Budist Blog

Welcome to the Budist Blog, where we feature articles that foster cannabis connoisseurship, spotlight standout farmers and makers, and share highlights from Budist events and company updates. Explore stories that celebrate quality, craftsmanship, and the culture shaping the future of cannabis.

Featured Brand: Happie

Jul 23, 2025

Happie isn’t just a brand; it’s a mission to bring plant medicine into the light and make it accessible for anyone who needs it. It started modestly enough…

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Budist Newsletter: Higher Standards

Jul 18, 2025

Last weekend Budist returned to the California State Fair Cannabis Awards as the official judging partner for the second year…

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Event Recap: 2025 California State Fair

Jul 16, 2025

Founded in 1854 as part of the mission to introduce the newly minted state of California’s bounty to the rest of the Country…

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California Cannabis Awards 2025 Medalists

Jun 24, 2025

The results are in! After weeks of rigorous evaluation, we’re proud to announce the Gold, Silver, and Bronze medalists of the 2025…

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Budist Newsletter: The Power Of Community

Jun 5, 2025

If there’s one word that continues to shape the journey of cannabis, it’s community. And right now, it’s more important than ever…

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Event Recap: Farmers Cup Awards Sesh

Jun 3, 2025

Across California, cannabis competitions play a vital role in recognizing excellence and cultivating a culture of…

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Featured Brand: Khalifa Kush

May 14, 2025

Wiz Khalifa isn’t just a rapper who smokes weed. He’s the rapper who smokes weed. And he turned that into one of the most successful…

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Budist Newsletter: The New Face of Cannabis

May 9, 2025

This past month marked a powerful moment for Budist and the broader cannabis connoisseurship movement. In a CBS News…

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Event Recap: Hash Nouveau

May 6, 2025

As cannabis inches closer to cultural legitimacy, we’re watching something deeper emerge: a desire not just to consume, but to connect.

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