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EPISODE · Nov 28, 2025 · 1H 23M

Indoor Grow Tips, Mastering the Dry and Cure and Community Q&A with Jordan River from Growcast

from BIOACTIVE · host Riley D. Kirk, Ph.D.

Dr. Riley Kirk has Jordan River on the podcast to discuss the intricacies of indoor cannabis cultivation, sharing personal experiences and insights on various aspects of growing. They cover topics such as the challenges of transitioning plants from outdoor to indoor environments, the importance of consistency in care, effective watering techniques, and the management of temperature and light. Additionally, they delve into soil health, pest management, and the processes of harvesting, drying, and curing cannabis. The discussion emphasizes practical tips for both novice and experienced growers, highlighting the importance of observation and adaptation in successful gardening. They also delve into various aspects of cannabis cultivation, including the peel test for assessing dryness, the benefits of co-planting with vegetables, and the critical factors in drying and curing cannabis. They also discuss outdoor growing techniques, best practices for storing cannabis, and the innovative use of CO2 enhancement in grow tents. The dialogue further explores the timing for outdoor planting, the nuances of transplanting auto flowers, and the challenges faced by growers in prohibition states. Finally, they touch on the exciting intersection of coffee and cannabis, highlighting the potential for a unique beverage experience. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Indoor Growing Challenges 08:17 Understanding Plant Care and Consistency 14:58 Temperature and Light Management 22:56 Watering Techniques and Best Practices 27:19 Understanding Living Soil and Its Ecosystem 29:03 Light Cycles and Their Importance in Growth 31:03 Indoor vs Outdoor Growing: Key Differences 32:37 The Debate on Bud Washing: Pros and Cons 35:39 Drying and Curing: Best Practices 40:20 The Science of Drying: Metrics That Matter 42:41 Co-Planting: Growing Food Alongside Cannabis 45:27 Pre-Harvest Moisture and Air Turbulence in Drying 50:40 Topping Outdoor Plants: Timing and Techniques 57:08 Storing Cannabis: Best Practices for Longevity 58:07 Innovative Storage Solutions for Cannabis 01:00:45 Enhancing Plant Growth with CO2 and Mushrooms 01:04:32 Best Practices for Outdoor Cannabis Growing 01:08:40 Transplanting Auto Flowers: Tips and Tricks 01:09:41 Navigating Growing in Prohibition States 01:14:52 The Intersection of Coffee and Cannabis Take the Homegrow Survey https://ilgm.com/resources/landing/state-of-the-homegrow Learn More About Growcast/ Join the Community  https://growcast.com/ Free Grow Guide from Growcast  https://growcast.com/guide/ Follow Growcast on IG: @Growcast ​​Want Exclusive Content and ad-free episodes? Join the Bioactive Patreon community for as little as $1/month to ask guests your burning questions, access exclusive content, and connect with Dr. Kirk one-on-one.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ www.Patreon.com/Cannabichem⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more expert insights into cannabis science, plant biology, and more! Sign Up for Emails!  www.AppliedPharmacognosy.org  Keep up with Dr. Riley Kirk: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bioactivepodcast.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@cannabichem⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/cannabichem⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.appliedpharmacognosy.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Riley Kirk has Jordan River on the podcast to discuss the intricacies of indoor cannabis cultivation, sharing personal experiences and insights on various aspects of growing. They cover topics such as the challenges of transitioning plants from outdoor to indoor environments, the importance of consistency in care, effective watering techniques, and the management of temperature and light. Additionally, they delve into soil health, pest management, and the processes of harvesting, drying, and curing cannabis. The discussion emphasizes practical tips for both novice and experienced growers, highlighting the importance of observation and adaptation in successful gardening. They also delve into various aspects of cannabis cultivation, including the peel test for assessing dryness, the benefits of co-planting with vegetables, and the critical factors in drying and curing cannabis. They also discuss outdoor growing techniques, best practices for storing cannabis, and the innovative use of CO2 enhancement in grow tents. The dialogue further explores the timing for outdoor planting, the nuances of transplanting auto flowers, and the challenges faced by growers in prohibition states. Finally, they touch on the exciting intersection of coffee and cannabis, highlighting the potential for a unique beverage experience. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Indoor Growing Challenges 08:17 Understanding Plant Care and Consistency 14:58 Temperature and Light Management 22:56 Watering Techniques and Best Practices 27:19 Understanding Living Soil and Its Ecosystem 29:03 Light Cycles and Their Importance in Growth 31:03 Indoor vs Outdoor Growing: Key Differences 32:37 The Debate on Bud Washing: Pros and Cons 35:39 Drying and Curing: Best Practices 40:20 The Science of Drying: Metrics That Matter 42:41 Co-Planting: Growing Food Alongside Cannabis 45:27 Pre-Harvest Moisture and Air Turbulence in Drying 50:40 Topping Outdoor Plants: Timing and Techniques 57:08 Storing Cannabis: Best Practices for Longevity 58:07 Innovative Storage Solutions for Cannabis 01:00:45 Enhancing Plant Growth with CO2 and Mushrooms 01:04:32 Best Practices for Outdoor Cannabis Growing 01:08:40 Transplanting Auto Flowers: Tips and Tricks 01:09:41 Navigating Growing in Prohibition States 01:14:52 The Intersection of Coffee and Cannabis Take the Homegrow Survey https://ilgm.com/resources/landing/state-of-the-homegrow Learn More About Growcast/ Join the Community  https://growcast.com/ Free Grow Guide from Growcast  https://growcast.com/guide/ Follow Growcast on IG: @Growcast ​​Want Exclusive Content and ad-free episodes? Join the Bioactive Patreon community for as little as $1/month to ask guests your burning questions, access exclusive content, and connect with Dr. Kirk one-on-one.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ www.Patreon.com/Cannabichem⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more expert insights into cannabis science, plant biology, and more! Sign Up for Emails!  www.AppliedPharmacognosy.org  Keep up with Dr. Riley Kirk: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bioactivepodcast.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@cannabichem⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/cannabichem⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.appliedpharmacognosy.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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