BigMike Straumieitis is the Since 1983, BigMike Straumieitis has worked tirelessly to find new ways to bring cannabis to its true genetic potential—legally and illegally. He’s overseen the cultivation of over a million pot plants over the course of his career. in 1999, BigMike founded Advanced Nutrients, the first fertilizer company with products specifically designed for cannabis plants. Today, Advanced Nutrients is the #1 selling hydroponic nutrient company and the cannabis industry's most profitable company. 



BigMike and Advanced Nutrients are long-time supporters of CannMed, dating back to our very first event in 2016 at Harvard Medical School. We are excited to have Advanced Nutrients as a CannMed 2021 Partner, providing guidance and assistance on planning our Cultivation Focus Area. 



We discuss: 



How BigMike got started in the cannabis black market and transitioned to a legitimate force in the legal industry How nutrient requirements for cannabis are different from other flowering plants The difference between primary and secondary nutrients and how they help improve cannabis yield How nutrient requirements change according to growth media and environment Common mistakes homegrowers make  A major announcement about a new Advanced Nutrients product line 



Thanks to This Episode's Sponsor, Advanced Nutrients



Founded in 1999, Advanced Nutrients was the first to develop a complete nutrient system that unlocks the true genetic potential of the cannabis plant. Since its inception, the brand has introduced more than 50 innovations to the cultivation community, and continues to revolutionize the space through proprietary scientific discoveries. Their most recent innovation, Advanced Hemp, is the first all-in-one fertilizer that is backed by 20 years of science and specifically formulated to assist growers who are looking to yield higher CBD counts.



For more information, visit www.advancednutrients.com.



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