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How to Fund Your Minnesota Cannabis Microbusiness
Learn practical ways to fund your Minnesota cannabis microbusiness with accurate costs, capital strategies, and market insights for success.
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Cultivating Excellence: How Next Big Crop's Strategic Partnerships Elevate Commercial Cannabis
Next Big Crop achieves commercial cannabis cultivation success with CANNA products, delivering consistent quality and maximizing yields at scale.
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So, you were awarded a Minnesota Mezzobusiness License? Now what?
Were you awarded a Minnesota Mezzobusiness license? Here’s your roadmap to launch: zoning, buildout, funding, genetics, compliance, and first harvest tips.
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Elite Genetics for the Minnesota Market
The Minnesota Microbusiness license, a vertically integrated, commercial-scale cannabis business opportunity in Minnesota’s new adult-use cannabis program, is one of the most exciting cannabis licenses you can get your hands on.
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How to Win the Mezzo Game in Minnesota – A Guide to Minnesota’s Most Exciting Cannabis License
How to Win the Mezzo Game in Minnesota – A Guide to Minnesota’s Most Exciting Cannabis License
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Super Boof: Why Leafly’s 2024 Strain of the Year Is One of the Best Cannabis Strains to Grow in 2025
Discover why Super Boof, Leafly's 2024 Strain of the Year, is one of the best cannabis strains to grow in 2025. Bold flavors, balanced effects, and epic yields await!
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Top Strains for Multi-Tiered Grows in 2025
These short, robust and high-yielding cannabis strains are three of the best for commercial cultivators working multi-tiered grows with vertical growing racks.
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How to Maximize Your Kentucky Cannabis Cultivator License: A Guide for Success
Kentucky cannabis cultivation info: Maximize yields for your facility with tier-specific strategies. Learn how to optimize canopy space and reduce costs.
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Our Formula 1 Cannabis Strain: Cookie Wreck 🏎️
What is the Cookie Wreck strain? Learn why this Girl Scout Cookies and Arcata Train Wreck hybrid is a must-try for cannabis cultivators.
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Top 3 AI Technologies for Cannabis Cultivators
Learn about innovative ways cannabis cultivators leverage AI technology for optimized yields and efficiency in their grows.
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How Plant-Touching Cannabis Businesses Can Go From Bottom Shelf to Boutique
Discover how to elevate your cannabis brand to boutique status with insights on quality nutrients, unique genetics, and flexible production.
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Myth Busting: Is CANNA Cannabis Fertilizer Really More Expensive?
Break down the wholesale math for selecting the best cannabis fertilizers for your growing medium, whether it’s coco, rockwool, soil or peat.
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Cultivating Innovation: The Power of Tissue Culture Labs in Genetic Preservation and Storage
Tissue culture labs, whether in-house or third party, go further than seed libraries or mother rooms to protect commercial cannabis cultivators’ best strains.
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In-House vs. Outsourced Manufacturing: Maximizing Efficiency in Vertically Integrated Cannabis Businesses
For a vertically integrated cannabis business, processing flower, vape carts, concentrates and edibles can be handled in-house or outsourced. Which is best?
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How Much Is Hand Watering Your Cannabis Garden Really Costing You?
Hand watering vs. irrigation automation. Which is better for crop yields, labor costs and cannabis quality?
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Nurturing the Future: How to Integrate Cannabis Tissue Culture Plants Into Your Commercial Grow
Here’s how commercial cannabis cultivators can seamlessly integrate tissue culture plants into their existing grow with cannabis clones.
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Maximizing Success: The Importance of Quality Inputs and Genetics for New Cannabis Cultivators in Competitive Markets
New cannabis cultivators need two things to succeed in competitive emerging markets: quality cannabis genetics and quality fertilizer systems.
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Work These Classic Cannabis Strains Into Your 2024 Cultivation Rotation
Classic hash and OG cannabis strains are ready for a comeback. Here’s three foundational strains for your 2024 commercial grow.
