Culture
Expo Spotlight: Rochelle Bradshaw
Reggae artist Rochelle Bradshaw, now Brand Ambassador for The Source Dispensary, blends music with cannabis advocacy. Her partnership birthed the Roots & Reefer podcast and Island-inspired products, revolutionizing Arkansas’s cannabis scene through cultural integration, education, and artistry.
April High-Quality Picks
April showers bring new arrivals! Check out this month’s high-quality cannabis picks! With bold flavors, potent effects, and smooth experiences, our handpicked selections cater to everyone. Elevate your month with the best products available!
Strain of the Week: FX3: “Fire, Flame, Fuego”
FX3: “Fire, Flame, Fuego” by Solfire Gardens is a premium hybrid blending Strawberry and Udder Madness. With juicy strawberry notes, creamy earthiness, and potent effects, it delivers relaxation, focus, and a rich sensory experience.
Iced Caramel Latte
Stay cool as the temperature rises with this refreshing Iced Caramel Latte! Made with cold brew, Leafology’s Infused Vanilla Coffee Creamer, and caramel, it’s a smooth, creamy pick-me-up perfect for warm days—coffeehouse vibes at home!
The Barbados Babe
Rihanna, the best-selling female artist of the 21st century, is a music icon, entrepreneur, and cannabis advocate. She normalizes cannabis culture, especially for Black women, while building a billion-dollar empire and shaping the beauty and music industries.
Dexter Co: Breaking the Mold
Dexter Co is redefining cannabis hospitality with luxury products blending craftsmanship, elegance, and social connection. Founder Brad Harvey aims to elevate cannabis culture, integrating it seamlessly into gatherings, just like fine wine or whiskey.
Expo Spotlight: Korto Momolu
Liberian-born designer Korto Momolu blends her African heritage with luxury fashion. A Project Runway fan favorite, she’s headlined global shows, designed for Crystal Bridges Museum, and champions inclusivity in fashion from her home in Little Rock.
Strain of the Week: Polar Pop
Polar Pop, an indica-leaning strain by Compound Genetics, blends Gastro Pop’s sweet terpenes with The Menthol’s gassy notes. Its aroma and flavor feature sweet, fruity hints of blackberry, banana smoothie, and earthy undertones.
The Green Revolution 2.0
The cannabis industry is undergoing a tech-driven transformation, with AI, robotics, and automation optimizing cultivation, processing, and packaging. While technology enhances efficiency, human expertise remains essential, shifting roles toward data analysis, quality control, and innovation.