When considering the many chapters within the unfinished story of the cannabis plant, from its various uses; to methods of cultivation; and even its storied legal issues, one thing is for sure; it is all cause and effect. Here we take a look at cannabis cultivation and how it has evolved over the last four decades in the United States, from the "Just Say No" days of the 1980s through the mostly legalized market of today.

The cannabis industry — all $21 billion of it according to BDSA — is increasingly a connected one. A technology known as the Internet of Things (IoT) is already connecting growers with their plants, retailers with regulators, and patients with their physicians.

By embedding cannabis technologies with sensors and software, this plant produces data points at an astronomical rate throughout the entire supply chain. From seed to sale to consumption, it's hard to deny the cannabis industry that runs on information gathered by IoT-driven platforms.

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The typical modern farm is a monocrop farm or a ranch, meaning it relies either on a sea of soybeans or a herd of unsustainable animals. Meanwhile, the hemp movement has many ideas on how to shake this structure up, and it doesn't stop at production. Not only can the cannabis plant help encourage biodiversity and soil remediation, but it can also provide alternatives to ecologically damaging practices.

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While cannabis prohibition has not yet ended, many countries are advancing the substance as a legitimate medicine. As commonly stated, today's innovations rely on thousands of years of tradition. From ancient Chinese tombs to biblical references, cannabis has been part of the human story since the beginning - and now we are crystallizing our conception of why it is so beneficial.

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Medicinal users have developed a more pharmaceutical approach when using cannabis as a course of treatment. Consistency, dosing, availability and potential health risks are all factors that medicinal users and producers must keep in mind. As for producers, some companies are taking this insight and working to develop pharmaceutical-grade products that can meet the specific needs of the user, as well as market demand.

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Biomolecular engineers discovered hemp can be converted into battery materials, specifically carbon nanosheets and supercapacitors, and are being explored as a source of clean, green, renewable energy.   Pioneering groups in this field have received sizeable grants to focus on utilizing hemp for supercapacitors and carbon nanosheets to replace graphene, a material more widely known in supercapacitors, yet more expensive to produce.

Solventless extractions are simple, efficient, and safe... and increasing in demand.

The North American legal cannabis market reportedly reached $12 billion in 2018, with the US market representing over $10 billion. By 2025, the global market is predicted to grow to a staggering $146.4 billion.

Cannabis processing facilities represent a vital part of this massive market, and as the sector grows, it is critical to have the right equipment in place. Using the best technology can make all the difference when it comes to taking advantage of new opportunities in this growing industry, standing out in an increasingly competitive market, and building a successful and profitable business.

Rosin extraction technology is increasingly becoming a popular choice for cannabis producers. Allowing the extraction of cannabis concentrate without the use of solvents or chemicals, rosin technology is often described as “solventless” extraction. Instead, extraction is achieved through a combination of heat and pressure on a rosin press. Rosin technology represents several benefits for cannabis processing facilities, from ease of use and improved safety to cost efficiency.

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Growing cannabis is simple, right? It notoriously grows like a weed in some climates. But, when it comes to cannabis in the 21st century, it's not so easy. The challenge lies in perfecting yield, potency, and profile. Increasing yields and improving the final product efficiently and cost-effectively is the primary objective for commercial operators.

Implementing advanced automation and environmental controls is the only way to perfect the cannabinoid profile, increase flower size, and replicate this success from crop to crop. It's gone well beyond scheduling light-dark phases. Now, cannabis technology is almost at a place where cultivators can set it and forget it, for a completely hands-off approach.

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One could argue most grow light technology has stayed relatively the same or only improved slightly for many years. We are in a time of a shift in domination in grow-light technology.

New and experienced growers are leaning towards higher upfront investments in new technology and leaving the past behind. The advancements responsible for this shift have happened in the past 30 years.

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The bottlenecks hitting the global supply chain are unprecedented. Container ships are stacking up at their destinations. Manufactured goods are stagnating at the point of origin, waiting on empty containers and ship space. Not to mention the skyrocketing demand for raw materials required to produce new goods.

Used cannabis equipment is suddenly becoming a much more attractive option for new facilities and companies seeking to expand. So while consumer demand for cannabis and extractions hasn't faltered, the ability to keep up with this demand has.

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