by Tab Moura What does it mean to be mindful and present in a year like 2020. We have everything from virtual class, virtual work, virtual yoga, virtual birthday parties… the old advice of “put away the phones and tablets, be present,” is becoming impossible, but being present is more necessary than ever before. Well,…
Cover Artist Tim Jessell by Michael Kinney When cover artist Tim Jessell explains to school students his most famous work of art, they often look at with a quizzical look. Trying to explain the connection between NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley and Godzilla often garners him confused stares. In the late 1990s Jessell…
by Veronica Castillo It’s obvious and clear in many homes that this pandemic has shifted, and balance within many homes is no longer. Nearly 93% of homes with school-age children report some form of distance learning during COVID-19. Parents and kids are at home at the same time, going to school, and going to work….
by Tab Moura When I was 5, I listened to my mom talk to my older siblings about things that seemed so complex at the time. She had asked them what they wanted to be when they grew up, she then explained how our school subjects were building blocks for the careers they each expressed…
by Rayne Graham Your November 2020 horoscope and what Cannabis strain will help you get through it! Happy Thanksgiving! Happy Scorpio Season! Since it is your time to shine dear Scorpio, we are going to start with your strainology first! November is going to be a time for fun and friends so be ready for a high energy level. You will also…
by Veronica Castillo Dear United States Government, Many of us grew up in a time where weed/ marijuana/ cannabis was taught to be negative; a bad drug. Remember the fried egg commercial: “this is your brain (whole egg), this is your brain on drugs (cracked egg frying), any questions”? Such loads of buffalo crap when…
by Rayne Graham It is #croptober and cannabis growers couldn’t be more excited! I am speaking from a place of pure happiness when it comes to harvesting my cannabis plants. What is Croptober you ask? Basically, us lucky ducks in the Northern Hemisphere get to witness the outdoor crops coming in. The hashtag is a way for…
by Amy Lee When it comes to terpenes I definitely have my favorites and more than likely it’s going to be something strong and peppery such as caryophyllene. There is something alluring about the strong peppery smell and flavor that my body craves. It’s often said that the “nose knows what the body needs” and…
by Chet Tucker Hindsight may be 2020 but the ride “ain’t” over yet so BUCKLE UP for the Cowboy Cup and it’s keystone addition, The Lettuce Lounge! In a collaborative effort between Arcadia Brands (and their sister brand Utokies) and none other than Herbage Magazine, we’re proud to put together an independent lounge during the Cowboy…
by Rayne Graham This time of year marks the beginning of celebrating traditions. Think about it, all the holidays coming and the things we do every year around this time to commemorate them. Trick or treating during Halloween, the big turkey dinner for Thanksgiving, Santa and his cookies for Christmas, and so on. While traditions weigh heavily…
by Rayne Graham It is pumpkin carving, cookie baking, scary movie, bonfire, and smores season! We’re talking leaf crunching and apple cider sipping kind of ish. You know, the grab your best friends and head down to the local haunted house kind of energy. Can you tell I’m excited? But seriously, I know with Covid and…
by Chip Paul | Chief Innovator GnuPharma At this writing it is just a little over 2 years since commercial medical marijuana licenses began being is-sued in Oklahoma. When writing SQ788, a timer was installed to ensure that the State was efficient in rolling out the program. In just two years we are now the…
by Brittiany Ralls In a home built in 1912 sits a little dispensary, beautifully redone on the inside, keeping as many original pieces of the structure as possible, including the kitchen sink….. pun intended. Sitting on a stool in the main area of the dispensary, The Green Cupboard, is Khiel Hoffman. Khiel a young, tattooed…
by Sarah Lee Gossett Parrish, Cannabis Lawyer The first major piece of legislation concerning medical marijuana was signed into law by Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt on March 14, 2019, and became effective on August 29, 2019. The bill was known as the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act, nicknamed the Unity Bill (“UNITY”), and…
by Cassie Alexander, LPC My dad thinks he is pretty. Just ask him, he will tell you. While you’re at it, ask him if he thinks I am pretty. Do you know what he will say? “Almost as pretty as me.” Any girl that grew up around our family has had the same argument with…
by Tab Moura What a month this has been! With kids in school, and holidays approaching, time seems to be speeding by. Can you believe it’s already time for Halloween? I don’t know about you, but I have been wracking my brain for how to safely participate in some of our favorite traditions. At the…
