{"id":68586,"date":"2025-09-12T11:26:54","date_gmt":"2025-09-12T10:26:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.herbadiberna.ch\/?p=68586"},"modified":"2025-11-25T11:55:53","modified_gmt":"2025-11-25T10:55:53","slug":"cbd-oil-for-dogs-effects-use-legal-information-from-switzerland-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.herbadiberna.ch\/en\/blog\/cbd-oil-for-dogs-effects-use-legal-information-from-switzerland-3\/","title":{"rendered":"Harvesting cannabis &#8211; the right time for a high-quality harvest"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Harvesting cannabis<\/strong> &#8211; anyone who grows CBD-rich hemp or indoor cannabis for flower production knows that the <strong>harvest phase is crucial<\/strong> for quality, aroma and active ingredient content. But when is the perfect time to harvest the plants? And what do you need to pay attention to when drying?  <\/p>\n\n<p>In this blog article, we explain <strong>when and how to harvest your cannabis plants correctly<\/strong>, which signs indicate the degree of ripeness and why patience is so important when drying &amp; fermenting &#8211; <strong>legally, factually and practically<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong>When is the right time to harvest cannabis?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>The best time to <strong>harvest cannabis<\/strong> depends heavily on the <strong>strain<\/strong>, the <strong>growing style<\/strong> (indoor or outdoor) and the desired <strong>end product<\/strong>. In general: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Outdoor harvest<\/strong> in Switzerland: end of September to mid-October<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Indoor harvest<\/strong>: approx. 8-10 weeks after initiation of the flowering phase<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>But much more important than the calendar are the <strong>trichomes<\/strong> &#8211; tiny resin crystals on the flowers. They give a clear indication of the optimum harvest time. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.herbadiberna.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/Trichome-Ernte-dein-gras-richtiig.jpg\" alt=\"CBD cannabis is harvested by hand in Switzerland - for the highest quality\" class=\"wp-image-68658\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.herbadiberna.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/Trichome-Ernte-dein-gras-richtiig.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.herbadiberna.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/Trichome-Ernte-dein-gras-richtiig-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.herbadiberna.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/Trichome-Ernte-dein-gras-richtiig-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.herbadiberna.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/Trichome-Ernte-dein-gras-richtiig-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.herbadiberna.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/Trichome-Ernte-dein-gras-richtiig-324x324.jpg 324w, https:\/\/www.herbadiberna.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/Trichome-Ernte-dein-gras-richtiig-416x416.jpg 416w, https:\/\/www.herbadiberna.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/Trichome-Ernte-dein-gras-richtiig-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Harvesting cannabis &#8211; <strong><strong><strong>Observing trichomes &#8211; the key to optimal maturity<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p>The color and consistency of the trichomes show you the best moment for harvesting:<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Trichome color<\/th><th>Meaning<\/th><th>Recommendation<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Clear<\/td><td>Plant is immature<\/td><td>Still waiting<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Milky-cloudy<\/td><td>Peak active ingredient content<\/td><td>Optimal for the harvest<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Amber colored<\/td><td>Beginning degradation of cannabinoids<\/td><td>Milder end product<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n<p>\ud83d\udd0d <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Use a <strong>40x to 60x magnifying glass<\/strong> to assess the trichomes.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong>Signs of maturity in CBD hemp<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p>In addition to the trichomes, the following visual characteristics will help you:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pistils<\/strong> (hair structures) change color from white to orange\/brown<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flowers feel more compact and harder<\/strong> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Leaves turn yellow<\/strong> easily &#8211; the plant concentrates on flowering<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The smell becomes more intense<\/strong> and typical of the variety<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong><strong>How is cannabis harvested correctly?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.herbadiberna.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/cannabis-ernten-trichom-farben-infografik-1.jpg\" alt=\"Macro image of ripe cannabis trichomes - recognizing the ideal time for harvesting\" class=\"wp-image-68662\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.herbadiberna.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/cannabis-ernten-trichom-farben-infografik-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.herbadiberna.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/cannabis-ernten-trichom-farben-infografik-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.herbadiberna.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/cannabis-ernten-trichom-farben-infografik-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.herbadiberna.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/cannabis-ernten-trichom-farben-infografik-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.herbadiberna.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/cannabis-ernten-trichom-farben-infografik-1-324x324.jpg 324w, https:\/\/www.herbadiberna.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/cannabis-ernten-trichom-farben-infografik-1-416x416.jpg 416w, https:\/\/www.herbadiberna.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/cannabis-ernten-trichom-farben-infografik-1-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Ideally, they should be harvested by hand to preserve <strong>the flower structure and trichomes<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cut off the main shoots<\/strong> (preferably with clean shears)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Remove leaves<\/strong> &#8211; either immediately after cutting (wet trimming) or after drying (dry trimming)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hang up flowers or lay them out on drying nets<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Storage conditions<\/strong>: 18-21 \u00b0C room temperature, 50-60 % humidity, no direct sunlight<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong><strong>Drying &amp; fermentation &#8211; the underestimated quality step<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Drying:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Duration: 5-10 days<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Goal: &#8220;Crack&#8221; flower stems while bending<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Important: good air circulation, no light, no high humidity to avoid mold.