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MH vs HPS Grow Lights & HPS vs LED Lights for Marijuana Dec 09, 2020

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Choosing the best grow lights is one of the most important first steps for any cannabis cultivator. All cannabis plants will need lights to grow. Lights allow plants to perform photosynthesis and therefore feed themselves and grow.

But, what are the most common types of grow lights used by cannabis cultivators? Luckily for you, we have broken it down into two parts, as we do every PotCast, to compare the three primary types of grow lights - MH, HP, and LED.

First up, Kronic compares MH and HPS grow lights. MH lights, otherwise known as Metal Halide lights are pretty common as are High-Pressure Sodium lights, but which one is better? Largely this depends on a number of factors and either may be preferred by different people. Much of this comes down to the price, how much electricity they consume, and their efficiency as well as what they provide for your plants.

Then, in the second half of the PotCast, Kronic looks at HPS in comparison with LEDs or Light Emitting Diodes. LEDs are fast becoming a favorite for many growers; find out why this is and how they compare to HPS lights in this week's PotCast!

Creating the Perfect Climate for Growing Indoors and Controlling Humidity Dec 02, 2020

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One of the key components to successful indoor cannabis grow is ensuring that the environment in which you grow is as beneficial to your plants as possible. There are certain factors that you must monitor to make sure your cannabis plants don't suffer as a result. Not only does creating the perfect indoor growing environment allow you to fend off disease but it also helps your plants reach their optimum potential.

If you're wondering how exactly you do this, then this is the right PotCast for you! Listen up as Kronic explains how to get the most out of your indoor grow setup!

But, that's not all we've got for this week! Kronic follows on from his discussion of perfect indoor growing climates with a segment on controlling humidity in the grow room. This is arguably one of the trickiest things to control and maintain but luckily your favorite PotCast host Kronic is here to lend a hand!

What are the medical benefits of CBD? & What is CBG and how do you extract it? Nov 26, 2020

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We all know CBD, there is very little a person can do to escape this cannabinoid. Nowadays, CBD is everywhere, in cosmetic products, commercial vape liquids, medicine, and even actual weed.

This abundance of CBD products has led to the market becoming somewhat oversaturated which may lead people to believe CBD is simply a trend as opposed to a substance of serious medical benefit. However, this is not the case, in this PotCast your favorite host Kronic will investigate the medical potential of CBD, looking at the effects it has on the body and how it can be used to the best possible result.

In the second portion, we will look at the new cannabinoid on the block, CBG.

CBG is becoming more and more popular as alternative medicine and if recent trends are anything to go by, CBG could be vying to take CBD's throne.

In fact, we have started stocking more and more high CBG strains to grow which are part of our Wellness category. If you choose to buy and grow any of these seeds, you may want to extract the CBG directly instead of consuming the bud as it is. By extracting CBG you can then use it to create tinctures, infusions, oils, and much more.

This can be a tricky process but luckily Kronic is here to help you out.

How to Stop your Plant from Turning Hermaphrodite & The Difference Between True Hermaphrodite and Nanners Nov 18, 2020

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Having a cannabis plant turn into a hermaphrodite can be bad, really bad - a hermaphrodite plant is basically a female cannabis plant that begins to develop male traits, for example, pollen. A hermaphrodite cannabis plant can completely ruin your crops by accidentally pollinating your female plants which renders them unable to develop flowers.

Lucky for you, in this week's PotCast episode we will be looking at some of the causes of hermaphrodite marijuana plants and also give you advice on everything you can do to prevent this from happening.

But that's not all, while we're on the topic of hermaphrodites we will also check out how you can differentiate between true hermaphrodite cannabis plants and nanners.

Nanners is a bizarre occurrence during the flowering period which causes your plant 'bananas' which are male pollen sacs embedded within the buds. They will soon start to pollinate the flowers, therefore they are also very dangerous to your crops.

If all this sounds like a cannabis cultivator's worst nightmare, then why not listen to this PotCast? We will give you everything you need to combat and prevent this from happening.

Introducing the Homegrown Veterans Association - Interview with Eric Goepel from the Veterans Cannabis Coalition Nov 11, 2020

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It is our great pleasure to present to you: Homegrown Veterans Association (HVA) in partnership with Veterans Cannabis Coalition (VCC) - Homegrown Cannabis Co. is committed to providing veterans with the resources they need to grow their own cannabis for both medicinal and recreational purposes.

This Veterans Day (11/11/2020), for every 10 CBD White Widow Auto, Haze Auto, or Amnesia Lemon Feminized seeds purchased, Homegrown Cannabis Co. will be donating 1 seed to VCC to help provide veterans with the resources they need to grow cannabis and make their lives easier.

To celebrate the launch of this exciting new partnership, we have an interview with Eric Goepel, the founder, and CEO of Veterans Cannabis Coalition, who graciously sat down for a chat with Nate Hammer to discuss everything from his background in the military, the way veterans are treated after being discharged, his first experiences with cannabis and what he hopes to achieve by partnering with Homegrown!

