Behind The Grow w/ Eric Coulombe

About Behind The Grow w/ Eric Coulombe

Welcome to Behind The Grow, a podcast powered by Garden Culture Magazine. We're the only magazine in the world dedicated to the art of growing food, and we use this podcast to spotlight the best and brightest in the industry.

Publisher

Garden Culture Magazine

Category

science

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

22 Jul 2025

Latest episode

27 May 2026

Latest episodes

16 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   27 May 2026

   Inside Ted Smith & VCBC’s Legendary Fight for Affordable Medical Cannabis

   On this episode of Behind The Grow, we sit down with Ted Smith, one of Canada’s leading cannabis activists and the founder of the Victoria Cannabis Buyers Club. Since opening VCBC in 1996, Ted has spent nearly 30 years helping medical cannabis patients access affordable, high-dose cannabis medicine, even while facing arrests, raids, and millions in fines.Ted shares the story behind VCBC’s ongoing fight with the federal government, why compassionate care must be protected in Canada’s medical cannabis laws, and what keeps him pushing forward after decades of resistance. At the heart of it all is one belief: safe, affordable access to cannabis medicine can save lives.

2. 

   26 May 2026

   The Secret Behind New Millennium’s Winter Frost

   In this episode of Behind the Grow, Eric Coulombe sits down with his good friend Jerin from New Millennium Nutrients for a deep, funny, and wide-ranging conversation about cannabis culture, cultivation, nutrients, lighting, and the evolution of the industry.Jerin shares his journey from the Midwest to New Mexico, Colorado, Way to Grow, Rambridge, and eventually New Millennium Nutrients, where he helped bring the brand to growers across North America and beyond. The conversation covers everything from early legacy cannabis markets and commercial growing to why consistency matters, how growers should diagnose plant problems, and why Winter Frost became New Millennium’s “gateway jug.”They also dive into LED vs CMH lighting, terpene expression, commercial cultivation in Canada, the decline of hobby growing, the culture of convenience, and what separates a good grower from a great one.Topics covered:- Jerin’s path into cannabis and horticulture- The early New Mexico and Colorado cannabis scenes- New Millennium Nutrients and the story behind Winter Frost- Why oil production matters more than biomass- Diagnosing plant issues through signs vs symptoms- LED vs CMH grow lighting- Commercial cannabis in Canada- The shift from home growing to convenience culture- Cannabis podcasts, live music, skiing, food, and moreA fun, honest conversation between two longtime cannabis industry friends.Check out their podcast at https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLSk14UaC0Cr0q7Ki01g_ohOFitgvpMlO#BehindTheGrow #GardenCulture #NewMillenniumNutrients #CannabisCultivation #CannabisPodcast #Growers #Hydroponics #IndoorGrowing #LEDGrowLights #CMH #WinterFrost #CannabisIndustry #HomeGrow #Terpenes #GrowTips

3. 

   7 May 2026

   Grow Room Eye Protection, LED vs HPS & Why It Matters (Method Seven)

   In this episode of Behind the Grow, Eric Coulombe sits down with Dave Lacovelli from Method Seven to talk about one of the most overlooked aspects of cultivation—eye protection in the grow room.From the early days of HPS lighting to today’s ultra-intense full-spectrum LEDs, this conversation dives into how lighting technology has evolved—and why growers NEED to protect their eyes now more than ever.Dave breaks down the science behind Method Seven lenses, how they filter specific light spectrums, and why standard sunglasses don’t cut it in a grow environment. They also get into LED intensity, plant visibility, worker safety, and how better vision directly impacts plant quality and yields.If you're a cannabis grower, commercial cultivator, or just serious about your setup, this episode is a must-watch.Topics covered:- HPS vs LED grow lighting evolution- Why grow room lighting can damage your eyes- The science behind Method Seven lenses- Blue light, UV exposure & long-term eye health- Risk group classifications for LED lighting- How better visibility improves plant quality- Grow room safety & employee protection- Lens tech, coatings & innovation in eyewearProtect your vision. Improve your grow.Visit MethodSeven.com to grab a pair.#BehindTheGrow #MethodSeven #CannabisCultivation #GrowRoom #LEDGrowLights #HPS #Hydroponics #IndoorGrowing #CannabisIndustry #Growers #PlantHealth #EyeProtection #GrowSetup #GardenCulture

4. 

