Royal Grown Radio is a cultivation and cannabis focused podcast with guests from leading Cultivators, Brands, Advocates, and Professionals from Humboldt county and beyond. Hosted by Michael Beck and Rick Elliott of Royal Gold Soils
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Down the Rabbit Hole w/ Eleanor Kuntz & Charlotte Thomas (Leafworks)
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Welcome to Season 6! We take a trip down to Sebastapol, CA to talk with Eleanor Kuntz & Charlotte Thomas of Leafworks! We discuss Cannabis Science, Genetics, Cultivar documenting, ID tests, Phenotype definitions, Herbarium Pressings, HLV, Pathogen testing, and more! leafworks.comBy Royal Grown Radio
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22/06/24 - The Royal Highland Show, UK salads and heritage wheat
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The 240th Royal Highland Show is taking place just outside Edinburgh, and more than 200,000 people expected to attend over the 4 days of the show. We hear from some of the breeders showing cattle at the show. In 2022, the UK grew 162,000 tonnes of lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, sweet peppers and celery - worth more than 200 million pounds. This time…
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Charlotte Smith visits the Royal Highland Show for its 240th year to talk cattle, politics and farmers' health. Produced by Beatrice Fenton.By BBC Radio 4
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19/06/24 - Re-doing the Green Revolution, the Landworkers' Alliance manifesto and horticulture training
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Could the plant breeding achievements of the Green Revolution be started again from scratch? That's the hope of scientists at the John Innes Centre, who say modern commercial varieties of wheat used by farmers could be replaced with better ones, using wheat lines collected a century ago. Back in the 1920s, an enterprising plant scientist named Arth…
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18/06/24 - Contaminated salad leaves, UK grown tomatoes and Soil Association election manifesto
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A recent E-coli outbreak is thought to have been caused by contaminated salad leaves. There have been over 200 confirmed cases of food poisoning across the UK caused by e-coli bacteria found in manure, with nearly half those affected admitted to hospital. So how does the bacteria get into the salad, and what are farmers doing to prevent it? As part…
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17/06/24 Salad sales down, farming in the party manifestos, dung beetle conference
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With the rain continuing and below average temperatures, the outlook isn't so sunny for UK salad growers. We look at some of the detail in the main parties' manifestos to see what they're promising on issues like the agriculture budget, food security and England's badger cull. Sometimes described as a farmer's best friend, dung beetles consume, bur…
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15/06/24 - Reproductive ethics in livestock, dog DNA and seed breeding
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Three UK vet practices are now offering IVF for cows. It's a common practise for dairy cows to be made pregnant using artificial insemination, but IVF is more specialist. It allows for multiple embryos to be produced from one particularly good cow, meaning the genetics of a herd can be improved more quickly and its health and productivity improved.…
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14/06/24 IVF in dairy cows, CLA election manifesto, flooding, Kate Humble at the Hay Festival
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The vets using IVF to improve dairy herds, and could a new 2-stage planning system help kickstart the rural economy? We hear from the CLA on what it wants from the next government.In a special episode of On Your Farm recorded at the Hay Festival, Kate Humble explains how she accidentally ended up buying a council farm in the beautiful Wye Valley in…
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13/06/24 Farm vets and the strain of TB; Wildlife Trusts election wish list; Dog DNA
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We’re talking about vets all this week and one of the most difficult and unpleasant jobs they face is dealing with serious illness and disease in livestock, like the devastating foot and mouth outbreak in 2001. Breaking the painful news to a farmer that their whole livelihood is under threat is something no one wants on their job description. The t…
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12/06/24 - Cereals 2024, the arable event
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Post-Brexit trade barriers are leaving the UK behind when it comes to introducing new varieties of crops - according to the British Society of Plant Breeders. Anna Hill reports from the arable event, Cereals 2024, where seed breeding is centre stage. After one of the wettest years on record left many farmers have been struggling to get out into the…
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11/06/24 - Graphene from slurry, bluetongue and vet recruitment
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In a world first, methane from slurry on a dairy farm in Somerset is being broken down and turned into hydrogen gas and graphene. The farm involved is Worthy Farm, which hosts the Glastonbury Festival. It already has an anaerobic digester which uses slurry from their dairy cows to make methane which is used to make electricity, and now also used to…
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10/06/24 Calls for a bigger farming budget, closure of another Cornish fish market, farm vets.
