How often have you completed an after-purchase survey and returned to find your suggestion was taken seriously? Yeah, us too. Or how about that time you expressed a need for something in your local store, only to receive an annoyed smile from the salesperson, who promised to “inform the manager”? Similar to a lone sock lost in the dryer, most customer suggestions vanish without a trace. So imagine our surprise when Co-Founders Jay Okeefe and Aaron Argueta informed us that Bailey’s CBD For Pets’ new No More Itchies Probiotic Dog Chews and Calming CBD Cat Chews are the direct result of customer surveys and feedback from their retail partners, including Reginald Wise from The Sun Spot CBD in San Francisco. “Reginald has been a pivotal ally in catering to the specific needs of pet owners, highlighting the growing demand for specialized cat products. This feedback directly influenced our decision to launch the Calming CBD Cat Chews, which are designed to meet the nuanced needs of feline companions… The feedback from our retail partners has been instrumental in shaping our approach to product development. There's been a persistent demand for cat-specific chews and non-CBD options, which we've now successfully addressed," says Argueta.

In 2016, Jane Garcia and her daughter and son-in-law, Eliza and Joao Pires, were convinced by a family friend to add Cannabis to their small, organic farm and landscaping company in Nevada County. Today Sanctuary Farms’ cannabis production encompasses a nursery with two outdoor cultivation sites at the original location and a mixed-light cultivation site in Mendocino County. It’s still a family affair, with Eliza’s brother and niece, Ramon and Makayla, rounding out the core team.

Eliza, Joao, and Makayla took some time out to talk to Best of SF about Sanctuary Farms and their place in the cannabis community.

In 2015, Ryan Clark planted the seed of Bosky Genetics. Seven years later he started cultivation, and in February of 2024, jars of flower hit San Francisco dispensary shelves. Clark and the team behind Bosky Genetics are dedicated to breeding and growing unique, proprietary genetics, ensuring each strain stands out for its quality and distinctiveness. Their commitment to "quality over quantity" underpins a philosophy that aims to celebrate life and ignite creativity through superior cannabis products.

Ready to take your 420 celebrations to the next level? Our curated list of CBD and hemp-derived goodies is here to help you find your bliss. From calming tinctures that’ll make your worries melt away to hemp-derived gummies that’ll have you grinning like a Cheshire cat, we’ve got the goodies to elevate your well-being.

Yes, yes, flower is still the number one cannabis product category in the US. But alternative consumption methods are coming on strong in 2024. Convenience is a factor in the rising interest, along with innovations in delivery. Vapes are now available with live resin or rosin. Some pre-rolls come infused with traditional hash or other solventless extracts for increased potency. Today’s edibles offer more consistent results compared to their earlier counterparts. Plus, now they come in so many different, tasty options. Not to mention the beverages. While still new, cannabis-infused drinks are quickly becoming popular beyond Dry January. But we didn’t forget the King of 420: the flower. Genetics are always evolving and farms are making great strides in cultivation. You can’t go wrong with the OG.

California is the top cannabis market by sales, and that means a lot of choice across all categories. We did the hard work for you and extracted the best for 420