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Curing Protocol SOP

The cure transforms good weed into great weed. This is where hay smell disappears, terps develop, and smoothness is built. Takes 2-8 weeks. Don't skip it.

💡 Target jar humidity: 58-62% RH. A mini hygrometer in each jar ($3-5 each) is the best investment for curing. Without one, you're guessing.

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Jar Setup (Day 1)
Transition from dry to cure
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Trimmed buds in mason jars — ¾ full, loosely packed
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Mini hygrometer in each jar — or at least your main jar
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Boveda 62% pack in each jar (optional but highly recommended)
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Label each jar: strain, harvest date, jar date
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Close lid, wait 4-12 hours, then check hygrometer reading

First reading matters: After 12hrs sealed, if humidity reads above 70% → buds aren't dry enough, take them back out for 12-24hrs. Above 65% → leave lid off for 2-4hrs. 58-62% → perfect, start burping schedule. Below 55% → over-dried, Boveda may save it.

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Week 1: Daily Burping
Burp every day for 15-30 min
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Day 1: Open jars for 15-30 min. Gently shake/rotate buds. Close.
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Day 2: Open, shake, sniff. Should smell fresh, not ammonia. Close.
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Day 3: Open, shake. Humidity should be stabilizing around 60-62%.
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Day 4: Open, shake. Buds should feel slightly springy, not wet or crispy.
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Day 5: Open, shake. Hay smell should be fading, terps emerging.
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Day 6: Open, shake. Check for any signs of mold (white fuzz on buds).
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Day 7: Open, shake. If RH stable at 58-62%, move to Phase 2.

⚠️ AMMONIA SMELL = DANGER. If you open a jar and it smells like ammonia, buds are too wet and anaerobic bacteria are growing. Take buds out immediately, spread on paper, dry for 12-24hrs, and re-jar.

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Weeks 2-3: Every Other Day
Reducing burp frequency
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Burp every other day for 10-15 min
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Humidity should hold at 58-62% between burps
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Smell improving — strain-specific terpenes becoming more pronounced
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Smoke test a small sample — should be smoother than week 1
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Weeks 4-8: Weekly / Long Cure
Where the magic happens
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Burp once a week for 5-10 min — or just leave sealed with Boveda
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4-week cure: minimum for quality smoke. Most improvement happens here.
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6-8 week cure: premium level. Terpenes fully developed, smoke is silky.
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Store in cool, dark place — no direct sunlight, 60-70°F ideal

💡 The longer you cure (up to 6 months), the smoother and more complex the flavor. Some strains peak at 3-4 months. Patience pays.

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Troubleshooting
Common cure problems & fixes
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Hay smell won't go away? Keep curing — it takes 2-4 weeks for chlorophyll to fully break down. Patience.
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Buds too dry (below 55%)? Add Boveda 62% pack. Or put a small piece of tortilla in jar for 2hrs (seriously).
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Buds too wet (above 65%)? Leave lid off for 2-4hrs, then reseal and check again.
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Found mold? Remove affected buds immediately. Check every jar. If widespread, entire harvest may be compromised.
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Harsh smoke? Not cured long enough. Give it 2 more weeks. Harsh smoke = chlorophyll hasn't broken down yet.

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