Biomass
Category: Industry & Business · Level: Intermediate
Cannabis biomass refers to the bulk harvested plant material, including stems, leaves, and small buds, used primarily as feedstock for extraction.
In industrial cannabis and hemp production, biomass refers to the total harvested plant material excluding the primary market-grade flower. Biomass typically includes stems, fan leaves, sugar leaves, and small or lower-quality buds. Hemp biomass is the primary feedstock for industrial CBD extraction operations. Biomass quality is assessed by total cannabinoid content (typically expressed as % CBD for hemp), moisture content, and absence of contaminants. Biomass is traded as a bulk commodity in hemp and cannabis markets. Biomass price indices have become important market indicators in the hemp supply chain, referenced by producers, extractors, and buyers.
Also known as
Cannabis biomass, Hemp biomass, Plant material
Usage
- Industrial
Related terms
- Licensed Producer — A licensed producer is a company or individual authorized by a government regulatory body to cultivate, process, and distribute cannabis.
- Hemp — Hemp refers to Cannabis sativa L. varieties cultivated for industrial, nutritional, and CBD purposes, legally defined by low THC content (typically below 0.3%).
- Extraction — Cannabis extraction is the process of isolating cannabinoids, terpenes, and other compounds from plant material using solvents or mechanical methods.
- CBD — Cannabidiol (CBD) is a non-psychoactive cannabinoid found in cannabis and hemp, widely used in medical research and consumer wellness products.
- Trim — Trim refers to the leaf and small bud material removed from cannabis flower during the manicuring process, often used for extracts or edibles.
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