by Rayne Graham There is no question at just how popular medical cannabis is in Oklahoma, I mean there are more than 2,200 dispensaries alone. To put that into perspective, there are more medical marijuana dispensaries in this state than there are Mcdonalds and Starbucks combined. With so many brick and mortars, there are…
by Veronica Castillo Many people leave work and can’t wait to get home for their- release the day sesh. Evening munchies are the trickiest because, after a long hard day at work, why would you tell yourself no? After saying yes to everyone else, why would a no be ok for you? Well, focus it…
by Veronica Castillo For some people, Cannabis is consumed for assistance with appetite, for example, cancer patients. For many people, the increase in appetite is not desired and actually keeps some from consuming Cannabis. Regardless of the reason, when the munchies hit, what we eat shouldn’t be bad. It may taste great but is there…
Cannabis strains that can help achieve weight loss goals by Veronica Castillo “Cannabis causes the munchies” is not all the way true. A lot of people believe that Cannabis leads to automatic munchies but, it’s important to point out that Cannabis can treat us all a little different from one another. Some get no munchies…
Haley Bell – Featured Artist by James Bridges Every month I continue to be amazed by great Oklahoma artists and creators. That alone gives me joy enough to say that my job is pretty awesome. This month I had the opportunity to glance at some art by Haley Bell. With that glance something caught my…
3 Ways Cannabis Can Aid in Weight Loss by Veronica Castillo The NCBI published an article in 2018 on the theory of hemp- CBD in different forms, and its impact on obesity and other health issues. The in-depth analysis stated that CBD has been proven to reduce appetite and well- reduction of appetite is important…
by Veronica Castillo 5 Breakfast and Morning Snack Options Focused on Health There are some Cannabis strains out there that will increase, enhance, uplift- truly create what many call “the munchies. These strains carry a terpene profile that work in the body to create appetite. This is magical for some, but for others,…
by Brittiany Adilas ¿Conoces más de un idioma? In Spanish this means, “Do you know more than one language?” I’ll be honest with you, I don’t. Being multilingual in an industry that’s burgeoning like cannabis can make all the difference for career seekers. I have seen this first hand as a budtender myself….
by Veronica Castillo Photo Credit: www.classpass.com The truth is the truth, in this country, black people have been at the bottom of importance, since Columbus and his boys showed up. So much of this country’s history is rooted in the oppression of black people and suppression of our rights. Changes have been made, but we…
by Brittiany Adilas It’s time to get those creative juices flowing for all the hauntingly fun costumes to consider for arguably the best holiday, Halloween! If you are looking for some inspiration for those costumes, look no further than a local gal by the name of Kash Clemishire. Being born with a badass name just…
by Rayne Graham Your October 2020 horoscope and what Cannabis strain will help you get through it! Happy Halloween! Aries: You might be feeling like the goop between the caterpillar and the butterfly stages of metamorphosis dear Aries. Keep pushing, this month will bring you growth confidence and clarity so you might just be at…
by Veronica Castillo Photo credit: Black Cannabis Week Connection to entrepreneurship, wellness, innovation, education, and more Celebrated during the same week as National Expungement Week which I think is beautiful, Black Cannabis Week, also known as BCW, is: a collective web of educational and informational experiences to empower Black communities to move toward social…
Herb•age strives to bring you fresh regularly. 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 to continue…
Looking for a mysteriously fun way to kick off your October festivities? Hempton Heights in Spavinaw, Oklahoma is hosting a Murder Mystery dinner THIS weekend! If you are looking for bookings check out their website HERE. The event and dinner by Mother Rabbit are included in your cabin rental stay. Was it the maid…
The Green Grow Expo is throwing their first annual #fallhashbash on October 10th in Oklahoma City at Margarita Island located at 8139 NW 10th St. from 7pm-11pm. This event will feature: A chance to meet Oklahoma’s TOP cannabis brands and hundreds of commercial licensees To meet, greet, network and medicate with the commUNITY! Food trucks…
by Veronica Castillo Photo Credit: PR Newswire Last week was National Expungement Week: Sept 19- Sept 26, and it was the third annual week of awareness to the 77 million Americans with criminal records. Though awareness is highlighted with events, clinics, workshops, and food pantries during this week, founder of National Expungement Week- Latorie…
by Rayne Graham You must see Gentry Leach’s breathtaking ethereal art, you are missing out. I am not telling you what to do or anything, but her Instagram is a good place to start and will have you hooked. The first time I was able to glimpse one of her amazing creations I knew that…
