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Craft vs Commercial Cannabis: Production Scale Is Only One Clue

Craft and commercial are often treated like quality grades.

They are better understood as broad descriptions of production scale and approach.

Craft Cannabis

Craft often suggests:

The word is broad.

It should not automatically be treated as a specific licence class unless that is actually confirmed for the producer.

  • smaller-scale production;
  • closer batch attention;
  • hands-on cultivation;
  • producer branding centred on growing detail.

Commercial Cannabis

Commercial generally suggests larger-scale production and distribution.

Larger operations may emphasize:

  • standardization;
  • repeatability;
  • process control;
  • consistency.

Small Does Not Automatically Mean Better

A small producer can make excellent flower.

A small producer can also make an inconsistent batch.

A larger producer can make ordinary flower.

A larger producer can also make carefully finished, consistent flower.

Craft Is Not the Same as Exotic or Premium

Craft describes production context.

Exotic and Premium describe retail positioning.

They can overlap.

They are not synonyms.

Compare the Actual Product

Adults may compare:

  • producer;
  • cultivar;
  • THC/CBD;
  • aroma information where provided;
  • trim;
  • structure;
  • visible trichomes;
  • freshness.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does craft cannabis always mean a micro licence?

No.

Is commercial cannabis automatically lower quality?

No.

Is craft the same as Premium or Exotic Weed?

No.

What should adults compare besides producer size?

Use actual product information and flower characteristics.

Can large producers make consistent cannabis?

Yes.