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What is hydroponic cannabis? Pros and cons

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First, let’s clear up that slang you heard at a party when someone was referencing their weed with terms like the “Sweet Dro’”, or “Hydro weed” and tackle the question: “What does hydroponic mean?”. Simply put, hydroponics is the technique of growing a plant in water. Hydroponic grow systems vs growing in soil.

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Cannabis cultivation checklist: all you need to know to make your plants thrive

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Before germinating your first seeds , it’s essential to review the basic elements of cannabis cultivation. If you use lousy cannabis seeds, even ideal growing conditions can’t produce healthy buds. New cultivators should always work with a reputable company that guarantees their seeds are 100 percent feminized.

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Cultivating Knowledge: The Science and Art of Growing Medical Marijuana at Home in Florida

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One significant aspect of this evolution is the ability of individuals to cultivate their own medical marijuana at home. In states like Florida, where medical marijuana is legal, home cultivation has become a topic of interest, blending the science of horticulture with the art of cultivating a medicinal plant.

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Vertical Farming Market Global Trends and Forecasts to 2026: Hydroponics Growth Mechanism and Building-Based Vertical Farm Segments to Hold Largest Market Shares in Asia-Pacific in 2026 – ResearchAndMarkets.com

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The major driving factors for the growth of the vertical farming market include high yield associated with vertical farming over conventional farming, year-round crop production irrespective of weather condition, advancements in light-emitting diode (LED) technology and requirement of minimum resources. Premium Insights.

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Ayr Wellness Agrees to Acquire Tahoe Hydro, Adding Award-Winning Cultivators of High-Quality Flower in Nevada

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Tahoe Hydro operates ~33,000 square feet of total cultivation and manufacturing space in its facilities in Carson City, Nevada, and Sparks, Nevada. The acquisition will add significant cultivation talent to Ayr’s already robust cultivation team, including 75 employees, which the Company plans to deploy both within Nevada and nationally.

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5 common cannabis growing mistakes and how to avoid them

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Chances are, you’ll run into a few issues on your first couple of cultivation attempts. Indeed, it’s virtually unheard of for first-time cultivators to “underwater” their plants. That’s why some cultivators recommend using a soil-water meter to gauge their soil’s moisture content.

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South African Research Team Says Cannabis is ‘Very Promising’ as an Opioid Replacement

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Unlike traditional methods of cannabis cultivation, aquaponics is a food production system that merges aquaculture (raising aquatic animals in tanks) with hydroponics (growing plants in water). This process involves feeding the nutrient-dense aquaculture water to hydroponically cultivated plants.