TECHNOLOGY MEETS HORTICULTURE

LET’S FACE IT: Many people have a love-hate relationship with technology. We’re attached to the convenience of our smartphones, but we’re not as enthusiastic when they distract us from living in the now. (Prime example: Ever see someone recording video of a live concert?) It’s safe to say that cannabis also has this unique relationship with modern tech. While advancements like artificial intelligence and automation are propelling cannabis forward, some technology creates new challenges for the industry.

From facing censorship on social media websites to the lack of access to various digital banking options, technology isn’t always in our favor. Luckily, in this Grow Tech 2020 issue of , we’re focusing on some positive ways that technology enhances and improves our industry, from the growroom to the lab, and that ultimately gets the highest-caliber buds into the hands of