Kratom Information

Austin Organic Village has gone GMP compliant and become a GMP certified vendor. We are now one of 26 American Kratom Association Qualified Vendors. AOV has taken the steps to be in compliance with standards being set for vendors. Being certified helps vendors and consumers stay protected during the continued fight to keep kratom legal … Read more

What is Kratom Tolerance? Tolerance occurs when the body grows accustomed to the presence of a compound and it begins to require more of that compound to achieve the same results.  Thus, high tolerance means more has to be consumed and low tolerance means less has to be consumed. It is possible to build a … Read more

Kratom Toss and Wash Toss and Wash So many kratom consumers use the toss and wash method in order to consume their product. What is toss and wash? During toss and wash, the consumer will take a spoonful of kratom powder and place it in their mouth, then follow with a flush of liquid, or … Read more

Kratom Single Strains Single strains generally come labeled with a color and a region, or a color and a name like super, maeng da, or elephant. Single strains generally have differing effects and are versatile. For instance white Thai is generally considered full of energy, as are most whites, while consumers find reds the polar … Read more

What is Plain Leaf Kratom? Plain leaf kratom is not an entirely accurate title. It sounds like whole leaves of kratom, but actually refers to powdered kratom. Powdered kratom is generally labeled in veins and strains. Plain leaf kratom is the most commonly consumed type in the United States and the easiest to find. It … Read more

    Growing a Kratom Plant? There’s a lot that goes into growing a kratom plant. It’s important to decide questions such as whether you want to grow from seeds or a clone, which strain you want to grow, and more. Kratom seeds can be expensive, and knowing the difference between the seed pod and the … Read more

A Kratom Capsule Introduction Capsules may seem overwhelming at first, but they really are pretty easy. They actually simplify the kratom (and even herb) experience. There are two types of capsules, vegetable capsules, and gelatin capsules. Most people find the veggie caps dissolve easier and are less harsh on the stomach, but some people like … Read more

Is Kratom Storage Important? Storage is very important. If you don’t store your kratom properly, you’ll end up with extreme quality issues. Improper storage, oxidation, and UV light exposure can actually change the makeup of your kratom. You may find it unbelievable, but the alkaloid mitragynine will actually turn into something else, making your kratom … Read more

What is Potentiate Kratom? Potentiating kratom means using an herb, fruit, or process to make a serving of kratom more effective. If you feel like you’re consuming too much or your usual serving size is less effective, then trying a natural way to potentiate your kratom might be the right move for you. There are … Read more

What is Kratom Extract? Extracts are basically kratom powder cooked down into either a condensed tea, a resin, or crystal powder. Making extract is not an easy process. It’s easy to mess it up; you can get it too hot, not dry it down enough, fail to protect it properly with preservatives. You can waste … Read more