Effect of Nitrogen Packaging on Cannabis Storage
Author Information
Author(s): MacLaughlin Luke L., MacDonald Mason T.
Primary Institution: Dalhousie University
Hypothesis
Does nitrogen-modified atmosphere packaging preserve high value compounds in cannabis during postharvest storage?
Conclusion
Nitrogen packaging did not significantly preserve total cannabinoids or terpenes, but it did influence specific compounds like CBG and THCV.
Supporting Evidence
- Nitrogen packaging did not change total cannabinoid levels during storage.
- Specific cannabinoids like CBG and THCV increased under nitrogen packaging.
- Total terpenoid levels remained unchanged, but individual terpenes showed varying responses.
Takeaway
This study looked at how storing cannabis in nitrogen packaging affects its quality. It found that while most compounds stayed the same, some important ones actually increased.
Methodology
The study used a randomized block design to compare cannabis stored in nitrogen packaging versus atmospheric conditions over different durations.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to small sample size and lack of initial measurements.
Limitations
The study did not measure high value compounds before storage, limiting the ability to assess preservation effectiveness from the start.
Participant Demographics
Five cannabis cultivars were used in the study.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.226
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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