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If you are a grower or owner looking to optimize your existing or new cultivation facility or anyone looking to cultivate more in less space, then this is the show for you. Each week, join Host Michael Williamson as he travels across the country, to explore the world of vertical farming and the future of cannabis and food production through his conversations with leading industry operators, growers and executives who are demonstrating success and resilience as growers and cultivators. Each e ...
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Come along with me on my journey through horticultural jobs and duties and discussions. Topic like trainer assessor EPA WHOLE SALES NURSERY Plants in Corporate industry Pest diseases Fruit veggies Flowers Indoor plants
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Homegrown Horticulture podcast helps solve your gardening dilemmas with a focus on growing plants in the Intermountain West. We offer tips on everything from great heirloom tomatoes to awesome trees and shrubs for the yard that do well in our unique climate. For the latest researched based information relevant to you, listen to the Homegrown Horticulture Podcast, a production of Utah State University Extension.
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This podcast looks into what's going on with in the agricultural extension world. I will talk your ear off about the food system, farming, plants, community development and much more!
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📺 Subscribe & Watch on YouTube Introduction & Guest Overview: Michael Williamson and Anders Peterson host Cultivation Elevated, discussing innovations in vertical farming and cannabis production. They welcome Cale Winters, owner of Rhythm Cultivation Solutions and Services (Rhythm CSS), which specializes in horticultural automation and controls. Ba…
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📺 Subscribe & Watch on YouTube Introduction: Hosts Michael Williamson and Anders Peterson introduce this episode of "Cultivation Elevated" - the episode's focus on airflow mapping and quantification in vertical farming and cannabis production. Project Example: Michael shares his experience working on a startup project and the importance of commissi…
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📺 Subscribe & Watch on YouTube Podcast Title & Hosts: Cultivation Elevated, hosted by Michael Williamson and Anders Peterson. Episode Topic: Discussion on retrofitting cannabis cultivation facilities, energy rebates, and emerging markets for cannabis. Guest Speakers: Mitch Galton (Director of Business Development) and Brett Cherniack (VP of Sales) …
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Have you ever done everything right when planting a tree, only to have it struggle or fail in the end? It might not have been your fault! You could have been installing sub-standard trees that were never going to do well because of the way they were grown in the pot. Jason Summers is an expert arboritst and horticulturist from Melbourne in Victoria…
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📺 Subscribe & Watch on YouTube Mike Zartarian’s Background: Mike shares his journey from working as a design engineer to focusing on controlled environment agriculture, including his work in both indoor vegetable production and cannabis cultivation. He co-founded Zartarian Engineering with Mike Siegel and has been instrumental in designing holistic…
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Are native and endemic plants better than exotic plants for biodiversity in urban landscapes? The answer is, it depends. By now, you expect a nuanced exploration into complex ideas like this when you tune into the Plants Grow Here podcast. As a qualified horticulturist with well over a decade in landscape maintenance and horticulture, it bothers me…
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📺 Subscribe and watch on our Youtube channel Introduction Hosts: Michael Williamson and Anders Peterson. Guest: Ian Miller, CEO of Catalyst BC. Ian's background includes raising significant private equity, working in various sectors including high-end yachts, and being on the founding team of Loop Pay. Discussion Topics Financial Modeling Challenge…
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Yeah, yeah yeah - right plant, right place. But what does this old cliche mean in the real world? In this episode, I break down the old concept into site parameters (restrictions) and plant functions (desirable traits). Site Parameter Examples Available space Temperature Frost Wind Altitude Humidity Topography Substrate Mulch Average rainfall Droug…
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📺 Subscribe and watch on our Youtube channel This Cultivation Elevated episode primarily focuses on advanced cultivation strategies for cannabis indoors, covering topics ranging from substrate selection to irrigation strategies and environmental control. Substrate Selection and Characteristics Anders and Michael discuss various substrates used in c…
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Welcome to part 3 of our horticulture trial series. In the last two episodes, Dr Ian Smith helped us understand how to plan a scientific horticulture trial, and how to collect our data. In this episode, we're going to learn how to make sense of that data and put it to use. If you haven't listened to the previous two episodes yet, perhaps go and sta…
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📺 Subscribe and watch on our Youtube channel Michael and Andres discussed Retrofitting, transitioning from single-tier cultivation to multi-tiered cultivation. Retrofitting is prominent in maturing markets, driven by factors like energy codes (e.g., Title 24 in California) and rebate programs. Incentives such as rebates facilitate the transition to…
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In last week's episode, friend of the show Dr Ian Smith taught us how to set up a horticulture trial. In this episode, he's going to teach us how to run a trial as well as how to collect and record data. The scientific approach is a disciplined way of finding the truth of the matter. Instead of going by our beliefs, we strip ourselves of preconcept…
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How are you trialling new approaches in the landscape? If you're like me, you're writing notes in an app (at best), or you're just keeping all of your ideas in your head (at worst). Did you know there's a better way? It's called the scientific approach, and it'd been pretty beneficial for society as a whole. Instead of approaching horticulture in a…
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📺 Subscribe and watch on our Youtube channel The discussion revolves around the optimization of labor and space efficiency in cannabis cultivation. Anders and Michael highlight the importance of streamlining labor processes and minimizing touch-points to increase productivity and reduce costs. They emphasize the significance of time-saving measures…
