Cultivator Chronicles: The Cutting-Edge Science Of Cannabis Cultivation
Ethos Cannabis, operating in Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and Maryland, emphasizes foundational practices to improve cannabis yield and quality. Steve Garner, VP of cultivation, highlights the importance of strong basics over quick fixes that he believes all cannabis companies should be implementing.
“First and foremost, we are firm believers in the importance of fundamentals. Many growers are looking for that ‘silver bullet’ that gives them the edge over others, and we believe they skip right over the fact that they are limited by missing out on sound cultivation techniques,” he said.
Real-Time Data for Optimal Crop Management
Ethos employs advanced technology to monitor crop health in real-time. Stem diameter and sap flow sensors provide immediate feedback, allowing for precise adjustments to environmental conditions and irrigation. This approach enhances growth and stress management during the flowering cycle, resulting in higher-quality cannabis.
The company partners with diagnostic labs for early detection to address threats from pathogens like Hop Latent Viroid, Fusarium, and pythium. It …