Indoor Drying: The Secret to Freshness
Around 95% of the world’s kratom comes from Borneo, where it’s carefully harvested from areas like the banks of the Kapuas River. After being collected, the leaves go through several key steps: they’re dried, the stems are removed, and finally, they’re ground into a fine powder. Once processed, the kratom is ready for shipment to international markets.
I had the opportunity to explore the kratom production process firsthand with DSB Kratom, an Indonesian company. Irvan and Indra were kind enough to show me around their operation, providing a deeper understanding of how kratom is grown and prepared.
Producing high-quality kratom involves many factors—soil composition, drying methods, and how the product is stored and shipped, to name just a few. In fact, identifying premium kratom is a lot like distinguishing a fine wine. An expert can often pinpoint the exact region where the grapes were grown based purely on taste. Similarly, recognizing the quality of kratom often requires a trained eye, which most people may not possess.
At Kratom Park, we take this research seriously. We’ve done the legwork and selected the best vendors from all corners of the globe. While Borneo still dominates global kratom production, the landscape is shifting. As governments around the world become more open to rational kratom legislation and global demand continues to rise, we’re seeing kratom being cultivated in new regions across the world.
From Borneo to You
The process of drying and removing the stems from kratom is a labor-intensive task typically carried out by the Winnowing Ladies. This meticulous process is essential, especially when large quantities of kratom are being shipped overseas by boat. Once the stems are removed and the leaves are properly dried, the kratom is ground into a fine powder, ensuring maximum efficiency for shipping.
At The Kratom Park, we connect you with vendors from Indonesia, and in some cases, you have the opportunity to order directly from the farm itself. This approach eliminates many of the middlemen, allowing you to receive kratom straight from the source. However, working with these direct vendors does come with its own set of challenges. These farms tend to be smaller operations compared to the larger American vendors, so they may not be as busy or as streamlined. The upside, however, is that you’ll often find it much easier to build a direct relationship with the individuals who actually harvest the kratom from the plants, providing a more personal connection to the source of your product.
Featured Kratom Vendors
Crips Kratom
CrispKratom is a Florida-based American company that was among the first to publish alkaloid lab results for all of their products. This commitment to transparency is setting a new standard for the kratom industry, where trust and accountability are increasingly vital for finding reliable suppliers.
Specializing in premium-quality kratom, Crisp's transparency in detailing the exact alkaloid content on each package has helped them build a stellar reputation within the kratom community. Their dedication to quality and openness has made them one of the most respected names in the industry.
O.G. Kratom
O.G. Kratom is a kratom vendor based in Bangkok, known for its unique approach to the industry. Recently, they opened the first-ever kratom-only coffee shop in downtown Bangkok, offering a fresh, local experience for kratom enthusiasts. O.G. Kratom sources its product from Pathum Thani, a region just north of the city, known for producing some of the freshest and sweetest kratom available.
Their signature kratom cola has become a standout, earning praise as the best-tasting kratom beverage we've ever tried. The kratom from northern Thailand is particularly renowned for its natural sweetness, which sets it apart from the more commonly found varieties in Indonesia. This natural sweetness makes northern Thai kratom an ideal choice for crafting delicious drinks, providing a smoother, more enjoyable taste.
MitraMan
MitraMan has established a name for themselves through transparency. One of the first to organize their kratom strains and lab results in a clear and easy to read fashion.
They have proven extremely responsive to anyone that desires to learn more about kratom strains and grow a deeper understanding of whats going on in the kratom industry.
Crips Kratom
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