   13 Apr 2026

   Mammoth P Explained | Colin Bell PhD on Microbes, Bigger Yields & Cannabis Root Science

   What if the secret to bigger yields and better flower isn’t more nutrients… but microbes?In this episode of Behind the Grow, Eric Coulombe sits down with Colin W. Bell, PhD — the scientist behind Mammoth P — to break down the real science of microbial cultivation and how it’s changing the way growers think about feeding plants.They dive into how beneficial microbes unlock phosphorus, improve nutrient uptake, and boost plant performance at the root level. Colin shares how Mammoth P was developed, what actually happens in the rhizosphere, and why microbial communities can make or break your grow.Whether you're a home grower or running a commercial facility, this episode delivers actionable insights on maximizing yield, improving plant health, and understanding the biology behind top-tier cannabis cultivation.Topics covered:- What Mammoth P actually does- Microbes vs synthetic nutrients- Root zone science & the rhizosphere- How to increase yield and flower quality- Microbial inoculants explained- The future of cannabis cultivationIf you're serious about growing better cannabis, this is a must-watch.#CannabisCultivation #MammothP #Microbes #Hydroponics #GrowTips #CannabisScience #RootZone #PlantScience #LivingSoil #GrowBetter

5. 

   13 Apr 2026

   Behind the Grow with Luke Silverman: 20 Years in Cannabis, Marketing, Mushrooms & Industry Evolution

   In this episode of Behind the Grow, Eric Coulombe sits down with longtime industry friend Luke Silverman for a wide-ranging conversation on cannabis culture, hydro history, brand building, and the future of cultivation.Luke shares his journey from legacy growing and working in a hydro shop to helping shape some of the biggest brands in the industry. They dig into the early days when hydro and cannabis were essentially the same world, how marketing once helped drive cannabis culture forward, and what changed as the industry matured.They also get into practical cultivation insights, including strain selection, substrates, irrigation strategy, curing mistakes, and the balance between data and intuition in the grow room. From there, the conversation expands into mushrooms, lifestyle branding, the rise and fall of major hydro companies, and what still makes this industry special after two decades.This is a thoughtful, honest conversation about where cannabis has been, where it is now, and what still feels exciting about the road ahead.Topics include: • 20 years in cannabis and hydroponics • The early culture of the grow industry • Marketing, lifestyle branding, and legacy brands • Favorite strains and cultivation philosophy • Curing mistakes growers make • Mushrooms, mycology, and new market opportunities • The evolution of cannabis in the last five years • Why culture still matters in this industry#GardenCultureMagazine #BehindTheGrow #LukeSilverman #EricCoulombe #CannabisIndustry #Hydroponics #CannabisMarketing #MushroomCultivation #Mycology #CannabisCulture

6. 

   13 Apr 2026

   Part 2: Colin Bell on Mammoth P, Root Zone Biology & Bigger Yields

   In Part 2 of Behind the Grow, Eric Coulombe sits down with Colin W. Bell, PhD, the scientist behind Mammoth P, for a deep dive into root zone biology, phosphorus cycling, microbial function, and what really drives better plant performance.This episode explores how Colin’s research background led to the development of Mammoth P, how microbial selection works, why root zone management matters, and what growers are missing when they go fully sterile. Eric and Colin also talk about cultivation quality, yield, phosphorus availability, lockout, plant metabolism, and the role microbes play in helping plants perform at their full potential.If you're interested in cannabis cultivation, advanced gardening, microbiology, plant science, hydroponics, living root zones, or biological inputs for bigger yields and better quality, this conversation is packed with insight.Topics covered:- The science behind Mammoth P- Root zone biology explained- Phosphorus cycling and plant uptake- Microbes vs sterile grow systems- Yield, quality, and terpene expression- Hydroponics, coco, rockwool, and biology- Microbial function in cultivation- Business, innovation, and the evolution of biological productsSubscribe for more episodes of Behind the Grow from Garden Culture Magazine.#GardenCultureMagazine #BehindTheGrow #ColinBell #MammothP #CannabisCultivation #Hydroponics #PlantScience #Microbiology #RootZoneBiology #Growers #Phosphorus #LivingRootZone #Terpenes #CropSteering #CannabisIndustry

7. 