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Designing Your Ideal New York Adult-Use Indoor Cultivation Facility
What canopy cultivation facility design options are available to New York adult-use indoor cultivation license holders?
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You Were Just Awarded a New York Adult-Use Cannabis Microbusiness License. Now What?
What indoor and outdoor canopy cultivation facility design options are available to New York adult-use cannabis microbusiness license holders? Here’s a breakdown.
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Designing Your Ideal Maryland Social Equity Micro Grower Facility
What are the cannabis cultivation facility design requirements for social equity Maryland micro grower facilities? How to set up a compliant commercial grow.
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So You Were Awarded a Maryland Social Equity Cannabis Cultivation License. Now What?
What to do after you are awarded a Maryland social equity cannabis cultivation license: Here’s how to secure a lease, vet your operations team, navigate inspections and more.
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What To Look For When Hiring an Expert Witness for Cannabis-Related Litigation
Cannabis expert witness services are an important part of lawsuits, from regulatory disputes to liability claims and beyond. Here’s what to look for.
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How to Design the Perfect Cannabis Microbusiness Facility in Minnesota (and Beyond)
How to plan a profitable cannabis facility design within Minnesota’s new cannabis microbusiness license category.
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Prevent Cannabis Bud Rot: Cultivation Facility Design and Retrofit Solutions to Help Solve Your Bud Rot Problem
Protect your commercial cannabis crop from bud rot and mold with expert facility design and retrofit solutions.
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Tissue Culture: How in the World to Source International Genetics
Learn more about cannabis tissue culture and genetics sourcing for commercial cultivation and product manufacturing in international and domestic markets.
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How to Upgrade Your Old Grow Lights to LED at Little or No Out-of-Pocket Cost
Upgrading commercial cannabis grow lights to LED can reduce operating costs—especially if you cut the upfront investment. Here’s how.
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How to Test for Hop Latent Viroid in Your Cannabis Cultivation Facility, and What to Do If You're Positive
The hop latent viroid (HLV) is a big threat to cannabis cultivation. Learn to identify, test, and combat HLV at your cannabis cultivation facility.
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Designing Your Ideal New York Cannabis Microbusiness Facility
Expert guidance on unlocking cannabis microbusiness success, including facility design, licensing, vertical integration and optimizing operations.
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Three of the Hottest Cannabis Strains to Cultivate in 2024 and Beyond
Dante's Inferno, Optimus Prime, and Pie Scream #27 emerged as three of the hottest strains for summer, and to grow any time of year.
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How To Automate The Irrigation In Your 10k Square Foot Grow For $10k
Cannabis cultivation automation is one of the most effective ways to improve irrigation, lighting and HVAC efficiency. Here’s how to do it.
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Immaculate Conception: How Do Cannabis Genetics Enter New and Existing Markets
The immaculate conception refers to the problem of how growers can source seeds and clones where these plants were previously illegal.
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If You Aren’t Using Fertilizer Injection Systems, Your Cannabis Grow Isn’t at Peak Performance
Wally Behnfield of Dilution Solutions’ Dosatron explains why commercial cannabis growers should use fertilizer injection to make their crops consistent.
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What Cannabis Genetics Are Hot 2023? Why Every Old Strain Is New Again
It can be hard to find the OG strains connoisseurs remember fondly. But the best cannabis strains to grow in 2023 can please consumers and growers alike.
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How the Cannabis Industry Can Pivot Away from THC Potency and Get Back to Flavors, Effects and Quality
How the Cannabis Industry Can Pivot Away from THC Potency and Get Back to Flavors, Effects and Quality
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How Much Does It Cost to Build a Commercial Cannabis Grow Facility?
How much does it cost to start an indoor cannabis grow? It depends on a number of cannabis facility design choices. Here’s how to estimate cost per square foot.
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How Efficient Is Your Cannabis Facility Design?
This is the proven formula we use to maximize flower production in small, medium, large and MSO-scale cannabis grow facilities.
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The State of International Cannabis In 2023
From Thailand to Colombia, the international cannabis cultivation and export market is going to heat up a lot in 2023.
