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{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nCan cover crops be planted between rows of late crops? [/INST] Yes, if space allows. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nIs it possible to plant early cover crops over an entire garden with crops still growing into November or December? [/INST] No, it is not possible. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat are the most common nutrient deficiencies found in soil? [/INST] The most common nutrient deficiencies found in soil are nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K). </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat is the role of rooting hormones in marijuana cultivation? [/INST] Rooting hormones aid in the development of roots, especially during the cloning or transplanting stages, improving plant stability and nutrient uptake. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat do plants supply to bacteria? [/INST] Plants supply the bacteria with energy and nutrients. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nHow can gardeners evaluate these properties? [/INST] To understand how well their soil moves and holds water, and what steps they can take to improve the soil. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat is the effect of phosphate on plant tissues and soil? [/INST] High phosphate levels make plants less receptive to inoculation by mycorrhizal spores. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nHow can salts be leached from soil? [/INST] Salts can be leached from soil by applying irrigation water in excess of the water-holding capacity of the soil. Excess water must drain downward through the soil to carry away the excess salts. Six inches of excess water removes about half of the soluble salts in a soil, and a foot of water removes about 80 percent. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat can vary the nutrient content and availability of animal manures? [/INST] The type of animal that produced the manure, the age and handling of the manure, and the type of manure (e.g. mixed with straw or woody bedding, exposed to rain, composted) can affect the nutrient content and availability. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat is needed for fast-growing garden crops in soils without a history of fertilization? [/INST] Phosphorus fertilization. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat are the drawbacks of over-watering in Traditional Drip systems? [/INST] It squeezes out air pockets in the soil, slowing or stopping transpiration. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat role do hydrolytic enzymes play in seed germination? [/INST] Hydrolytic enzymes are induced by gibberellic acid (GA) and play a role in breaking down components that allow the seed to germinate. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat does fresh organic matter do? [/INST] Fresh organic matter is decomposed by soil organisms, releasing nutrients, carbon dioxide, and energy, and is eventually transformed into more stable materials. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat happens if a female cannabis plant is pollinated? [/INST] The seeds will form in its flowers and continue to develop inside a casing. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nHow much fertilizer should I apply to each rhubarb plant? [/INST] To supply 1 oz of N using a fertilizer with 6% available N, 1 lb of fertilizer is needed. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat is the role of Myrcene in marijuana? [/INST] Myrcene is the most common terpene in marijuana and has a musky, earthy scent. It has sedative effects and is also found in mangoes. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat is the issue of moderation when it comes to mycorrhizal activity? [/INST] High levels of phosphate nearly always restrict mycorrhizal activity. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat are coarse fragments? [/INST] Coarse fragments are gravel and rocks. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat should be done to mitigate environmental factors? [/INST] It is important to understand how to mitigate environmental factors like high humidity and heat, and what to know as the day's progress and as you're drying out the product. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nHow do slope, aspect, and soil depth affect water availability? [/INST] Slope affects water availability by shedding or collecting water, aspect affects water availability by collecting more heat and increasing water demand, and soil depth affects water availability by defining the rooting zone. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nHow can excess nutrients affect the environment? [/INST] Excess nitrogen left in the soil at the end of the growing season can leach into ground water and threaten drinking water quality. Excess phosphorus can harm water quality if it moves into streams and lakes through runoff and erosion. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat is the function of the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) in a cannabis plant? [/INST] The ER is involved in the production, packaging, and shipment of proteins within the cell. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat materials have low nitrogen concentrations? [/INST] Materials with low nitrogen concentrations include straw, bark, and sawdust. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nHow does a sandy loam feel? [/INST] A sandy loam feels gritty. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nIs it safe to smoke weed while pregnant? [/INST] The consensus is that it's risky and should be avoided. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat is the importance of finding a stable mother plant for cuttings? [/INST] A stable mother plant ensures consistent genetics, which is crucial for maintaining trichome production levels. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nHow do terpenes interact with cannabinoids like THC? [/INST] Terpenes can modulate the effects of cannabinoids, either amplifying or mitigating their effects. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat do Blumat sensors offer over Traditional Drip? [/INST] Automation and the same benefits as traditional drip. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat is Ruderalis? [/INST] Ruderalis is one of the three main variations of cannabis, along with indica and sativa. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat does a soil test provide information on? [/INST] A soil test provides information on the amount of nutrients in a soil sample and recommends the amount of fertilizer that should be added based on the test results and the types of plants grown. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nHow can mycorrhizae help with rock phosphate? [/INST] Mycorrhizae can easily solubilize mineral rock phosphate and transport it to the plant roots, leading to plants being more receptive to mycorrhizal infection and subsequent uptake of phosphate. However, rock phosphate should never be added to a landscape unless soil tests indicate a deficiency. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nHow do I determine how much fertilizer to use? [/INST] Follow these steps: 1. Choose a fertilizer with an appropriate content analysis. 2. Calculate how much of the chosen fertilizer is needed for 1,000 square feet of coverage. 3. Calculate the area of your garden space. 4. Calculate the amount of fertilizer needed for your garden by dividing the area of your garden by the area specified in the fertilizer recommendation and multiplying by the fertilizer amount calculated in step 2. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat is Rhizosphere? [/INST] The thin layer of soil immediately surrounding plant roots. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nAre there nutrient products specifically designed for cannabis plants? [/INST] Yes, there are cannabis-specific nutrients, but products designed for tomatoes can also be used. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat is cannabis leaf phyllotaxy and how does it change during the flowering stage? [/INST] Phyllotaxy refers to the arrangement of leaves on a plant. In cannabis, it changes from opposite decussate to alternate during the flowering stage. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nHow do you identify a male cannabis plant? [/INST] Male plants develop pollen sacs, which are small, round, and hang from the nodes. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat should be done with perennials that require well-drained soil? [/INST] Use raised beds for perennials that require well-drained soil and for early-season vegetables. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat is the major raw material in most commercial compost sold in Washington? [/INST] The major raw material in most commercial compost sold in Washington is yard debris. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat is the concept of 'sink strength' in sugar distribution? [/INST] Sink strength refers to the pulling force exerted by different plant organs on the available sugars. Organs with higher sink strength receive more sugars. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nHow do you determine the right distance for grow lights? [/INST] The distance depends on the type of light and the growth stage of the plant. It's crucial to avoid light burn or insufficient light. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat is Soil Solution? [/INST] The solution of water and dissolved minerals found in soil pores. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nHow many bacteria are generally found in one gram of agricultural topsoil? [/INST] Typically, there are anywhere from 100 million to 1 billion bacteria per gram of agricultural topsoil (dry weight basis). </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat is Slow-release Fertilizer? [/INST] A fertilizer material that is converted into a plant-available form by soil microorganisms. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat are the benefits of using livestock manure as fertilizer? [/INST] It is environmentally and economically sensible to recycle the livestock manure as fertilizer. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat is the role of mycorrhizae in solubilizing rock phosphate? [/INST] Mycorrhizae can easily solubilize rock phosphate and transport it to the plant roots. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat is soil permeability? [/INST] Soil permeability is the capacity of a soil to transmit water. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nHow does sugar distribution affect the overall health of the marijuana plant? [/INST] Proper sugar distribution is crucial for the growth and development of various plant organs, including buds, which are of primary interest in marijuana cultivation. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat is the water-holding capacity and permeability of clay and clay loam? [/INST] Clay and clay loam generally have high water-holding capacity and low permeability. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat can be done to provide additional nutrients to a soil if its nutrient supply is deficient? [/INST] Fertilizers can provide the additional nutrients needed for healthy plant growth. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat is the role of the main stem? [/INST] It acts as the site for new lateral growths and supports branches. It also transports water, nutrients, and sugars. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nHow does 'sink strength' vary between buds and leaves? [/INST] Buds generally have higher sink strength compared to leaves, especially during their developmental phase. