Blog de Ripper Seeds
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The effects of potassium silicate on cannabis cultivation
Published : 2026-02-17 | Categories : Cannabis cultivationPotassium silicate reduces powdery mildew by up to 95%, reinforces stems and cell walls, and improves stress tolerance in cannabis. A guide with application protocols based on research by Dr. Bugbee (Utah State University).
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Cannabinoids and the endocannabinoid system
Published : 2026-02-10 | Categories : Cannabinoids and TerpenoidsCannabinoids are not exclusive to cannabis: the human body produces and uses them to regulate key functions. This article explains what they are, how they are classified, and how they interact with the endocannabinoid system.
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Cannabis decarboxylation
Published : 2026-02-02 | Categories : Cannabinoids and TerpenoidsDecarboxylation transforms acidic cannabinoids (THCA, CBDA) into their active forms through heat. Temperatures of 110-115°C for 40-45 minutes optimize conversion while preserving terpenes and minimizing degradation into CBN.
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Watering frequency in Cannabis
Published : 2026-01-26 | Categories : Cannabis cultivationWatering frequency is the most critical factor in cannabis. It's not about how much water to use, but how often to water. Incorrect frequency causes root asphyxiation, nutrient lockout, and quality loss, even with good fertilization.
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The parts of cannabis and their functions
Published : 2026-01-19 | Categories : Cannabis cultivation , Cannabis seeds and strainsThe parts of the cannabis plant: roots, stem, leaves, flowers and trichomes. Discover how each one works and why they are essential to understanding cannabinoid and terpene production and achieving the best possible harvest.
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Alternaria in Cannabis Cultivation
Published : 2026-01-17 | Categories : Plagues and diseasesAlternaria causes 15-20% losses in global crops. This fungus affects leaves, stems and flowers of cannabis, producing characteristic concentric spots. It thrives between 25-30°C with variable humidity. Prevention: hygiene, ventilation and biological control.
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Limonene: The Citrus Terpene of Cannabis
Published : 2026-01-12 | Categories : Cannabinoids and TerpenoidsLimonene is a monoterpene present in cannabis with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and anxiolytic properties. It increases serotonin and dopamine, participates in the entourage effect with cannabinoids and shows anticancer promise in preclinical studies.
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How to increase the resin quantity in your cannabis crop?
Published : 2026-01-05 | Categories : Cannabinoids and Terpenoids , Cannabis cultivationComplete guide based on scientific studies to increase resin production in cannabis. Learn about trichomes, UV-B light, Emerson effect, water stress and environmental techniques that optimize cannabinoids and terpenes in your flowers.
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Runoff in cannabis cultivation
Published : 2025-12-29 | Categories : Cannabis cultivationDrainage water provides information about nutrients in the substrate. High EC indicates salt accumulation that can reverse osmosis and dehydrate the roots, requiring corrective flushing.
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Ultraviolet (UV) light in cannabis cultivation
Published : 2025-12-23 | Categories : Cannabis cultivationUltraviolet light promises to increase cannabis potency, but current science contradicts classic studies. Learn about the differences between UVA, UVB, and UVC, how they affect trichomes and cannabinoids, and what precautions to take in your cultivation.
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The Emerson effect in cannabis cultivation
Published : 2025-12-16 | Categories : Cannabis cultivationGuide to the Emerson effect applied to cannabis cultivation: how to combine deep red and far-red with LEDs to improve photosynthesis, control morphology, and shorten flowering times.
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Growing cannabis in cold conditions
Published : 2025-11-30 | Categories : Cannabis cultivationDoes cold weather increase resin production or destroy the harvest? We analyse the science behind growing cannabis in low temperatures: nutrient lockout, anthocyanins, frost risks and the best strategies for protecting your plants.
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TrolMaster Tent-X: Comprehensive environmental control for cannabis cultivation
Published : 2025-10-31 | Categories : Cannabis cultivationLooking for professional results? Introducing TrolMaster Tent-X, the brain that gives you comprehensive environmental control. Automate climate and irrigation with laboratory precision and bring your genetics to their full potential.
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Spider mites in cannabis cultivation
Published : 2025-10-20 | Categories : Plagues and diseasesThe spider mite is one of the most feared pests among cannabis growers: tiny, voracious, and capable of destroying a crop in just a few days. This guide will teach you how to identify, prevent, and eliminate spider mites effectively, protecting your plants and ensuring a healthy, productive grow.