Fabian Raemy, Author at Grow With Science

Drying and Curing Cannabis: What New Research Says About Potency, Mold, and Quality

November 6, 2026November 5, 2026 by Fabian Raemy

Harvested cannabis branches hanging in a controlled drying room with temperature and humidity monitoring.

Drying and curing cannabis helps protect cannabinoids, control moisture, and lower the risk of mold. A 2025 Cornell University study found that using hot air dried hemp much faster and reduced mold and yeast without causing any real changes to total cannabinoid levels. That said, higher temperatures may also affect the compounds responsible for cannabis’s smell and flavor.

Does More Phosphorus for Cannabis Mean Bigger Buds? What New Research Says

November 6, 2026November 5, 2026 by Fabian Raemy

Cannabis plant beside nutrient-testing equipment in a controlled growing environment.

Adding more phosphorus to cannabis plants doesn’t always lead to bigger buds or higher potency. A 2025 study found that increasing phosphorus levels had little to no effect on flower yields or cannabinoids. The findings show that once plants receive enough phosphorus, adding more fertilizer may offer little benefit.