Episode Topics:

00:31 - Grow World Community + Sponsors

04:13 - Juan's Background

08:40 - Cannabis in Colombia: Legal or illegal?

12:42 - Colombia Cannabis Export Market

16:10 - Cannabis Legal Global Market

19:35 - Cannabis Fair in Colombia

20:26 - Regulation of Cannabis by Juan

26:07 - Education about Cannabis

28:28 - Alcohol vs Cannabis

31:01 - Future of Cannabis Market if it Becomes Regulated

35:00 - The market that Juan would like to emulate in Colombia

38:40 - Colombia at the Forefront of the Transformation

42:21 - Process for Companies to get in the Colombian Market

47:32 - How does the process of purchasing from other countries to Colombia work?

52:28 - #1 Reason Congress is Against Legalization

53:49 - Advice from Juan Whether you're a grower, consumer, or just curious about the industry, this episode is packed with insights on the future of cannabis in Colombia and beyond. 🔔 Subscribe and hit the bell icon to stay updated on our latest episodes. 👍 Like, share, and comment your thoughts below - we love hearing from our community! Credits: Host - Nick Morin Producer - Jason Sikorsky Lead Editor- Bao Nguyen Director of Photography - David Flores Camera Operator - Nick Price Camera Operator - Daniel Alvarez Production Assistant - Gustavo Razo

Rosa sheds light on the overproduction crisis, the difficulties of exporting cannabis due to international regulations, and the impact of Colombia’s stalled legalization efforts.

Whether you're in the cannabis industry or simply curious about the challenges faced by producers, this episode uncovers the reality of Colombia’s cannabis market and why it remains "stuck."

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Credits: Host- Nick Morin Producer- Jason Sikorsky Lead Editor- Bao Nguyen Director of Photography- David Flores Camera Operator- Nick Price Camera Operator- Daniel Alvarez Production Assistant- Gustavo Razo

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Credits:

Host- Nick Morin

Producer- Jason Sikorsky

Lead Editor- Bao Nguyen

Director of Photography- David Flores

Camera Operator- Nick Price

Camera Operator- Daniel Alvarez

Production Assistant- Gustavo Razo

This episode was brought to you by the top cultivation vendors for your commercial garden. Trial these products in your farm today!

1) Valoya
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Part of the Crew: Use code GROWCOLOMBIA for special deals!

1) FlowerMill
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Episode Topics

(00:00) Welcome to the Grow World Podcast
(01:21) Grow World Community
(02:00) Valoya Lighting Trial
(02:49) Kaya Coco Coir Trial
(03:07) Anden Trial
(04:32) Mark's Background
(06:43) Challenges in Colombia
(8:03) Hybrid Grow Style: Cannabis and Roses
(8:58) Cannabis Migration to Colombia
(9:33) Costs of Colombian Production
(10:31) 70 Cents Per Square Foot 🚀
(11:15) No One Making Money in Cannabis
(11:40) Advice for American Growers
(12:34) Stanley Brothers Launch Australia
(13:12) Selling 100 Kilos of Flower on Australia Bulk Market in 4 Days
(14:32) Partnership with Stanley Brothers
(17:28) Vertical Integration of Foliumed
(17:52) Global Distribution of Foliumed
(18:46) Colombia No Dispensaries Future Rec?
(19:45) Future of Mark's Career and Foliumed 10 years
(20:23) Competitive Advantages of Mark in Colombia
(21:33) Pricing of EUGMP, GMP, Germany, Australia
(22:37) Difficulties of Selling on International Markets
(25:00) Educating the Growers of Foliumed
(26:00) Foliumed Products, Santa Marta Gold Landrace, 12 feet tall
(27:24) Kings of Cannabis, Vice, ‪@strainhunters‬
(28:50) Shopping for Cannabis in Australia, Prescriptions
(30:34) ‪@FirstSmokeoftheDay‬ SourWavez, Breeders and Brands
(31:33) American Brands like ‪@officialbackpackboyz‬ Going Global
(32:19) Registering New Genetics in Colombia
(33:26) The Purpose of Grow World: Connecting Fragmented Industry
(33:44) Sign up to Sample Foliumed Products on Grow World
(34:29) The Growing Environment in Bogota, Colombia
(36:18) Bogota Water Droughts, Water Rights
(40:09) Mark's Most Proud of in Foliumed, Hybrid Growing, Quality
(41:14) Growing Up and Choosing Career Paths in Cannabis
(42:42) Outro, Subscribe to Grow World YouTube Channel

In this episode, we delve into Mark's fascinating journey:

🌱 From the Fields of California: Discover how Mark's passion for growing began and the unique challenges and triumphs he experienced in the renowned cannabis culture of Northern California.

🇨🇴 Transition to Colombia: Learn about Mark's bold move to Bogota, the cultural shifts, and how he’s contributing to the rapidly evolving cannabis industry in South America.

🌿 Inside Foliumed: Get an exclusive look into Foliumed's operations, their innovative approaches, and the future of cannabis cultivation in Colombia.

🚀 Challenges and Opportunities: Mark shares his insights on the global cannabis market, the challenges he faces in his new role, and the exciting opportunities that lie ahead.

Whether you're a cannabis enthusiast, an aspiring grower, or simply curious about the industry, this episode is packed with valuable knowledge, personal stories, and professional insights. Don’t miss out on this captivating conversation with one of the leading figures in the cannabis world!

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