by Kayla Johnson As the number of cannabis patients in Oklahoma continues to soar ever upward, the number of patients who are choosing to grow cannabis at home is rising as well. While the industry shows no signs of slowing down in terms of sales, there’s no denying that patients here are loving their right…
by Kayla Johnson For so many Oklahomans, the world of cannabis is one that they had little, if any, experience in, simply because it’s been an illegal one here for so long. Other states, like California, have a much longer history with legal and medical cannabis, and for their residents, it was just another facet…
by Kayla Johnson All across the state, hopes were high the moment that High Times Magazine announced that the Cannabis Cup was coming to Oklahoma. For years, the High Times Cannabis Cup has been one of the top events in states where cannabis was already legalized, and at last, with our own hard-fought medical legalization…
by Brittney Graham If only one word could be used to describe the Hightimes Cannabis Cup that was held in Oklahoma City over the weekend of August 24th it would be insulting. When I arrived early on Saturday for the first day of the cup I, like most of the patients…
by Brittney Graham Cannabinoids are the chemical compounds secreted by cannabis flowers that provide relief to a vast number of symptoms. There are very popular ones that almost every medical marijuana patient knows such as THC and CBD but did you know there are possible 100s…
by Kayla Johnson When September rolls around, most people and their families are settling back into the school-year rhythm, getting used to their class schedule, and even starting to gear up for a busy holiday season that seems to start earlier and earlier each year. For many people, something else usually starts towards the end…
Tangie by Kayla Johnson There are now hundreds of cannabis strains, with new ones being created by growers across the country almost daily. Some are visual showstoppers, while others immediately grab your attention by your nostrils the moment you open the jar, and Tangie is one strain that combines both great looks and a killer…
by Chip Paul oklahomansforhealth.com As I write this we are just past the one year anniversary for the rollout of our medical marijuana program. As most of you know, or have figured out by now, we were set up to fail. By allowing the program to rollout with very little regulation, no lab testing, and…
by Sarah Lee Gossett Parrish, Cannabis Lawyer sarahleegossettparrish.com Oklahoma Hemp History The Oklahoma Legislature passed the Oklahoma Agricultural Industrial Hemp Pilot Program (OAIHPP) (“2018 Pilot Program”) in April 2018, and temporary rules to govern the program were adopted by the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture in May 2018. The 2018 Pilot Program required that farmers establish…
Cannabis News and Trending Topics by Brittney Graham New Regulations Taking Effect September marks the month for new medical marijuana regulations in the sooner state. Here at Half Baked news we encourage you to read all laws and regulations so you are well versed in your rights. However, here are a few tid bits on…
by Kayla Johnson The times are certainly changing in Oklahoma. The new opportunities brought by a booming cannabis industry have undoubtedly changed thousands of lives, both for patients and for industry members. For some, those changes began a few years ago, when the movement to get medical cannabis legalized here was in its early stages,…
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by Brittney Graham Investing in cannabis education, native Oklahoma company Green Grow Expo has been making waves in both the Oklahoma City and Tulsa cannabis communities with their spotlight on Cannabis education and brand awareness. On the weekend of July 20th, Green Grow made another splash in Lawton uplifting patients, Oklahoma’s MMJ program, and top…
by Kayla Johnson Small town, Oklahoma can be a less than accepting place, no matter which small town you end up in, and while all towns and cities have their own problems, small towns in particular have a reputation of being less inclined to change, at least not at the pace of the larger towns…
by Kayla Johnson It’s becoming hard to deny the fact that cannabis helps veterans. Cannabis saves veterans. For some, it’s the PTSD relief, while others rely on its pain relief or insomnia-crushing effects. Over 80% of veterans in the United States support medical cannabis programs In fact, you would likely be hard pressed to find…
by Brittney Graham High THC count seems to be all the rage these days. We see it all the time in our social media feeds and even on marketing for local dispensaries. With all the focus on high percentages and even bigger medicated relief, it is hard to imagine that there is a following for…
Providing the patients of Oklahoma with top quality medicine Compiled by Sleepy This month I sat down with the Co-founders of Rosebuds Kayvon Olomi and Alex Rose in Tulsa, Ok. I was super stoked for this visit because Alex taught me how to grow in California. We were both born and raised in Tulsa but…
by Kayla Johnson The Oklahoma Women’s Cannabis Association has been helping children in need get their physician’s recommendations and license fees paid for when their families are unable to due to high medical bills or other severely straining circumstances. Little Buds was founded when they saw a need, and as they began to help their…
Exodus Cheese by Kayla Johnson Cannabis is known for having some pretty bold scents and flavors to go along with some pretty powerful medicine. From fruitier strains to bold, piney notes, terpenes offer an incredible boost not only for how in affects you, but the scent that goes along with it. This month’s pick, Exodus…
The Oklahoma Medical Cannabis Movement by Chip Paul Cynthia Paul, Shelley Free (Executive Director of Oklahomans for Health), and myself have attended several organizational meeting over the last few weeks. Alot of commercial interests, activist interests, and just interested parties are beginning to talk about a consolidated and comprehensive marijuana law which would incorporate decriminalization…
BY: SARAH LEE GOSSETT PARRISH, CANNABIS LAWYER Oklahoma’s Governor Stitt signed the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act (also known as the “Unity Bill” and now, the “Unity Act”) into law on March 14, 2019, and it becomes effective at the end of this month. In Unity’s wake, a series of trailer bills, including…
