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Mr

Rob Sanchez

Cannabis Cultivation Expert at I Love Growing Marijuana

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My expertises

Indoor and Greenhouse Cannabis Cultivation and Manufacturing at scale. Cannabis industry compliance and Seed-to-Sale software. Agile Coaching and Product Management. Cannabis connoisseurship advocate

Master of Cannabis certification from CTU

About me
Rob has 11+ years of cannabis and software experience. He started as a cultivator and hashmaker in Denver’s medical days before getting involved in software development for the cannabis industry. With a background in traditional software ERP he has made significant contributions to the Cannabis Software space as an Agile Product Manager. Building applications like 365 Cannabis, Viridian Sciences, Ample Organics, BLAZE and more. Rob is triple certified by the Scum Alliance with another cert from PMI. He’s a Certified Cannabis Ganjier and advocate for the industry and community with a weekly podcast called Apartment 113.

I’ve always enjoyed complex systems, building teams and solving problem with tech. Throughout it all, Cannabis Connoisseurship has been a part of my life. High quality products and those who create them should be celebrated and appreciated.

Mr. Rob Sanchez

He is passionate about cannabis connoisseurship and craftsmanship with a penchant for terpene-rich flower and solventless concentrate. He loves to share his knowledge and experience and to see the community grow.

Rob is one of the main contributors to Fat Nugz Magazine and is the founder of Apartment 113 Consultancy

Education

  • Master of Cannabis Certification (MCC) – Cannabis Training University [2022]
  • Certified Ganjier™ (CG) – Ganjier Program [2022]

Publications

Articles by Rob Sanchez
Ebb and Flow system in action

Growing cannabis with Ebb and Flow hydroponics

Once you’ve had a harvest or two in your garden, it’s worth considering some hydroponic methods and techniques to continue improving your process and potentially save time. One of those techniques is called “Ebb and Flow.” It is sometimes referred to as “Flood and Drain” or “Running Flood Tables.”  Ebb and Flow is an intermediate …

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Attic grow room

Attic Grow Room Tips

When you start cultivating cannabis indoors, whether the beginning of a lifetime endeavor or a seasonal hobby, there are many initial hurdles to overcome to give your plants the environment they need to thrive. Knowing where to start can be a challenge. Advice on building an indoor grow depends on your techniques and setup, but …

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Light dep for an outdoor marijuana plants

How to set up DIY light dep for an outdoor grow

In a previous article, we discussed light dep cannabis extensively. If you think it might be right for you, you may wonder, “How can I set up DIY light dep for my plants outdoors?” This article will answer that question.  Light deprivation doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive, but it is limited to outdoor …

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Growing cannabis on your balcony or terrace

Growing cannabis on your balcony or terrace

Do you want the benefits of sun-grown cannabis alongside a cultivation experience with a small form factor? Your balcony or terrace may be perfect for a little home cultivation.  Growing weed on a balcony can be an affordable solution for those in cities or anyone without access to outdoor space. This style of cultivation can …

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Attic grow marijuana for small growers

Best Places to Grow Cannabis Indoors

Cultivating cannabis indoors lets you control the many variables marijuana plants face while growing. Indoors, you can grow cannabis plants year-round, train them to stay small or trigger them to flower when needed. All of these things are quite hard to do outdoors. That’s why, whether you’re just starting out or if it is a …

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Growing marijuana outdoors with light deprivation technique

What is Light Dep? advanced outdoor techniques

When you’re getting started as a grower, the first consideration is always “outdoor vs. indoor. Once that’s decided, there’s more to consider for maximum quality and yields while reducing the cost and carbon footprint of your greenhouse or outdoor grow. With our grow bible, you can immediately use techniques like light deprivation, more commonly known …

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A group of marijuana autoflower plants growing outdoors

How to grow autoflowers outside

When growers first get started, there can be so many questions. Every topic can lead curious cultivators deeper into rabbit holes of community knowledge. One thing that can make it easier for your first few grows is to focus on growing autoflowers outdoors instead of photoperiod plants. Autoflowers will do just that – they “automatically …

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Auto marijuana plant

What are the best nutrients for autoflowering cannabis?

Autoflowers can save the day when it comes to faster harvests, manageable plant sizes, simpler lighting requirements, and more. However, when growing autoflowers vs. regular or feminized seeds, there are some nuances. If you want to maximize yields and quality in your home grow, consider the best nutrients for autoflowering and know how autoflowers differ …

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Outdoor Cannabis Growing

Indoor vs. outdoor weed: Which is better?

If you want to really get a room of cultivators talking and taking sides, there’s one question to rule them all. Indoor vs. outdoor cannabis? Knowing which methods to choose and why can be difficult when starting out. While both methods can produce quality cannabis, there’s really no best way to do it. There are, …

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Marijuana Trichomes close up

How to harvest cannabis based on trichome ripeness

Once your cannabis plants have reached maturity in the late flowering stages, they’ll look and smell beautiful. This is often when cultivators start to think about harvesting. Resist the temptation to harvest early and let your plants mature to get the best quality out of your grow.  While it can be difficult to know when …

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Drying marijuana buds without hanging

How to dry buds without hanging

Are you all done growing? Once you’ve cultivated and harvested your plants, it’s time to put the finishing touches via drying and curing. Typically, the industry and community use a hang dry method or a combination of that and other solutions like rack and screen drying (see ILGM’s complete Drying guide for more details), but …

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Applying LST Methods to Cannabis Cultivation

Low Stress Training (LST) for cannabis tutorial

Whether you’re new to growing and looking for your first cultivation technique or a veteran cultivator, Low-Stress Training (LST) can significantly improve your yields while benefiting your plants in many ways, such as optimizing your lighting, getting the most out of your grow space and controlling the height of your plants. With LST, plants are …

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