When cruising down the Avenue of the Giants in Humboldt County, one might not realize there's a hidden gem for cannabis enthusiasts just around the bend. Nestled along the Eel River in the heart of the Emerald Triangle lies Holmes Flat, a picturesque locale surrounded by towering Redwoods. The scenery? Simply breathtaking, drawing visitors in with its lush, fertile ambiance. There, you'll find Sunboldt Grown and its founder, Sunshine Cereceda, a local legend with soil under her nails and a heart as expansive as the California sky.  Gina Coleman/WeedmapsSunshine Cereceda — Founder of Sunbo ..read more

Valentine's Day is around the corner, and if you've been thinking about the perfect gift for your sweetheart, consider these infused options. From boxes of stoney chocolate hearts to ultra-relaxing THC massage oils, there's something charming and sweet for every type of cannabis consumer. Love Drops from 1906  Courtesy of 1906 Meant for everyone to enjoy and experience, 1906's Love Drops contain a 2.5:2.5 ratio of THC to CBD. They're made with the popular hybrid Blue Dream and a blend of arousing plants like Damiana and Muira Puama.  Customer review: “So these really do work. I was s ..read more

Hosting or heading to a Game Day party? Along with the usual beer, wings, and jalapeño poppers, consider bringing a few infused options for a stoney gathering with fans and friends.  Good News and The Fifty/50 Buffalo Wing Sauce  Courtesy of Good News For a limited time and only while supplies last, cannabis brand Good News and Chicago sports bar The Fifty/50 are offering an infused mild buffalo wing sauce just in time for game day. Available at Sunnyside dispensaries in River North, Wrigleyville, Schaumburg, and Buffalo Grove, each jar contains 100 milligrams of THC — 10 milligrams ..read more

In the vibrant yet challenging landscape of California's cannabis community, Sun Roots Farm is a rare gem situated in Covelo, California. Driving up its winding entrance will lead to a picturesque landscape, unveiling the incredible experience of visiting the farm's gorgeous gardens. There, you'll be greeted by towering cannabis plants reaching 12+ feet high and weighing an impressive 10 - 20 pounds each. Founded by Forrest Gauder and Patricia Vargas, Sun Roots Farm is a testament to the resilience and integrity within the cannabis community. Gina Coleman/WeedmapsOwners Forrest Gauder and Patr ..read more

If the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) reschedules marijuana to Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act (CSA), experts say the change would not only have big implications for cannabis at the federal level, but could also cause series of legal adjustments in states. As the result of so-called “trigger laws,” most U.S. states would either automatically reschedule marijuana to follow a change in its federal status or would begin a process to reclassify the substance. The ripple effect could impact politics, criminal justice and medical marijuana, among other issues. Broadly, states fa ..read more

A multinational investment bank says that marijuana has become a “formidable competitor” to alcohol, projecting that nearly 20 million more people will regularly consume cannabis over the next five years as booze loses a couple million drinkers. It also says marijuana sales are estimated to reach $37 billion in 2027 as more state markets come online. An analysis from the firm TD Cowen says marijuana sales reached $29 billion in 2023, which is approximately 11 percent of what the alcohol industry brought it. That's up from four percent just five years ago, and marijuana is expected to grow by a ..read more

Searching for that perfect gift for the special stoner in your life? Look no further. Weedmaps' cannabis aficionados have compiled a list of unique gift ideas that will melt your loved one's heart quicker than a jar of six-star bubble hash on a warm day.  Load up a bowl and check out the complete gift guide for every budget. Find cannabis on Weedmaps For the flower lover Gina Coleman/WeedmapsONGROK Toothless Grinder  While most grinders have sharp teeth that tear apart nugs, the ONGROK Toothless Grinder uses a flower-shaped pattern to mill the cannabis. This helps preserve the tricho ..read more

In the heart of southern Humboldt lies Huckleberry Hill Farms, a legacy outdoor cannabis grow started by John Casali. Unlike many of the regulated farms that sprouted up in the wake of Prop 64, Huckleberry Hill stood through the war on drugs era, and its story is steeped in passion, struggle, and resilience. It also led to the creation of the award-winning Whitethorn Rose cannabis strain. Gina Coleman/WeedmapsJohn Casali of Huckleberry Hill Farms In the late 1960s, Casali, a teenager then, was immersed in the art of cultivation, learning the process from his mother. "[She] was my guiding light ..read more

A study published this month in the Journal of Neuroscience Research found that regular cannabis users “have a greater understanding of the emotions of others,” findings that authors say “highlight positive effects of cannabis on interpersonal relationships and potential therapeutic applications.” The study, from a team of neurobiologists at the National Autonomous University of Mexico, compared measurements of empathy between a group of 85 regular cannabis users and 51 nonconsumers, using both a 33-item test and MRI images of the participants. Find cannabis on Weedmaps The written test, the a ..read more

A new survey of cannabis consumers with sleep issues found that most preferred to use marijuana instead of other sleep aids to help get to bed, reporting better outcomes the next morning and fewer side effects. Smoking joints or vaping products that contained THC, CBD and the terpene myrcene were especially popular. Compared to using conventional sleep aids or no sleep aids at all, respondents reported that cannabis made them feel more refreshed, focused and better able to function the morning after, with fewer headaches and less nausea. But they also reported some side effects from marijuana ..read more