The debate is on and people want to know whether LED grow lights or Fluorescent bulbs are better for Seedlings and Cuttings. In this video, we’ll do a direct comparison of the ViparSpectra XS1000 LED Grow Light and a shop light fixture containing 4-4foot fluorescent bulbs. We’ll look at the PAR they both put out. Same wattage, same height, both in grow tents appropriate to their size. Which one will win?
Explanation of Light: https://youtu.be/S6iaSiPKs1w
The New ViparSpectra XS1000 LED Grow Light: https://youtu.be/Jnp_zPQmCwg
Dioecious or Feminized Seed?
Dioecious = have a 50/50 male/female ratio (theoretically)
Feminized = will produce a female plant
Dioecious Seed: Advantages
Have more genetic variability
Can produce pollen of chosen strain
Can offer more varieties to select from
Dioecious Seed: Disadvantages
Male plants will need to be removed (if not breeding)
Plants will have to be cared for that may not produce valuable yield
Will have to purchase more seeds than you need
Feminized Seed: Advantages
Vastly reduce the time spent culling male plants
Purchased seed number can more closely match total plant number
Cost? (Less expensive in some cases)
Feminized Seed: Disadvantages
Limited strain selection options
Can not use the seeds if you are a breeder
Potential negative impact on chemical profile
Cost? (More expensive in some cases)
Link to Lecture Slides: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1H5vTDdhum5NGqU1dmWxUY17813ObZuYS/view?usp=sharing
*Due to the description character limit the full work cited for “Cannabis Seed Selection Options” can be viewed at… https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HSqLfg8rF_D9Z0cfVdCLsrqmzINtloVU/view?usp=sharing
Full article: https://blog.prusaprinters.org/3d-printing-and-gardening_45808/
The article also has links for all models and additional information.
Win the Original Prusa i3 MK3S+ by joining the Gardening Tools design contest on PrusaPrinters.org:
https://blog.prusaprinters.org/helping-your-garden-grow-contest_47230/
Models:
Plant pot with hexagons https://www.prusaprinters.org/prints/641-plant-pot-with-hexagones
Simple plant pot coaster https://www.prusaprinters.org/prints/32478
Self-watering planter https://www.prusaprinters.org/prints/57885-self-watering-rectangular-planter-with-optional-la
Self-watering insert https://www.prusaprinters.org/prints/60895-self-watering-insert
Twisted planter https://www.prusaprinters.org/prints/34332-9-sided-twisted-planter
Pokemon Planter https://www.prusaprinters.org/prints/269
Plant labels1 https://www.prusaprinters.org/prints/27222-plant-labels
Plant labels2 https://www.prusaprinters.org/prints/28890-plant-label
LED bridge for plant box https://www.prusaprinters.org/prints/58670-plant-box-led-holder-adjustable
Avocado floater 1 https://www.prusaprinters.org/prints/627-avocado-seed-floater
Avocado floater 2 https://www.prusaprinters.org/prints/2380
Propagation station https://www.prusaprinters.org/prints/58220-propagation-stationplanter
Seed starting mini cups https://www.prusaprinters.org/prints/58213
Honeycomb support https://www.prusaprinters.org/prints/43945
Black twisted planter https://www.prusaprinters.org/prints/42218
The more I look at the health benefits of hemp seeds and in particular hemp hearts the more impressed I am. In this video we make the case for why we should consume 3 tablespoons of hemp seeds everyday. Loaded with protein and omega 3 fatty acids these little seeds are powerhouses of nutrition! In particular w look at hemp seeds impact on the heart, brain and bones.
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Here are the studies we look at
The cardiac and haemostatic effects of dietary hempseed
https://nutritionandmetabolism.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/1743-7075-7-32
Some Immunity Reactions of Edestin. The Biological Reactions of the Vegetable Proteins. III
https://www.jstor.org/stable/30075100?seq=1#metadata_info_tab_contents
Evaluating the quality of protein from hemp seed (Cannabis sativa L.) products through the use of the protein digestibility-corrected amino acid score method
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20977230/
Gamma-linolenic acid, Dihommo-gamma linolenic, Eicosanoids and Inflammatory Processes
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0014299916302345?via%3Dihub
Efficacy of a Chinese herbal proprietary medicine (Hemp Seed Pill) for functional constipation
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21045817/
Are LED sellers truthful with their efficiency claims? How can you tell? Who’s being honest? In this LED grow light video review, I decided to audit 4 popular Amazon vendors (Spider Farmer, Maxsisun, Mars Hydro & ViparSpectra) to see if their lights match the PPE product specs shown on their websites. Which companies are most truthful?
This review features 6 popular LED grow light models from the “1000” category. Some of them might be ok for a single “medicinal” plant. But these are ideal for home gardeners, growing things like lettuce, microgreens, seedlings & herbs. Three premium models: SF1000, MF1000 & TS1000. Three budget lights: SF1000D, PB1000 & TS600. Which lights are best? I took PPFD readings comparing the light levels. The video shows several other metrics for comparing these grow lights.
Be sure to watch Part 2: https://youtu.be/WmjOSzSF-HI
Although I reviewed & tested 6 LED grow lights, I’m only able to recommend 4 of them: SF1000, PB1000, MF1000 & TS1000. The SF1000D & TS600 are subpar units. Unless you can get them at a super cheap price, you’re better off just buying a PB1000.
