow strain, Double Rainbow Vape Cart by matter, Double Rainbow Vape Cartridge, PharmaCann, Verilife

“A Friend Indeed” program helping Veterans

Illinois News Joint Posted on August 1, 2022 by J. L. BrownAugust 1, 2022
A Friend Indeed program

Illinois News Joint is please to announce the official “A Friend Indeed” page that includes our mission statement, new logo, and a list of all collaborating partners. The A Friend Indeed program helps veterans, patients battling cancer, and anyone in … Continue reading →

Posted in Health, Lifestyle, News, Profiles | Tagged A Friend Indeed, bettering Veterans access to cannabis, helping Veterans, program, Veterans care

Review: Mecha Chem Diesel Live Sauce by Bedford Grow

Illinois News Joint Posted on July 31, 2022 by M LasleyAugust 1, 2022
Mecha Chem Diesel Live Sauce by Bedford Grow

Some of the best cannabis advice I’ve ever gotten is to stop looking at “indica” and “sativa” and start learning the genetic lineages that work for you. Just a few strong lineages can provide a plethora of choices, and it’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Concentrates, Product Reviews, Strains | Tagged Bedford Grow, concentrate, live sauce, Mecha Chem Diesel, Mecha Chem Diesel Live Sauce, Mecha Chem Diesel Live Sauce by Bedford Grow, Mecha Chem Diesel strain, Mecha Chem Diesel strain review

Hemp-Hops-Shrooms Festival set for Sept. 24

Illinois News Joint Posted on July 30, 2022 by J. L. BrownJuly 30, 2022
Hemp-Hops-Shrooms Festival

As mentioned ad nauseam, Illinois News Joint believes in combining education and cannabis whenever possible. We also believe education comes in many forms, from academia to legacy mentoring. The upcoming Hemp-Hops-Shrooms Festival is an event that will combine multiple modes … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Culture, Events, Food and Drinks, Health, Lifestyle, News | Tagged cannabis-friendly event, Carbondale, education, Hemp-Hops-Shrooms Festival, Illinois, live music, Southern Illinois University Cannabis Science Center

Review: The Great Ha’Tuh Live Resin by PTS

Illinois News Joint Posted on July 30, 2022 by M LasleyJuly 30, 2022
The Great Ha’Tuh Live Resin by PTS

One of the hallmarks of cannabis market maturity is that consumers have access to many more portion sizes than the basic eighth of flower or gram of concentrate. Illinois, on this measure, obviously has not reached market maturity. That’s why … Continue reading →

Posted in Concentrates, Product Reviews, Uncategorized | Tagged Progressive Treatment Solutions, PTS, The Great Ha'Tuh strain review, The Great Ha’Tuh Live Resin, The Great Ha’Tuh Live Resin by PTS, The Great Ha’Tuh strain

Illinois issues 28 additional dispensing licenses

Illinois News Joint Posted on July 29, 2022 by J. L. BrownJuly 29, 2022
Illinois issues 28 additional dispensing licenses

Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) today issued 28 additional Conditional Adult Use Dispensing Organization Licenses to applicants selected in three lotteries for 185 licenses. These awardees join the 149 conditional licenses issued … Continue reading →

Posted in Law, News, Politics | Tagged additional dispensing licenses, Conditional Adult Use Dispensing Organization Licenses, Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Illinois issues 28 additional dispensing licenses, new Illinois dispensary licensing, social equity applicants

Review: Strawberry AKeil Live Sugar by Grassroots

Illinois News Joint Posted on July 28, 2022 by M LasleyJuly 29, 2022
Strawberry AKeil Live Sugar by Grassroots

What would the summer be without strawberries? My favorite fruit and a few of my favorite cannabis lineages share the berry title so whether it’s the vines in my garden or dispensary menus, such as Curaleaf Mokena, I’m always delighted … Continue reading →

Posted in Concentrates, Product Reviews, Strains | Tagged concentrate, Curaleaf, Grassroots, Live Sugar, Strawberry AKeil, Strawberry AKeil Live Sugar, Strawberry AKeil Live Sugar by Grassroots, Strawberry AKeil strain, Strawberry AKeil strain review

Aroma Grow to host ‘Lost Art of the Hashishin’ workshop

Illinois News Joint Posted on July 27, 2022 by J. L. BrownJuly 29, 2022
Lost Art of the Hashishin’

Illinois News Joint could not be more honored about partnering with the Frenchy Cannoli Foundation to better inform our readers and followers about a couple of the most excited news and events to come to Illinois. Though he needs no … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Culture, Events, Lifestyle, News, Profiles | Tagged Aroma Grow Store, Belle, Chicago, documentary, Frenchy Cannoli, Frenchy Cannoli Foundation, Frenchy Dreams of Hashish, Lost Art of the Hashishin, Wheeling

Grow5 Bradley to host grand opening

Illinois News Joint Posted on July 26, 2022 by J. L. BrownJuly 29, 2022
Grow5 Bradley

Editor’s note: this article is part of a series of articles about several new grow shops opening across Illinois. The article features Grow 5 and its new Bradley location. A couple years ago, Grow5 started a retail store in Clinton, … Continue reading →

Posted in Culture, Events, Lifestyle, News | Tagged August 6, grand opening, Grow5, Grow5 Bradley, vendors

Review: Granny MAC & Lilac Cookies Bx2 Hash Rosin by nuEra

Illinois News Joint Posted on July 25, 2022 by AdminJuly 29, 2022
Granny MAC & Lilac Cookies Bx2 Hash Rosin

By @medsforheads It’s safe to say nuEra devotes more of its resources to solventless concentrate production than any other cultivator in Illinois. Yet, despite a steady supply of bubble hash, the smaller operator’s rosin rivers have run dry since last … Continue reading →

Posted in Concentrates, Product Reviews, Strains | Tagged Granny MAC, Granny MAC strain, Hash Rosin, Lilac Cookies Bx2 strain, Lilac Cookies strain, NuEra, review

Drizzledab’s 3rd Annual Dope Float July 30

Illinois News Joint Posted on July 23, 2022 by J. L. BrownJuly 26, 2022
Drizzledab Dope Float

Drizzledab is scheduled to host the 3rd Annual Dope Float Saturday, July 30. This year’s event will be raising awareness and funds for the National MS Society.

