Growing Insights

Our thoughts and insights on technology, methodology, and industry trends for all things related to the LED grow light world.

Fertigation for Cannabis Grows: What You Need to Know

By: Aaron Lichtig

March 20, 2026

Most growers understand that cannabis is a hungry crop. It needs a steady, well-timed supply of nutrients to develop properly, and when that supply is...

The Impact of Low Lighting Levels on Commercial Cannabis Grows

By: Aaron Lichtig

March 20, 2026

There's a lot of conversation in commercial cannabis about the risks of too much light on plants. These include photobleaching, light burn, and stressed plants...

ETS MAX Grow Lights hanging in greenhouse

Lighting Uniformity vs. Photon Output: Why Balance Matters

By: Aaron Lichtig

March 16, 2026

There's a number that gets thrown around a lot in growing: PPF, or photosynthetic photon flux. It tells you how much light a fixture produces...

Common Lighting Mistakes Cannabis Growers Make and How to Fix Them

By: Aaron Lichtig

March 16, 2026

A JumpLights-based guide for maximizing canopy performance and avoiding preventable lighting issues. Successful cannabis cultivation depends heavily on lighting quality, uniformity, and placement. Even small...

close-up of cannabis at Lyfted Farms

How Uniform Lighting Improves Cannabis Flower Consistency

By: Aaron Lichtig

November 7, 2025

If you grow cannabis, you know that consistency is key. When one part of your canopy produces dense, high-quality buds and another comes out light...

More Light Isn’t Always Better in Cannabis Cultivation

By: Aaron Lichtig

November 7, 2025

More light doesn’t automatically mean that you’ll get higher yields. There’s a limit to how much light your plants can use before it starts doing...

District Farms lettuce plants in a greenhouse

Optimizing Lettuce Growth with Phasic Lighting

By: Aaron Lichtig

November 6, 2025

A lighting strategy isn’t usually the first thing that comes to mind when growing lettuce. But the spectrum you choose can make all the difference...

ETS MAX 7A LED Grow Light Optimized for Greenhouse Cannabis

How Light Spectrums Impact Your Cannabis Cultivation

By: Aaron Lichtig

November 6, 2025

Choosing the right light spectrum for your cannabis grow can make a big difference and impact how your plants develop and much yield you should...

Lighting Basics Every Grower Should Know

By: Aaron Lichtig

November 6, 2025

The right lighting setup can increase your yields and enhance plant quality, but understanding lighting terminology and processes can be a bit intimidating.  We’re breaking...