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Seven Cannabis Facility Design Trends to Watch in 2023
From simple upgrades to early adoption of high-tech solutions, we have seven predictions for the future of cannabis facility design in 2023.
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How Can My Cultivation Operation Benefit From LED and HVAC Rebates?
Energy rebates for cannabis companies switching to LED and efficient HVAC are available in most legal states.
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How Much Should Your Cannabis Business Budget for Clones and Seeds?
Deciding how much to budget for top quality cannabis genetics can be tricky whether you’re sourcing clones or starting with seeds. Here’s the magic formula.
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Why Vegetative Growth Is The Ultimate Deciding Factor for Grow Room Design Plans
Vegetative growth is the strategic starting point from which all other decisions about cannabis grow room design plans are made.
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How Top Cultivators Approach Sourcing MVP Cannabis Strains and Genetics
How do commercial cannabis cultivators decide which strains to grow? It takes all the finesse of drafting a baseball team.
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The Risks and Pitfalls of Sourcing Clones Through an Online Cannabis Nursery
Sourcing clones through an online cannabis nursery is convenient for cannabis cultivators. But there are risks, from disease to compliance
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Things Every Operator Needs to Know About HVAC Design and Dehumidification for Commercial Grows
HVAC design and dehumidification for commercial cannabis cultivation can have an impact on crop outcomes, as well as the grower’s bottom line
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Why Cannabis Cultivators Are Investing in Vertical Grow Facilities
Vertical grows, also called multi-tier systems, give cannabis producers an easy way to increase revenue without escalating operating costs.
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The Complete Guide to Lights for Indoor Cannabis Growing from HID to LED
HID lights have dominated the cannabis cultivation market for years. But LED Lights are becoming the go-to choice for many growers.
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How Cannabis Genetics Can Help Plant-Touching Businesses Sell More, for a Better Price
Having quality cannabis genetics is critical in commercial wholesale and retail markets. Here’s a look at what matters to dispensary buyers.
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Systems Integration, Cannabis Facility Design and Building Cannabis Infrastructure That Grows With Your Business
Get up to date on cannabis facility design: From new construction to retrofits, here’s an overview of cultivation infrastructure and systems integration.
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Are Seeds or Clones Better for Commercial Cannabis Cultivation?
These are the strains that have cannabis breeders, genetics experts and consumers excited this summer and beyond.
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What the Difference Is Between Autoflower and Feminized Seeds?
What’s the biggest difference between autoflower and feminized seeds? Learn how to balance flowering speed and high yields to maximize your grow’s potential.
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Hot Strain Summer: 3 Must-Try Cannabis Strains For 2022
These are the strains that have cannabis breeders, genetics experts and consumers excited this summer and beyond.
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What Commercial Cultivators Need to Know About Cannabis Genetics, Phenotypes and How to Build Strain Libraries
Cannabis genetics and phenotypes are central to commercial cultivation success. Here’s an overview on building strain libraries and sourcing clones and seeds.
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Next Big Crop: Cannabis Genetics Sourcing
Next Big Crop, you have access to award-winning cannabis strains sourced from some of the best-known breeders in the industry.
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NBC & Midz - Custom Cones Testimonial
We gave Custom Cones USA the opportunity to tour our new grow facility in Chickasha, Oklahoma. We talk cultivation, pre-rolls, packaging, and Midz!
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Everything We Learned Upgrading an Old Greenhouse for Cannabis Cultivation
Here's a Summary of Everything We Learned Upgrading an Old Greenhouse for Cannabis Cultivation. Take a look and let us know how we can help.
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How to Start a Cultivation Business: Here’s What You Need To Know Before Day One
Get expert advice on starting a cannabis business: Here’s the research and planning you should do first, and some cannabis cultivation business best practices.
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Cannacribs Podcast #8 - Next Big Crop and Jarret Ricci
Cannabis Consultant Jarret Ricci and Nick Morin of The Growers Network podcast Cannacribs talk growing insights and stories from the industry
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Why You Shouldn’t Cut Corners on Your Cultivation Facility Construction Budget
Ensure the success of your cannabis operation with a proper cultivation facility plan. Learn what common mistakes to avoid and tips for your business from our expert.
