The cannabis industry is a competitive landscape, with growers facing a wide range of challenges such as operational costs, pests and diseases, nutrition, lighting, but even price compression, and compliance to name a few. To survive, growers must not only understand the plant but also focus on producing a superior product. When asked how growers can succeed in the long term, Delphy, a top horticulture consultancy and research firm, shared this advice: “If growers focus on creating a high-quality product while also lowering costs, they’ll have a greater chance of success. By making their cultivation methods more efficient, they can create a product that gives them an edge over competitors.”
However, with wholesale prices falling, growers find themselves in a difficult position. To reduce costs, they must adopt advancements and apply the latest knowledge in controlled environment agriculture. This is where Delphy’s consultancy and educational training courses come in. “Our team of experts provides solutions that improve growers’ yield, quality, consistency, and plant health, all of which lead to improved profitability,” explains Jeroen van Buren, CEO of Delphy.
Consultancy and training
Delphy offers consultancy services for growers seeking to optimize their cultivation processes. “We provide a tailored consultancy service to identify areas for improvement, ranging from crop nutrition to light management, environmental control, cultivation planning, and post-harvest processes. Basically, everything that has to do with your entire cultivation process” says Jeroen. “Our experienced consultants work with growers to implement solutions that increase efficiency and reduce costs.”
In addition, Delphy offers educational training courses for growers seeking to expand their knowledge of cultivation. “Our training courses are designed to empower growers with the skills and knowledge they need to produce a high-quality product while reducing operational costs,” says Jeroen. “We offer courses on a range of topics, including plant physiology, substrate and nutrients, light and climate, crop resilience, staffing and automation, quality and sustainability, and even business planning and market.”
Delphy’s consultancy and training courses can help growers have a better chance of long-term success in the cannabis industry. “Our mission is to help growers achieve their full potential by providing them with the tools and knowledge they need to succeed. We believe that with the right perspective, cultivation techniques, and expertise, growers can craft a product that gives them a powerful competitive advantage and the foundation for a thriving business.”
MCPIR
Delphy is also part of the Medical Cannabis Platform for Innovation and Research (MCPIR), a pioneering research center focused on growing medical cannabis. The MCPIR is a five-year initiative that, along with other well-known partners in the horticulture industry, aims to investigate optimal cultivation methods for medicinal cannabis and create a blueprint for further professionalizing the cultivation process.
“We’re excited to be a part of this ground-breaking initiative. The MCPIR provides us with a unique opportunity to work alongside other industry leaders to generate new knowledge that we can implement in our consultancy and training course services. We’re constantly seeking ways to improve our services and staying at the forefront of the latest research is key to that.
The cannabis industry is a challenging and constantly evolving landscape. Delphy’s consultancy services and educational training courses offer growers the tools and knowledge they need to overcome these challenges and succeed in the long-term. By working with Delphy’s team of experts, growers can optimize their cultivation processes, increase efficiency, reduce costs, and produce a superior product that stands out in the competitive market. With Delphy’s involvement in the groundbreaking Medical Cannabis Platform for Innovation and Research (MCPIR), their services are continually improving and staying at the forefront of the latest research. Contact Delphy today to learn how they can help you achieve your full potential in the cannabis industry.