Rick Simpson Oil (RSO) in Merced County: The Complete Guide by OilWell Cannabis

If you’re reading this from a farm in Livingston, a home in Atwater, or an apartment near UC Merced, you’re probably wondering whether Rick Simpson Oil is just another internet miracle story—or something that could actually help someone in Merced County dealing with real pain, real cancer treatment side effects, or the kind of chronic conditions that Central Valley life can grind into you. We get it. We started OilWell Cannabis not in a corporate boardroom, but in the aftermath of watching someone we loved—a dog named Bentley—get up and walk again after veterinarians told us to put him down. That was ten years ago in Houston. Today, we ship our formulas nationwide, including right here to Merced County, because we believe people everywhere deserve the same access to honest cannabinoid medicine that saved Bentley’s life.

This is not traditional RSO. This is something evolved—safer, more precise, and built for people who work with their hands, who drive tractors, who sit in classrooms, who care for aging parents, and who don’t have time for vague promises. If you’re in Merced County dealing with chemotherapy at Mercy Medical Center, chronic pain from years in the almond orchards, or PTSD from military service, this guide was written for you.

What RSO Really Is (And Why It Matters in Merced County)

Rick Simpson was never a doctor. He was a power engineer from Nova Scotia who got hurt on the job, had his head injury dismissed by the medical system, and eventually claimed cannabis oil removed his skin cancer. No independent doctor verified it. No biopsy confirmed it. But his story—shared through the 2005 documentary Run From The Cure—sparked a global movement. People in Merced County heard that story too, passed around in agricultural worker communities, veteran circles, and cancer support groups meeting at the Merced County Cancer Resource Center. The problem? Simpson’s original method used toxic naphtha solvent, destroyed all terpenes, and delivered 600-900mg of delta-9 THC daily—doses that have never been studied in controlled human trials and carry real risks.

Traditional RSO was crude, unstandardized, and potentially dangerous. Every batch was different. No lab testing. No consistency. For someone in Dos Palos managing opioid withdrawal or a farmer in Gustine with arthritis, that kind of variability isn’t just frustrating—it’s unsafe.

OilWell’s RSO: Built Different for Central Valley Life

Our formulas don’t hide behind mystery. We publish every milligram. Every cannabinoid. Every terpene. If you can’t afford $129.99 for our sublingual oil, you can source the ingredients yourself and make it. That’s not marketing—that’s the same ethos Rick Simpson had when he gave his oil away for free. We just modernized it for 2025.

The Formula That Saved Bentley (And Why It’s Relevant Here)

Bentley was paralyzed. Vets said euthanize. We made a CBD golden paste. He got up and brought us his ball. That moment taught us what Merced County families already know: when the system fails, you figure it out yourself. For ten years, Bentley lived to age twenty, and we developed formulas for every condition he faced—neurodegeneration (CBG), dementia (CBC), glaucoma (THC), arthritis (multi-pathway anti-inflammatory). Those same formulas now help veterans in Los Banos with PTSD, cancer patients in Merced navigating chemo side effects, and agricultural workers from Chowchilla to Livingston dealing with chronic back pain.

Here’s the exact recipe we used for Bentley—free for any Merced County pet owner who needs it:

CBD Golden Paste for Pets:

• 1/2 cup organic turmeric powder
• 1 cup water
• 1/3 cup unrefined organic coconut oil
• 1-2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper (for absorption)
• CBD oil (dosage based on pet size; consult a vet)

Mix turmeric and water, heat to thick paste. Add coconut oil and pepper. Cool, refrigerate up to two weeks. Mix with food. This is what got Bentley walking. If it can do that for a dying dog, imagine what the human formula can do.

Why We Publish Our Formulas (And Why Merced County Should Care)

Colin Valencia, our founder, said it best in his first ABC13 interview in 2019: “I’m not trying to sell people snake oil. I’m not trying to sell people hope. But there’s enough research out there that people just need to know and try and have the best possible version to base their opinions off of to give it a fair shot as to whether it’s right or wrong for them.”