High Times in Oklahoma On August 24th and 25th the High Times Oklahoma Cannabis Cup will be at the Lost Lakes Amphitheater in Oklahoma City. For some, this is news breaking as High Times was unsure if they were going to be in the Sooner State until the beginning of last month! The excitement can…
by Kayla Johnson One of the most common ways that people describe how cannabis has helped them is something along the lines of ‘It’s given me a whole new life.’ This sentiment is almost a core value of the Oklahoma cannabis industry, with businesses across the state breathing new, much needed economic life into some…
Herb•age strives to bring you fresh content every month. We cover a wide range of cannabis culture and medical marijuana-related issues from around the state of Oklahoma and beyond. In other words, It is our mission to be the voice of the growing cannabis industry in the state. Through fair and open discourse we hope…
Herb•age strives to bring you fresh content every month. We cover a wide range of cannabis culture and medical marijuana-related issues from around the state of Oklahoma and beyond. In other words, It is our mission to be the voice of the growing cannabis industry in the state. Through fair and open discourse we hope…
Herb•age strives to bring you fresh content every month. We cover a wide range of cannabis culture and medical marijuana-related issues from around the state of Oklahoma and beyond. In other words, It is our mission to be the voice of the growing cannabis industry in the state. Through fair and open discourse we hope…
I’m Back! High everyone! After 2 months of moving and getting a new grow room set up, I have FINALLY started filming again. In episode 7 we are diving into my home grow and reviews with features / reviews of @canndescent @dropping_seeds @smokiezedibles @highervibrations_co @herbage_magazine @cubanj_the_plug @w0lfpackmentality @fastbuds_genetics @ethos_genetics @twisty_seeds @smokin_okie Yeah, it has been…
by Kemisha Petersen When I first met the Starr family, I was immediately greeted with a sense of a strong connection and bond. Right away the anxiety I often have of meeting new people dissipated as I took in their kind introductions and gentle energy. Jon walked towards me holding their youngest, Joseph, in his…
by Kayla Johnson In the months since State Question 788 has passed, people have finally started to talk about cannabis openly, and share how it’s changed their life to have legal access to life changing medicine. Thousands of Oklahomans have gone from being treated as criminals to finally being recognized as patients, and every one…
by Sarah Lee Gossett Parrish, Cannabis Lawyer1 1 Information contained herein provides general information related to the law and does not provide legal advice. It is recommended that readers consult their personal lawyer if they want legal advice. No attorney-client or confidential relationship exists or is formed between you and Ms. Parrish as a result…
by Brittney Graham You have probably noticed all of the cannabidiol hemp oil, or CBD hemp oil that is popping up as an ingredient in beauty products! Anything from body lotion to facial oil have been advertised quite a bit recently. While this buzz seems to be fairly new and a fad, I can assure…
by Kayla Johnson Spring in Oklahoma is a beautiful thing, with plenty of sunshine and warm air finally returning to the state. We go from being relatively cooped up to getting our hands and feet in the dirt, whether for work or a hobby. More often than not, what we eat changes too. This time…
by Brittney Graham So, you are in need of a Medical Marijuana Patient License, but need a physician’s recommendation first. There are a ton of patient drives and physician office options to get this accomplished, which is amazing. However, the thought of having to find where you need to be and when, if you need…
compiled by Kayla Johnson As of March 18, there are just under 70,000 patients in the state of Oklahoma. While there’s no shortage of growers and processors ready to put product on the market, there’s also a growing number of those patients who are choosing to grow their cannabis themselves. Demand creates supply, and stores…
From a beach front café in Costa Rica to a cannabis company in Durant, Oklahoma by Sleepy This month I visited Hicksford Farms and CannaMed dispensary. Hicksford Farms is a combination of the Hicks and the Crawford families. These families have been close friends for many years and jumped at the opportunity to become business…
In this episode, we sit down with Rayne as she goes over product reviews from @_blurryvizion_ @simpleybarellc @rollyreceipts @calirootsok @craftcannabiscompany and @oklahoma_ss She also discusses home grows and the new direction Canna vibes is going. Don’t forget to check out the Merch link!
by Chip Paul With the signing of the Unity Bill by Governor Stitt last week, we now have a proper regulatory environment shaping up under SQ788. The Unity bill is what was worked on during the course of the 14 weekly special legislative sessions that were attended by lawmakers, activist, and members of cannabis trade. …
by Kayla Johnson The battle to legalize cannabis has gained substantial momentum with each additional state that continues to pass either recreational or medical cannabis laws, but despite the rising support from sea to shining sea, the federal stance has remained unchanged since the Controlled Substances Act of 1971. In the eyes of the government,…
My Personal Journey by Kate Kytle, Holistic Health Practitioner and Cancer Warrior I first became aware of the potential for cannabis to help so many disorders when I was diagnosed with stage 4 metastatic breast cancer in 2014. Well technically I became aware of it a few months prior to my diagnosis, when, in February…
Dr. Gina Caravaglia by Kayla Johnson It’s becoming pretty clear that Oklahoma is going to establish itself within the first year as a major powerhouse of cannabis in the United States. As of March 26, there are 1,193 dispensary licenses approved in the state, along with 2,161 growers and 605 processors to serve over 74,000…
Cannabis News and Trending Topics by Brittney Graham First Oklahoma 4/20 Starting with A Bang! Normally, green isn’t celebrated much after St. Patrick’s Day. However, this year in Oklahoma, green has been legally stretched into April! There are so many celebrations, expos, and openings happening this month in honor of the 4/20 holiday that we…
by Brittney Graham Whether you are new to the cannabis community or have been in the scene for a long time, chances are that you have heard of the magically green 4/20 holiday. It is also very famous for referencing the time of day associated with medicating. Many have questioned just where this ganja holiday…
