Store Your Marijuana the Right Way

Store Your Marijuana the Right Way
Naturally, you want your marijuana to last and remain fresh until you use it. When you store it properly, you shouldn’t have to worry about it going bad. It should remain potent for quite a while. However, those who do not know how to keep their pot from going bad might be in for a nasty surprise if they aren’t keeping it correctly. Let’s look at some of the things that you shouldn’t do with your marijuana, along with how you should be storing it.

Do Not Freeze Your Marijuana
One of the myths that far too many people believe is that you can put your pot in the fridge or freezer to help it stay fresh longer. One of the reasons that people likely believe this myth is because it’s often what they do with fruits and vegetables to preserve their freshness before they start to go bad. However, marijuana is not a fruit or vegetable, and it needs to be treated differently.
There is a good chance that the weed will go bad faster when you store it in these locations. Every time that the refrigerator is opened, there is a chance of contamination. There is also the risk of condensation and too much moisture being introduced. If that moisture includes contaminants, it could cause the marijuana to go bad.

The Environmental Factors Matter
Where the marijuana is stored will important, as well. Even if you have great containers for your pot, if you aren’t storing them in the right locations, it can cause the pot to lose freshness or go bad. If it is stored in an area where it is exposed to light and heat, it can start to decay. High exposure to light will also dry out the terpenes. This means that the weed will lose scent and potency over time. One of the other drawbacks of exposure to light is that it can start to convert the THC to CBN. This essentially means that that the intoxicating properties of the THC will be reduced. It won’t provide you with the effects that you want.

So, what’s the right temperature? Most say that you should keep it to about 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Putting the marijuana in a closet or pantry, or another safe location that remains close to this temperature is a good idea. Doing this will also make sure that it’s not exposed to light.
Therefore, you want to be sure that you think about all of the environmental factors when you store your pot. It should be in a cool, dry, dark location. This will be the best way to keep the marijuana fresh for as long as possible. Of course, you also need to be sure that you have a great container.

Don’t Put Anything Else Organic in the Container
Some people have taken to adding other types of organic material to their storage containers with the weed as a means to help it regain some moisture. They might put in pieces of fruit or orange peels, for example. However, that’s not a good idea. When adding other material like this, it has the potential to introduce contaminants. It will also likely start to grow mildew and mold, which will make all of the weed in the container unusable.

Instead, of putting these other items into the containers, just use them for the pot. You don’t want to think that you have several ounces of pot that will last only to open it up and realize that it’s all gone bad. That would be a waste of money and time, and you aren’t going to be happy with your “hack” for fresh pot. It tends to be better to keep things simple.

While you shouldn’t put organic material into the marijuana container, you can use humidity packs that can help to keep the proper humidity levels if needed.

Used Quality Containers and Canisters
The best way to make sure you are keeping your marijuana fresh and potent for as long as possible is with the right canisters and containers. Keep in mind that you want to reduce or even eliminate any air seeping into or out of the container. If there is air getting into the marijuana, it could cause microbes to grow, and the marijuana will not stay fresh.

When choosing a container, you should also think about whether it lets out any of the scent of the marijuana. Most people do not want their stash to make their entire living space smell. Find those that will help to keep the scent under control. When you opt for airtight options, as you should because of the other benefits, you shouldn’t have to worry about too much scent escaping.

Whenever storing marijuana, it is important to make sure that the container is clean and entirely dry. You don’t want to introduce any microbes or other issues to the pot when you are storing it. A little precaution goes a long way.

One of the mistakes that people make when it comes to choosing a container is opting for a tobacco or cigar humidor. This is a problem since cigar humidors are often lined with cedarwood. The oils in the wood have the potential to harm the weed. Also, the humidity levels in those types of containers will often be too high for marijuana, which could cause it to go bad.

Take the time to find high-quality means of keeping your marijuana safe. This means you want a container that can seal well. You also want to be sure that you keep it out of the heat, sunlight, and moisture. When you do, you will find that your marijuana can stay fresh and potent for up to two years or more.

Even if you know that you won’t have the weed for that long, you should still get into the practice of storing it properly. Knowing proper storage techniques and having great containers will ensure that you can store the marijuana properly if you ever need to.

Resources:

https://www.evergreenorganix.com/cannabis-blog/2019/4/29/9-ways-to-keep-your-weed-fresh-and-potent
https://weedmaps.com/learn/products-and-how-to-consume/keep-weed-fresh