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Tag: certified-organic
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BlueSky Organics wins the 2021 Grow-up award for the “Best Growing Media.”
Vernon BC: BlueSky Organics Corporation (BSO) manufacturer of specialized soil and nutrient blends for organic cannabis and agriculture production has been voted ”Best Growing Media,” at the prestigious Grow-up National Cannabis awards
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Cannabis production shifting to craft and organic
It is no secret that the North American consumer is taking note of agriculture practices when it comes to their food, and that has increasingly become a theme in the cannabis industry as well.
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The Environmental Impact of Starter Plugs & Rockwool
One of the pressing concerns of this new decade will be water scarcity. Countries such as Australia are preparing for so called “Day Zeros”, when water is predicted to run out. Turning off the tap while brushing teeth and showering less often are small ways we can help make a big difference. However, tackling the…
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Companion Planting for Organic Growing
Organic growth is focused on the big picture, on sustainable plant growth that benefits the whole ecosystem. In the Foundations of Fertilizer, we covered how organic fertilizers are more environmentally friendly and better for your grow than synthetic fertilizers. In this post, we’ll be talking about how you can avoid synthetic pesticides and pesky pests…
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The Importance of pH for Cannabis Growers
In Understanding Soil pH: A Beginner’s Guide, we talked briefly about what pH is and how it relates to cannabis. This time, we’re digging deeper! In this article, we’ll look at the importance of pH for cannabis growers and introduce environmental factors into the equation. Maintaining the optimal pH for your plants may seem complicated,…
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Myco-Grow & The Benefits of Mycorrhizae
It’s easy to assume that plant roots are simple water sponges. Plants require water to grow, and they draw this water from roots in the ground. While true, this is a radically simplified version of what happens at the root-soil interface. Plant roots are much more complex. They interact with microorganisms and fungi to form…
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Composting: the Basics and the Benefits
The act of composting is as old as farming itself. There are many documented cases of composting in history, yet there’s still a sense of mystery surrounding it. From green bins in kitchens where we toss away our vegetable peelings, into rich, fertile soil, where does the transformation happen? When do food scraps become compost?…
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The Foundations of Fertilizer
It’s common knowledge that fertilizers give your plants an extra boost, but how? In this article, you’ll learn basics on fertilizers, what an NPK ratio is, and five reasons why an organic fertilizer is the best choice for savvy growers. What is Fertilizer? Fertilizers are natural or synthetic products that contain the essential nutrients for…
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Organic vs Conventional Farming: Part II
In Part I of the Organic vs. Conventional farming series, we made a case against conventional farming. With growing practices involving toxic chemicals, tillage, and heavy irrigation, the rate at which topsoil is being damaged is simply not sustainable. If drastic changes are not made, all of the words topsoil could be gone in 60…
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Organic vs Conventional Farming: Part I
There is a common misconception in agriculture, that organic farming can’t sustain our growing population. Most people understand the benefits of organic growing, but are misguided to believe that it is a luxury only for those who can afford it. Conventional farming, with its ability to out-perform organic only in the short-term, has convinced us…