Many growers have different techniques for growing cannabis. Time tested, many growers are set in their ways. The old saying goes; “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it”. This is a good philosophy however, if you are unaware of a plant’s potential you will fail…

This is the interview of Aaron from July, 2022… https://cannabisradio.com/audio/7998/979462 Vivian is also the editor of Skunk Magazine, look for an extended interview and story on Big Island Genetics this fall!

Let’s get this straight: if you’re still running an 18/6 or—heaven forbid—a 24/0 light schedule in veg, you’re not a cutting-edge grower. You’re a zombie grower. Marching in lockstep to outdated advice, burning watts, and burning money. Meanwhile, your plants are screaming, “Professor Potgrower would…

Organic, Proven, and Straight from the Big Island Let’s be real — if you’re seeing damage, it’s already been happening. Whiteflies, mites, aphids, thrips, powdery mildew, black leaf spot, rust… by the time you notice stippling or curling, those freeloaders have been partying on your…

No. It isn’t. And the panic around it says more about who’s panicking than about what’s actually happening.I’ll be honest — this is a weird one to write. Not because it’s complicated, but because it’s hard to hold onto what actually matters while letting go…

Humidity Is Your Friend: The Hawaiian Grower’s Guide to VPD, Rainforest Air, and Perfect Plant Health     Most mainland growers hear the word “humidity” and immediately clutch their pearls like someone just said ‘powdery mildew’ in a crowded room. They’ve been conditioned by desert grow charts,…

When asked how much light do you give your plants for vegative cycles you may get many different answers. When asked why or how they learned of their choice answers get a little fuzzy. The most common answer is hours on and 6 hours off…