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Emerald Cup 2019 Wrap Up

Shout out to NUG fan Branden Carrell for winning our Emerald Cup tickets sweepstakes! We knew it was going to be a great weekend when the rain stopped and the Sun came out on the Saturday morning of the Emerald Cup. This was our first official Emerald Cup and also the first time the public would be able to experience our highly anticipated vape cart… Read More »Emerald Cup 2019 Wrap Up

NUG Partners with One Tree Planted to Combat California Deforestation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Candice Votke Candice@rosengrouppr.com 212.255.0945 NUG Partners with One Tree Planted to Combat California DeforestationSeed-to-sale Oakland-based cannabis company will donate and match a portion of sales from signature strain OAKLAND, CA (November 27, 2019) — NUG, one of the premier diversified cannabis companies in California, is proud to announce its partnership with One Tree Planted, a 501(C)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to global… Read More »NUG Partners with One Tree Planted to Combat California Deforestation

Women & weed…the 411 on women benefits & use

Women, their rights, and individualities are trending hard in the mainstream media. And with the growth of legalization, the gender’s mark on the marijuana market is booming, too. With good reason, considering cannabis has a plethora of health benefits that can specifically aid women and many of their unique needs. So, how are women and the world of weed connecting? From beauty products, to an… Read More »Women & weed…the 411 on women benefits & use

What is Kief?

Kief is one of those terms that is unique to the cannabis world. But anyone who’s lit up before, has experience with the material whether they know it or not. Simply put, kief is the sticky-icky resin or crystals that coat NUGs of weed. So, a natural collection of the highly potent sift grows as you grind. Here we’ll show you how to get the… Read More »What is Kief?

Fall into 2019 new & trending strains (fall feature on NUG strains)

With harvests happening across weed nation, and ‘croptober’ in full force…there’s no better time to fall into new and trending strains to light up with. Whether you’re looking toWith harvests happening across weed nation, and ‘croptober’ in full force…there’s no better time to fall into new and trending strains to light up with. Whether you’re looking to cozy up with a relaxing indica strain, or… Read More »Fall into 2019 new & trending strains (fall feature on NUG strains)

It’s Harvest Season – What goes into a cannabis harvest?

It’s the season of harvest…and Fall brings more than just pumpkin spice and hauls at apple orchards. ‘Croptober’ as culturally termed has arrived for cannabis crops across the nation. But as a daily or occasional cannabis consumer…do you really know the work behind the scenes to get your NUGS on the shelf? Light up, kick back, and let’s review how cannabis cultivators harvest sweet weed… Read More »It’s Harvest Season – What goes into a cannabis harvest?

What’s in a test? What goes into testing Cannabis and why you should care

As high pressured as sitting down for any exam, are the tests that go into revealing cannabis content. Long awaited results from grower’s studies, time and efforts, with fingers crossed for A+ results. But what goes into Cannabis testing and how does one achieve a passing or perfect score? And why should you care when lighting up? Let’s review the most important factors that go… Read More »What’s in a test? What goes into testing Cannabis and why you should care

Update on the Oakland Equity Program – where are we now?

As you know, NUG has been leading the way for change through the Oakland Equity Program. We’re happy to report progress is on the incline for the premier initiative looking to bridge the gap in cannabis licensing, for those affected by prior pot prohibition. So with the program moving full steam ahead, where exactly are we now? One step closer to operating. What’s the latest?… Read More »Update on the Oakland Equity Program – where are we now?

Separating the Best from the Rest – How Cannabis Becomes Top Shelf

From seed to harvest, there are a few best practices when growing cannabis to its highest degree. Over time, growers have fine-tuned environments, nutrients, curing, packaging and testing to deliver top shelf bud to now legal consumers. Far more potent than the underground marijuana of the past. So, what makes certain weed better than the rest? To most, it’s high potency, flavorful aromas or taste… Read More »Separating the Best from the Rest – How Cannabis Becomes Top Shelf