About this episode

The episode features insights on modern cannabis cultivation from experts at Harbor House Collective.

In episode 144, host Cian sits down with Jason Van Leuven and Cory Desloge, Director of Cultivation at Harbor House Collective, Massachusetts, for a look into modern cultivation. The conversation is packed with actionable insights on tech adoption, nutrient strategies, and the shifting landscape of the Massachusetts cannabis market. Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode: Cory Desloge’s background in commercial growing and how Harbor House Collective stands out in the industry. The crucial role of automation and sensor data in scaling operations, improving consistency, and allowing more time for focused plant care. A hands-on discussion about substrate EC management, custom nutrient blends, and experimenting with nutritional steering to optimize yield and quality. Market realities in Massachusetts, including recent price drops, economic challenges, and shifting consumer preferences for quality and potency. The value of genetic diversity, ongoing consumer education, and how the future of cannabis may parallel the evolution of the wine and craft beer industries, with a nod to small-batch, specialty products and immersive consumer experiences.

People in this episode

Host: Cian

Guests: Jason Van Leuven, Cory Desloge

Topics covered

• modern cultivation
• tech adoption
• nutrient strategies
• cannabis market
• automation
• genetic diversity

Keywords

• cultivation
• cannabis
• automation
• nutrients
• Massachusetts market
• consumer preferences
• genetic diversity

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Harbor House Collective

Places: Massachusetts

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