MSNL Cannabis Blog

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Sam North

Sam North is a cannabis writer with hands-on cultivation experience and a background in cannabis journalism. He has written for a range of established cannabis brands across the industry, including Fast Buds, Paradise Seeds, Cookies Seed Co., and Releaf, and is now one of the lead authors for MSNL. Drawing on multiple seasons of practical experience working with cannabis plants, Sam specialises in grower education, strain characteristics, and cannabis genetics. His work focuses on translating real-world cultivation knowledge and industry research into clear, accessible information for growers looking to better understand the plant and its genetic potential. Sam now writes for multiple weed publications. He has extensive experience with a wide range of canna-agriculture styles, from smaller artisanal farms to large-scale commercial operations, and is here to share his knowledge to give you all the best chance of cultivation success!

  1. How long does it take to grow cannabis?
    Grow Guide
    How long does it take to grow cannabis?
    If you’re new to growing cannabis, one of the first things you’ll want to know is how long the process actually takes from seed to harvest. The short answer is that it depends, ...
  2. How to identify and fix zinc deficiency in cannabis
    Plant Problems
    How to identify and fix zinc deficiency in cannabis
    Zinc. Not the first nutrient most cannabis growers think about, but when your new growth starts looking twisted, stunted, or a little more pale than you like, it suddenly become...
  3. When is the best time to defoliate autoflowers?
    Grow Guide
    When is the best time to defoliate autoflowers?
    Defoliation should be one of the first cannabis plant training techniques that most growers learn - at least, it was for me, and I have used it for every single weed plant I hav...
  4. What is THC-P?
    Cannabis Science
    What is THC-P?
    What a year 2020 turned out to be. The pandemic, global lockdowns, and social distancing all became somewhat of a new normal. But, the big news in the world of cannabis science?...
  5. What are the best landrace strains?
    Grow Guide
    What are the best landrace strains?
    Landrace cannabis strains, while somewhat rare in the modern day weed scene, are the pure, untouched cultivars that still grace the grinders, bowls, rolling papers, and vapes of...
  6. Cannabis NPK: The best ratio for each growth stage
    Grow Guide
    Cannabis NPK: The best ratio for each growth stage
    NPK - not some new political movement or K-Pop band, but the most important three nutrients for all plant life, including weed. If you're just starting out with planning your fi...
  7. Identify and treat powdery mildew on cannabis
    Plant Problems
    Identify and treat powdery mildew on cannabis
    One of the easier-to-diagnose and treat plant issues is Powdery Mildew, also known as White Powdery Mildew, White Powdery Mold, or even just WPM. It's a real bummer to find, no ...
  8. How to identify and fix Nutrient Burn in cannabis
    Plant Problems
    How to identify and fix Nutrient Burn in cannabis
    Growing weed is easy, right? All you have to do is grab a few of the amazing MSNL seeds, a bag or two of dirt, water them every now and then, and bang - next stop, bud city. And...
  9. When should you stop using cannabis nutrients?
    Grow Guide
    When should you stop using cannabis nutrients?
    Knowing when and when not to feed your weed plants (and exactly how much to feed them) as they progress through from seed to harvest is at times slightly overlooked - but nothin...
  10. What light schedules do you need for growing cannabis plants?
    Grow Guide
    What light schedules do you need for growing cannabis plants?
    If you've landed here, chances are you are pretty new to the weed-growing game. So, first up, welcome! Growing your own ganga is up there with the most rewarding (and enjoyable,...
  11. Permanent Marker Strain Review – Effects, Taste & Grow Guide
    Strain Reviews
    Permanent Marker Strain Review – Effects, Taste & Grow Guide
    Permanent Marker strain info (history and genetics of the strain) The meteoric rise of Permanent Marker has been nothing short of remarkable. It goes without saying that every c...
  12. Super Boof Strain Review – Effects, Taste & Grow Guide
    Strain Reviews
    Super Boof Strain Review – Effects, Taste & Grow Guide
    Super Boof is a balanced hybrid cannabis strain developed in Colorado and released in 2021, created by crossing Tropicana Cookies with Black Cherry Punch. Known for its flavour-...
  13. Kush Mints Strain Review – Effects, Taste & Grow Guide
    Strain Reviews
    Kush Mints Strain Review – Effects, Taste & Grow Guide
    Kush Mints strain info Any strain originating out of the "Seed Junky Genetics" breeding room is worth diving into. This collective has a reputation for producing some of the mos...
  14. White Runtz Strain Review – Effects, Taste & Grow Guide
    Strain Reviews
    White Runtz Strain Review – Effects, Taste & Grow Guide
    White Runtz strain info (history and genetics of the strain) When the first Runtz strain hit the market, it was somewhat of an overnight success. Follow the tried and true marke...
  15. Lemon Cherry Gelato Strain Review
    Strain Reviews
    Lemon Cherry Gelato Strain Review
    Lemon Cherry Gelato is one of the best hybrids ever offered on the commercial market. It is a perfect balance of Sativa and Indica genetics, with an almost unrivalled flavor pro...
  16. Sativa vs. Indica, Hybrid and Ruderalis: What is the difference between the types of cannabis?
    Cannabis Genetics
    Sativa vs. Indica, Hybrid and Ruderalis: What is the difference between the types of cannabis?
    Every single year, we see another few states (and a couple of countries) legalizing everyone's favorite plant, both recreationally and medicinally. With this rapid shift comes n...

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