Budist Blog

Welcome to the Budist Blog, where we share stories that foster cannabis connoisseurship, spotlight standout producers, and highlight Budist events and company updates. Explore articles that help deepen product appreciation and celebrate the people, products, and culture shaping the future of cannabis.

California Cannabis Awards 2026 Winners

Jul 1, 2026

The results are in! After weeks of rigorous evaluation, we’re proud to announce the Gold, Silver, and Bronze medalists of the 2026…

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Inside the California Cannabis Awards Judging Process

Jun 30, 2026

On Wednesday, the winners of the 2026 California Cannabis Awards will be announced. For the brands…

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Event Recap: Garcia Hand Picked Tour

Jun 30, 2026

Garcia Hand Picked returned to California this summer with a four-city Homecoming Tour that brought together music, legacy cultivation…

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Event Recap: Ignite It Capital Conference

Jun 23, 2026

Last week, nearly 2,000 investors, operators, executives, founders, and service providers gathered at the Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile for the…

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Budist Newsletter: Events, Awards & Harvest Report

Jun 4, 2026

One of the biggest challenges facing cannabis today is that many of the qualities that make a product truly exceptional rarely become…

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2025 California Cannabis Harvest Report: Santa Cruz County

May 15, 2026

This is part 8/8 of the 2025 California Cannabis Harvest Report by Budist.

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2025 California Cannabis Harvest Report: Nevada County

May 15, 2026

This is part 7/8 of the 2025 California Cannabis Harvest Report by Budist.

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2025 California Cannabis Harvest Report: Sonoma County

May 15, 2026

This is part 6/8 of the 2025 California Cannabis Harvest Report by Budist.

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2025 California Cannabis Harvest Report: Lake County

May 15, 2026

This is part 5/8 of the 2025 California Cannabis Harvest Report by Budist.

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