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Fluence's product launch and speaking sessions at GreenTech:

"The newest VYPR LED technology delivers a new level of flexibility and control"

Fluence will attend the 2023 GreenTech Amsterdam conference, which will include speaking sessions by Fluence industry experts Steve Graves, senior vice president of strategy and product, Timo Bongartz, general manager of EMEA, Theo Tekstra, technical director of EMEA, and Dr. David Hawley, principal…

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June 9 is the first anniversary of legal cannabis in Thailand

June 9 will be the first-year anniversary of cannabis legalization in Thailand. This landmark occasion signifies a significant step forward in the country's progressive approach to cannabis, unleashing immense economic growth and paving the way for a thriving cannabis industry. Thailand made history on…

J. Huete visits GreenTech Amsterdam

"It is becoming increasingly important to protect crops from droughts and torrential rains"

"At the moment, agriculture is mainly dependent on weather conditions. While we have experienced months of significant drought in most of the growing areas of Spain, now the Mediterranean slope is suffering torrential rains with hail. In view of this situation, the use of controlled facilities such as…

New heat-reflecting screen to be presented at GreenTech 2023

More efficient photosynthesis, higher yields and better quality output, and lower crop water consumption: these are the functions of Prisma® Ldf Strong, the revolutionary new Arrigoni product for protecting Solanaceae. The agrotextile will be presented from 13 to 15 June at GreenTech, the international…

Paul Steckler, Canopy Growth:

"In the cannabis industry, numbers should be secondary to the purpose"

"With cannabis, we're at the forefront of a new medicine that could benefit many patients around the world. Unfortunately, the industry has lost its focus on why we do this," says Paul Steckler, Managing Director International at Canopy Growth. In his presentation at Cannabis Business Europe, Paul…

Women’s Pavilion at CWCBExpo New York expands with emerging cannabis entrepreneurs

The East Coast cannabis trade show and conference, CWCBExpo, announces a larger footprint for its Women’s Pavilion and Growers’ Field, a new specialty area on the exhibit floor. Taking place June 1-3, 2023, at the Javits Convention Center in New York City, CWCBExpo will bring the industry together for…

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US (MA): Mayor Wu of Boston announce cannabis empowerment series

Mayor Michelle Wu announced today that the City of Boston, in collaboration with Rooted In, will offer a weeklong series of free educational sessions on the cannabis industry and entrepreneurship from Monday, June 12 to Sunday, June 18, at various locations across the City. The Cannabis Empowerment…

Photo report: Cannabis Business Europe 2023

Now that we've all had some time to rest over the weekend, it's time to take a look back at the two days of Cannabis Business Europe. What was discussed on Friday, the second day of the event? Overall, what is the status of the European cannabis market? Also, we have some photos ready for a visual…

Are cannabis pathogens here to stay?

"A major issue with cannabis pathogens is that you sometimes don't see them until it's too late," says Veronica Codesido, Co‑founder and Manager of Cultivation of MIFCO Biosciences. In her presentation at Cannabis Business Europe, Veronica goes over some of the major cannabis pathogens, what growers…

Photo report: Cannabis Business Europe 2023

Now that we've all had some time to rest over the weekend, it's time to take a look back at the two days of Cannabis Business Europe. What was discussed on Friday, the second day of the event? Overall, what is the status of the European cannabis market? Also, we have some photos ready for a visual…

Cannabis Business Europe, day 2

The European cannabis market: "Lots of potential, but a long way to go"

Today is the second and last day of Cannabis Business Europe, the event in Frankfurt where people gather to discuss the developments in the European cannabis market. As we are currently enjoying the second day of informative presentations, let's take a look back at some of the insights shared on day 1.At…

Germany: Cannabis Business Europe 2023 kicks off in Frankfurt

What's happening in the European cannabis industry? On May 25 and 26, that's top of mind for the visitors of Cannabis Business Europe. The conference kicked off this morning in Frankfurt, Germany, and unites over 200 representatives from the European cannabis industry. This morning, among ohters, the stage…

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INCBA Cannabis Law Institute 2023: "Igniting legal excellence in the cannabis industry"

The International Cannabis Bar Association (INCBA) announced the highly anticipated Cannabis Law Institute 2023 (CLI 2023), the marquee conference dedicated to advancing legal excellence in the rapidly evolving cannabis industry. This event will take place from June 8 to June 10, 2023, at The George…

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Germany: Are you ready for Cannabis Business Europe?

Top medical cannabis and hemp industry leaders in Europe will assemble at this year’s Cannabis Business Europe 2023, held on the 25th and 26th of May in Frankfurt, Germany. Following the success of its previous editions of the Cannabis Business conferences across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, this will…

Thomas Peters, Business Development Manager at Grodan:

"For us, the key aim is to push the boundaries and do things differently"

At this year's GreenTech, Grodan showcases the latest innovations and all elements of Grodan's growing solutions. A bonus this year is Grodan's promise of an exciting…

June 7, 2023

Precision Growing: optimal plant balance discussed in webinar

Precision Growing is a growing strategy that focuses on addressing the specific needs of plants. Answering these needs at the right time will result in optimal plant balance, which ultimately leads to higher yields. Sounds easy - but how to achieve this? To help greenhouse growers improve their…

What to expect?

