Agricultural producers have turned to chemical fungicides for decades to control the outbreak of fungal plant pathogens. Unfortunately, some evidence suggests that these fungicides may be dangerous for human health. With many cannabis consumers using the product for medical reasons, the demand for organic marijuana is strong. Now, in response to this growing consumer demand, […]

Cannabis growers must remain vigilant about a range of threats to their plants. Overwatering, underwatering, insufficient light, nutrient deficiencies, and temperature can all take their toll on a plant’s health. Perhaps the biggest threat, however, is fungal pathogens that infect plants. These can quickly undermine the health of an entire crop of marijuana plants. As […]

Infused products represent one of the biggest marijuana success stories in Colorado, the first state in the U.S. to implement legalized cannabis. In 2014, more than 4.8 million units of infused edible products were sold in Colorado. The majority of those sold was for recreational use. When it comes to production of infused cannabis products, […]

Botrytis cinerea, also known as gray mold, is perhaps best known for affecting wine grapes. However, gray mold can also decimate a cannabis crop within a few short days. Botrytis cinerea takes the form of asexual spores that spread on branching gray filaments that soon cover a plant. Circulating air throughout a grow room causes […]

As the cannabis industry grows, competition between grow rooms increase. Distributors investigate which grow rooms produce the highest quality cannabis. This competition is healthy and results in high quality cannabis for consumers. However, growers are met with the challenge of keeping their grow rooms clean and free from PM in order to keep the quality […]

Anybody who produces cannabis has asked themselves this question at some point or another: can air purification improve lab results for your cannabis operation? Thankfully, high-quality purification products can and will reduce the contaminants on your cannabis. This benefits you by creating higher-quality buds that will please your customers. But what kinds of products are […]

If a grower wants their product to be the highest quality and purity, it must have impeccable test results from a reputable 3rd party lab. Testing cannabis in a lab can help you identify impurities, focus on improving strains, and increase the potency. For medical cannabis patients suffering from severe pain, there is a significant […]

Organic cannabis crops are a growth industry. Just as organic farming has transformed agricultural production in the United States, cannabis will soon follow. Getting ahead of this trend may be an effective way to solidify your brand recognition and grow your business. One of the downsides to growing organic cannabis is the need to protect […]

Powdery mildew is a common fungal disease. This fungal disease affects a variety of plants, including marijuana plants. Finding an effective treatment for powdery mildew is essential in protecting your marijuana crop from harm. What Is Powdery Mildew? Powdery mildew is actually not a single fungus. It is a group of fungal species that attack […]

Sure, you’re worried about the air quality outside; but have you stopped to think about potentially harmful emissions inside your cannabis facility? If not, you could be in for a world of hurt. Indoor Growing Operations Did you know that almost a third of the U.S. cannabis supply comes from indoor growing operations? It’s not […]