When I begin flushing, I feed my plants a delicate mixture of molasses with an EC (Electrical Conductivity) between 0.4 and 1.0 and a pH level of 5.6 to 5.8. This not only triggers the process of senescence—where the plant starts breaking down chlorophyll and preparing for its final phase of...
It’s tough being a person of color in the #cannabisindustry. We’re constantly underestimated, as if we lack the knowledge to contribute. In almost every corporate cannabis executive role I held, I was the only person of color. Even in a facility with 500+ employees, less than 1% of us were...
Do you believe in a future where cannabis is sustainably grown? We do at SativaGrow (Pty) Ltd., as we seek investment partnerships to expand sun powered cannabis cultivation. Reach out to Brendon or Grant for more details. The sun’s energy fuels life in ways that no man-made light can truly replicate....
It’s an honor to be in the company of two accomplished experts in agriculture and plant development today as we explore the importance of seed stability in successful cannabis breeding at the Grow Up Conference, Awards and Expo in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. This session will break down the science behind developing...
The bud to leaf ratio in cannabis is crucial as higher bud ratios indicate more valuable, harvestable flower relative to the plant's vegetative mass. Cultivating smaller stock plants with fewer stems and leaves focuses the plant's energy on producing buds, enhancing yield and potency. This approach also improves airflow and light penetration,...
While everyone's endocannabinoid system responds differently to cannabis use, cannabis has been a secret weapon in my educational arsenal. As an international student paying 25k a semester, I was always looking for ways to cut down on educational fees. I wrote to the academic review committee at the University of Guelph, Ontario...
As a silviculture expert, I was charge with the responsibility for growing and populating millions of forest seedlings annually in North America. The following species were White Spruce, Black Spruce, Jack Pine, White Pine and Larch seedlings, etc. All required thick stem diameters to exhibit quality and withstand the harsh North America...
On this #TrichedOutTuesday, let me share something: I've received winning phenos from legacy growers with over 30 years of experience. They were quick to notice that I grew their strains in a way they hadn't seen in decades; shorter plants, more vibrant buds, and enhanced terpene and THC profiles. If you give the...
Ganja Vacations Jamaica 🇯🇲 CEO Perspectives on Cannabis Travel Insights! It sounds like Brendon Roberts' feature with Norman Lawrence on Cannabis Tourism Chronicles brought to light the vibrant cannabis tourism scene in Jamaica. The combination of immersive cannabis experiences, natural beauty, and cultural connections like the Rastafarian community makes Jamaica a standout...
In 2015, I made the move from a small Caribbean island (Dominica 🇩🇲) to North America, driven by the fact that cannabis wasn’t legal back home, and still largely isn’t. Since then, I’ve had the privilege of being named Canada’s #1 Cannabis Consultant of the Year 2024. Winners never quit, and quitters...
