Growers and Growing

This article explores fundamental principles of photobiology, including Photosynthetically Active Radiation, photoreceptor-mediated responses, and the spectral influences on plant morphology and development.

ILGM and Leafly announce their Home Grow Tour that will visit cities throughout the US to help educate growers on cannabis cultivation.

In late January 2025 the survey will be sent to hemp producers in six states.

As bat guano becomes more commonly used in cannabis cultivation, a recent study highlights the negative effects that can come with using this type of fertilizer.

In this segment of the cultivation education series, Adam Jacques and Zacariah L. Hildenbrand delve into croptober and the complexities that arise with outdoor, hybrid, and indoor cannabis cultivation.

A look at how growers explore the possibilities of a more manageable operation as research about soil chemistry takes center stage.

In continuation of our cultivation education series, Adam Jacques and Zacariah L. Hildenbrand, get to the root of the issue of experiencing an HLVd infestation and if anything can be done to salvage your crops.

This article provides insights on the latest findings from academic researchers exploring the impacts of emerging technology on hemp grown for cannabidiol (CBD).

The two new triploid seeds made their debut after several years in the making.

The recent approval of a bill brings Washington one step closer to long-awaited at-home recreational cannabis cultivation.

As California cracks down on illegal cannabis growing operations, one settlement for $1.75 million was recently approved.

An East Coast cannabis farm receives recognition from the third-party nonprofit for its regenerative growing methods.

In this article, we dive deeper into the physical, cellular, and molecular adaptions that plants demonstrate in response to light intensity and spectrum.

The three-year study tested hemp’s potential to benefit or harm vineyards.

How can greenhouse cultivators improve profitability by installing high-efficiency heating systems to reduce energy costs?

What is ethalfluralin and what does this herbicide have to do with growing hemp?

This column reviews a study published by cannabis industry design and construction professionals and describes the impact of energy regulations affecting heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system selection in cannabis production facilities.

This article delves into the aspects of horticultural light intensity and spectra as well as their relative influence on cannabis photosynthesis, photomorphogenesis, and overall yield.

See the program overview for the upcoming Cannabis Science Conference Fall in Providence, Rhode Island September 20-22nd.

Growing cannabis, both indoors or outdoors, impacts the environment in several significant ways and one challenge of today’s cultivators is to consider how to lessen the negative effects of overwatering, pesticides, energy usage, and plastic pollution.

A new law in Oregon aims to hold landowners responsible for cleanup of illegal cannabis growing operations on their properties.

Cal Poly Humboldt plans a two-year community-based study on the plant genetics and history from legacy cannabis communities in the state.

This article provides insights into the opportunities involving the genetic modification of cannabis.

One important element of creating the ideal growing environment for cannabis is often overlooked: air quality. Here, we look at why this is important as well as best practices for mitigating poor air quality.

This column expresses how cannabis facilities that invest in RCx projects can enhance equipment reliability and worker safety, improve conditions for plant growth and development, increase canopy yields, and reduce maintenance costs.

The field of cannabis horticulture is ever-evolving and offers many opportunities for innovation and experimentation. In this interview, Jessica Lubell-Brand, PhD, professor of horticulture at the University of Connecticut with the Department of Plant Science and Landscape Architecture provides insights into the findings of her laboratory’s recent studies of the “retipping” method of propagating cannabis. She also shares details on her current research with cannabis breeding techniques and how studies like these can benefit the future of cannabis growing.

A look at what epigenetics means, how other plant industries have used or studied them, and how that can be applied to cannabis to improve yields, plant genetics, and solve plant illness.

Here the authors present findings from their study involving six different nutrient treatments applied during the cloning cycle for approximately 500 plants. This paper focuses on the observed benefits in this study involving the use of an amino acid and salt solution using food-grade precursors.

Casey Houweling, the inventor of the semi-closed greenhouse, explains how this greenhouse concept came about, the challenges he’s had developing it, and the potential it holds for the future of the cannabis industry.

Here, we take a look at the top issues related to cannabis cultivation: what top environmental problems still face the cannabis industry, how to reduce emissions in grow facilities, the different effects of various strains on carbon emissions, and how the government is finally helping the industry do a deeper dive into understanding these issues.