The Budbo Journal

Smoke Savvy

Guides, culture, and the science behind the smoke.

Education

Reading a COA: What the Numbers Actually Mean

Decode THCA %, Delta 9 %, and the rest of the panel, and understand why full-panel, third-party lab results are the only proof worth trusting.

5 minSep 2026
Education

THCA vs. Delta 9: The Farm Bill Explainer

How hemp-derived cannabinoids stay federally legal under the 2018 Farm Bill, and where THCA and Delta 9 actually differ.

4 minSep 2026
Education

The 280E Tax Burden: How Cannabis Operators Are Fighting Back

Section 280E costs the cannabis industry billions annually. Learn how operators are managing this unfair tax burden and why rescheduling would change everything.

5 minApr 2023
Education

Cannabis Banking Challenges in 2022: Problems and Solutions

Cannabis businesses continue to face severe banking challenges in 2022. Explore the problems, workarounds, and how cryptocurrency is offering alternative solutions.

5 minMar 2022
Education

Cannabis Concentrates Explained: Shatter, Wax, Live Resin, and More

Cannabis concentrates are growing in popularity but can be confusing for newcomers. Learn the differences between shatter, wax, live resin, rosin, and other concentrates.

4 minJul 2018
Education

Cannabis Testing: Why Lab Results Matter and How to Read Them

Lab testing is the backbone of cannabis safety. Learn why testing matters, what labs test for, and how to read cannabis certificates of analysis like a pro.

4 minApr 2018
Education

Cannabis Edibles 101: A Complete Guide to Dosing, Effects, and Safety

Edibles are the fastest-growing cannabis product category. Learn everything you need to know about dosing, onset times, effects, and safety with this comprehensive guide.

4 minSep 2017
Education

Understanding Cannabis Strains: A Beginner's Guide to Indica, Sativa, and Hybrid

New to cannabis? Learn the fundamental differences between indica, sativa, and hybrid strains, plus how terpenes and cannabinoids affect your experience.

4 minMay 2016