After serving 7 years in the military, doing numerous tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, Eric Goepel returned home at the age of 25. Like many veterans, Eric suffered from a multitude of ailments commonly associated with PTSD; nightmares, and trouble sleeping being chief among them. After a few months of being home, Eric tried cannabis for the first time and found that it helped him relieve his PTSD and relax. Not content with simply providing himself respite, Eric began to get involved in legislation and fighting for the rights of veterans in Washington. With a particular focus on veterans' rights to medicinal cannabis, Eric Goepel found Veterans Cannabis Coalition alongside fellow Iraq War veteran Bill Ferguson.

Homegrown Cannabis Co. is extremely proud of this partnership and we are looking forward to helping out veterans in any way we can. Look out for more content from VCC members, affiliates, and veterans in the future.

How To Sex Cannabis Plants & Everything You Need To Know About Marijuana Leaves Nov 04, 2020

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As I'm sure most are aware, when it comes to cannabis plants, like many living things, they can be male or female. However, the sex of cannabis plants greatly impacts the outcome of your grow. You may have noticed how many cannabis cultivators refer to their plants as 'girls' - this is because anyone growing cannabis for consumption will solely grow female plants as feminized cannabis plants are the only ones that produce buds. Male plants are useless and can actually be detrimental if you're looking to solely grow for consumption, however, they are useful when it comes to breeding or producing seeds.

But how can you tell if your cannabis plants are male or female? Let's hear what Kronic has to say!

In the second part of this PotCast, Kronic turns his gaze to cannabis leaves. Apart from their iconic look and de-fact position as an international cannabis symbol, cannabis leaves are an extremely important component to the overall growth and survival of your plants. They absorb water, nutrients, and play a key role in photosynthesis.

How To Store Cannabis Seeds & What Do Marijuana Plants Need To Thrive? Oct 21, 2020

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The first portion of this PotCast focuses on a very important topic that is overlooked far too often, that being how to store marijuana seeds. Kronic discusses the best way to store marijuana seeds and how to preserve marijuana seeds so that you can keep them for as long as possible without germinating them.

How long do cannabis seeds last? This really depends on the method you use for storing cannabis seeds, if you follow Kronic's guidelines we're sure you'll be able to extend your marijuana seed shelf life for many months, even years after you originally bought them.

For further guidance on how to store weed seeds, head over to our website and check out our article and accompanying video guide!

The final half of this week's PotCast looks at all the elements required for a cannabis plant to thrive and grow to its full potential. Going through all the equipment you'll need, nutrients, space and much more - Kronic really provides a great roadmap for those looking to get the best out of their cannabis seeds!

Top 10 Biggest Mistakes New Growers Make & What Are Fast Version Seeds? Oct 14, 2020

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This week's PotCast presents an all-new format with two topics, meaning double the discussion topics for even more education.

First up is a look at the 10 Biggest Mistakes New Growers Make - find out what errors novice growers make and how to avoid these mistakes. There are many mistakes made by new growers that may seem minor but can have catastrophic ramifications later in the grow cycle. Don't fret, those mistakes can be easily avoided, listen to Kronic explain how!

The second subject is a deep dive into the topic of Fast Version cannabis seeds - one of the more mysterious categories of marijuana seeds, a photoperiod but with speedy growth similar to an autoflower. With Fast Version seeds being relatively new on the market, there isn't a whole lot of information readily available, so hit play and get an exclusive scoop on all things Fast Version!

All About PH Oct 07, 2020

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Maintaining the correct pH level is extremely important when growing marijuana. Cannabis pH levels naturally fluctuate if not monitored and controlled correctly. This is due to a number of factors, many of which Kronic discusses in this week's PotCast - alongside ways growers can manage and maintain the optimal pH balance throughout their grow cycle.

Which Grow Pot Size Fits Your Space? Sep 30, 2020

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Hi there, I'm Kronic from The Cannabis Kronicles, but you can call me Derek. I live in Colorado with chronic pain and depression which I grow my own medicine to treat. I believe every single person is capable of cultivating cannabis: - not just average cannabis, but incredible medicinal cannabis. Cultivating your plants is not only freeing financially but very rewarding mentally. I love seeing my girls grow and knowing I'm giving them everything they need, and most of all I love knowing where everything is coming from that I put into my plant as well. I can grow organic and not worry about pesticides or other solvents that may end up in cannabis if you sought it out other ways. I want to express how easy growing can be for the beginner and how not scary it is, it's an investment but one that will give back to you more than you could ever imagine You become less reliant on the world to make your problems feel better or more manageable. I'm a sponsored Homegrown Cannabis Co grower, I recommend their genetics for your medicinal and recreational needs. For me, their plants help with everything I'm dealing with and more. They produce top-shelf genetics at a level even the new growers can handle. I run a youtube channel called The Cannabis Kronicles where I teach you homegrowers how to grow cannabis, as well as this weekly podcast for Homegrown Cannabis Co. Come join me on my growing journey and see how this amazing plant can save lives, aid ailments, and create happiness when none is there. - Derek "Kronic" LaRose

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