e n o r d Mc dawn'sMa WRITTEN BY: MC DAWN
MADRONE: A COMMUNITY OF CANNABIS FARMERS
On the Mendocino coast in California, as you drive along Highway 1, you can smell the aroma of the forest that grows along the coast and blends perfectly with the ocean air. The Madrone farming community resides in Mendocino County. Cannabis artisans provide a streamlined approach to crafting cannabis by joining forces. From the soil to the harvest, they work synergistically together as growers. The farmers of Madrone aim to connect with others with heart and quality as well as to provide high-quality cannabis. Some of the most fertile land in Northern California is used to grow some of the best cannabis in the state. It is so easy to talk about just their fine craft cannabis, but Madrone has much more to offer than just cannabis; there is heart and compassion in this community.
In 2021, Madrone launched Food for Fam Can Drive. As a result of the partnership with vendors and Casa Flor, they collected over a ton of food cans and distributed them to people in their communities. Ten cans for one gram of cannabis. The program was a remarkable success. Madrone, their vendors, and Casa Flor deserve our respect. That is where compassion comes into play. This is an enlightening and inspiring story of giving hearts on the part of legacy farms and growers. Madrone's farmers learned through experience that working together was better than working individually. Using their combined strengths, farmers were able to get their products to market and avoid some of the mistakes others have made. Agricultural cannabis production is not for the faint of heart. It is difficult for farmers to pay licensing fees, and taxes, and make a profit. Trying to compete in today's market can be extremely difficult for small farmers. Since the price of cannabis per pound has dropped over the past year, breaking even is not enough. It is the popularity of the cannabis varieties (Strawberry Cough, Gelatti, Apple Fritter, Slurricane) that drive the retail cannabis market. Due to the mega-retail markets and reduced profit margins, several farms have gone under. According to Nat Buttrick, CEO, and cofounder of Madrone, "You don't have to belong to a group to achieve success, Some people just need a little boost to stand on their own." Working together is what it is all about. It has ebbed and flowed through the years to where it is today. Growing high-quality cannabis with a community-based approach. Nat and the team at Madrone are always trying to find the bright side of any situation. Their antics on Instagram make people laugh, as does the fun of working together. When it comes to "soil to the soul", Madrone hits the mark every time. You cannot go wrong with any of the farm brands from this gorgeous region. This divine plant is evident in every jar by its rich aroma, its smooth flavor palette, and the benefits it offers. That is Madrone Grown. thechronicmagazine.com
JUNE 2022
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