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📺 Subscribe and watch on our Youtube channel Michael and Anders cover topics such as tier heights in flower rooms, considerations for tier spacing, pros and cons of different heights, ideal tier spacing, and considerations for veg and mother rooms. Overall, they emphasize the importance of considering factors like lighting efficiency, airflow effic…
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How can we protect trees during development? In this episode, consulting arborist Gary Moran and I explore his usual recommendations for clients wishing to protect their trees during development, whether that's for a private, commercial, or public project. Trees might take a long time to show stress, so just because it looks great when construction…
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Check us out at https://landgraflawncare.ca Adopting a green approach to gardening transcends labor-saving; it’s about fostering a healthier Earth. Envision your garden evolving into a mosaic of lush ground covers and flourishing wildflower meadows, a spectrum of vitality supplanting the usual green expanse.…
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Welcome to The Horticulture Hub Podcast, your go-to audio space for all things green and growing. Sponsored by the experts at Landgraf Lawn Care, this podcast is a verdant journey through the world of plants, soil, and sustainable gardening practices. if you would like more information please contact us on our website https://landgraflawncare.ca…
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Step into the world of mulch mastery with The Horticulture Hub Podcast. Today, we’re breaking down the ultimate guide to mulch maintenance in Calgary, brought to you by the experts at Landgraf Lawn Care. if you would like more information please contact us on our website https://landgraflawncare.ca Discover the secrets to perfect landscaping with o…
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📺 Subscribe and watch on our Youtube channel Introduction and Background This episode of Cultivation Elevated discusses vertical farming and the future of cannabis and food production. Guest Atiyyah Ferouz is introduced as a consultant, educator, plant scientist, and CEO/co-founder of AgCann Consultancy and the International Cannabis Quality Standa…
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A sound understanding of hardscape elements is a good feather in the cap for any horticulturist, maintenance operator, or garden enthusiast. Sadly, most of us never get a chance to learn about this part of the garden because we only get to play in the dirt. In this episode, Joel Barnett (In Style Gardens, The Landscaping Podcast) guides us through …
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📺 Subscribe and watch on our Youtube channel Veg Timing Importance: Timing veg growth is crucial for determining plant height and structure before transitioning to the flowering phase. It directly impacts yield and performance in the grow. Vegetative Phase Overview: The vegetative phase involves keeping plants under an 18-hour photo period, allowin…
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I don't talk about myself much on this podcast - we tend to stick to the art and science of horticulture and interrelated disciplines. But I was recently interviewed by Joel Barnett about my recent move from Melbourne to Brisbane and the reasons behind it, my career journey, and the fact that my wife Kirstie and I are expecting a baby later this ye…
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📺 Subscribe & Watch on YouTube European Cannabis Market Variances: The European cannabis market varies significantly depending on the country. Spain still has a significant black market presence, while countries like Switzerland, Holland, Germany, and Malta are more interested in multi-tier cultivation due to advancements in legalization and commer…
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Everybody wants a silver bullet for plant pests and diseases, but they usually end up causing more issues than they solve in the long run. Integrated Pest Management, or IPM, is an approach to managing pests in accordance with nature's rhythms. Instead of reaching straight for a chemical control, we can influence a number of factors that put pests …
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Welcome to the Horticulture Hub Podcast, where we dig into the heart of gardening to bring you the best tips and tricks for a thriving outdoor space. In today’s episode, we’re peeling back the layers of mulch to uncover its incredible advantages for gardeners everywhere. if you would like more information please contact us on our website https://la…
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📺 Subscribe & Watch on YouTube Spannabis Experience: Anders shared his personal experience at Spannabis, highlighting the vibrant social club scene in Barcelona and the excitement around cannabis culture and legalization. They particularly enjoyed the hash scene, with notable mention of Piatella hash and its unique curing process. International Tra…
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Most people wouldn't consider a permaculture mindset for a public park or an ornamental garden. But that's a missed opportunity, because it could help individuals, organisations and councils reduce their maintenance budgets while increasing plant health and positive biodiversity outcomes. The 12 principles of permaculture can be applied whether or …
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This week, we're celebrating 200 episodes! My mentor, Karen Smith, editor of Hort Journal Australia, interviews me about my picks for the "best" 10 episodes. To pick only 10 episodes was an impossible task, but I've narrowed it down to a few essential chats that I believe all my listeners should listen to at least once. From Integrated Weed Managem…
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Did you get a chance to see Peter Donegan's phenomenal garden design A Moment In Time at the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show (MIFGS) this year? We spoke about it in Ep.181 A Daydream Supported By A Series of Equations, but I wanted to touch in after the event finished to get his perspective on how everything went, and if he actually …
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The Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show has wrapped for another year! In this episode, I interview the designers behind three show garden highlights from this year's Show. We'll get to hear the inspiration behind the story and message behind each of their gardens, and we'll chat about their creative choices with materials and plant palette…
