Nick from Plantsman Group - Clone Coach Podcast ep. 9
Nick Zimmer, owner of Plants Man Group, shares his background in horticulture and how he transitioned from conventional growing to organic pest prevention in the cannabis industry. He emphasizes the importance of using beneficial insects to control pests and explains the process of releasing and managing these insects in indoor and outdoor gardens. Nick also discusses the best practices for keeping the predatory insects alive and thriving, including strategic spraying and timing of releases. He provides recommendations for the top three predatory insects to use on a preventative basis and highlights the importance of starting early in the plant's life. In this conversation, Nick Zimmer and Paul discuss the use of beneficial insects for pest control in cannabis cultivation. They cover topics such as the importance of starting clean, the use of nematodes and other beneficials, and the identification and management of common pests like fungus gnats, thrips, aphids, and spider mites. They emphasize the importance of being proactive and using preventative measures to avoid pest infestations. Nick also provides information on how to contact Plants Man Group for further assistance.
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Keywords
horticulture, organic pest prevention, cannabis industry, beneficial insects, indoor gardens, outdoor gardens, strategic spraying, timing of releases, predatory insects, beneficial insects, pest control, cannabis cultivation, starting clean, nematodes, fungus gnats, thrips, aphids, spider mites, proactive, preventative measures
Takeaways
Using beneficial insects is an effective and organic way to control pests in cannabis gardens.
Starting early in the plant's life and releasing beneficial insects multiple times before week three of flower is crucial for successful pest prevention.
Strategic spraying and timing of releases are important to ensure the survival and effectiveness of predatory insects.
The top three predatory insects for preventative use are Stradiolelaps schematis (soil mite), Ambilis swirski (generalist predator), and Steinemera felesia nematodes (fungus gnat and thrip control). Starting clean and using preventative measures is crucial for pest control in cannabis cultivation.
Beneficial insects like nematodes, Swirski sachets, and lacewings can be used to control pests.
Identification of pests is important for effective management.
Root aphids are a different category of pest and require specific treatment.
Plants Man Group offers resources and assistance for pest control in cannabis cultivation.
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Background
02:29
Personal Connection to Cannabis and Benefits
11:47
Transitioning to Organic Pest Prevention
16:14
Top Three Predatory Insects for Preventative Use
22:07
Strategic Spraying and Timing of Releases
26:57
Pre-Soaking Media with Nematodes for Nursery
28:18
Starting clean and using preventative measures
30:01
The importance of the nursery sector
32:29
Using beneficial insects for pest control
34:27
Identifying and managing fungus gnats
36:51
Identifying and managing thrips
38:19
Identifying and managing aphids
44:10
Identifying and managing spider mites
45:44
Curative options for root aphids
47:13
Curative options for aphids
50:57
Resources and assistance from Plants Man Group
55:09
The future of the cannabis industr