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Farmers need more money - so says the National Farmers' Union which says the incoming Government should increase the agriculture budget. Over the next few weeks as well as hearing from politicians about what they propose for farming, the environment and rural communities, we're also going to hear from rural and wildlife groups about what they think…
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08/06/24 - Farming Today This Week: UK pollinators, bark beetle and NI water pollution
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Spruce trees may not be viable in the UK in the long term because of a pest which is now in the country. Restrictions on spruce trees have been extended after spruce bark beetles were found in East Anglia. The beetle was first found the the UK in 2018 and areas of the South East of England have been under restriction - that has now been extended to…
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07/06/24 Beetle threatening forestry, Northern Irish farmers and the election, moths, post-Brexit pesticide regulation
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Spruce trees may not be viable in the UK in the long term because of a pest which is now in the country. Restrictions on spruce trees have been extended after spruce bark beetles were found in East Anglia. This week, we've been hearing from BBC correspondents in the nations about what farmers want from politicians. Today, we hear from Northern Irel…
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06/06/24 - Illegal meat, fruit pollinators and Welsh election wishes
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The UK is vulnerable to animal diseases because of the ongoing trade in illegal meat, according to the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health. The CIEH says that a lack of proper inspections at UK borders makes it easy for criminals to bring meat in. We visit a couple of fruit farms in Herefordshire to find out how they encourage the insects t…
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05/06/24 Lough Neagh pollution; Wild fires; Farming and the general election; Bees and oil seed rape.
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The agri-food company Moy Park, which supplies chickens throughout the UK and Europe, has breached environmental laws on more than 500 occasions without facing prosecution. A BBC Spotlight investigation into water pollution uncovered the breaches at three different sites in Northern Ireland - including Lough Neagh. Holidaymakers and walkers in Scot…
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04/06/24 - Monitoring pollinators, Oatly factory and farm saunas
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The UK Pollinator Monitoring Scheme has been running for over 6 years now, with thousands of people counting insects in gardens, parks and on farms. So how are our pollinators faring? We visit a network of connected land in Ayrshire, designed to encourage pollinators. The network is being expanded after receiving funding from the Scottish Governmen…
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03/06/2024: Pollinators; Election; Service to Farming Award
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A selection of farmers outline what they would want from the next government. Bees may be the best known of the UK’s pollinators, but there are many more insects involved in the process which is vital to our food production. And farmers celebrating decades of hard work are recognised with a long-service award. Presented by Charlotte Smith Produced …
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31/05/2024: Beavers and flooding, Bees, Second Homes
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House prices in the Lake District are likely to fall because of plans to control the number of homes being turned into holiday lets, according to the most senior planning officer at the national park authority. This is already being done in Wales where it has been causing a lot of controversy. A ten year study of beavers in Devon shows that they ar…
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A Welsh cheesemaker which described itself as innovative and with the highest sustainability standards has announced it cannot continue in its current form. The 321 farmers who supply milk to Mona dairy on Anglesey have been reassured that an interim buyer for their milk has been found, while the dairy's owners search for new investment. The Campai…
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29/05/24 - A new National Park for Scotland, horned cattle and biofluorescence
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Scotland is to get at least one new national park - due to be designated in 2026. Groups in Tay Forest, Loch Awe, Lochaber, Galloway, and the Borders have now submitted formal bids for the Scottish Government to consider...but not everyone’s keen on the idea. Farming traditional native breed cattle with horns, like Gloucester’s and Longhorns, is be…
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28/05/2024: National Parks and International Seed Banks
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Environmentalist Ben Goldsmith blames sheep grazing for turning the UKs National Parks into ‘dead zones’. Neil Heseltine the chair of National Parks England responds, and explains what role he sees for these institutions. One of the two scientists who was instrumental in creating a back-up vault of the world’s crop seeds to protect global food secu…
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Heart of Humboldt Sitdown w/ Daniel & Keely
