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Frequently Asked Questions | Akira Botanicals

Questions About Hemp Products? Start Here.

Choosing hemp wellness products can feel confusing - especially in an industry filled with unclear sourcing and inconsistent standards.
Below are answers to the most common questions customers ask when learning about Akira Botanicals, our products, and how we operate as a farm-direct company.

CBD & CANNABINOID BASICS

Ans: CBD (cannabidiol) is a naturally occurring cannabinoid found in hemp. It is non-intoxicating and is commonly used for balance, relaxation, and general wellness without producing a “high.”

Ans: CBD oil is a hemp extract combined with a carrier oil, such as MCT oil, to allow easy absorption. Akira Botanicals produces full-spectrum oils that retain cannabinoids and terpenes from the original plant.

Ans: These are naturally occurring hemp compounds with distinct properties.

• CBG is often associated with clarity and focus

• CBN is commonly used for nighttime support

• THCV is known for energizing, clear-headed effects

• CBDV is being studied for neurological and balance support
Akira Botanicals specializes in oils that combine these cannabinoids for specific use cases.

Terpenes are aromatic compounds that influence flavor, aroma, and how cannabinoids interact in the body. Preserving terpenes results in more complete and noticeable effects.

The entourage effect refers to cannabinoids and terpenes working together rather than in isolation. Full-spectrum products often provide broader, more balanced effects than single-compound extracts.

HEMP FLOWER & CULTIVATION

Ans: Hemp flower is the harvested bud of the hemp plant. It contains cannabinoids and terpenes in their natural ratios and is the least processed form of hemp.

Ans: Hemp flower contains less than 0.3% Δ9 THC by dry weight and is federally compliant. Effects are typically mild and may include relaxation or clarity rather than intoxication.

Ans: Akira Botanicals grows hemp organically using living soil, hard pruning, and trellising to maximize airflow and sunlight. No pesticides, synthetic fertilizers, or shortcuts are used.

Ans: Strong aroma indicates high terpene content. Akira Botanicals’ Appalachian microclimate and slow drying process help preserve terpene expression.

Ans: Slow drying at controlled temperature and humidity preserves terpenes and cannabinoids. This results in smoother flavor, better aroma, and more effective flower.

LIVE RESIN & CONCENTRATES

Ans: Live resin is an extract made from fresh-frozen hemp flower harvested at peak ripeness. Freezing immediately after harvest preserves terpene content and plant chemistry.

Ans: Distillate is highly refined and often stripped of natural compounds. Live resin maintains cannabinoids and terpenes together, creating a fuller, more plant-accurate experience.

Ans: No. Many products labeled “live resin” are distillates with added terpenes. Akira Botanicals produces true live resin with no synthetic additives.

Ans: Live resin supports the entourage effect, allowing cannabinoids and terpenes to work together rather than separately.

Ans: Yes. Akira Botanicals has won Cannabis Cup awards for both hemp flower and live resin, recognizing quality, terpene profile, and craftsmanship.

OILS, SALVES & TOPICALS

Ans: Subcritical CO₂ extraction uses lower temperature and pressure to gently extract cannabinoids and terpenes without harsh solvents, preserving plant integrity.

Ans: No. Akira Botanicals oils are hemp-derived, federally compliant, and non-intoxicating.

Ans: A salve is a topical product applied to the skin for localized support. It does not enter the bloodstream in a way that causes psychoactive effects.

Ans: No. Topical salves are non-intoxicating and are commonly used for muscles, joints, and localized discomfort.

Ans: Salves can be applied multiple times per day as needed. Start with a small amount and reapply based on comfort.

QUALITY, TESTING & TRUST

Ans: Yes. Every batch is third-party tested for potency, purity, and compliance. Lab results are available to customers.

Ans: Natural variation occurs because Akira Botanicals works with real plants, not synthetic formulas. Changes in season and genetics can affect color and flavor.

Ans: Farm-direct means Akira Botanicals grows, harvests, and processes its own hemp instead of sourcing bulk material from unknown suppliers.

Many customers find Akira Botanicals after being disappointed by mass-produced hemp products. By focusing on farm-direct cultivation, cannabinoid-specific formulations, and small-batch processing, Akira provides clarity in an industry that often feels confusing.

A Common Experience We Hear

Many customers tell us they found Akira Botanicals after feeling uncertain about hemp products they had tried elsewhere. Unclear sourcing, inconsistent quality, and vague labeling left them unsure of what they were actually buying.

Finding a farm-direct company changed how they viewed the industry. Knowing where the hemp was grown, how products were made, and seeing lab results upfront helped restore confidence – not just in the products, but in the process behind them.

That transparency is why Akira Botanicals exists. For many, learning about cannabinoid diversity and farm-direct sourcing is what finally made the industry make sense.

Still Have Questions?

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