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Posted in Culture, Events, Lifestyle, News | Tagged 3rd Annual Dope Float, Dope Float, Drizzledab's 3rd Annual Dope Float, event, fundraising, National MS Society.

Illinois releases ‘first wave’ of dispensary licenses

Illinois News Joint Posted on July 22, 2022 by J. L. BrownJuly 22, 2022
Illinois releases ‘first wave’ of dispensary licenses

Today, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) issued 149 Conditional Adult Use Dispensing Organization Licenses to applicants selected in three lotteries held in the summer of 2021. The list of awardees and the … Continue reading →

Posted in News, Politics | Tagged 149 Conditional Adult Use Dispensing Organization Licenses, Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act, first wave, Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, released

Review: Kiwi Strawberry 1:1 Sour Gummy Bites by matter.

Illinois News Joint Posted on July 22, 2022 by Illinois EdJuly 22, 2022
Kiwi Strawberry 1:1 Sour Gummy Bites by matter.

Bar none, my favorite products to review are new products. This review’s product was so new that the labeling had not yet been added (new labeling out now though). When I pick up edibles, I usually grab a pack of … Continue reading →

Posted in Edibles, Product Reviews | Tagged 1:1, CBD, gummies, Kiwi Strawberry 1:1 Sour Gummy Bites, Kiwi Strawberry 1:1 Sour Gummy review, Kiwi Strawberry Sour Gummy, Matter, review, THC

The makeup of original News Joint Memes

Illinois News Joint Posted on July 20, 2022 by J. L. BrownJuly 20, 2022
News Joint meme

When asked what is my favorite part of publishing Illinois News Joint, I usually answer the connections with the cannabis community and the overall perks (which are better than any other job I’ve ever had). But the one aspect of … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Culture, Lifestyle, Memes | Tagged creating memes, Illinois News Joint Meme, original, soap scents, strain names

Pick up Illinois High Times Cup kits July 24

Illinois News Joint Posted on July 19, 2022 by J. L. BrownJuly 19, 2022
Illinois High Times Cup kits

The Illinois High Times Magazine People’s Choice 2022 Cannabis Cup kits will be available starting Sunday, July 24. Judging is scheduled to take place from

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Posted in Culture, Events, Lifestyle, News | Tagged categories, Concentrates, Edibles, High Times Magazine, hybrid, Illinois High Times Cup kits, indica, July 24, on sale, People's Choice 2022 Cannabis Cup, Sativa, vapes

Money’$ Pug Life Live Sauce by Bedford Grow

Illinois News Joint Posted on July 18, 2022 by Illinois EdJuly 18, 2022
Money'$ Pug Life Live Sauce by Bedford Grow

We don’t usually publish back-to-back reviews from the same cultivator, but as mentioned in my review of Chicago Dawg Live Resin, I picked up from Maribis Springfield more new and “re-released” Bedford Grow strains in concentrates form than I should … Continue reading →

Posted in Concentrates, Product Reviews, Strains, Work Weed Reviews | Tagged Bedford Grow, Concentrates, live sauce, Money'$ Pug Life, Money'$ Pug Life Live Sauce by Bedford Grow, Money'$ Pug Life review, Money's Pug Life strain, Money's Pug Life strain review

Plant sex testing expands medical options

Illinois News Joint Posted on July 17, 2022 by Illinois EdJuly 18, 2022
Plant sex testing

I am always looking for ways to improve our “A Friend Indeed” program, and as mentioned in this article about Rimrock Analytical, our A Friend Indeed program now has the ability to offer free plant sex testing to Veterans and … Continue reading →

Posted in Grow Journal, Health, Law, News, Scientific Grow Journal | Tagged cannabis, female seeds, plants, regular seeds, Rimrock Analytical, sex testing, testing

Review: Chicago Dawg Live Resin by Bedford Grow

Illinois News Joint Posted on July 16, 2022 by Illinois EdJuly 18, 2022
Chicago Dawg Live Resin

After reviewing several sweet and savory flavored strains, I wanted to go back to one of my touchstone: gas and diesel. I can usually count on Bedford Grow for a gassy diesel strain, so when Maribis Springfield listed several new … Continue reading →

Posted in Concentrates, Product Reviews, Strains, Work Weed Reviews | Tagged Chicago Dawg, Chicago Dawg Live Resin, Chicago Dawg Live Resin by Bedford Grow, Chicago Dawg Live Resin review, Chicago Dawg strain, Chicago Dawg strain review, lineage, Sativa

Mother Murphy’s opens store in Champaign

Illinois News Joint Posted on July 15, 2022 by J. L. BrownJuly 17, 2022
Mother Murphy's

For 54 years, Mother Murphy’s has been a staple in Normal, Illinois. The iconic headshop/emporium offers all things rock-n-roll and a large number of vinyl, incense, posters/tapestries, longboards, crystals, glassware, oddity items, clothing (including its own line), and much more.

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Posted in Art, Culture, Lifestyle, News, Profiles | Tagged adress, Champaign, Illinois, Mother Murphy's, new store, Normal

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