Cannabis Growing Articles & Analysis
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As cannabis use increases, so does the availability of products marketed as safe alternatives to smoking. One of these products is the dry herb vaporizer, which heats the cannabis flower without burning it. This process releases cannabinoids for inhalation. But how safe are these products? In a recent study, Wilson et al. examined the effects of dry herb cannabis vapor on lung epithelial cells, ...
Various microbial, viral, and viroid pathogens of cannabis can result in economic loss in commercial cultivation settings. While starting off with uninfected stock material is a crucial first step in combating this, tool and surface sanitation practices in the grow facility are also very important to reduce the chance of spread of any undetected, or newly ...
What some approaches to doing that might be? Segra is a Canadian-based Cannabis tissue culture nursery business. We grow plants at industrial scale for LPs. ...
Dr. Zobayed has over 25 years of expertise in the tissue culture industry and he's the mastermind behind Segra Internationals plantlet production efforts in Canada. Today he'll be going through the overall process of tissue culture initiation, multiplication and acclimation of tissue culture cannabis plantlets. He'll also review the various methods of tissue culture production including explant ...
Thrips, ah. the little insects that can pose annoying issues for cannabis cultivation. Thrips are minuscule, elongated insects that feed on cannabis plants’ sap, resulting in discolouration, crooked development, and decreased yields. ...
There are a few things that all cannabis growers have in common. Among the positive things like constant learning and the rewards of a healthy crop, there are plenty of headaches. ...
Hey there, fellow cannabis cultivator! If you’re delving into the fascinating world of cannabis cultivation, you probably already know how crucial nutrients are for your plants. ...
When cultivating high-quality, healthy plants there are several things that you want to avoid in your grow room. One of these is condensation. To prevent condensation in your grow space, you first need to get to grips with Dew Point. ...
Hey there, fellow cannabis growers! Need to know how to fix root rot? Look no further! Welcome to our guide on fixing root rot and ensuring the health and vitality of your precious cannabis plants. We all know how disheartening it can be to see your plants suffer, but fear not! In this article, we’ll dive deep into understanding root rot, identifying its signs, implementing prevention ...
Whether you are new to growing indoors or a seasoned professional, one thing is for certain – you can’t take your eye off the ball with pest control! One of the most common pests to plague our grow rooms are the white aphid. Secondary to those are black aphids, which are very similar. ...
As a cannabis grower, you will hopefully be aware of the importance of maintaining strong, healthy plants. ...
Hey there, fellow cannabis grower! Welcome to our detailed guide on a common issue many of us face: Why are your cannabis leaves curling up? ...
Nobody wants that now do they!? As with many aspects of growing plants, pest prevention is a great way to minimise the likelihood of infestations. In turn, this saves wasting time and resources treating mealybug populations in your grow space. Although mealybugs can affect outdoor plants, in this article, we will focus on indoor plants- specifically ...
If you’re a cannabis grower, you know that healthy plants are essential for a successful crop. However, even with the best intentions and care, nutrient burn can occur and cause significant damage. Nutrient burn is a common problem that can affect cannabis plants. It leads to a range of cannabis leaf symptoms and ultimately affects the plant’s growth and yield. In this article, we ...
By the end of this guide, you will be armed with the knowledge to fine-tune your growing environment. This knowledge will set you on your way to cultivating exceptional cannabis crops. ...
Hey there, fellow cannabis grower! We know how passionate you are about cultivating healthy plants, which is why we’re here to help you tackle a common problem: powdery mildew. In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about dealing with powdery mildew on your precious cannabis plants. By the end, you’ll feel empowered to ...
And it is the kind of plant that is not quite difficult to grow. The plant will grow wherever it is given the ideal conditions to thrive. However, the harvesting requires a lot of time and effort, even more care than growing the actual plant itself. You can buy a Cannabis harvesting machine and get the job done, but there are a ...
Cultivating cannabis can be challenging, as it will only grow and thrive under specific conditions. Also, cannabis requires special care to be fragrant, potent, and free of pests and contaminants. ...
Improving Yields One of the ways of improving crop yields that has become popular is the use of modified atmospheres.6 Doing this involves growing the crops in an atmosphere that has been deliberately changed to control certain concentrations of gases. ...
The cannabis industry is increasingly becoming a competitive industry, with more and more countries around the world legalizing the use of marijuana in both a medical setting and recreational. Most countries are now starting to ease the laws on the use of marijuana both medically and recreationally. This is after countries such as USA, Israel and Netherlands took the lead in legalizing marijuana ...