Growlink Smart Farm Blog

End of Rip-and-Replace: Designing a Grow That Scales With You

ttanner@growlink.com (Ted Tanner, CEO and Co-Founder) — Mon, 04 May 2026 17:52:59 GMT

Cultivation technology is evolving faster than most operators can keep up with. And yet the industry's standard answer to every upgrade — rip out what you have, buy the next bundle, start over — is fundamentally broken.

Your Platform Sees Everything. Does It Do Anything?

ttanner@growlink.com (Ted Tanner, CEO and Co-Founder) — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:07:30 GMT

Cultivation technology has come a long way. Substrate sensors, wireless climate stations, AI-assisted crop steering — a commercial grower today has tools that would have looked like science fiction a decade ago.

When Finance Says Cut, Your Plants Pay the Price

ttanner@growlink.com (Ted Tanner, CEO and Co-Founder) — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 15:57:32 GMT

When wholesale prices drop and shelves get crowded, the first instinct for most operators is to cut spend and hope margin follows. Power, nutrients, labor, CO₂ — everything goes on the chopping block.

The 7 figure Mistake Hiding in Plain Sight

ttanner@growlink.com (Ted Tanner, CEO and Co-Founder) — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 11:35:46 GMT

Most operators think their next big jump in revenue will come from a new building, more rooms, or new lights. In reality, the biggest opportunity is already sitting in the rooms they have today. A facility consistently hitting 50 g/sqft could be leaving $1M or more in annual revenue on the table — without adding a single square foot of space or buying a single piece of new equipment.

Why SOPs Break at Scale (And How the Right Tech Can Help)

ttanner@growlink.com (Ted Tanner, CEO and Co-Founder) — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 22:31:29 GMT

If you move from one site and one head grower to five sites and fifteen rooms, your standard operating procedures (SOPs) will be tested in ways they were never designed for. It’s not that your SOPs are bad; they were built for a simpler operation than the one you run today. The challenge is turning good local practices into a repeatable, reliable multi-site system.

Scaling Cannabis Operations Without Sacrificing Quality

ttanner@growlink.com (Ted Tanner, CEO and Co-Founder) — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:10:30 GMT

As you add rooms and SKUs, every new table becomes another chance for inconsistency. Yield swings between sites, failed tests, and “mystery” batch variation usually trace back to one issue: decisions are made on gut feel instead of consistent data and standards.

The Future is Open: Why Growers Deserve Freedom of Choice

ttanner@growlink.com (Ted Tanner, CEO and Co-Founder) — Tue, 11 Nov 2025 17:19:22 GMT

In today’s cultivation facility, a grower's world is a mix of brands.

Introducing LINKS by Growlink

ttanner@growlink.com (Ted Tanner, CEO and Co-Founder) — Thu, 06 Feb 2025 13:40:07 GMT

Growlink proudly announces the launch of LINKS, an innovative product line designed to redefine efficiency, scalability, and precision for growers of any size. Whether you're a small-scale enthusiast or a commercial grower, LINKS delivers unparalleled control and automation, empowering you to achieve healthier plants and optimized yields effortlessly.

Cannabis Pests and IPM Strategies

Growlink — Thu, 12 Dec 2024 18:50:28 GMT

Cannabis cultivation, whether for personal use or commercial production, faces one persistent challenge: pests. These uninvited guests can devastate crops if not identified and managed promptly. This guide delves into the most common cannabis pests, their impact, and how to effectively manage and prevent infestations with Integrated Pest Management (IPM).

Customer Highlight: Wojo Wax

Growlink — Thu, 05 Dec 2024 19:58:42 GMT

With one of the most meticulously maintained commercial facilities in the industry, it’s no surprise Wojo Wax has earned ten caregiver awards and five Metrc awards, including 1st place for solventless hash at the High Times Cannabis Cup in 2018. Owner and operator Tyler Wejrowski has built more than just a top-tier brand—he’s fostered a culture and work environment that makes Wojo Wax’s products truly one of a kind.