That’s the opposite of how most cannabis companies operate. We believe a Merced County resident working double shifts at a dairy farm deserves the same transparency as a researcher at UC Merced. So here’s exactly what’s in our RSO Sublingual Oil:

We also include 5% live terpenes: limonene (citrus-bright, mood-lifting), myrcene (relaxation), caryophyllene (CB2 activation for inflammation), pinene (clarity), linalool (calm), humulene (earthy anti-inflammatory), terpinolene (piney complexity). These aren’t just for smell—they’re the same terpenes that protect plants in Merced County’s orchards from pests and stress.

How This Works for Real Merced County Lives

For the Agricultural Worker in Los Banos

Your back hurts from decades in the fields. You’ve taken ibuprofen until your stomach can’t handle it. Our raw THCa formula (Option 1—no heat) gives you anti-inflammatory relief without psychoactive effects. You can still operate equipment, drive home on Highway 33, and be present for your family. Use 0.3-0.5mL under the tongue in the morning. That’s 166-277mg of cannabinoids working through COX-2 and CB2 pathways, no high.

For the Veteran in Atwater

PTSD doesn’t clock out. The nightmares, the hypervigilance, the anxiety that makes a simple trip to the Raley’s feel overwhelming. Colin developed the vape formula specifically for this—breakthrough moments where you need relief in 1-2 minutes, not 45. Two puffs deliver immediate cannabinoid action. For nighttime, 1-2mL of the sublingual oil gives you 25-50mg of CBN, the dose shown in 2024 research to reduce sleep disturbance. This is what got Colin off Xanax cold turkey. It can help you too.

For the Cancer Patient in Merced

At Mercy Medical Center or the UC Merced Health Center, you’re dealing with chemo nausea that pharmaceutical antiemetics can’t touch. Our formula’s 6,000mg delta-8 THC is there for that—it’s why delta-8 is in the product. Take 0.5-1.0mL an hour before treatment. The CBG and CBC support neuroprotection and appetite. The CBN helps you sleep through the worst nights. This is not a replacement for your oncologist’s plan. It’s a support tool that thousands of cancer patients have used to make treatment bearable.

For the Teacher in Livingston

Anxiety, burnout, insomnia from worrying about your students and your own family. You need something that works without impairing your ability to teach. The raw THCa option is your friend. Take 0.25mL in the morning. Zero psychoactivity. Just the anti-anxiety effects of CBD (evidence in systematic reviews) and the mood-lifting potential of limonene. You’re functional, clear-headed, and able to show up for your classroom.

The Legal Reality in Merced County

California legalized recreational cannabis, but that doesn’t mean every product is legal everywhere. Here’s what matters for Merced County residents:

Our product is Farm Bill compliant. The entire 30mL bottle contains only 90mg of delta-9 THC—that’s 0.3% by weight, the federal legal limit. All cannabinoids are hemp-derived. We ship to California legally.

THCa is the game-changer. At point of sale, THCa is not delta-9 THC. It’s legal. When you decarboxylate it at home (260°F for 45-60 minutes), it converts to delta-9 THC. That conversion produces approximately 1,315mg of delta-9 THC from the 1,500mg THCa. Combined with the existing 90mg, you get ~1,405mg of total delta-9 THC—making it equivalent to traditional illegal RSO, but created legally in your own kitchen. This is the most significant innovation in legal cannabis access since the Farm Bill.

Your responsibility: Check local Merced County ordinances. While state law allows hemp products, some counties have restrictions. We provide full COAs, lab reports, and receipts. You’re responsible for compliance. We assume no legal liability for how you use or decarboxylate the product.

Why ABC13 Featured Us Seven Times (And Why Merced County Should Care)

Between 2019 and 2023, ABC13 Houston—the fourth-largest media market in America—featured Colin Valencia in seven news segments. Five different reporters sought him out. This wasn’t paid advertising. This was editorial judgment that he was the most credible voice in Texas cannabis.

September 2019: CBD business boom. Colin’s foundational quote: “I’m not trying to sell people snake oil…”

March 2021: Helping other entrepreneurs launch legal businesses. Colin’s therapy insight: “Pain comes in a lot of different forms.”