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Cultivators and Property Maximizing Facility Design
Learn why growers, consultants, property owners, and architects must work together to ensure your facility design provides optimal cannabis production.
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Vendor Spotlight: All About Argus Cannabis Controls Systems and Environmental Monitoring
Learn how Argus systems help your cultivation facility replicate success through cannabis cultivation automation and grow room environmental controls.
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Cannabis Compliance: The Beast with Many Tenticles
Cannabis Compliance is much more than inventory tracking. For cultivators, it can be easy to get tangled and tripped up in the bureaucracy.
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MJBiz Daily - Cannabis 101: Cultivation
Think growing marijuana is all about the cultivation process? Then you need to download this free report from the editors of Marijuana Business Daily
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How to Measure Cultivation Yield Metrics to Assess Per-Pound Overhead Costs
Wondering how to measure cultivation yield metrics to assess your cannabis facility’s productivity? Here are some grow room calculator formulas and food for thought.
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Vendor Spotlight: All About Dosatron Nutrient Delivery Systems
Looking to make automated fertigation easier in cannabis cultivation? Click here for an insider’s view on Dosatron’s Nutrient Delivery System.
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Authenticity and Transparency in the Cannabis Industry
Creating trust and transparency in the cannabis industry and in your cannabis business is critical. But what does authenticity in cannabis really mean?
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Growing Cannabis: Greenhouse vs. Indoor Cultivation
Think indoor grows will produce top-quality cannabis flower over greenhouse cultivation? Let us put that myth to rest with our head-to-head comparison.
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Top 5 Cannabis Cultivation Facility Systems Worth Automating
Automated cannabis cultivation systems ensure your marijuana plants consistently get the water, nutrients, and light they need. But that’s not all, and you can discover more!
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Grow Op Scaling: What a Facility Upgrade Could do for Your Cannabis Cultivation Business
Unsure about grow op scaling? Click here to learn about scalable cannabis business before you go dropping serious coin on upgrades.
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What Cannabis Cultivation Data to Collect, and Why
Collecting cannabis cultivation data helps growers achieve bigger and more consistent yields. Get intel about weed metrics and cannabis production measurements.
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How Inefficient Harvest Practices Can Ruin Your Profitability
Efficient cannabis harvesting is essential for modern cultivators. Here’s how the pros establish optimal commercial cannabis harvesting to produce higher profits.
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A Guide to Marijuana Cultivation Facility Finishes
Are you looking to select finishes for your marijuana cultivation facility? Learn how to do so efficiently and cost-effectively.
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Hand Watering Cannabis is Stupid. Prove Me Wrong.
Are you still committing the mistake of watering cannabis by hand? Then you better click here and find out why your grow is getting watered down.
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Hand Trimming Cannabis (at Scale) is Stupid. Prove Me Wrong.
The debate still rages on about how to trim weed at scale. Find out why hand trimming at commercial grow is the stupid option and why today is the day to fix it.
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How Many People Should it Take to Run this Facility, Really?
Are your labor costs for your cannabis cultivation out of control? Unsure of how to hire the right team? Learn how automation & manpower produce a well-run grow op.
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How Much Veg Space Do You Really Need at a Commercial Cannabis Grow?
Optimize your cannabis grow room by accurately determining the necessary vegetative space to maximize flower yields and operational efficiency.
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Cultivators Faring Best During COVID-19 Have This One Thing in Common
The coronavirus pandemic has no doubt thrown a massive wrench into business-as-usual for the cannabis industry. While the overall cannabis economy remains relatively strong, some cultivators are struggling far more than others to stay afloat during this crisis. And it’s becoming clear that those faring best have one thing in common
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Cannabis & Tech Today present: The Future of Commercial Cannabis Cultivation
Ready to learn more about the future of commercial cannabis cultivation? Hear what leading innovators in the field are having to say!
