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Sam North

Sam North is a cannabis writer with hands-on cultivation experience and a background in cannabis journalism. He has written for a range of established cannabis brands across the industry, including Fast Buds, Paradise Seeds, Cookies Seed Co., and Releaf, and is now one of the lead authors for MSNL. Drawing on multiple seasons of practical experience working with cannabis plants, Sam specialises in grower education, strain characteristics, and cannabis genetics. His work focuses on translating real-world cultivation knowledge and industry research into clear, accessible information for growers looking to better understand the plant and its genetic potential. Sam now writes for multiple weed publications. He has extensive experience with a wide range of canna-agriculture styles, from smaller artisanal farms to large-scale commercial operations, and is here to share his knowledge to give you all the best chance of cultivation success!

  1. Copy of What Does GMO Stand For In GMO Cookies Strain?
    Strain Reviews
    Copy of What Does GMO Stand For In GMO Cookies Strain?
    GMO Cookies is an indica-dominant hybrid cannabis strain, created by crossing the classic Chemdawg and Girl Scout Cookies. First introduced in 2018 by the breeders at Symbiotic ...
  2. Where Did The Mimosa Strain Originate?
    Strain Reviews
    Where Did The Mimosa Strain Originate?
    Mimosa is a sativa-dominant hybrid cannabis strain developed in Northern California by Symbiotic Genetics, created by crossing Clementine with Purple Punch. Since its release in...
  3. Apple Fritters Strain Review
    Strain Reviews
    Apple Fritters Strain Review
    Apple Fritters is a balanced hybrid cannabis strain created by crossing Sour Apple with Animal Cookies, combining dessert-style flavours with solid growth traits and long-standi...
  4. Gushers Strain Review & Growing Guide
    Strain Reviews
    Gushers Strain Review & Growing Guide
    Gushers is a balanced hybrid cannabis strain created by crossing Gelato #41 with Triangle Kush, combining modern dessert-style flavours with classic Kush structure. Sometimes re...
  5. When to Harvest Cannabis: A Step-by-Step Guide to Perfectly Timed Buds 
    Grow Guides
    When to Harvest Cannabis: A Step-by-Step Guide to Perfectly Timed Buds 
    Harvesting cannabis at the ideal time makes all the difference between exceptional bud and a mediocre harvest. As a breeder and grower, I’ve witnessed firsthand how timing impac...
  6. How to cure weed to produce top shelf bud
    Grow Guides
    How to cure weed to produce top shelf bud
    Once your bud has been cut down and dried, the final stage of the harvest process before it is ready to smoke is curing. Curing cannabis is the vital step that turns the taste a...
  7. Drying weed for the perfect taste, smell and potency
    Grow Guides
    Drying weed for the perfect taste, smell and potency
    So you've poured your heart and soul into your first cannabis crop, and today is the day to cut those bad girls down. What's next? This article will cover everything you ne...
  8. Trimming Weed - The Ultimate Guide
    Grow Guides
    Trimming Weed - The Ultimate Guide
    The flowering stage is now finally complete and your cannabis plants are packed full with trichome rich bud just waiting to be smoked. Hold on though, the hard work isn't done j...
  9. Pink Runtz strain Review – Is it better than Runtz OG?
    Strain Reviews
    Pink Runtz strain Review – Is it better than Runtz OG?
    Pink Runtz is a balanced hybrid cannabis strain positioned as a modern offshoot of the original Runtz line, with traits commonly linked to Zkittlez and Gelato genetics. It’s kno...
  10. Why Everyone Needs To Grow The Runtz Strain?
    Strain Reviews
    Why Everyone Needs To Grow The Runtz Strain?
    Runtz is an indica-dominant hybrid cannabis strain created by crossing Zkittlez with Gelato, bringing together two modern genetics known for flavour, potency, and visual appeal....
  11. What is considered high THC?
    Cannabis Science
    What is considered high THC?
    With the growing demand for increasingly potent cannabis strains, breeders around the world are all competing to produce the highest THC strains. The result of this race to the ...
  12. What Does Moldy Weed Look Like?
    Plant Problems
    What Does Moldy Weed Look Like?
    Growing weed is meant to be a rewarding, relaxing, and even therapeutic endeavor. Few hobbies can match the satisfaction of cultivating your own top-shelf, high-quality cannabis...
  13. How to prevent and fix phosphorus deficiency in cannabis plants
    Plant Problems
    How to prevent and fix phosphorus deficiency in cannabis plants
    Phosphorus - the quiet, almost unassuming powerhouse of plant nutrition. It fuels cannabis growth at every stage, from sturdy roots to resin-dripping buds. When deficiency strik...
  14. How to prevent and fix potassium deficiency in cannabis plants
    Plant Problems
    How to prevent and fix potassium deficiency in cannabis plants
    Potassium is one of the "big three" macronutrients essential for plant growth, standing alongside nitrogen and phosphorus as key players in healthy development. Playing a crucia...
  15. Big Bud Strain Review
    Strain Reviews
    Big Bud Strain Review
    Big Bud is an indica-dominant hybrid cannabis strain best known for one thing above all else: consistently large yields. Developed from a classic genetic mix of Afghani, Norther...

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