   14 Jan 2026

   AC Moon Cameron Unfiltered: Cannabis Activism, Big Pharma, and Building Real Freedom

   In this episode of Behind the Grow, Eric sits down with AC Moon Cameron — a 25+ year veteran of the cannabis world whose story spans legacy cultivation, medical-era activism, education, consulting, and invention.This is a wide-ranging, no-fluff conversation that goes far beyond growing. AC Moon breaks down the difference between rescheduling vs descheduling, why corporate interests shape policy, and what everyday people can do to educate themselves. We also dive into her early activism roots, the origins of her edible work, and how her invention Crop Tops was born from real-world necessity for outdoor cultivation in harsh conditions.You’ll also hear about her work in the Caribbean helping build legal frameworks — including consumption lounge licensing in the U.S. Virgin Islands (opening January 2026) — and why innovation, education, and community are the only way forward.Topics covered: Growing up around cannabis and early activism in the 90s Medical-era access and the legacy movement Rescheduling vs descheduling and what’s at stake Corporate influence, research, and synthetic cannabinoids Cannabis law realities across the U.S. and abroad Building cannabis tourism and local equity in the Virgin Islands Crop Tops and protecting outdoor plants from weather, rot, and contamination Quick-fire questions: first grow, myths, music, and more Indica Innovations International: IndicaInnovations.com Crop Tops Greenhouse: CropTopsGreenhouses.com (site in progress) LinkedIn: @a.c.moon Instagram: @a.c.moon Follow & learn more:#gardenculturemagazine (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/gardenculturemagazine) #BehindTheGrow (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/behindthegrow) #CannabisCommunity (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/cannabiscommunity) #LegacyCannabis (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/legacycannabis) #CannabisActivism (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/cannabisactivism) #CannabisEducation (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/cannabiseducation) #Cultivation (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/cultivation) #CannabisPolicy (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/cannabispolicy) #HomeGrow (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/homegrow) #Innovation (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/innovation)

8. 

   13 Jan 2026

   Alexandre Gauthier on Open-Source Cultivation & the Reality of Commercial Growing

   In this episode of Behind the Grow, Eric sits down with Alexandre Gauthier, VP of R&D at Origin Nature, for an honest, deeply technical, and refreshingly open conversation about commercial cultivation, leadership, and what actually makes a grow operation successful.Alex shares the real story behind his early growing days, how hands-on experience shaped his approach, and why transparency and team culture matter more than any so-called “secret sauce.” From SOPs and cultivation systems to lighting degradation, LED warranties, and why blind tasting matters more than lab numbers, this episode goes far beyond surface-level grow talk.You’ll also hear:• How Origin Nature built a culture around passion, trust, and accountability • Why sharing cultivation knowledge strengthens the entire industry • The truth about LED light degradation and what growers should be measuring • Why people matter more than genetics, nutrients, or equipment • How consumer behavior around potency will evolve over time • Lessons for new operators trying to survive and stay profitable This episode is a must-watch for cultivators, operators, and anyone interested in the future of professional growing and sustainable cannabis businesses.Featuring:Eric (Host, Garden Culture Magazine) Alexandre Gauthier – VP of R&D, OriginNature.com#BehindTheGrow (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/behindthegrow) #gardenculturemagazine (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/gardenculturemagazine) #CommercialCultivation (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/commercialcultivation) #GrowRoomDesign (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/growroomdesign) #CannabisIndustry (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/cannabisindustry) #CultivationLeadership (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/cultivationleadership) #LEDLighting (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/ledlighting) #GrowerCulture (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/growerculture) #CanadianCannabis (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/canadiancannabis)

9. 