• SF1000: Spider Farmer originally released this LED at $140. A year later, they had added a dimmer box & raised the price to $160. It wasn’t making any extra light. It just cost more. They originally listed it as PPE 2.7. Then they claimed PPE 2.9. This was false. Their Integrating Sphere test reports show the PPE is only 2.5! It’s still very efficient. It also has a higher percentage of Far Red light vs the other LEDs. So I do recommend it. But I would not pay more than $160 for it.
• SF1000D: Growers might mistake the SF1000D for a SF1000 without the dimmer. But that’s not the only difference! It has Samsung LM301D diodes. It doesn’t have a branded driver. And so the power factor is low (0.69). The efficacy is much lower. The PPE is only 2 (even though the label said 2.6). At $100 or higher, this light is simply not worth it.
• PB1000: Maxsisun’s budget grow light. Was a nice entry level light at a good price. Unfortunately, the company has not been doing anything in the market for a while now.
• MF1000: It has more features than the others: Ribbed heat sink, daisy chain power connector & remote control for power & dimming. The reflector hood helps to focus the photons (along with a smaller diode footprint). It doesn’t output much more light than the PB1000. But it distributes the light differently (good for non-tent applications). The PPE is slightly higher (2.139 vs 2.077) & it includes a Far Red diode. But it has that premium price too. If you’re impressed by the features, then it’s worth it.
• TS600: Mars Hydro didn’t want me to review this light. They had NO test report. It had false PPE specs on the label (PPE 2.3). Probably more like 1.8 umol/J, based on my PPFD readings compared to the MF1000 (which matches wattage & also has a reflector hood). The TS600 has a poor power factor (0.7). It’s not very bright & not as efficient. I don’t advise buying it.
• TS1000: Unlike the other 100W models, this LED is a full 150W. So the output is much higher! I was given an old test report. But my PPFD readings support an efficacy of 2.1 or even 2.2. It would be fair to compare this light to the others, except it costs LESS than the SF1000. And you can dim it too. A good value in that more expensive premium category!
There is no mystery to grow lights. You might even be able to use something you have at home. In any case, I’m going to break down three different types and prices of grow lights and let you know the pros and cons of each.
Remember the numbers… LUMENS: 1500-2000 Kelvin: 4500-6500
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Are you feeling anxious from schoolwork? Using hemp-derived CBD may help. We explain the difference between CBD derived from hemp versus marijuana, how effective the hemp-derived variant treats anxiety, and how you can incorporate CBD into your wellness routine.
Disclaimer! This video does not substitute medical advice, and further research should be done before the participation in any CBD or THC products. Please consult your health professional to learn and understand what may work best for you. If you want to learn more in depth about what long-term research is currently being done surrounding recreational CBD use, the science behind how CBD can be effective, or it’s efficacy; please follow the links below.
This video was made by McMaster students; Vanessa D’Ambrosio, Jia Hui Du, and Jennifer Dang in collaboration with the McMaster Demystifying Medicine Program.
#DemystifyingMedicine, #MentalHealth
Copyright McMaster University 2021
o Cannabidiol (CBD) — what we know and what we don’t (Harvard University Health): https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/cannabidiol-cbd-what-we-know-and-what-we-dont-2018082414476
o Dosage, Efficacy and Safety of Cannabidiol Administration in Adults: A Systematic Review of Human Trials (Journal of Clinical Medicine Research): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7092763/
o What Research Says about CBD oil (Northwestern Medicine): https://www.nm.org/healthbeat/medical-advances/science-and-research/what-research-says-about-cbd-oil
o Using CBD Oil for Anxiety: Does It Work? (HealthLine): https://www.healthline.com/health/cbd-for-anxiety#what-research-says
o Cannabidiol as a Potential Treatment for Anxiety Disorders (Journal of Neurotherapeutics) : https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4604171/
o Effects of Hemp Extract on Markers of Wellness, Stress Resilience, Recovery and Clinical Biomarkers of Safety in Overweight, But Otherwise Healthy Subjects (Journal of Dietary Supplements) RESEARCH REFERRED TO IN VIDEO: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/pdf/10.1080/19390211.2020.1765941?casa_token=pq5tlLJ6HrAAAAAA:pAqNEe88AH_Tyx6WlGZ5EzoWxfkfsC8Wc7n80hY7ccb4WDQ7gVWhlkAiHlUC2UWeuVIE
Inspired by an old Spanish millstone, the RAW Six Shooter allows you to fill 1, 2, 3, or 6 cones at a time!
Just loosen the center pin and dial the plate to the quantity you want to fill. Place the RAW cones in the open holes, add your materials, fasten the top & start tapping!
When you’re done, remove the top and press your base plate down on the table, which will make the cones pop up just like a toaster! — wait for a second, are we sure this was inspired by a Spanish Millstone and not a toaster? or am I toasted for thinking that? never mind.
Anyway, it’s currently compatible with King Size, 1¼, and Lean RAW cones!
Revive, Relief and Refresh have a brand-new look, now with even better ingredients for a healthier you!
We’re always looking to revolutionize the way you take your CBD (and let’s face it, skin care is a priority), we’re excited to announce our new topical formulas: Relief, Refresh, and Revive! Made with CBD and CBG, check out how our new topicals can benefit your skin. These are now available!
-Relief: Provides a soothing massage and is cooling to the skin (perfect for post-workouts).
-Refresh: Helps purify and maintain skin health. Supports optimal moisture levels in the skin.
-Revive: Promotes a radiant, youthful looking complexion.