by Amy Lee Nut-butters are some of the easiest household pantry items to infuse with cannabis and one of the most delicious! Nut butter is perfect for snacking with celery, apples, carrots, pretzels, and more! This recipe calls for peanut butter but can easily be replaced with any nut butter of your choice. Hemp or…
by Amy Lee BOHO Health Consulting When utilizing cannabis medicinally with either industrial hemp products or other cannabis-related products, it is important to understand that each delivery method provides a different bioavailability percentage within the body. The bioavailability percentage plays an important role for all cannabis patients whether they medicate leisurely, are seeking a personal…
Chip Paul GnuPharma Corp/OK4U Approved When I was young, autism was extremely rare. 15 years ago the prevalence of autism had reached around 1 in 150 children. Now it is around 1 in 50 children. So what is happening? Is this “nature” or “nurture”? Environment or genetics? Well, from my perspective, it is nutritional. In my…
by Rayne Graham Intention and Energy are the windows to the human soul. I am sure you have heard it was the eyes, but in my experience, a person’s intentions and energy speak volumes before their mouths ever do. When I was given the opportunity to sit down and chill out with the owners of…
~Bridges I wake up in the morning, sometimes so early I wonder if I even slept… but hey, I wake up at least. When I do I always have to self inventory. Where am I? How do I feel physically, mentally, and spiritually? What are my goals for the day, etc… Then it’s time to…
by Brittiany Adilas Hip-hop, rap, rock, pop with Epidemic Outrage you just may get it all. The ability to navigate the musical waters or genres while staying true to who they are sets them apart from those that also fall under several genres of music. Some would say fluidity is the future and if…
by Brittiany Ralls With humulene being such a common terpene, you had to know we would cover it in this series! Being the third most dominant terpene in cannabis, believe me when I say you are probably getting at least a little of humulene when medicating. Interestingly, humulene tends to be more present in strains…
by Brittney Graham When it comes to healing, holistic happens to be one of my favorites! Organic, clean, and good for the body, it is hard to beat. This can include natural whole foods, vitamins, physical exercise, stress management techniques, and so much I haven’t discovered. So, when I wanted to learn more about this…
by Brittiany Ralls We are getting down to the last few terpenes that have been found present in cannabis so far for this series. With that being said we are going to learn more about the least common terpene in cannabis, terpinolene. Found mostly in sativa dominant strains, terpinolene still is typically present in…
by Veronica Castillo photo credit: Accuweather.com Washington was the first state that I toured a Cannabis farm in. Washington introduced me to $5 infused joints, $10 eighths, and my first ocean living experience. While there, nature was happy, green, growing fruit, and enjoying crisp weather. Today, that same nature is under attack due to the…
by Veronica Castillo Photo Credit: Apple News Oregon is one of my favorite states. It’s the perfect blend, in my opinion, of California flavor mixed with Pacific Northwest hippiness. Portland is described as “weird” and the coolest thing about Portland- they embrace it! There are signs everywhere that read “keep Portland weird”. So much of…
OMMA has signed a contract with Metrc to implement a statewide seed-to-sale tracking system from a plant’s growth stage through sale to patients. It is expected to take up to six months, according to OMMA Interim Director Dr. Kelly Williams. Metrc offers integration features with many seed-to-sale software systems used at an individual-level by licensees,…
by Veronica Castillo It’s important for me to thank Herbage Magazine for allowing me the space to share this west coast wild fires series. No matter where we are from, even if we have never visited, even if California isn’t linked to our daily lives- we must remember that through Cannabis, we all connect to…
by Brittiany Ralls Remembering smells of lavender when I was younger, reminds me of my grandparents. Lavender was regularly used in lotions, candles and bath salts in my grandparents house. I remember always feeling calmer at their home. Makes sense, since lavender is supposed to offer effects of relaxation. Which is one of the many…
by Veronica Castillo Probably Wasn’t Cannabis Anyway Society Judges but the System is Designed to Win So many times, people are released from prison but not really released from the impact. A lot of people that haven’t been impacted by jail/prison, assume that those released aren’t living to their full potential for of all…
by Brittiany Ralls Ah pine, I love the smell of pine around the holidays in the winter. Who doesn’t? It offers feelings of warmth and coziness, involuntarily inducing some into reminiscent states of childhood Christmas celebrations. So I’m sure you can guess the terpene we will be covering this time around… you got it,…
