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MJBizDaily Buyers Guide Indoor Cultivation
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NEW OR LIGHTLY USED?
Designing and building a new facility from the ground up will require more start-up capital when
you factor in hiring an architect and construction teams and buying the raw building materials-not
to mention the time required for construction and permitting.
Renovating and retrofitting a pre-existing structure is a good alternative for those with smaller
budgets and shorter timelines.
" It's usually quicker and less expensive to retrofit an existing structure for indoor cultivation than
build a new one from scratch, " noted Ryan Douglas, a cannabis growth consultant at Ryan Douglas
Cultivation. " Even if it's a dilapidated building that needs to be knocked down, the site will already
have existing power and water service, which isn't always the case with new construction projects. "
Before becoming operational, a renovated structure must meet all the necessary technical
specifications for growing cannabis indoors-or risk setbacks down the line. Potential buyers should
inquire about a property condition report for an older building to confirm the systems and structure
have been professionally inspected.
" There may be existing conditions to be wary of, such as asbestos, lead paint and tainted earth
on the property, " notes John Burgoon, a solutions architect at Prospiant, an Ohio-based company
specializing in cultivation and extraction.
" Remember, an existing facility was never designed to be an indoor growing operation, which has
unique design and operating needs, " Anderson said. " Retrofitting, which can make sense in some
situations, is not always the solution to getting into operation at a faster and cost-effective pace. "
ASSEMBLING THE TEAM
It is okay to start small when putting together the team of personnel who will be handling the dayto-day
cultivation work. The wholesale cultivation sector of the cannabis industry is dominated by
small businesses, and most cultivators employ fewer than 11 total workers, according to the 2022
MJBiz Factbook.
However, a smaller team means more shared responsibilities-especially for those in leadership roles.
" Initially, a head grower may wear many hats, from plucking fan leaves to washing pots to recording
temperatures and humidity, " Singh said. " Keeping a lean staff reduces the 'burn' rate, as money is
only going in one direction. "
According to Singh, hiring workers who understand each stage of the cultivation process can
positively impact day-to-day efficiency. At the same time, it is important for each employee to
contribute at least one or more specific areas of expertise to the operation.
He also notes that a successful grow operation can include 10 to 30 workers.
" In creating a team at a cannabis facility, there is benefit in having a general understanding of all
aspects of the operation, " Singh said. " But it's important to know what you do best and stay in your
lane and keep getting better at what you do. "
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