   12 Jan 2026

   The Untold Story of Jair Velleman: Success, Burnout & Reinventing Grow Lighting

   Industry pioneer Jair Velleman joins Behind the Grow for a raw and insightful conversation about ambition, burnout, reinvention, and the evolution of professional grow lighting.Jair opens up about:• His early hustle importing equipment • Building Mammoth Tents and Gavita from the ground up • Selling his company for life-changing money — and the depression that followed • Rediscovering purpose through Dutch Lighting Innovations • Why LED degradation is a hidden crisis in cultivation • The science behind UV light and improving crop quality • The friendships, failures, and unforgettable stories along the way This episode isn’t just about technology — it’s about resilience, timing, and believing in something enough to change an entire industry.#GardenCultureMagazine (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/gardenculturemagazine) #BehindTheGrow (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/behindthegrow) #DLILighting (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/dlilighting) #GrowLighting (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/growlighting) #CultivationTech (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/cultivationtech) #HorticultureInnovation (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/horticultureinnovation)00:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xi4Xhzsb8WU) Introduction and Early Connections06:05 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xi4Xhzsb8WU&t=365s) Transition to Gavita and Mammoth Tents12:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xi4Xhzsb8WU&t=720s) The Launch of Garden Culture Magazine18:09 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xi4Xhzsb8WU&t=1089s) The Evolution of the Cannabis Industry23:57 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xi4Xhzsb8WU&t=1437s) Memorable Stories and Experiences30:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xi4Xhzsb8WU&t=1800s) Innovations in Growing Technology32:04 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xi4Xhzsb8WU&t=1924s) The Evolution of Horticultural Lighting34:36 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xi4Xhzsb8WU&t=2076s) The Emotional Journey of Selling a Company39:01 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xi4Xhzsb8WU&t=2341s) Finding Purpose After Success47:03 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xi4Xhzsb8WU&t=2823s) Understanding Light Degradation in Cannabis Cultivation58:04 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xi4Xhzsb8WU&t=3484s) Innovations in UV Lighting for Plants

10. 

    30 Nov 2025

    Behind the Grow Ep. 7: Shane Hutto on Media Science, Root Zone Oxygen, and Modern Cultivation

    In Episode 7 of Behind the Grow, Eric sits down with cultivation expert Shane Hutto for a deep dive into the science behind modern growing. From managing 160,000 sq. ft. of canopy at Cresco Labs to consulting across the country and now working with Profile Products, Shane brings decades of hands-on experience to this conversation.We cover:• The truth about “over-watering” and why it’s really an oxygen issue • How rockwool, coco, and hydrofiber behave differently in the root zone • Shane’s journey from commercial production to consulting • Media science, drainage, and dryback explained • The evolution of cultivation practices in today’s market • Why growers need to think differently about water, air, and media balance If you’re serious about cultivation, this episode is packed with valuable insight from one of the sharpest minds in the field.#BehindTheGrow (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/behindthegrow) #ShaneHutto (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/shanehutto) #GardenCulture (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/gardenculture) #CultivationScience (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/cultivationscience) #Hydroponics (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/hydroponics) #GrowersLife (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/growerslife) #RootZoneManagement (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/rootzonemanagement)

11. 

    3 Nov 2025

    Behind the Grow #6 — Tate Dooley on Synganic Growing, Enzyme Pods, & Backyard Farming at Scale

