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BOLD’s Wolverine brings what Annie Iselin, Senior Director of Operations at BOLD Team, considers an underappreciated gem to Northwest Arkansas. As she notes, “most of Arkansas sleeps on this strain – both literally and figuratively.”

Our second day of the Holidaze brings a crown jewel from River Valley Relief’s gardens to Rogers, Arkansas. MAC 1 (Miracle Alien Cookies) has a fascinating origin story, as RVR’s head grower Drew Henderson explains: “MAC 1 was created by Capulator during hard times…”

Ethel identifies which terpenes are best suited to addressing appetite issues and covers the basics on medical card renewal.

Like the holiday season, cannabis cultivation is cyclical. Round by round, the way we grow each strain evolves. There are ups and downs, which allow growers to listen to the plants and make adjustments. When a grower learns to speak the language of a particular strain, cannabis flower cultivation reaches peak form.

This roasted hummus is perfect for when you need a discreetly-dosed snack or an intriguing charcuterie centerpiece.

Salty, fatty bacon pairs neatly with nourishing veggies and delivers a surprising depth to what was almost a basic THC-infused jam spread.

If you’re a fan of sweet and fruity strains, then Cherry Garcia might be the one for you! This strain is known for its relaxing effects, which make it great for unwinding after a long day.

Get the scoop on all cannabis-related questions from Arkansas’ expert advice columnist, Ethel Mertz.

Your contemporary Ethel Mertz from “I Love Lucy.” Ethel will be your friend, your confidante, and a guide for all your cannabis-related questions.