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We are closing out Season 5 with a sit down with Daniel & Keely at Heart of Humboldt in Arcata, CA, to discuss the history of this legendary Dispensary and of our gracious Hosts. Thanks for tuning in to Season 5! Keep your ears open for Season 6 coming soon!https://www.theheartofhumboldt.com/By Royal Grown Radio
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Right in the Heart of Town- Heart of Humboldt tour w/ Keely, Ann Marie and Daniel
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In this episode we tour the original Arcata, CA dispensary, The Heart of Humboldt. We check out the grow rooms, house strains, and the Retail location. theheartofhumboldt.comBy Royal Grown Radio
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Moca Humboldt Tour w/ Matt Engel & Nate Fontaine
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We are on location at MOCA Humboldt in Eureka, CA! We tour the grow rooms, check out some of the in-house strains, and get a behind the scenes look at the magic that makes Modern Cannabis Humboldt a masterpiece. @mocahumboldtBy Royal Grown Radio
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More Bass, Less Mids w/ Jason Miller (Kiskanu) & Brian Gandy (Valoya) -Trimmings
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We continue our conversation about LED lighting, Crop Steering, and Cannabis Culture with Jason Miller of Kiskanu & Brian Gandy of Valoya! Kiskanu ValoyaBy Royal Grown Radio
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More Bass, Less Mids w/ Jason Miller (Kiskanu) & Brian Gandy (Valoya)
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In this episode we sit down with Jason Miller (Kiskanu) & Brian Gandy (Valoya) to discuss Crop Steering, LED Lighting, Market Intentions, Craft Grows, Controlled Environment AG, and more! Kiskanu ValoyaBy Royal Grown Radio
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Into the Royal Grown Cannabyss Part 2 w/Steve Geider (Cannafest Organizer, Host- Into the Cannabyss), Johnny & Rose (Huckleberry Hill Farms), and Ted (Cannacountry)
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And now for part 2 of the pilot episode of Into the Royal Grown Cannabyss! ~~~ We have a special joint episode this time around with Steve Geider (Cannafest Organizer, Host- Into the Cannabyss), Johnny & Rose (Huckleberry Hill Farms), and Ted (Cannacountry)! We discuss Cannafest, Measure A, the Humboldt County Sungrown Market, Curing & the Limited …
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Into the Royal Grown Cannabyss Part 1 w/Steve Geider (Cannafest Organizer, Host- Into the Cannabyss), Johnny & Rose (Huckleberry Hill Farms), and Ted (Cannacountry)
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We have a special joint episode this time around with Steve Geider (Cannafest Organizer, Host- Into the Cannabyss), Johnny & Rose (Huckleberry Hill Farms), and Ted (Cannacountry)! We discuss Cannafest, Measure A, the Humboldt County Sungrown Market, Curing & the Limited Commodity Market, and more. Tune in to the Living Conversation! Cannafest Into …
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We are on location for Cannastock 2023! Guests include Radio Woodstock, Adam Thigpen (Anthos Seeds), Nicole from Pine State Seeds/ Humboldt Seed Co., Jeff (Headgrower @ Animal House), and Martin Mills (Cannastock Founder/COO of Golden Unicorn). Tune in to the Living Conversation!By Royal Grown Radio
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Finicky Plants Suck w/ Colin Decker-7Seaz, Sensei Growth Consulting, Ziplock Seeds
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We are on location in the Hudson Valley in New York speaking with Colin Decker (7Seaz, Sensei Growth Consulting, Ziplock Seeds). We discuss his history, growing in the Hudson Valley, the current state of NY permitting & Licensing, Strain history, and more! 7seazco.com SenseiGrowthConsulting ZiplockSeeds…
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Tune into our final Cannafest Trimmings with Martin Mills, the Creator of Cannastock! CannastockNY.comBy Royal Grown Radio
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Cannafest 2023 Part 1 w/ Ed Rosenthal & Steve Gieder
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Listen in to part 2 of our Cannafest Interviews as we sit down with the Guru of Ganja himself, Ed Rosenthal, and the mastermind behind Cannafest, Steve Gieder! edrosenthal.com Cannafest.comBy Royal Grown Radio
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Stacks upon Stacks w/ Jason Gellman - Ridgeline Farms
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Take a tour through the stacked greenhouses at Ridgeline Farms with Jason Gellman in Southern Humboldt County, CA. We talk history, genetics, scope the strains, and walk through stacks upon stacks of connoisseur flower. Be sure to check out our Youtube for the full immersive experience! ridgelinefarms.com @royalgrownradio…
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Take a tour with the Mendo Dope Boys
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Join us as we tour Mendo Dope Farms with Old E & Bleezy as they share the farm’s history & their methods for planting some of the best trees the Emerald Triangle has to offer. Check out our Youtube for the full experience! mendodopefarms.com RGR on YoutubeBy Royal Grown Radio
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A sitdown with the Planters of the Trees w/ Old E & Bleezy - Mendo Dope Boys
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We sat down with Old E and Bleezy on the Mendo Dope Farm to talk about their musical roots, their terp infused recordings, the music-cannabis connection, their growth in the music industry, and more. Be sure to check out their Award winning Youtube page @MendoDope and their website for Music, Merch, & more at mendodopefarms.com. And for the full RG…
