The CBD industry is booming right now, with more products than ever before touting the benefits of this controversial chemical. So why should you try selling CBD flowers, what are they, and where would you even get them? Here’s what you need to know.
Cannabidiol or CBD flowers are the flowering body of the female Cannabis sativa plant, also known as hemp. Hemp grows best in well-draining, rich soil, typically planted outside in moderate climates or grown in a controlled greenhouse environment for larger-scale production. This plant has thin, slightly spiny leaves that grow together in clusters and the flower itself is made of tightly growing clusters of buds slightly resembling green cones.
Domesticated hemp has been bred to have the maximum amount of CBD in its buds, as this chemical is used to create products used for pain and anxiety relief and recreation, among other things. It’s been cultivated intentionally from as early as the 16th century in Europe and before that in China and has been used medicinally and recreationally for just as long by people all over the world.
According to federal law, the cannabis sativa plant is considered marijuana if it contains more than 0.3% of the compound Tetrahydrocannabinol, THC, which is a mind-altering substance banned in most of the United States (though this is slowly changing). However, the plant is considered to be hemp if it contains less than 0.3% THC; hemp is technically legal to grow and own in all 50 states.
Confusingly, whether or not CBD flowers are legal largely depends on which version of cannabis sativa it’s been harvested from. If the CBD is harvested from a hemp plant, it is legal to own, sell, and use. If it’s harvested from a marijuana plant, it is illegal to own, sell, and use in most of the country. Interestingly, both versions of CBD flowers can be processed into pure CBD that is THC-free and practically indistinguishable.
CBD flowers sourced from a reputable, licensed nursery for hemp plants and properly processed to produce products that contain little or no THC are completely legal.
CBD flowers are generally either smoked, vaped, or ingested (usually after being processed into an oil). CBD has been found to be an effective treatment for some forms of pain (especially pain caused by chronic illness that is resistant to other treatments) and physical illnesses including epilepsy, as well as mental health conditions like addiction, anxiety, and depression. It works by binding with cannabinoid receptors in the brain and other organs, acting as a depressant that can relieve muscle tension and slow heart rates to a relatively comfortable level. While it can have minor side effects (such as dry mouth and cravings), CBD is generally considered safe to use.
As mentioned, CBD is a growing market both in the US and internationally, making it an in-demand industry. Selling CBD, whether it’s as a stand-alone distribution center or as part of a larger business, can be incredibly profitable when done right. That being said, CBD flowers can be expensive to buy at the individual level for that amount of demand. Like any other product, purchasing CBD flowers wholesale can help you keep your supply consistent and available for customers, as well as offer your customers the chance to try unique blends and strains they may not otherwise be exposed to.
When choosing a wholesale partner to buy CBD flowers from, you’ll need to be careful. So far, CBD is a relatively unregulated industry, not overlooked by the FDA or other major governing bodies beyond ensuring that you’re using the correct version of cannabis sativa. Your first step should be to check and make sure that the distributor you’re purchasing from is properly licensed in their state to distribute CBD products and grow hemp.
Once you’re sure you’re working with a reputable distributor, you’ll want to explore their products and see if you can get more details about their growing and processing practices. Lots of growers will have publicly available reporting and process details for you to peruse, but if you can’t find them, it might be a good idea to reach out to the company and see if you can ask for that information.
The best way to get bulk amounts of CBD flowers is to purchase from wholesale retailers, either locally in states that allow hemp farming or online. If you’re looking for a high-quality bulk CBD flower distributor, Industrial Hemp Farms should be your first stop. Based in Colorado, Industrial Hemp Farms is one of the largest suppliers of hemp flowers and other CBD products in the United States.
Our hemp is grown indoors, in highly controlled environments for the best possible end products. We use it to not just harvest and sell fresh, high-quality buds, but also to produce CBD isolate and distillate among other concentrates, as well as gummies and oils. Because our hemp is produced in-house, you pay only for the product itself, not for middlemen and third-party distributors; why pay the markup when you can get your CBD products from the source?
We offer an array of CBD flowers that vary in aroma and experience but are always the best quality possible. Consider trying our fresh and fruity Pineapple Sugar Cookie flowers, our stronger thrill ride Gorilla Glue flowers, or, if you’re looking for an easy, mellow experience, our Sour Space Candy flowers. Not sure what to get or working with a tight budget? Consider trying a mixed bud blend for top-notch variety without the top-shelf pricing.
If you’d like to learn more about what Industrial Hemp Farms has to offer, you can explore our website.
