Study shows that cannabis farms don’t consume as much water as some believed

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Initial reports find that cannabis cultivation may be more environmentally-friendly than thought

It is clear that water is a fundamental component in any field of cultivation, but according to a recent study, it seems that in the case of cannabis its use is not so high. According to research carried out by the Cannabis Research Center at the University of California at Berkley, it was noted that authorized cannabis growers consume less water than was actually expected.

This whole research process goes back four years when the Research Center decided to give it a priority focus shortly after California legalized the use of recreational cannabis. These studies are based on all reports from growers enrolled in the state’s cannabis cultivation program regarding water use. In addition, to support the results, anonymous farmer surveys were also conducted. The study states, “There is growing concerned about the impacts of cannabis farms on the environment and water resources in particular, but data on cultivation practices and water use patterns have been limited.”

To give a more accurate congruence to this research, Humboldt County Growers Alliance executive director Natalynne DeLapp said the results have a strong similarity to what her organization has seen locally, and thus, she is not surprised. “I think some people have this idea that cannabis is a particularly thirsty plant and it’s never been true. Now that we’re a few years into legalization and have more data, it’s good to see that reflected in academic research,” she added.

Marijuana, in addition to being a plant that has brought health benefits to millions of people, seems to not even have a big impact on the environment, making it an ideal plant in many ways.