In this episode of the Bioactive Podcast, Dr. Riley Kirk sits down with David Sandelman, founder of Cannatrol, to explore the science and strategy behind drying and curing cannabis. Learn how precise environmental control can dramatically improve cannabis quality, flavor, and consistency.
🔥 What You’ll Learn:
• The science of water activity and how it affects cannabis drying
• Why terpene retention is critical and how to preserve it
• How Cannatrol technology improves on the outdated 60/60 method
• The role of enzymatic processes in cannabis curing
• Strain-specific drying techniques for top-shelf results
• Tips for rehydrating dry cannabis and adjusting water activity
• Best post-harvest storage practices
• Applications of Cannatrol for other herbs and botanicals
David shares his journey into the cannabis space and how Cannatrol empowers growers, processors, and home cultivators to achieve consistent, high-quality results. Whether you’re growing for medical, recreational, or artisanal purposes, this episode is packed with insights you can use today.
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction to Drying and Curing Cannabis
03:46 The Science Behind Drying and Curing
12:50 Understanding Water Activity in Cannabis
14:43 The Importance of Terpene Retention
21:43 The 60-60 Method: Origins and Implications
26:31 The Rate of Drying and Its Effects
31:05 The Role of Enzymatic Processes in Curing
34:26 Understanding Strain Specificity in Drying and Curing
36:04 Rehydrating Cannabis: Enhancing Quality and Experience
38:41 Adjusting Water Activity for Different Products
41:43 Home Drying and Curing Techniques
43:49 Storing and Managing Harvests Effectively
45:37 The Importance of Terpenes in Cannabis
46:50 Exploring Other Uses for Cannatrol
49:40 Encouraging Experimentation with Cannatrol
51:40 Achieving Consistent Drying and Curing
53:40 Final Thoughts on Drying and Curing Process
Learn more from Cannatrol:
Instagram @Cannatrol
Website: https://www.cannatrols.com/
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