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nHow do mature leaves contribute to the plant? [/INST] Mature leaves produce more sugars than they need, providing the buds and young foliage with essential sugars. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nHow can I determine if my plants need more phosphorus or if I have an excess amount? [/INST] Soil testing is a valuable tool for determining if your plants need more phosphorus, or if you have an excess amount of P and need to adjust your fertility plan. See the Using Fertilizers: How Much, When, and How section in this publication for more information on soil testing. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat is Biosolids? [/INST] Products of municipal wastewater treatment that contain nutrients, organic matter, and inorganic constituents. Class A biosolids have been treated to remove pathogens and are suitable for use in gardens and landscapes. Biosolids composts and blends are soil amendments, while dried biosolids products are used as fertilizers. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat is Cold Composting? [/INST] A slow composting process that involves simply building a compost pile and leaving it until it decomposes. This process may take a year or longer. Cold composting does not kill weed seeds or pathogens. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nHow does gibberellic acid (GA) affect the seed cover? [/INST] Gibberellic acid (GA) weakens the seed cover by stimulating gene expression involved in cell expansion and modification. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat can mulch do for soil? [/INST] Mulch can reduce the loss of water through evaporation, protect the soil from erosion, reduce compaction, smother annual weeds, and modify the temperature of the soil. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nHow do you prevent missing a plant during a watering cycle in Raised Beds? [/INST] Moisture will migrate from a different place in the bed, ensuring all plants get watered. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat effect do these mulches have on available nutrients in the underlying soil? [/INST] As long as these mulches remain on the soil surface, they have little effect on available nutrients in the underlying soil. However, incorporating them into the soil can reduce nitrogen availability for a year or more. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat is the relationship between sugar production and yield? [/INST] The yield largely depends on the amount of sugars that large fan leaves can produce and the amount that is transported to the buds. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat type of soil provides adequate permeability and water-holding capacity for good plant growth? [/INST] Soil that has a good balance of macropores and micropores provides adequate permeability and water-holding capacity for good plant growth. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat is the significance of Borneol in marijuana strains? [/INST] Borneol has a minty aroma and is used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nHow do organic fertilizers differ from processed fertilizers? [/INST] Organic fertilizers are slow-release fertilizers because their nutrients become available to plants over the course of the growing season. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nHow do mycorrhizae help prevent uptake of toxic minerals? [/INST] Mycorrhizae can help prevent uptake of toxic minerals from soil and inhibit their movement from the roots to the shoots. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nHow is fertilizer usually given? [/INST] Fertilizer recommendations are usually given in ounces or pounds of nutrient (such as nitrogen) per unit area (typically 100 or 1,000 square feet for gardens), per unit row length, or on a per plant basis. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nHow does soil pH affect microbes? [/INST] The most numerous and diverse soil microbial populations exist in the middle of the pH range, while fewer organisms are adapted to strongly acid or strongly alkaline soils. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat is Clay? [/INST] The smallest type of primary soil particle (less than 0.002 mm in diameter). </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat nutrients are essential for boosting trichome production during the flowering stage? [/INST] Phosphorus and potassium are essential nutrients for boosting trichome production during the flowering stage. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat are the benefits of using LED grow lights? [/INST] LED lights are energy-efficient, have a longer lifespan, and can provide a full spectrum of light. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat should be done if crops are still growing into November or December? [/INST] Plant cover crops in areas that are harvested early, and use mulch in those areas that are harvested later. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat gardening activities affect the population and diversity of soil organisms? [/INST] Almost all gardening activities'including tillage; the use of fertilizers, manures, and pesticides; and the choice of crop rotations'affect the population and diversity of soil organisms. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat types of plants should be planted in raised beds? [/INST] Perennials that require well-drained soil, as well as early-season vegetables. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat are Mycorrhizal fungi? [/INST] Mycorrhizal fungi are a type of fungi that form a beneficial relationship with plants. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat stimulates spore germination? [/INST] Roots of plants under nutritional stress release chemical cues, such as organic acids and strigolactones, that stimulate spore germination. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat is the benefit of using city-supplied water in a greenhouse? [/INST] It usually doesn’t require much filtration. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhen do plants need the largest amount of nutrients? [/INST] Plants need the largest amount of nutrients when they are growing most rapidly, which is usually midsummer for corn and squash, but earlier for spring plantings of lettuce and other greens. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat should be taken into consideration when using manure-based composts? [/INST] If there are problems with salinity in the garden soil, reduce or avoid the use of manure composts. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat do clay particles and soil organic matter contain on their surfaces? [/INST] They contain negative charges on their surfaces. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nAccording to Leafly, what are the top 5 cannabis strains for feeling Creative? [/INST] 1. Orange Mojito, Alias Name= nan, Hybrid, Rating: 5.0, Reviews: 2.0, THC 27.0%, Terpenes: Limonene; 2. Dog Park, Alias Name= aka Dog Park #5, Hybrid, Rating: 5.0, Reviews: 2.0, Terpenes: nan; 3. Atomic Bomb, Alias Name= nan, Hybrid, Rating: 5.0, Reviews: 4.0, THC 13.0%, CBD 0.0%, Terpenes: Myrcene; 4. Grateful Puff, Alias Name= nan, Hybrid, Rating: 5.0, Reviews: 3.0, THC 20.0%, Terpenes: Limonene; 5. NYC Chem, Alias Name= nan, Unknown, Rating: 5.0, Reviews: 2.0, Terpenes: nan </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat type of soil is best for cannabis plants? [/INST] Soil with a balanced pH level, good drainage, and optimal for root nutrient absorption. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat are the characteristics of cereal rye? [/INST] Cereal rye is very hardy, grows quickly, and matures rapidly in spring. It is also OK for late planting. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat is the benefit of Capillary Mat Systems for propagation? [/INST] They water from under the plants and adjust for different humidity and temperatures. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat is the plant's natural mechanism for dealing with inefficient leaves? [/INST] The plant naturally discards leaves that consume more sugars than they produce. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat is Feminized? [/INST] Feminized plants are the result of seeds that have been bred to produce only female plants. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat happens if a cannabis plant gets too much water? [/INST] The roots can choke as they struggle to get oxygen. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat temperature range do most microorganisms prefer? [/INST] Most microorganisms are most active between 70°F and 100°F. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat type of biosolids are available in Washington? [/INST] Class A biosolids are available in Washington as composts, blends, and heat-dried pellets. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat is the importance of water filtration in greenhouses? [/INST] It prevents frustration and saves costs, especially when using non-city water sources. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat is the cannabis industry in Oregon like? [/INST] The cannabis industry in Oregon is diverse, with 6-7,000 acres of different crops and a lot of diversity in the pest management programs. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat is Fertilizer? [/INST] A natural or synthetic product added to the soil to supply plant nutrients. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nAccording to Leafly, What are the top 5 cannabis strains for feeling Focused? [/INST] 1. Carmel Cough, Hybrid, Rating: 5.0, Reviews: 1.0, 2. Fish Whistle, Unknown, Rating: 5.0, Reviews: 1.0, THC 20.0%, Terpenes: Caryophyllene, 3. Headbanger #7 Rating: 5.0, Reviews: 1.0, 4. Aurora's Skyline, Hybrid, Rating: 5.0, Reviews: 1.0, 5. White Octane OG, Rating: 5.0, Reviews: 1.0 </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nAre coarse fragments harmful? [/INST] No, coarse fragments are not harmful. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat is Decomposition? [/INST] The breakdown of organic materials by microorganisms. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat is Cannabis? [/INST] Cannabis (also known as marijuana) is a psychoactive drug intended for medical or recreational uses. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat are the sources of organic and processed fertilizers? [/INST] Organic fertilizers are natural materials with little or no processing, while processed fertilizers are manufactured or extracted from natural materials and often undergo extensive processing. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat is the second thing to do when preparing for pest management? [/INST] Talk to the grower. There is a dedicated either bug nerd or plant nerd in there that is just in their own world. Humans can reveal so much information. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nHow do you properly store cannabis seeds? [/INST] Seeds should be stored in a cool, dark, and dry place to maintain viability. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat are macropores comprised of? [/INST] Macropores include earthworm and root channels. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nHow long do the benefits of organic matter derived from cover crops last? [/INST] About one year. </s>" }
{ "text": "<s>[INST] <</SYS>>\nYou are answering Cannabis Cultivation questions from growers who expect clear, factual, actionable answers.\n<</SYS>>\n\nWhat should I consider when choosing an irrigation system? [/INST] Efficiency, cost, complexity, and the time required to move hoses. </s>" }