olya’s essentials: farm to city

dreamer. panda in spirit. her kit keeps her grounded between the catskills and new york city.

for olya, cannabis was never just a plant — it was a dream. growing up in ukraine, she always imagined what it would be like to be part of the legal cannabis world. today, that dream is alive in the catskills, where she co-founded smoking panda farm — a place where crisp mountain air, patience, and low-impact cultivation shape every strain they grow.

born in the catskills of new york, smoking panda farm is the result of years of research and hands-on work. olya carefully selected ten signature strains tailored to her hillside microclimate, each one nurtured with care until its flavor, aroma, and effects fully mature. it’s farming rooted in patience and respect for nature, allowing the plant to tell its story in full.

“farming isn’t just work,” olya says. “it’s patience, love, and trust in nature.” she sees each harvest as proof that dreams can grow real with time, care, and vision. by the end of this year, smoking panda will proudly share its first harvest with the world.

but olya’s story doesn’t just live in the mountains. she calls new york home, too — where she’s always moving with her dog by her side. whether she’s walking city streets, connecting with the local cannabis community, or heading back upstate to the farm, her life is a balance between the pulse of the city and the rhythm of the land.

her everyday carry reflects that balance — wellness, play, and ritual in equal measure.

in her bag:
✨ a hai. pineapple fizz aio — her go-to for bright energy and clean focus, perfect for a long farm day or a city reset.
✨ a smoking panda farm sticker — a little emblem of her biggest dream, tucked into every bag and notebook.
✨ a panda-themed water bottle — playful, personal, and a daily reminder not to take life too seriously.
✨ rolling papers — because the simplest rituals often matter the most.
✨ a leash + travel bowl for her dog — essentials for her four-legged companion, who’s part of every step of her journey.
✨ hai. pineapple fizz soap — daily care that ties back to her values: clean inputs, clean energy, no compromise.

for olya, these items aren’t just things — they’re touchstones of her life, her work, and her vision.

“i always dreamed of being part of cannabis,” she says. “now, i get to share not just flower, but a way of living — rooted in patience, grounded in care, and full of joy.”

with hai. and smoking panda farm, olya is helping shape the future of new york cannabis: intentional, sustainable, and always true to the plant.