Cannabis agronomic science is advancing at a frenetic pace through the social construct of “hemp” in the United States. The dizzying array of data being generated by universities, private companies, and committed individuals have critical implica...
By Matthew Otten, Oregon CBD Research Chemistry Lab DirectorIt’s that time of year when we receive messages from customers about lab results. We love to celebrate successes and are here to help troubleshoot less than successes. We are regularly dis...
The science behind triploid cannabis varieties is remarkably simple - but the process to getting our varieties into triploid form has been a 3 year project. Learn more about the exciting advancements for the cannabis industry as well as some more inf...
Greenhouses rule Using a greenhouse is the most reliable method of germinating hemp seeds for outdoor production. Temperature, humidity, and soil moisture levels are much easier to regulate, and supplemental lighting can be added to lengthen day...
Preparing your field should be based around your particular conditions. Many fields that have not been worked for quite some time may require a deep plowing to begin, then subsequent disking and harrowing to smooth out the rest of the field. The end ...
After 5 years of R&D field trials and a few years of full-on production, we've learned a few things about field preparations. Take a few lessons from co-owner Eric Crawford on how to get your fields in tip-top shape before you plant. Subscri...
Between broken pipes, seized pumps, and clogged lines, it can seem like a full-time job just to keep the water flowing on your hemp fields. And with the infinite amount of soil types and weather patterns out there, there is absolutely no 'one size fi...
We don't. While it can be tempting to top your plants, we don’t recommend it. It is a tough job for roots to hold up a plant loaded with colas, and topping to produce more “tops” may only cause the plant to topple. Not to mention the time ...
By Andrea GarfinkelWith our molecular marker-assisted breeding program in full force, we're having to call in robot reinforcements to help us keep up! Don't worry, the robot hasn't replaced any of our scientists. Our moves towards automation ju...
Hearty congratulations to Paul and his team at Horn Creek Hemp for winning gold in the hemp category at the Cultivation Classic today with Suver Haze! They also took home the winning "credible cultivar" entry with Sour Space Candy. Who won silv...
Fasciation is a fascinating genetic mutation in cannabis often mistaken for polyploidy. Watch as Seth Crawford walks through our R&D field of CBDV rich hemp cultivars and explains the phenomenon in a mutant filled crop.
We brought the first pure CBD autos to market in 2017 and conducted large scale trials in 2018 to test the impact of a number of different variables affecting their growth and field production success. The biggest plant in the 2018 trials was a...
In recent years there has been a big buzz building around novel cannabinoids. Initially THC and CBD were the only go to’s for human consumption, but the desire to explore and experience the unknown has led to consumers and health professionals alik...