"Over 525 stands at GreenTech Amsterdam"

GreenTech, the international horticultural trade fair, is set to experience significant growth this year with 525 stands. According to Mariska Dreschler, the Director of Horticulture – GreenTech Global, themes such as chemical-free farming and renewable energy are trending in the industry, also there is…

Organized by DryGair and Royal Brinkman

Book a tour of a Dutch greenhouse during the GreenTech 2023

DryGair and Royal Brinkman are inviting all interested parties to join their annual tour of an advanced greenhouse in the Netherlands the day before GreenTech 2023. The visit is aimed towards growers and greenhouse operators, as well as the horticulture industry and academic figures. The visit includes a…

Circular material streams highlighted at GreenTech Amsterdam 2023

Over the course of 3 days a selection of experts will highlight the latest developments in the horticulture industry on the various stages of GreenTech. Topics such as circular material streams, working together in the vegetable value chain and updates on Medicinal Cannabis will be extensively discussed.…

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Webinar, Wednesday May 10th

Discussing the growing likelihood and practical considerations of state-regulated interstate cannabis commerce

Allowing states to opt-in to interstate commerce would be the biggest economic shift in cannabis since the first states legalized. And a robust, regulated interstate cannabis market is closer than you think. With the passage of Washington State’s SB5069 on April 14th, 2020, all three west coast states…

LCC

When cannabis becomes legal in Germany, how do you actually get started?

The Legal Cannabis Coalition (LCC) is organizing an event on May 24th near Frankfurt to answer that question for you. The LCC is a coalition made up of companies from all across the value chain of the cannabis industry. Its members will present their knowledge and experience with the attendees and cover…

Sneak peek at GreenTech Amsterdam 2023 program

GreenTech this year will have a strong program and tackles the big issues of today, such as ‘The road to a zero footprint with hydrogen,’ ‘Cultivation planning with algorithms’, ‘Medical compound production,’ and ‘Future farming.’ GreenTech Amsterdam will take place from June 13 – 15 at the RAI Amsterdam…

Cannabis seed company takes over Times Square for 4/20 celebration

Royal Queen Seeds (RQS) has made history in Times Square with its latest advertisement. The company has secured a prime spot in New York's world-famous square. The exclusive message commemorates the city's first 4/20 as a legal market, a historic date in cannabis culture and recreational use.Photos by…

May 9

NY growers workshop on energy and water efficiency tips for cannabis cultivation

Resource efficiency and profitability are not mutually exclusive. The right design, construction, and equipment can produce a cannabis facility that responds to the market, optimizing yield when prices are high and generating normal yields at reduced operational costs when they are not. Resource…

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Thailand: "With Asian cannabis markets opening up, it is important to share information"

A special investor summit has taken place from April 6 to 7 at the Radisson Blu in Bangkok. The summit featuring 160 vetted delegates, focused on knowledge transfer and bridging the international network of leading players. Thai, Malaysian and Japanese investors have learned about cultivation,…

Southern Hemp Expo

WAFBA announces a pause for 2023 Southern Hemp Expo in Nashville

WAFBA (We Are For Better Alternatives), the umbrella organization that hosts and produces NoCo Hemp Expo, Southern Hemp Expo, Hawaii Hemp Conference, Winter Hemp Summit, and other hemp-centric conferences, trade shows, and events, is going to pause the 2023 Southern Hemp Expo. The Southern Hemp Expo, aka…

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US (NY): Governor Hochul unveils new statewide cannabis public education campaign

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the launch of "Why Buy Legal New York," a public education campaign promoting safer, informed, legal purchases of cannabis from licensed dispensaries in New York State. The campaign focuses on three key pillars: protecting public health and promoting social equity,…

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US (CT): New cannabis cultivation minor launched this semester at UConn

The new cannabis cultivation minor has shown to be popular among UConn students as it recently launched at the beginning of this semester. The minor fields research in the propagation, cultivation, commercial production, maintenance, processing, and potential markets for cannabis. In Connecticut,…

IPM Shanghai 2023: It's good to be back

"It's good to be back!" That's what most of the exhibitors felt when entering the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, where the Hortiflorexpo IPM Shanghai kicked off today. As the first offline large-scale horticultural exhibition after the pandemic to take place in the region, it welcomed many…

Photo report: Planting seeds for the future at Kazakhstan greenhouse show

The exhibitors at the horticultural trade show in Almaty, Kazakhstan, believe in the potential of the Kazakhstan market but also see that it's not happening at full pace yet. "We're planting seeds to see them grow soon," said Olga Danilova with Hortilux.  Last week the trade show Greenhouses, Vegetable Growing,…

US (VA): CEA Summit East to come back in September 2023

The Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) Summit East is returning on September 19-20, 2023, at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR) in Danville, VA. Focused on convening the CEA industry and academia, the annual event is co-hosted by Indoor Ag-Con, the premier global gathering of…

Better cannabis through collaboration: the LCC travels to Germany

Summer is near, and springtime is packed with upcoming cannabis-related expos and conferences, as usual. With so many choices available – which events should you attend, and where is there value to be found? That's easy – Join the Legal Cannabis Coalition and Cannabis Business Europe as they bring…

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Webinar:

Cannabis cultivation conundrum: HVACD systems

Cultivators and business owners must balance unique room environments, operational demands, and select various equipment from suppliers to create these systems to achieve the correct environment. In some states, the legislation calls for a 'high efficiency' HVACD system for cannabis cultivation. In a…

"We need unity if the industry is to achieve its potential"

The 9th annual NoCo Hemp Expo featured speakers from all over the hemp business world who came together to move the industry forward with examinations of policy, processing, supply chain, and opportunity. Over three days of programming, speakers, and workshops focused on the need for a united voice if…

CAN (ON): Over 80 participants for multi-day growing workshop

More than 80 growers and other horticultural specialists from North America gathered at the Plant Empowerment workshop in Niagara, Canada, which was hosted by Plant Empowerment last week. During the multi-day event, a team of 12 Plant Empowerment specialized trainers of partner companies Koppert, BASF,…


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