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Posts tagged with "cannabis cultivation"
2022 New Jersey CannaTech Expo Starts Today
Are you ready for the 2022 New Jersey CannaTech Expo? As the Tri-State area continues to evolve in the cannabis business, there's so much to learn. Discover more about cannabis, hemp, and evolving regulations when you join thousands of industry professionals to learn about this profitable and expanding market. Over 40,000 Square...
What Should You Know Before Switching Your Grow Media?
Selecting a growing media might seem like a “one and done” decision. But, like many aspects of horticulture, innovations in growing media are bringing a higher level of precision to the growing process. These innovations are prompting cultivators to consider whether it’s time for a switch in their traditional substrate. As the...
Are More Potent Cannabis Strains on the Way?
Israeli researchers are able to increase the levels of all kinds of cannabinoids by introducing a plant-based virus to the grow cycle. The boogie man of the modern legalization movement is the oft-repeated statement that what is available today is “not your grandparents’ weed.” Namely that modern strains are “more potent”...
How One Company Created a New Standard for National CBD Testing
According to current predictions from market research firm BDSA, the U.S. hemp and CBD market could hit $20.5 billion by 2025. But, the highly variable landscape from state to state threatens this potential growth. This regulatory fragmentation must be resolved before the market reaches the forecasted 40% compound annual growth...
New Law Releases Thailand's Cannabis Criminals and Allows Home Grow
Thailand is implementing a very unique and bold approach to cannabis policy. On June 9th a new law goes into effect that will, among other things, legalize home cultivation for every household in the nation. Thailand will launch a registration program in which households can sign up to cultivate low-THC cannabis and make use of...
The Home Grow Just Became More Sophisticated
As more states legalize cannabis across the nation, a new hobby is on the rise. In-home cultivation is more accessible than ever. States from New York to New Mexico have legalized personal cultivation and thanks to advances in technology, anyone (of legal age) can give it a try. In New York state, adults 21 and over can grow up to...
The 2022 Emerald Cup a Big Hit in Hollywood
There’s long been a division between NorCal and SoCal, especially when it comes to the cannabis space. While the Emerald Triangle is revered for its sun-grown flower and rich agricultural traditions, Los Angeles has typically skewed more toward indoor hype. For Tim Blake, Founder of the Emerald Cup, it’s time for the communities...
Thailand Giving Away One Million Free Cannabis Plants
Thailand recently legalized growing cannabis at home. The Thai government is celebrating by giving away one million free cannabis plants to households across the country. CNN reported the giveaway was announced on Thai Health Minister Anutin Charnivirakul's Facebook page earlier this month. He would like cannabis plants to be grown...
As Tobacco Demand Wanes, Malawi Farmers Look To Cannabis
Could cannabis farming replace tobacco crops for Malawi's farmers? The life of a small-scale farmer is not an easy one. After all, there are no set hours and there are no days off. From sunrise to sunset you have to do as much as you can to get the most out of every day, especially during non-winter months. Tobacco farmers have...
A Complete Guide To Growing Cannabis Indoors For Beginners
So, you want to know how to grow weed indoors, for the first time, on a budget. We have you covered. *The grand total to grow 5 plants with a minimal setup is around $1000. However, this price can vary dramatically depending on the equipment used and size, and the natural advantages of the cultivation space chosen. Step 1: Set...
Sardinia Cleaning Polluted Land With Hemp Crops
Italy’s second-largest island has passed a measure to create a regulated hemp market to help clean up the environment. A new law designed to increase phytoremediation of polluted land may well put hemp production on steroids on Italy’s second-largest island – Sardinia. The measure, which passed by unanimous vote on the island,...
Scientists Boost THCA Yield Using New Grafting Method
The cannabis plant is one of the most dynamic plants on earth, and as such, it’s also a very fun plant to cultivate. Whereas some plant varieties take a long time to grow from start to finish, the cannabis plant matures very quickly when cultivated properly. As with most crops, there are different subvarieties of the cannabis...
Why Isn't Home Growing Popular With European Lawmakers?
Italy is leading the way with preserving the specific right of home grow in Europe, but this is still a thorny political issue just about everywhere on the continent. Italy is not letting up on the cannabis home grow conversation. Indeed, after the Constitutional Court refused to allow a cannabis referendum, the issue has...
A Cannabis Company Wants to Make a $450 Million Deal With the Taliban
A German company wants to invest $450 million in cannabis farms in Taliban-controlled Afghanistan. Cpharm, a German-based cannabis company currently operating in Australia, is looking to strike a deal with the Taliban to cultivate cannabis in Afghanistan. Cpharm is Determined to Plant Roots in Afghanistan The trade deal...
Debunking 3 Myths About Growing Media
Given the choice of cultivars available today, most growers appreciate the nuances between varieties that can optimize harvest quality and consistency. The same is true for the growing medium that nurtures these plants and supports optimal air, water, and nutrient delivery. Advances in material science mean growers today have...
New Cannabis Cultivation Technology Reduces Drying, Curing Time
Drying and curing cannabis is one of the most time-consuming parts of the cultivation process. It can take up to a month to produce ready-to-use buds that contain the right amount of moisture. New technologies and methodologies are allowing cultivators to skip the hanging phase of drying, cutting the traditional processing time...
Thailand Considers New App for Cannabis Cultivators
Cultivating cannabis is an amazing hobby for many people. The cannabis plant grows fast compared to most other plants and consuming the harvest is a huge bonus. For medical cannabis patients who cultivate their own medicine, it's more than a hobby, it is a source of healing. An increasing number of jurisdictions are allowing home...
Can Automated Irrigation Help Achieve a More Sustainable Grow?
Irrigation is a necessary process for plant growth and, although it can be done manually, automating this process could bring several benefits to growers, including achieving a more sustainable grow. As with all types of automation, there are options to choose from. The size of the operation and the level of control required will...