As famed conservationist Steve Irwin once said, “We don't own the planet Earth, we belong to it. And we must share it with our wildlife.” When it comes to cannabis cultivation, wildlife management may not be the first concern that comes to mind. Yet agriculture of any kind often takes a toll on watersheds, soil health, and habitat biodiversity. Fortunately, new organizations and technologies are emerging to mitigate damage and help create a more sustainable cannabis industry.
Humboldt County, California has been an epicenter of cannabis production for decades. Its climate is nearly perfect for the crop and residents have embraced the culture wholeheartedly. But, California's legal cannabis landscape is challenging for licensed farmers in the small