    Eric sits down with Tate Dooley (Key to Life; Backyard Farming Supply) for a deep-dive on clean inputs, synganic (synthetic + organic) strategies, IPM that actually works, and how to turn a suburban yard into a high-yield, automated food system. We cover the origin of Key to Life from compost tea brewers to today’s powdered nutrient line, why sulfur supercharges terpene expression, and the “one–two punch” of Silver Bullet + Enzyme Pods for plant health and powdery mildew pressure.🎙️ WHAT YOU’LL LEARN• The origin story: compost tea brewer → Key to Life nutrient line • Synganic philosophy: purity, potency, and consistency without sacrificing quality • Enzyme Pods explained: 7-species bacillus blend, plant-safe enzymes, and why pods beat liquid enzymes • Sulfur 101: hitting ~80–100 ppm and why it boosts terpenes and trichomes • The “one–two punch”: Silver Bullet (weeks 0–3 foliar) + Enzyme Pods (weeks 3–harvest) • Backyard Farming Supply: conveyor-belt gardening, automation, and post-harvest flow in a city lot • Real-world IPM + PM: what finally knocked it back indoors • Denver grow advantages: altitude, DLI, CO₂, and bone-dry air • Kids, gardens, and making time: how to keep yield high without becoming a “full-time farmer”⏱️ CHAPTERS00:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FV8zVycWRU) Cold open + audio gremlins 00:42 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FV8zVycWRU&t=42s) Welcome & why Tate’s approach resonated 02:29 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FV8zVycWRU&t=149s) Tate’s intro: student-for-life mindset 04:50 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FV8zVycWRU&t=290s) Compost tea brewer → powdered inputs (the Ziploc era) 09:40 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FV8zVycWRU&t=580s) Sourcing ultra-pure inputs & building the line 13:42 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FV8zVycWRU&t=822s) Organics vs synganics & the power of the sun 15:25 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FV8zVycWRU&t=925s) Denver climate advantages for growers 20:15 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FV8zVycWRU&t=1215s) Backyard Farming Supply: from one bed to full automation 26:55 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FV8zVycWRU&t=1615s) System design: starts → canopy → fertigation → wash/pack → outdoor kitchen 31:58 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FV8zVycWRU&t=1918s) Enzyme Pods: what they are & how they work 38:30 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FV8zVycWRU&t=2310s) Silver Bullet sulfur: purity, mixing, and ppm targets 44:46 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FV8zVycWRU&t=2686s) Practical dosages, timing, and the week-6–8 terp window 46:40 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FV8zVycWRU&t=2800s) The “silver + enzymes” program (foliar → root drench) 47:56 Where to find Tate & closing🔗 FIND TATE / KEY TO LIFE• Instagram: @keytolifesupply | @endzymepods • Websites: keytolifesupply.com | backyardfarmingsupply.com🙌 ABOUT THE SHOWBehind the Grow spotlights builders, growers, and makers pushing cultivation forward. Subscribe for more unfiltered conversations.#BehindTheGrow (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/behindthegrow) #Synganic (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/synganic) #OrganicGrowing (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/organicgrowing) #IPM (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/ipm) #PowderyMildew (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/powderymildew) #EnzymePods (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/enzymepods) #Sulfur (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/sulfur) #Terpenes (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/terpenes) #KeyToLife (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/keytolife) #BackyardFarming (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/backyardfarming) #CompostTea (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/composttea) #GardenCulture (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/gardenculture)

12. 

    12 Oct 2025

    BioBizz’s John Ramsey: The Organic Feeding Blueprint | Behind the Grow

    Episode 5 dives into organic growing that actually scales. Eric Coulombe sits down with John Ramsey of BioBizz to unpack how to build living, microbe-rich media; dial organic liquids for soil and coco; and keep consistency without chasing numbers. They cover real-world feeding schedules, pH strategy for organics, when (and when not) to measure EC, and simple tweaks that boost vigor, aroma, and resilience—minus the salt-heavy baggage.What you’ll learn:• Building a living substrate: biology-first inputs and watering cadence • Organic feeding made practical: BioBizz-style schedules for soil and coco • pH in organics: gentle adjustment, buffers, and avoiding lockout • EC & runoff with organics: what to watch—and what to ignore • Transitioning from salts to organics: common pitfalls and quick wins • Sustainability notes: sourcing, media choices, and waste reduction#BehindTheGrow (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/behindthegrow) #BioBizz (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/biobizz) #OrganicGrowing (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/organicgrowing) #LivingSoil (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/livingsoil) #IndoorGrowing (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/indoorgrowing) #CocoCoir (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/cococoir) #Horticulture (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/horticulture) #GardenCultureMagazine (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/gardenculturemagazine)

13. 

    11 Oct 2025

    Hydrofarm’s Paul Gonzalez: Trade Shows, Gaia Green & Grotek Truths | Behind the Grow

