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...
Lighting Insights
Our thoughts and insights on technology, methodology, and industry trends for all things related to the LED grow light world.
Ultraviolet Radiation, Cannabinoids, and An Unequivocally Equivocal Contribution
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...
HPS Lights vs. LED Grow Lights: Advantages and Disadvantages
December 30, 2024
One of the most common questions our customers at JumpLights ask is about the relative benefits of HPS lights vs. LED lights. Choosing your lights...
Importance of Genetic Trialing and Phenohunting
December 30, 2024
One of the greatest challenges facing cannabis cultivators is the demand for new and exotic genetics. While some “legacy genetics” will always have a place...
PPF, PPE and PPFD: Definitions and Applications in LED Lighting Solutions
December 12, 2024
When I started working at JumpLights, I needed to learn basic lighting terminology that people in our industry use to talk about the power and...
Photoperiodism: Principles and Applications in Cannabis Cultivation
December 11, 2024
Photoperiod, or day-length, is an important cue used to regulate seasonal activities by many organisms, including birds[1], insects[2], and even some microbes that only live...
Growing Under High Light Intensity: Factors to Consider for Cannabis and Other Agricultural Products
December 10, 2024
Increasing light intensity in a cultivation system for crops like cannabis and lettuce is much like installing a powerful sports-car engine into a vehicle. Just...
What Questions Should You Ask Under Canopy Lighting Vendors?
November 26, 2024
Under canopy lighting is all the rage in the cannabis industry, and with good reason. Research has shown that they can improve premium flower yields...
Assisting Local Companies in Securing REAP Grants
October 15, 2024
One of our driving forces at JumpLights is the pursuit of success for our customers. It’s what motivated us to help District Farms, a local...
