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Gen Z Cultivators Are Growing More than Weed

Tech-native and brand-savvy, Gen Z cultivators are blending innovation with authenticity to shape a new narrative in cannabis growing.
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Why X-Rays Beat Gamma Rays for Cannabis Decontamination

X-ray decontamination offers cannabis producers a safer, more efficient, and more convenient alternative to gamma-ray methods. An MIT-educated engineer explains why.
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How Growers Are Becoming the Face of the Brand

Cultivators are stepping into the spotlight to share their stories, connect with consumers, and build powerful brand loyalty through transparency and authenticity.
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Regenerative Cannabis Farming Blossoms in the Emerald Triangle

In the cultivation world, a quiet, nostalgic revolution is taking root. The trend revives ancient practices in order to shape a more sustainable, soulful...
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Power Play: Cutting Costs and Emissions with Demand Response

The cannabis industry has experienced explosive and continued growth in recent years, with 2024 sales projected to exceed a staggering $31 billion. But rapid...
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Next-Gen Cannabis Cultivation: Trends Shaping Smarter, Greener Grows in 2025

Cultivation is evolving rapidly, driven by the need for sustainability, efficiency, and profitability in an increasingly competitive market. As cultivators face mounting pressure to...
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Cannabis Remediation Equipment: RF, X-Ray, and Ozone Solutions

Microbial contamination instantly can turn a promising harvest into a grower’s worst compliance nightmare. From processing tools and equipment to unsanitary human hands and...
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How International Cultivators Can Tap into Germany’s Cannabis Market

On April 1, 2024, Germany implemented the Cannabis Act (CanG), which reclassified cannabis as a non-narcotic. The legislation made medical cannabis more accessible to...
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DLC Updates Horticultural Lighting Standards to Boost LED Efficiency

MEDFORD, Mass. – A new version of the DesignLights Consortium’s (DLC) Horticultural Lighting Technical Requirements released March 12 strengthens efforts to improve the efficacy...
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Tissue Culture in Cannabis: The Future of Cloning Explained

One of the biggest questions confronting cannabis cultivators is whether to grow from seeds or clones. Both options unlock a range of choices and...

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