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Episode 150: Plants Under Pressure: How Stress Shapes Secondary Metabolites (w/ Dr. José Leme)

Episode 150: Plants Under Pressure: How Stress Shapes Secondary Metabolites (w/ Dr. José Leme)

What if the key to unlocking higher quality flower isn’t another input, but the way we stress the plant? In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. José Leme to explore how different stimuli—mechanical vibration, super cropping, and controlled water restriction—impact plant physiology and the production of secondary metabolites like cannabinoids and terpenes. We dig into the jasmonate pathway, trichome development, and new research showing how measured stress can increase trichome density, shift metabolic pathways, and improve resin quality—without sacrificing plant health when applied correctly. We also discuss practical considerations for growers: cultivar differences, timing, dosage, and the importance of standardized measurement...

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Episode 147: The Chemistry of Survival: Plant Stress Responses with Dr. Michael Gutensohn

Episode 147: The Chemistry of Survival: Plant Stress Responses with Dr. Michael Gutensohn

In this episode of the Cannabis Cultivation and Science Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Michael Gutensohn, an expert in plant physiology and secondary metabolism, to explore the intricate relationship between environmental stress and the production of secondary metabolites in cannabis. We discuss how various abiotic stressors—such as light intensity, temperature fluctuations, and nutrient availability—can influence the biosynthesis of key phytochemicals, including cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids.Dr. Gutensohn shares insights from his research on plant defense mechanisms, metabolic signaling pathways, and how growers might harness controlled stress to enhance both plant resilience and phytochemical output. Whether you’re a cultivator aiming to fine-tune your...

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