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An Introduction to Dehumidifying Your Cultivation Facility
The proper grow facility dehumidifier system can save your commercial cannabis grow op from a lot of trouble. Find out why your HVAC System is so critical.
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Commercial Cannabis Production Costs: What’s Included in the Cost to Produce a Pound of Flower?
When it comes to commercial cannabis production costs, it’s important to understand what the cultivator can control to maximize the bottom line.
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Automated Cannabis Cultivation Systems are Essential During a Crisis
Are you prepared to run your grow remotely or with a skeleton crew during an unexpected event? Learn why your grow needs automation to stay operational.
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5 Reasons Why Your Architect Needs Help Designing Your Cultivation Facility
Does your cannabis cultivation facility design need an upgrade? Find out why an architect should be working with you for optimal efficiency.
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Making Health and Safety Central to Your Cultivation Facility Maintenance
Do you have protocols in place to protect your team, your customers, and anyone involved with your operation? Get these tips for prioritizing your maintenance.
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An Argument for Switching Your Facility to an Automated Irrigation System
Great growers use great tools. Find out why automated irrigation systems for cannabis cultivation are an invaluable tool.
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How to Protect Your Cannabis Business From The Corona Virus
Protect your Cannabis Business from the Coronavirus with these tips and precautions
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Indoor Cultivation Facility Design Rules of Thumb
Top-shelf flower produced in commercial facilities always adheres to a few key rules. Check out our can't-miss tips for implementing an effective facility design.
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5 Common Cultivation Facility Design Mistakes
Cannabis cultivation facility design is complex and easy to get wrong—some errors can cost millions. Here are 5 cultivation facility design mistakes to avoid.
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This Automated Oklahoma Greenhouse Is the Future of Cannabis Facility Design
Learn how we designed Canna Culture's greenhouse facility in Oklahoma to use the latest technology that is changing the future of grows in the medical marijuana industry.
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Michigan Cultivators: Is Your Facility Ready To Succeed In An Uncertain Market?
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What is the Next Stage of Cannabis Investing?
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Next Big Crop Heads to MJBizCon2019 in Vegas
We’re heading to MJBizCON to share our knowledge at the largest and most influential B2B Cannabis conference in the world.
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Maximize Profits with Automated Cannabis Cultivation in Oklahoma
From craft to large scale cannabis cultivation, automation is the most effective way to dramatically improve your facility efficiencies and set your business apart from the competition.
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Illinois Marijuana Applications Have Landed!
LEVERAGE OUR EXTENSIVE EXPERIENCE IN 14 STATES TO SECURE YOUR LICENSE IN ILLINOIS
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ReLeaf Center is the first dispensary to open in Northwest Arkansas
Opening its doors on August 7th 2019, The Releaf Center’s mission is to provide patients and caregivers access to tested, high quality, affordable alternative solutions to meet the needs of their qualifying conditions.
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Back by popular demand: Two more tips for nailing your marijuana license application
Don't mess up your chance to obtain a license to cultivate. Learn expert tips on securing a cannabis business application from our Managing Director Rich Cardinal.
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Three marijuana licensing strategy tips from a seasoned cannabis entrepreneur
Getting a license for a legal cannabis business can be tough. Entrepreneur Rich Cardinal offers strategy tips for success.
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Op-ed: The future of low-cost cannabis
Are you worried about the inevitable drop in costs to produce a pound of cannabis? Our Managing Director Rich Cardinal discusses the future of the industry with Marijuana Venture.
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Marijuana Business Application to Cannabis Cultivation Goals Reality: Green Leaf Medical Case Study
Learn how we delivered a top-scoring marijuana business application for Green Leaf Medical and helped make their cannabis cultivation goals a reality.
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Cannabis compliance: how cultivation consultants can help you navigate complex marijuana laws
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While many cannabis cultivation consultants shy away from greenhouses, we don’t
Reduce the risk to your property investments by arming yourself with the critical knowledge from the experts at Next Big Crop.
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