Based in Eugene, Oregon, the Emerald Trade Alliance is a good example of what may be in store for the California cannabis industry now that voters in the Golden State have passed Proposition 64. Although currently serving mostly the Central Oregon region, this progressive and unique group offers membership to an eclectic group of canna-preneurs. The group counts among its … [Read more...] about Emerald Trade Alliance
Archives for December 2016
Environment, Community and Cannabis with Emerald Genetics
Emerald Genetics isn’t just a cannabis collective, it’s a “revolutionary solution to major sociological and economic problems [that] many depressed communities face,” explains the founder, whose identity has been withheld. In 2014, the founder established the hyper-local medicinal marijuana collective with the intent of creating a unified effort to support the Northern … [Read more...] about Environment, Community and Cannabis with Emerald Genetics
Quality Control
Northern Emeralds and the Next Era Several decades ago, Hunter S. Thompson penned the phrase, “When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro,” as a highlight of what the uncertain and perilous times ahead would demand of its citizens. Several weeks ago I scheduled an interview … [Read more...] about Quality Control
Emerald Entrees: December 2016
Savory Goat Cheese Tart with Cannabis Pesto Adapted from “Around My French Table” by Dorie Greenspan The holiday season calls for a gauntlet of soirees and dinner parties – some naughty, some nice, depending on the relatives invited. This savory cheesecake tart is wonderful showpiece to share with foodie friends. As the tart can easily stand in as an appetizer or dessert, … [Read more...] about Emerald Entrees: December 2016
Emerald Grown and Proud
“We are farmers, and proud of it.” How the Emerald Grown Co-operative and a visionary documentary film project are championing the dignity of cannabis farmers in Mendocino County. Emerald Grown Co-operative How can we protect small-scale, sustainably oriented, organic, craft cannabis farmers now that Proposition 64 has passed? For that matter, how can Emerald Triangle … [Read more...] about Emerald Grown and Proud