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Cannafest 2023 Part 1 w/ Jason (Ridgeline) & Johnny (Huckleberry Hill Farms)
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In this Trimming we are on Location at Cannafest 2023! We sit down with Jason from Ridgeline & Johnny from Huckleberry Hill farms! Ridgeline Farms Huckleberry Hill FarmsBy Royal Grown Radio
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Cannabis Kandyland-A tour of Papa & Barkley-Eureka, CA- Part 2
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In this mind bending 2 episode experience, first we explore Papa and Barkley's top-notch Extraction, Concentrate and Hash headquarters. Then we move on to the former K-Mart for a Wonka-esque journey through their Chocolate making, Gummy infusion,and medicinal manufacturing like you've never seen before! Be sure to check our Youtube for the full vis…
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Cannabis Kandyland-A tour of Papa & Barkley-Eureka, CA- Part 1
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In this mind bending 2 episode experience, first we explore Papa and Barkley's top-notch Extraction, Concentrate and Hash headquarters. Then we move on to the former K-Mart for a Wonka-esque journey through their Chocolate making, Gummy infusion,and medicinal manufacturing like you've never seen before! Be sure to check our Youtube for the full vis…
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Confections, Connections, and Connoisseur Quality w/ Guy Rocourt -Papa & Barkley
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Leading into our mind boggling tour of the world class Papa & Barkley facilities, co-founder Guy Rocourt gives the RGR team the Papa & Barkley story- rooted in plant medicine, a love of Legacy Sun Grown, Advocacy, and hopes for the path ahead! papaandbarkley.comBy Royal Grown Radio
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Trekking through the Terp Fields w/ Eric Walz -Humboldt Kine
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In this episode we take a tour with Eric Walz (Humboldt Kine) in his Terp Fields. Topics include Pheno and Strain hunting, growing for maximum Terpenes, Hash Making, soils setup, biology, & maintenance, and more. Be sure to check out the full tour on our Youtube Channel! HumboldtKineFarms.com Humboldt Kine Youtube Royal Grown Radio Youtube…
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Growing in the Quantum Fields w/ Eric Walz - Humboldt Kine
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We jump into Season 5 with a tour with Eric Walz (Humboldt Kine) of the Quantum Facility. Topics include Coastal/Greenhouse growing techniques, Canopy management, Strains, and more. Be sure to check out the full tour on our Youtube Channel! HumboldtKineFarms.com Humboldt Kine Youtube Royal Grown Radio Youtube…
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The Grow Off Clone Drop @ Satori Wellness - Part 2
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Listen in to Part 2 of The Grow Off clone Drop! We sit down at Satori Wellness with Daniel of HendRX and Marty of HendrRX, Sensational Solutions, CanopyRight, & Humboldt Legacy Project. HENDRX.farm Sensational Solutions Canopyright Humboldt Legacy ProjectBy Royal Grown Radio
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The Grow Off Clone Drop @ Satori Wellness - Part 1
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Join us for part 1 of our day at The Grow Off Clone Drop at Satori Wellness in Mckinleyville, CA. We speak with Sam from The Grow Off, Mary from Seed 707, And Lelehnia from The Humboldt Grace Project. Check out our full episode on Youtube! thegrowoff.com humboldtgrace.org Royal Grown Radio YoutubeBy Royal Grown Radio
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Legalizing Legacy & the Perils of Permitting w/Chiah Rodriques & Michael Katz (MCA)
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Join us at the Dragonfly Wellness Center on the California coast as we discuss legacy farming, the challenges of the state and local political landscape, the rapidly evolving state of Cultivation permits in Mendocino County, and more. Check this episode out on Youtube for some stunning visuals of the Mendocino coast!! MendoCannabis.com Arcannaflowe…
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Surf the Canopy Part 2 w/ Oliver at Rising Source
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Take a tour of Rising Source with us for part 2 of Surf the Canopy! and check out the visual episode on our Youtube channel! @risingsource RGR YoutubeBy Royal Grown Radio
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Surf the Canopy Part 1 w/ Oliver at Rising Source
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In this episode, we are on location in Briceland, CA to speak with Oliver at Rising Source. We discuss Mixed Light Greenhouses, LED Lighting, the Industry, consistency, Family, and more! Tune in! @risingsourceBy Royal Grown Radio
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Soil Scientist Nate Swenson joins us to discuss spring garden prep, soil testing, re-amending, fungal networks, quality materials, and more.By Royal Grown Radio
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Continuation of a Living Conversation w/ Russell Pace of CHA Humboldt
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In this Trimmings we continue our Living Conversation with Russell Pace Of CHA Education! CHA Education @cha.educationBy Royal Grown Radio
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Plants have all the answers w/ Russell Pace of CHA
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Russell joins us in the studio to talk about his roots, Mycology, Plant Medicine, Plant science, the CHA platform, and more! CHA Education @cha.educationBy Royal Grown Radio
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