May 2021: Delta-8 investigation. Steve Campion’s iconic exchange: “Why would someone want to smoke that?” “Maybe you want to get high.” Radical honesty on mainstream TV.

August 2021: $35,000 in free product for COVID vaccination. Coordinated with City of Houston. No political agenda—just community health.

October 2021: When Texas banned delta-8 overnight, Colin proactively removed all products and warned other operators they were now shipping Schedule I narcotics. Ethical leadership during crisis.

October 2022: Biden pardon story. Colin revealed his own marijuana conviction history. “I would love to see people not get hurt for this anymore.”

April 2023: 4/20 special. Colin growing hemp on camera: “Right now is actually a pretty—like Renaissance—pretty important time that should be enjoyed now.”

This media record matters for Merced County because it proves we’re not a fly-by-night internet brand. We’ve been vetted by major media, held accountable for four years, and consistently chosen as the expert voice. When you order from us, you’re ordering from a company with a documented track record of ethical action, community service, and scientific honesty.

The Evidence Behind Every Milligram

We don’t hide behind proprietary blends. Here’s what the research actually says about what’s in your bottle:

CBD (4,500mg): Strongest human evidence for rare epilepsies, chemotherapy nausea, and HIV/AIDS appetite. Promising but emerging for chronic pain and anxiety. 2024 meta-analyses show anxiolytic signals but call for larger trials. 2023 reviews find modest pain benefit. 2023 safety reviews confirm liver enzyme risks—important if you’re on multiple medications like many Merced County seniors.

CBG (3,000mg): Preclinical neuroprotectant. Review literature suggests possible relevance for inflammatory bowel disease and antibacterial activity. Human evidence is sparse, but the pharmacology is credible. We include it for the neurodegeneration support Bentley needed—relevant for Merced County’s aging population.

Delta-8 THC (6,000mg): Pharmacologically similar to delta-9 but less potent. 2022 review confirms CB1 agonism and psychoactivity. 2023 scoping review notes adverse event reports and regulatory concerns. We include it specifically for the antiemetic benefit—chemo patients in Merced need this.

THCa (1,500mg): Non-psychoactive precursor. May offer COX-2 anti-inflammatory and PPARγ neuroprotective benefits. The key is YOU control whether it stays raw or converts to THC. This gives Merced County workers the freedom to choose impairment-free relief or full-potency medicine.

Delta-9 THC (90mg): Just enough for entourage effect. FDA-approved synthetic versions are used for chemo nausea at 2.5-20mg/day. Our total is 90mg in the whole bottle—far safer than Simpson’s 600-900mg/day. 2025 review of high-concentration THC shows increased psychosis and cannabis use disorder risk. We deliberately keep this low.

CBN (750mg): Marketed for sleep, but evidence is weak. 2021 review found no clinical trials using validated sleep measures. We include 25-50mg per dose because that’s what emerging literature investigates, but we’re honest: the science isn’t settled.

CBC (750mg): Preclinical antinociceptive and neurogenic properties. 2024 review notes it’s already being sold commercially despite thin evidence. We include it for the neurogenesis support that helped Bentley’s dementia—relevant for families in Merced County caring for aging parents.

Terpenes: Limonene (anxiolytic potential), caryophyllene (CB2 agonist for inflammation), pinene (neuroprotective potential), linalool (calming), myrcene, humulene, terpinolene. All have preclinical interest but limited human proof. We include them for the entourage hypothesis—the idea that whole-plant complexity matters—but we’re clear about the evidence limits.

How to Order in Merced County

We don’t have a storefront on Main Street in Merced. We’re based in Houston, but we serve Merced County directly through shipping and same-day delivery where available.

Online Ordering:

• Visit oilwellcbd.com
• Choose RSO Sublingual Oil ($129.99) or Vape Cartridge ($49.99)
• Enter your Merced County address (Atwater, Livingston, Los Banos, Merced city, Dos Palos, Gustine)
• Select shipping: USPS Priority (2-3 days) or FedEx/UPS Ground (3-5 days)
• All packages are discreet—no cannabis branding visible
• We provide tracking and temperature-stable packaging for the Central Valley heat

Delivery Zones:

• Merced County falls under our nationwide shipping program
• Typical delivery: 2-5 business days
• Signature-required option available if you’re concerned about package security

Payment:

• We accept major credit cards
• We provide full receipts and COAs for your records

Questions?

