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Controlling the Grow with Advanced Environmental Control Systems

In commercial cultivation, control isn’t just a preference—it’s survival. Without it, farms are gambling with yield, flavor, potency, and the stability of the entire...
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Was October’s Harvest Successful?

No one stuck with a warehouse of unsold cannabis going into November wants to hear the Roman philosopher Seneca’s old adage that “luck is...
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7 Hot Jobs in the Cultivation Sector

The cultivation sector is poised for significant growth with cannabis legalization on the ballot in multiple states this year. If 60 percent of Florida...
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Cultivate This!

Cultivation is part art, part science, and part luck, and the right tools help in all three areas. These products, designed for novices and...
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Seeds vs. Clones

The study of genetics dates back to the nineteenth century, when Gregor Mendel, an Augustinian monk, pioneered the field. Between 1856 and 1863, Mendel’s...
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6 Accurate and Affordable Soil Test Kits for 2024

Building a nutrient-rich soil is essential for cultivating healthy cannabis plants capable of producing large, high-quality buds. Even experienced growers may be left guessing...
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The Pros and Cons of Autoflower Cannabis Cultivation

In the world of cannabis cultivation, the vast majority of varieties are photoperiod sensitive. This means they rely on regular intervals of light and...
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The Cannabis Nutrients Required to Fuel Significant Growth

Success in cannabis cultivation hinges on recognizing and providing each cultivar with the appropriate mix of nutrients to support development from germination through flowering....
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Dealing with Common Cannabis Leaf Problems in the Garden

While commercial cultivators are increasingly counting on high-tech sensors to monitor cannabis leaves and their surrounding environment, the human eye is far from obsolete....
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Artificial Intelligence in the Grow

The agriculture industry is evolving more rapidly than ever. According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), U.S. farm production nearly tripled between...