    From shop floors to global stages, Hydrofarm’s Paul Gonzalez (21+ years in the game) joins Eric to unpack what actually moves growers forward. They compare Spannabis vs. Mary Jane Berlin, why Germany’s living-soil crowd is surging, and how genetics booths supercharge real buyer conversations. Paul breaks down Gaia Green (EcoCert dry amendments: All Purpose 4-4-4, Power Bloom, worm castings) and Grotek’s evolution (bio + mineral blends, Vitamax Pro, the Monster Bloom classic), plus how Hydrofarm chooses bases by market without bloating costs.What you’ll learn:• How trade shows really drive demand (and why Berlin is booming) • Gaia Green vs. Grotek—when organic dry amendments or liquids make sense • Practical nutrient philosophy: AB simplicity, targeted boosters, and clean reservoirs • Rapid-fire grow takes: flushing, silica under heat stress, under-canopy lighting ROI, foliar worth, microbes in rockwool • Hot-summer tips: silica for resilience and simple mulching to protect soil moisture#BehindTheGrow (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/behindthegrow) #Hydrofarm (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/hydrofarm) #GaiaGreen (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/gaiagreen) #Grotek (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/grotek) #Spannabis (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/spannabis) #MaryJaneBerlin (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/maryjaneberlin) #IndoorGrowing (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/indoorgrowing) #Hydroponics (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/hydroponics) #LivingSoil (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/livingsoil) #Horticulture (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/horticulture)

14. 

    11 Sept 2025

    AutoPot USA: Passive Watering, Bigger Yields & Less Waste | Manny Pelaez

    No pumps, no timers, no electricity, just a gravity-fed system that keeps plants consistently fed while you’re away. In this Behind the Grow episode, AutoPot USA’s Manny Pelaez joins Eric Coulombe to break down how a tiny team scaled in a down market, why passive “constant feed” works, and the simple feeding/substrate tweaks that prevent overfeeding and stabilize reservoirs. What you’ll learn: • How AquaValve delivers a steady water level for true constant feed—without power • Smarter feeding: why many issues are overfeeding (and how to dial inputs back) • Outdoor performance + newer systems (XXL, Tray2Grow) with drainage taps • Building community at scale: MAP pricing, retail protection, and local affiliate growers • Living soil + autoflower setups that make first harvests surprisingly easy • Real-world wins: set-and-forget reliability and growing more than cannabis (tomatoes, turmeric, ginger) Links 👇🌐 https://autopot-usa.com/ (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbUJKZElueGZOdlFxZnZRODQ2c1JaV0FqOFVJd3xBQ3Jtc0tsWktFVFhhcmF5R1FZM2R3ZmVKSkdwZ0ZNTFhXQUdxYlJsTllNU1ZOUlp4SVBNejc4c1QtRDRiMkIxZm9XdGV6ZXl3VEp1SEczM0ZadjR0YjBnaFhhUkVFM2xuYVlVdUktVkZRMTdTMnVpNHZrOVVUOA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fautopot-usa.com%2F&v=5Z_MYoz6EfU) 👥   / autopotusa   (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbEQ1bVlLTXkwcGRjTVhtWHhwU3U0bmdMZ0RYQXxBQ3Jtc0tuNDN6emhTSHVvTk9XWTdEeHloYWZCbldqUF9jOVZoRGticmFWZ09nWTE0bUtINGJ2U1lKRndyRUw4YU1sMjdXSWt3Z1NoZzBMU2FNa0NyaWZnODBBNk5GV2s3Y3gtNHR4X2VCeS15YU5IUmEzR2d5MA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FAutopotUSA%2F&v=5Z_MYoz6EfU) 📸   / autopot_usa   (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbEw5bm0xNlhiNG1VNVp1U2ZEWG9CUDRrWGt6d3xBQ3Jtc0tudng4Z1lVY0E3U1ZuYVRzczVkcTlDdnJIeUlvN3NKNmxiMnIxeWloYWFWTmROWDhVYUhqTzJEdTMxUWd6bVhYVTZYTGlIWVNna3lZdFM3VlAyYzcyblpUS2FkZHREUmpGNDFyNUxfaTF5SnAwa1NRNA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fautopot_usa%2F&v=5Z_MYoz6EfU) 🐦   / autopotusa   (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbkNDWmh3VkhfZGIyVlYxS1pfVU5qcFlPZ3JnUXxBQ3Jtc0tsWEg2TFRRYkNMSnQ1WWZiWE80M3VzOFcyd3EyNDFOZFVSYkRpdUFHaThMYVZLblJ0aEJjVHlRcHRfMDNCU2IzNnQ0Z3F0eTVKTEZFakV4UGZGRXZRV0hFOURvOGkxeFowVGtDbkJHN2xUSkF2anNLNA&q=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2Fautopotusa&v=5Z_MYoz6EfU) 🎥    / @autopotusa   (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCh5f_twIwO5n88eb5ondF0w) #BehindTheGrow (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/behindthegrow) #AutoPotUSA (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/autopotusa) #Hydroponics (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/hydroponics) #IndoorGrowing (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/indoorgrowing) #PassiveHydro (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/passivehydro) #GardenCultureMagazine (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/gardenculturemagazine)

