Growing cannabis in living soil
In the agricultural sector, soil has too often been considered a simple support for crops. However, it constitutes a complex ecosystem where bacteria, fungi, and macroorganisms interact. These interactions help structure, decompose, and transform organic matter, thus providing naturally fertile soil without the need for chemical fertilizers or intensive practices.
The benefits for our CBD crops
Working with living soil maintains a wide variety of plant-available nutrients thanks to the abundance of mycorrhizal fungi. Our CBD hemp plants enjoy steady, vigorous growth, producing CBD flowers rich in cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids, for complex aromas and flavors.
In addition to improving the final quality of crops, this method significantly reduces the need for amendments and watering. The soil retains water and nutrients better, while biodiversity protects crops from pests. Weeds, left in place after manual weeding, act as a natural mulch, enriching the soil as they decompose.
Living soil isn't just a trend in sustainable agriculture; it's a scientific approach with measurable and significant benefits. Here are some figures to better understand its impact:
The measurable benefits of living soil: figures and impacts
Living soil isn't just an environmentally friendly farming method; it also offers measurable benefits that are transforming agricultural production. For example, living soils are capable of retaining up to 30% more water than conventionally tilled soils. This significantly reduces irrigation requirements, allowing crops like CBD hemp to better withstand periods of drought while reducing water costs. This water-retention capacity is especially crucial in a context of increasing extreme weather events.
Another major benefit of living soil is its role in carbon storage. One hectare of living soil can absorb up to 10 tons of CO₂ per year , actively contributing to the fight against global warming. By choosing this method for growing CBD hemp, farmers are not only producing flowers richer in terpenes and cannabinoids, they are also helping to preserve the environment by reducing their carbon footprint. These ecological and economic benefits make living soil a sustainable and efficient solution, adapted to modern agricultural challenges.
Our method for maintaining and creating life
Soil preparation and maintenance
Our hemp crops are grown on permanent mounds, regularly enriched with homemade compost. This compost, composed of spent grain, BRF and horse manure, is a balanced organic amendment . It improves soil fertility while promoting microbial biodiversity thanks to an optimal carbon/nitrogen ratio.
This compost naturally attracts earthworms and other macroorganisms, strengthening the ecosystem. Our environmentally friendly practices allow us to recycle agricultural waste while enriching the soil for quality production.
The plant cover
Plant cover is essential for protecting our soils. Clover, used as a permanent cover, fixes nitrogen, improves soil structure, and creates a favorable habitat for pollinating insects. By reducing erosion and increasing biodiversity, it contributes to the overall health of our fields.
Natural and organic fertilizers: respectful and effective nutrition
In our quest for sustainable and environmentally friendly agriculture, we favor natural and organic fertilizers to feed our crops. Among them, we use chicken droppings and worm guano , two rich sources of essential nutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. These fertilizers are applied directly to the surface, mimicking the natural cycles observed in wild ecosystems. This process allows for gradual decomposition, providing a slow and continuous release of the nutrients necessary for healthy plant growth.
Additionally, we boost soil health with microbial-rich compost teas . These natural infusions are packed with beneficial bacteria and fungi that boost soil biological activity, improving its structure and ability to retain water and nutrients. This harmonious blend of nutrition and organic life creates a balanced ecosystem where plants thrive naturally.
Thanks to this respectful method, our plants produce flowers of exceptional quality , rich in complex aromas and terpenes, while minimizing the environmental impact. This approach emphasizes the importance of a living soil, guaranteeing not only high-quality harvests, but also agriculture in harmony with nature.
Differences Between Organic and Chemical Fertilizers: A Choice for the Plant and the Consumer
Organic and chemical fertilizers differ profoundly in their composition, mode of action, and impacts on plants, soil, and even consumers. Chemical fertilizers , often used in intensive farming, contain synthetic nutrients designed to stimulate rapid growth. While effective in the short term, these products impoverish soil structure by destroying its microbial life, reducing its natural ability to regenerate nutrients. They also leave residues in plants, which can affect the quality of consumed produce.
In contrast, organic fertilizers , derived from natural materials such as compost, manure, or BRF (wood chips), work in synergy with the soil. They nourish not only plants, but also the microorganisms and macroorganisms essential for a balanced ecosystem. This approach promotes a slow and continuous release of nutrients, ensuring healthy and robust crop growth.
For consumers, the benefits of organic fertilizers are undeniable. Plants grown with these amendments produce fruits, vegetables, or flowers (like CBD) that are richer in flavor, nutrients, and active compounds like terpenes and cannabinoids. Furthermore, they contain no chemical residues, ensuring safer and healthier consumption. In short, organic fertilizers enable sustainable agriculture, where the plant, the soil, and the consumer fully benefit from a natural and balanced approach.
Working with and for nature
By using sustainable and ecosystem-friendly farming practices, such as living soil cultivation, we preserve the biodiversity and natural balance of our soils. Our products , free from pesticides and chemical fertilizers, are rich in cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids, maximizing benefits through the entourage effect .
Choosing our CBD infusions and flowers means supporting agriculture that respects nature, while enjoying authentic, effective products rich in flavor.