high-CBD cultivar 'Peach Goliath' at harvest

The Value of Carbon Dioxide Enrichment to Increase Yield

By: Due Diligence Horticulture

January 27, 2025

Key Takeaways: Short-term increase in single-leaf photosynthesis at elevated CO2 is greater than the long-term increase in yield  CO2 enrichment from ambient to 1200 ppm...

graphic depicting Silica is deposited in cell walls, providing strength and resistance to fungal pathogens

Silicon: The Beneficial Element in Plant Cultivation

By: Due Diligence Horticulture

January 24, 2025

Silicon (Si) is the second most abundant element in earth’s crust and commonly present as silica (SiO₂). Although Si is not classified as an essential...

cannabis plants growing under JumpLights grow lights

Volatile Compounds in Cannabis: From Synthesis to Scent

By: Due Diligence Horticulture

January 22, 2025

Cannabis produces a complex array of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that contribute to its distinct aroma. These compounds include terpenes, volatile sulfur compounds (VSCs), and...

graphic depicting photobleaching on a cannabis plant

What Photobleaching Is and How to Avoid It When Growing Cannabis

By: Aaron Lichtig

January 14, 2025

We often hear concerns from our customers about “photobleaching.” No one wants their cannabis to come out “bleached.” It just doesn’t look right. We asked...

cannabis plants being exposed to increased UV exposure

Ultraviolet Radiation, Cannabinoids, and An Unequivocally Equivocal Contribution

By: Due Diligence Horticulture

January 7, 2025

Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is often touted as an effective tool to increase cannabinoid production in cannabis cultivation. The premise is that UV acts as an...