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    22 Jul 2025

    Justin Cooper on Green Planet, Growing Exposed, and Building a Life in Flower

    In Episode 2 of Behind the Grow, I sit down with Justin Cooper, co-founder of Green Planet Nutrients and creator of Growing Exposed. We’ve been running in the same circles for over 20 years, and this convo covers everything from legacy market days to helping veterans find purpose through flower.We talk about: • How Justin helped launch Green Planet Nutrients • The origin story behind Growing Exposed and why it still matters • Funding the Allard case to fight for patient rights in Canada • The rise and fall of retail grow shops across Canada • The veteran-led 6.1 Charlie project and why it’s more than just a brand • Our shared past, limos at Max Yield, and the power of showing up for communityJustin’s energy hasn’t changed since day one. He’s not everyone’s cup of tea—and he’s fine with that—but if you’re in his circle, he’s loyal for life.This episode is for the growers, the fighters, and the ones who stuck with the plant through thick and thin.📘 Read more at: https://gardenculturemagazine.com (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbG01YVJiSUNmQUF3ay1lOENRY3FfQ0d5cU8yd3xBQ3Jtc0tuajVoTHotNFBLSVJVd2UyTUVFR28wVWVqWkNtQUx0S1RMNlF3UXZfQ1V5OUptQmhSOG9QeEdVblhkXzRLRkQtZ3pQclFNMThmazU1VW8zdW9qcjUyUUhwdUhfVlpUV0tVQ2hyUU5MLTRYb2QyWXNtSQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fgardenculturemagazine.com%2F&v=D9e1X4a_t08)#BehindTheGrow (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/behindthegrow) #GreenPlanet (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/greenplanet) #GrowingExposed (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/growingexposed) #CannabisIndustry (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/cannabisindustry) #LegacyGrowers (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/legacygrowers) #CannabisCommunity (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/cannabiscommunity) #GardenCulture (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/gardenculture) #AllardCase (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/allardcase) #VeteranSupport (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/veteransupport) #CannabisLife (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/cannabislife)

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    22 Jul 2025

    25 Years of Hustle with Jason Stanley (BioFloral, Legacy Days, Wild Stories)

    In the very first episode of Behind the Grow, I sit down with my longtime friend and cannabis industry OG, Jason Stanley. We go way back—same school bus, same football team, and decades in the trenches of the grow industry together.Jason shares how he got started selling hydro gear in the late ’90s, why a bank manager had to write him an apology letter, and how the industry transformed post-legalization. From hash days to big business, from Bright Light to BioFloral, and from family roots to national distribution—this one covers it all.We talk about: • Building a grow shop empire from scratch • Competing against each other (and then becoming allies) • How COAs and daily consumables helped BioFloral thrive • The rise of CANNA and the explosion of Athena • Why loyalty, community, and love for the plant still matterAnd yeah, we go deep into the crazy road stories, tissue culture kits, foraging mushrooms, and even why I hate ties.This is the real story behind the grow.📘 Read more: https://gardenculturemagazine.com (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWN0WnNaUld4VTRlQ2dsLUF4Q3hmc2drbjh0UXxBQ3Jtc0ttUk16MmI5QkpuT1NwQ090ZDRldVhyaElRS09fN0lqQXJBTTBraWFUS2RUandOSXAtS254ZndaT0ZoYnJsSGt2VnRrV2V2aVlLMmotS2xYbFhRQ0xoYmJQb2JJZHN6MWNPNHhsUEF4SS1IaVoxdzhIcw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fgardenculturemagazine.com%2F&v=KPXPiDMvZq8)#BehindTheGrow (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/behindthegrow) #CannabisIndustry (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/cannabisindustry) #GardenCulture (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/gardenculture) #BioFloral (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/biofloral) #GrowerStories (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/growerstories) #CannabisBusiness (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/cannabisbusiness) #LegacyGrowers (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/legacygrowers)

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