The Art of Carmel

Today we have a special guest, Drew Lian, a Master grower and voice of Carmel Cannabis cultivation.   Drew will take us on an intriguing journey, sharing how he went from being a cannabis enthusiast with limited resources to becoming a master grower, all without the help of the internet. 

We also have John Strauss from Carmel Sales joining us, as we delve into their shared passion for cannabis cultivation and marketing of one of the best brands in Canada, winner of the Inaugural 'Space Traveller' Award for Best Flower! Carmel Cannabis is on the Pod. 

Together, they will discuss their experiences and strategies in marketing cannabis products. Have you ever wondered how a strain goes from a private seed collection to the market? Drew and John will reveal the meticulous process they follow to ensure they select the best products and how they overcome the challenge of finding quality genetics. 

Additionally, we will explore Drew's love / hate relationship with COAs (Certificates of Analysis) and the excitement of launching new products, such as the recently released 14 gram bag of Animal Face. 

But that's not all - we'll also discover how Billy and Drew utilize technology to maximize their plant yields and create optimal growing conditions. From the innovative 'Aroya' system to the power higher yields and truly an iconic strain 'Animal Face' to even higher levels, we will delve into the tools and tactics they employ to thrive in the current regulatory environment. And of course, we cannot forget to discuss their newest strains, including one that is said to be one of the most gas yet. 

So sit back, relax, and join us for an in-depth exploration of the captivating world of cannabis cultivation and marketing.

Chapters

• 0:00 Drew Lian Shares Cannabis Growing Experience
• 12:40 Growing and Marketing Cannabis Products
• 23:38 Challenges and Frustrations in Cannabis Cultivation
• 26:59 Social Media and Cannabis Marketing Challenges
• 29:39 Monitoring Plant Growth With Technology
• 39:40 YouTuber's Impact and Seed Line Launch
• 43:18 Collecting and Breeding Cannabis Genetics
• 53:33 Legacy Market and Legal Market
• 1:01:26 Cannabis Quality Control and Turp Shield
• 1:07:22 PuffCo Giveaway and Upcoming Drops