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Fermentation (curing):<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fill the flowers into airtight jars (e.g. preserving jars)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open jars briefly every day (&#8220;burp&#8221;)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Duration<\/strong>: ideally 2-6 weeks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>\ud83d\udce6 This step refines the aroma, breaks down chlorophyll and makes the flowers last longer.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong>Harvesting cannabis in Switzerland &#8211; What is allowed?<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p>In Switzerland, the cultivation of <strong>hemp with less than 1 % THC<\/strong> is generally legal if:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <strong>variety<\/strong> is <strong>approved<\/strong> (e.g. in the EU variety catalog)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cultivation <strong>not for THC extraction<\/strong> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Processing in accordance with legal requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The end product is correctly declared (e.g. as a flavored product or cosmetic)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>For fertilizer, soil and organic substrates, we recommend our selection under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.herbadiberna.ch\/en\/cbd-cultivation\/\">Buy fertilizer &amp; soil<\/a><\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Harvesting cannabis &#8211; Conclusion: patience and precision pay off<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p>The right timing when <strong>harvesting cannabis<\/strong> is crucial for aroma, effect and quality. Those who observe trichomes, work cleanly and do not skip fermentation will be rewarded with a high-quality end product &#8211; produced legally and sustainably. <\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h2 id=\"at-685850\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\"><strong>Cannabis ernten FAQ\u2753 <\/strong><\/h2><div id=\"ac-685850\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h3 id=\"at-685851\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Wann ist die beste Tageszeit zum Ernten?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3><div id=\"ac-685851\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>Early in the morning &#8211; this is when the terpenes are most concentrated and the plant is rested.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h3 id=\"at-685852\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Muss ich meine Bl\u00fcten fermentieren?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3><div id=\"ac-685852\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>Yes &#8211; fermentation improves flavor, shelf life and reduces the scratchiness when consumed.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h3 id=\"at-685853\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\"><strong><strong><strong>Wie erkenne ich \u00dcberreife bei Cannabispflanzen?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3><div id=\"ac-685853\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>When trichomes are amber-colored, the aroma becomes flat and the effect weaker &#8211; better sooner than too late.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h3 id=\"at-685854\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Was ist besser \u2013 nass oder trocken trimmen?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3><div id=\"ac-685854\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>Wet trimming saves time, dry trimming preserves more aromas. Both methods are common. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h3 id=\"at-685855\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\"><strong><strong><strong><strong>Was tun bei Schimmel?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3><div id=\"ac-685855\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>Remove immediately. Mold is hazardous to health and can spread. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h3 id=\"at-685856\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\"><strong>Was passiert, wenn ich zu fr\u00fch ernte?<\/strong><\/h3><div id=\"ac-685856\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>The effect is weaker, the terpene profile underdeveloped &#8211; you are wasting potential.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sources &amp; studies &#8211; Harvesting cannabis<\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Trichome colors as an indicator of ripeness<\/strong><br\/>A scientific article clearly shows that trichomes typically develop from clear \u2192 milky \u2192 amber &#8211; indicating the best time to harvest.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.phcogres.com\/sites\/default\/files\/PharmacognRes-15-1-94_0.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">phcogres.com<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Drying &amp; curing<\/strong><br\/>According to <em>Leafly<\/em>, curing (fermentation) imparts flavour and quality to the flowers &#8211; optimally after just 2-4 weeks.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.leafly.com\/learn\/growing\/harvesting-marijuana\/drying-curing-cannabis?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Leafly<\/a><br\/>A <em>High Times source<\/em> emphasizes that slow drying and curing is crucial for flavour and shelf life.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/hightimes.com\/grow\/from-the-archives-drying-curing-trimming-2022\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">High Times<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Harvest time influences effect &amp; aroma<\/strong><br\/>Studies and expert reports show that early harvests lead to a weaker effect, while later harvests strengthen the aroma &#8211; but also carry risks.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.leafly.com\/news\/growing\/when-is-your-cannabis-in-season-factors-that-influence-growing-ha?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">FloraFlexLeafly<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Swiss legal situation for hemp cultivation below 1 % THC<\/strong><br\/>According to the Swiss <strong>FOAG<\/strong>, industrial hemp with less than 1 % THC is not a narcotic and can be cultivated freely.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.blw.admin.ch\/de\/hanf?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">blw.admin.ch<\/a><br\/>According to <em>Addiction Switzerland<\/em>, products with less than 1 % THC are legal &#8211; as long as they are not declared as narcotics.<br\/> Addiction<a href=\"https:\/\/www.suchtschweiz.ch\/zahlen-und-fakten\/cannabis\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Switzerland<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Focus on aroma &amp; stability through curing<\/strong><br\/><em>Kindled Grow Lights<\/em> describes curing as an essential process for optimum shelf life and aroma development.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kindledgrowlights.com\/blogs\/news\/cannabis-curing?srsltid=AfmBOopK29Nfr-RXOaJlO2WxThssUtyvduehqgyjpggLIizT_p94ua_O&amp;utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kind LED Grow Lights<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Harvesting cannabis &#8211; anyone who grows CBD-rich hemp or indoor cannabis for flower production knows that the harvest phase is crucial for quality, aroma and active ingredient content. But when is the perfect time to harvest the plants? And what do you need to pay attention to when drying? 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