In this episode of the Way We Grow podcast, host Nick Wolfe interviews Zac Ricciardi, a cannabis grower and advocate for cleanly grown cannabis. Zac shares his journey from early gardening experiences with his grandfather to his current role at BioSafe, where he focuses on promoting cleanliness and sustainability in cannabis cultivation. The conversation delves into the medicinal benefits of cannabis, the challenges faced by growers in navigating regulations, and the importance of innovative techniques and a synganic approach to growing. Zac emphasizes the need for cleanliness in the industry and shares valuable insights from his experiences in both commercial and home growing. In this conversation, Nick Wolfe and Zac The Grow Guy delve into various aspects of cannabis cultivation, discussing the importance of circadian rhythms, microbial influences on terpene production, and the role of nutrients in flavor profiles. They explore the limitations of genetic potential, current trends in the cannabis industry, and the growing concern of waterborne pathogens. The discussion also covers effective water treatment methods, challenges in cannabis cultivation, and the significance of continuous learning for growers. Zac shares valuable resources for cannabis growers and emphasizes the need for community and collaboration in the industry.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Zach Riccardi and His Journey05:42 Early Experiences with Cannabis09:18 The Evolution of Cannabis Understanding10:49 Learning from Mentors in Santa Cruz12:49 Transitioning to Commercial Cannabis20:09 Challenges in the Cannabis Industry24:58 The Misconceptions of Organic Growing28:07 Synganic Approach to Growing34:39 Transitioning to BioSafe34:54 From Social Media to Industry Specialist36:25 Building a Cannabis Division at BioSafe38:00 Challenges in Integrated Pest Management (IPM)40:02 The Importance of Cleanliness in Cannabis Cultivation41:38 Organic Approaches and Sustainable Practices42:54 Personal Gardening Experiences and Lessons Learned45:31 Techniques for Successful Cannabis Cultivation51:49 The Role of Microbes and Amino Acids in Growth56:08 Genetic Potential and Its Impact on Cultivation58:04 Trends in the Cannabis Industry: Adaptability and Challenges01:00:51 Water Treatment Solutions for Cannabis Cultivation01:07:31 Irrigation Systems and Microbial Management01:11:39 Understanding zerotol and Its Applications01:13:28 Common Pitfalls for Growers01:17:06 The Importance of Continuous Learning01:20:15 Resources for Growers01:25:18 The Role of Community in Cannabis Cultivation01:29:21 Final Thoughts and Personal ExperiencesYour guests for today is:https://instagram.com/zacthegrowguy_biosafefind more of his work at:https://cleangrowers.substack.comyou can find my work at:https://patreon.com/c/user?u=65192814andhttps://instagram.com/mrwolfegrowsandhttps://instagram.com/thewaywegrowpodcastandhttps://instagram.com/craftgrowersnetworkand on YouTubehttps://youtube.com/@Craftgrowersnetwork