• Call us: (832) 416-2816
• Email: [email protected]
• Instagram: @oilwellcbd

FAQs from Merced County Residents

Q: Is this legal to ship to my home in Merced County?
A: Yes. Our product contains less than 0.3% delta-9 THC, making it Farm Bill compliant. Hemp-derived products are legal in California. We include full documentation with every order.

Q: Will this make me fail a drug test? I’m a farm worker and can’t risk my job.
A: If you use the raw THCa option (no heat), you will not convert THCa to THC and should not fail a standard THC drug test. However, delta-8 THC will trigger tests, and if you decarboxylate the THCa at home, you will create delta-9 THC that will show up. For Merced County workers subject to testing, we recommend the raw option only. Always inform your employer if you’re using hemp products.

Q: I’m on Medi-Cal and can’t afford $129.99. Can I still get this?
A: Absolutely. The formula is open-source. Source the individual cannabinoid distillates and make it yourself. We provide the exact recipe. If you need help sourcing ingredients, contact us—we’ll point you to reputable suppliers. No one in Merced County should be shut out from relief because of price.

Q: My oncologist at Mercy Medical Center doesn’t know about this. Should I still use it?
A: This is NOT a replacement for oncologist-recommended treatment. It’s a support tool. Show your oncologist the formula and the GENERAL KNOWLEDGE section of this document. The delta-8 THC antiemetic evidence [9] and CBD pain literature [4] are peer-reviewed. Make the decision together. We encourage you to bring this information to your medical appointments.

Q: I’m a veteran in Los Banos with PTSD. Will this help?
A: Colin developed this formula while quitting Xanax cold turkey for his own PTSD. The vape delivers immediate relief for panic attacks. The sublingual oil with CBN helps with insomnia. The CBG supports neuroprotection. Many veterans nationwide use our Asshole Peach product for similar reasons. We’re not doctors, but we can share that Colin’s personal experience and the veteran community’s feedback has been positive.

Q: How is this different from the CBD oil I can buy at the Merced CVS?
A: Those products typically contain only CBD, maybe 500-1000mg total. Our formula contains 16,590mg across SEVEN cannabinoids. It’s like comparing a single vitamin to a multivitamin—except each cannabinoid has specific, documented pharmacology. Plus, ours includes THCa, which you can activate for THC-level potency if needed.

Q: What if I’m not happy with it?
A: Contact us directly. We’re a small company—we answer our phones. If there’s a quality issue, we’ll replace it. If it’s not right for you, we’ll help you understand why. Your Merced County experience matters to us.

The Bottom Line for Merced County

We didn’t come to Merced County to sell you a product. We came because the Central Valley deserves the same level of honest, evidence-based cannabinoid medicine that we’ve spent ten years refining. Whether you’re harvesting almonds outside Livingston, studying at UC Merced, or caring for a parent with dementia in Atwater, you need options that are:

• Legal (Farm Bill compliant)
• Transparent (every ingredient published)
• Adaptable (raw for daytime, activated for nighttime)
• Evidence-informed (29 peer-reviewed citations)
• Accessible (open-source formula if price is a barrier)

This is the RSO that Rick Simpson wished he could have made—precise, safe, and honest about what it can and cannot do. It’s the formula that saved Bentley. It’s the formula that got Colin off benzos. It’s the formula that ABC13 featured seven times because they saw something different: a company that tells the truth.

For Merced County residents who’ve been failed by the system, who need relief without judgment, who want to control their own medicine—this is for you.

Order now: oilwellcbd.com
Call us: (832) 416-2816
Email: [email protected]

We ship to every corner of Merced County—from the cotton fields of Dos Palos to the classrooms of Merced, from the dairies of Gustine to the quiet streets of Los Banos. Your relief shouldn’t depend on your zip code.