EPISODE · Aug 4, 2026 · 28 MIN
Ep 14: Tad Hussey of KIS Organics
from How We Grow · host Chad Massura
Tad Hussey, owner of KIS Organics and host of the Cannabis Cultivation and Science Podcast, joins Chad to separate useful biological principles from the hype surrounding them.They discuss the three essential components of a successful soil system—physical structure, chemical balance, and biology—and explain why biology alone cannot compensate for poor watering, unbalanced fertility, or the wrong substrate.The conversation also covers:🌱 Why all soil is technically alive💧 How watering affects nutrient cycling and root health🪱 What to examine before choosing compost or worm castings🧪 Why soil testing matters for commercial growers♻️ How growers can reuse media successfully🪨 The physical, chemical, and biological benefits of biochar⚠️ Microplastics, sodium, pathogens, and other compost concerns🌎 Why regional feedstocks could help biochar scale🧴 The horticulture industry’s ongoing plastics problemLearn more about Tad and KIS Organics:🔗 KIS Organics [https://www.kisorganics.com]🎙️ Cannabis Cultivation and Science Podcast [https://open.spotify.com/show/1MM4vf9NGTO3ti58a4yLVb]📸 KIS Organics on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/kisorganics/]
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