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== Trimming ==
Trimming is the process of removing fan leaves and [[Anatomy_of_Cannabis#Sugar_leaves|sugar leaves]] from the buds of the plant. Trimming before drying is referred to as a wet trim and after drying is referred to as a dry trim. Leaves removed from the buds during trimming can be used to make edibles.
== Drying ==
Buds are generally hung to dry in a warm dry location after trimming. The [[Temperature_and_Humidity|temperature and humidity]] of the drying space will affect how long the buds take to dry. In the process of drying biological processes continue inside of the buds and complex carbohydrates and chlorophyll
Note: It is not recommended to smoke under-dried weed as it can induce a headache.
=== Drying setup examples ===▼
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== Curing == ▼
Curing is an essential part of producing marijuana that is smooth to smoke and has a strong terpene expression. The quality of the bud can continue to improve for up to 2 months '''or''' until the moisture content of the bud becomes too low. If buds are stored below ~55% RH they will very quickly lose the moisture content required for curing. In order to produce the highest quality buds the curing time should be extended for as long as possible.
Once buds are dried they should be stored in an air-tight container preferably glass and "burped" (left open for 15 minutes) every day for a week or two, and then burped approximately once a week.
▲=== Drying setup examples ===
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The ideal humidity for curing is between 60-65% RH.
▲== Curing ==
▲Once buds are dried they should be stored in an air-tight container preferably glass and "burped" (left open for 15 minutes) every day for a week or two, and then burped approximately once a week. The key objective of curing the buds is to slowly lower their moisture content for as long as possible. Inside of a jar, the moisture content of the buds can be measured by using a hygrometer. Curing should take place between 70-55% RH.
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