CropTalk

Are seeds or clones better for a cannabis/hemp operation?

Let's Debate!

On this episode of #CropCareConvos, the second Crop Debate ever recorded, Bobby Shearer is joined by 2 CEO/founders who are leaders in the industry.

Dr. Allison Justice from The Hemp Mine, arguing the case of of the incredible clones (including liners and micropropagation)

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Matt Haddad from Trilogene Seeds, arguing the case of the prized beans we all know and love

A few salient arguments:

Why SEEDS are better: - Ease of access - Breeding programs - Vigor - Ease of direct-sow - Less disease (exception: TC) - Cheaper

Why CLONES are better: - Consistency, Guarantee of phenotype - Faster - Cheaper (exception: TC) - Always female - TC is the cleanest possible start #LetsTalkCrops

Cannabis is a short-day plant (with the exception of day-neutral cultivars).

However, as the commercial cultivation of Cannabis explodes, growers are manipulating photoperiods attempting to create outcomes different from what the plant would produce under a 12/12 light cycle.

That's why Rob Smallman joined the #LeadersTalkCrops series of CropTalk to share how he has been trialing different photoperiods with his Cannabis crops and what he is seeing from that production technique.

Until next time, #startcleanstayclean

It seems some folks in the hemp industry think that all of the value in a hemp cultivar is related to its' CBD potency.

What about its' feminization rate verified by a third-party?! 🌱

What about its' minor cannabinoids?!? 💥

HOW ABOUT ITS' TERPENES?! 🤯

Jeremy Klettke, the CEO & Head Breeder at Davis Farms of Oregon, joined the #LeadersTalkCrops series of CropTalk podcast to describe why we've got to see past the glitz and glamour of CBD potency when considering which hemp cultivar to plant in 2021.

Until next time, #startcleanstayclean

Would you let a pharmaceutical rep craft your preventative health plan? I sure hope not.

Similarly, you don't have to settle for biased advice as you develop or improve your IPM program.

Sam Konchan, the IPM Manager at Harvest Health & Recreation, Inc., joined as a guest on the #LeadersTalkCrops series of CropTalk podcast to share how he uses his resources wisely and whom he calls on for help when he continually improves his integrated pest management program.

Until next time, #startcleanstayclean

Don't judge a book by its' cover.

It seems that everyone learns the above lesson at some point in their life.

Andrew Varela, Director of Cultivation at Rocky Mountain High, joined as a guest on the #LeadersTalkCrops series of CropTalk podcast to share why Cannabis growers might be overspending on nutrients.

He shares insight on how he learned to lower his nutrition input cost dramatically.

And finally, he helps us understand why you should judge your nutrients based on the science and the formulator's experience in crop production, not the hype at the grow store or the design of the label.

Until next time, #startcleanstayclean

On Part 2 of this two part episode of the CropTalk series #KyleTalksAgTech, Kyle Barnett speaks with Ian Kanski - Director for the Center for Advanced Agriculture and Sustainability at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology, Chairman of the Board for the FarmTech Society, and co-founder of INTAG Systems. We discuss his journey from tech to Controlled Environment Agriculture, the lessons he's learned along the way and thoughts on what the future may hold for the industry.

Asking someone to go through the motions without expectations and purpose is enough to turn any passionate go-getter into an underproductive cog.

Radical transparency in an organization is often what separates mediocre and great businesses.

That's why we asked Matt Marshall, Owner of Qi Consulting Group, to join us for a #LeadersTalkCrops series CropTalk podcast.

In this conversation, Matt details how setting KPIs created through the lens of your company's vision, mission, and values drive radical transparency and a sense of purpose.

Ultimately it aligns each member of the team and what they are accountable for so that the team can achieve the common goal.

Until next time, #startcleanstayclean

As growers, we have the opportunity to grow more than plants.

We can foster the growth of people.

Growth in the people that we work with and especially those that work for us.

Providing something meaningful, other than a paycheck, is part of the formula to retain front line associates over time.

This is an important topic for the Cannabis industry.

That's why we had Tim Nolan, a passionate leader and the Director of Operations at Atlanticann Medical, onto the #LeadersTalkCrops series of CropTalk podcast.

We think you'll dig his leadership style and will want to hear his take on fostering front line associate growth and retaining their presence for the long term.

Until next time, #startcleanstayclean

Asking someone to go through the motions without expectations and purpose is enough to turn any passionate go-getter into an underproductive cog. 

Radical transparency in an organization is often what separates mediocre and great businesses. 

That's why we asked Matt Marshall, Owner of Qi Consulting Group, to join us for a #LeadersTalkCrops series CropTalk podcast. 

In this conversation, Matt details how setting KPIs created through the lens of your company's vision, mission, and values drive radical transparency and a sense of purpose. 

Ultimately it aligns each member of the team and what they are accountable for so that the team can achieve the common goal. 

Until next time, #startcleanstayclean

What are the three fundamental dimensions of light?

How does different #lighting affect the various insects on your plants?

What are some leading hypotheses for her studies and how is she approaching them?

How can you send her your russet mites? Because, yes, she wants some shipped to her lab.

Bobby Shearer talks with Professor Laura Ingwell from Purdue University about her new line of research exploring a very interesting topic.

#LetsTalkCrops on #CropCareConvos