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The Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show has wrapped for another year! Each year, we like to interview some of the garden designers to get an insight into what ideas, philosophies, trends, and plants are floating in the cultural zeitgeist. Friend of the show, Dr Ian Smith interviews some of the Boutique, Achievable and Border garden designe…
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A garden is never finished. It's going to change throughout the year, and the seasons. It should be getting better over time instead of worse. And it should also provide you with multiple yields, whether that's a food crop, supporting biodiversity, reducing soil salinity, providing shade, making the space appear larger, or simply bringing you joy. …
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Sydney. Or, click the AIH events link below. Diptera (flys) The Good Hoverfly Robber flies The bad Leaf miners Fruit flies (not vinegar flies) The inbetween Blowflies, bottle flies and house flies Fungus gnats Coleoptera (Beetles) Beneficials Ladybird (Coccinellidae) Ground beetles (Carabidae) Rove beetle (Staphylinidae) The neutrals Plague Soldier…
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Have you ever wondered whether plants can communicate? And if they can, how do they do so? Katia Hougaard is back, and this time we explore the science behind plant communication. We discuss VOCs, plant blood tests, visual signs, sounds, Venus fly traps, predators, pests, and much more. We even ponder what science has yet to prove or disprove regar…
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In this episode, we go over more than a dozen topics quickly, based around the Hort Journal's editor's best article picks for 2023. Karen Smith is my mentor and also the editor for our Australian horticulture industry's best magazine, and she has her finger on the pulse when it comes to amenity hort in this country. You'll hear about emerging pest …
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In this episode, I interview Paul Plant about what we're getting wrong as a whole industry when working with wholesale nurseries in particular, and how we can tighten up our game. I wanted to know stuff like, how are miscommunications and poor choices costing landscapers, arborists and horticulturists time, money, and project efficiency? Are hortic…
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Have you ever worked for a company that took horticultural excellence seriously within the landscape design, construction and maintenance sectors? This episode is a case study on a company called Yards, which was started by a connection of mine from the AIH, Ben French. In this episode, I interview him and two of his staff, Amanda and Dale, about w…
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Do you know how to assess a tree's health and safety? And do you know how to do so in a systematic way to ensure you don't miss any major clues? This episode is designed to teach non-arborists within the landscape and horticulture sector what to look for when inspecting trees. What signs tell us that a tree is doing well? And what signs tell us we …
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📺 Subscribe & Watch on YouTube In this insightful episode of "Cultivation Elevated," host Michael Williamson sits down with Sia of Grow Motion, to delve into the intricate world of the European cannabis industry. They navigate the complexities of establishing a thriving cannabis enterprise in Switzerland, from crafting a unique brand that resonates…
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Have you ever tendered for a property development project, only to be rejected for some unknown reason? Why is it that some people are able to win work from property developers, while others seem to struggle with this type of client? It may have something to do with your ability to meet them on their own wavelength. Sometimes, as horticulturists, e…
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Do you know the secret to controlling rabbits within the landscape? Whether you're responsible for a public park, a farm, or a private property that's home to these garden-destroying pests, you'll want to control them in the most ethical way possible. The secret is a decisive, multi-pronged operation designed to wipe them all out in a single season…
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Would you like to make a little extra money on the side working in horticulture media? Maybe you're looking for a new career pathway to dive into? Freelancing in horticulture media means that you're working under your own ABN with multiple businesses. In this episode, you'll learn technical info related to writing, creating and editing videos, and …
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What makes a native garden design "modern"? What garden trends have defined Aussie landscaping culture in 2023, heading into 2024? And how can you use a show garden as a lead magnet to gain work as a designer? In this episode, MIFGS Achievable Gardens medalist Daniel Althaus answers these questions and more to help us understand why his garden Circ…
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📺 Subscribe & Watch on YouTube In this episode we meet the StackHouse team and unpack the essence of creating a solid cannabis cultivation team. Quality, quantity, consistency, and efficiency are the pillars of success we focus on, and how they are profoundly influenced by company culture and employee satisfaction. Discover the importance of transp…
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Do you still feel the passion you had for plants when you started this game? Or are you just turning up to work each day, going through the motions? My guest Maria Failla from the Growing Joy Podcast is here to teach us how to "connect with nature," "find our joy," or practice "self care," even if those terms don't really resonate with us. Plant ca…
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In ep.172 I talked about ten career pathways in amenity horticulture. It was a quick run through some of the most important jobs in our industry, and pathways you can take throughout each sector. In this episode, I dig into these pathways in a bit more detail with the help of Growing Joy's podcast host Maria Failla. As an indoor plant enthusiast an…
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If you can't classify and name plants, how can you successfully work as a horticulturist? You probably don't need to know the exact scientific name for every plant you work with, but a basic understanding of how plant taxonomy works is a must for any serious gardener. In this episode, you'll learn how to name plants, how plant families work, and wh…
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