{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"AROYA Office Hours ","title":"[AUDIO only] Office Hours LIVE Ep 123: Moisture Management in Rockwool and Coco","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3670,"description":"Welcome to Episode 123 of AROYA Office Hours LIVE! I'm Kaisha, your host, joined by co-host Cian and our cultivation experts Jason and Seth. Today, we'll look into the intricacies of water management in cultivation, focusing on rockwool media, proper sensor placement, and effective irrigation strategies to prevent plant stress and wilting. We'll also explore how these practices impact yield and quality, and share tips on optimizing pot sizes, using data logging for accurate monitoring, and maintaining clean water systems to prevent issues like algae growth.We've got insightful advice responding to queries from our listeners, including strategies for managing high EC runoff in coco-perlite mixes and understanding the delicate balance between water content and plant health. Plus, we'll discuss the latest technologies in cultivation, like nano-bubble systems and isotherm models, to enhance your growing efficiency and product quality.Stick around for practical tips, expert opinions, and a sneak peek into our preparations for MJ BizCon, where you can meet the team and see live demos of our cultivation platform. Don't forget to submit your crop steering or cultivation questions for future episodes, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform!00:00 High runoff indicates reproductive growth hormone change.03:14 3,500 ppm runoff isn't unusual; monitor pH.08:26 Check sensor placement; affects pot water content.12:02 11-liter influence for Teros sensors, spatial volume.16:33 Adjust strategy based on pot size differences.21:23 Optimal plant growth sometimes requires larger pots.22:20 Increase pot size for better plant growth.26:23 Large substrates can delay production; efficiency needed.28:51 Protect price point to stay market relevant.34:41 THC influences consumer choice in dispensaries.39:30 Algae indicates cleaning need; prevent mold growth.40:23 Regular cleaning prevents algae in irrigation systems.46:28 Opaque tank prevents algae, leads to sludge.48:42 Water...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/3zkYl9J7uGmkCJodQLZ2gtb1p7G5YMSafmRWy0IzUuk/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9iMGIx/MTA5NmYyZjY4ZjA1/YTZmZjEzZDkxYmU1/MDQ5ZS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}