Cannabis Cultivation and Science Podcast

Episode 119: Organic Microbial Solutions to Propagation with Victoria Holden and Charles Smith

Sep 21, 2023

Microbial solutions for plant propagation and the importance of independent research are discussed by Victoria Holden and Charles Smith, co-founders of IMEO. They highlight their organic products, benefits of using microbes for gardening, sourcing and vetting microbes, heavy metal contamination in cannabis cultivation, positive results from organic microbial solutions research, the impact of 'region' on agriculture and the environment, and an experiment comparing growth performance with Emil Root and synthetic rooting hormone.

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Victoria Holden

Charles Smith

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Quick takeaways

IMEO's organic, microbial-based rooting powder and gel can enhance plant rooting without harmful synthetic chemicals.

Microorganisms have immense potential in improving plant growth and reducing waste.

IMEO's Root product offers consistent benefits, such as improved vigor, increased yields, and shorter growth cycles for plants.

Deep dives

Introduction to IMEO and Their Products

Victoria Holden and Charles Smith, co-founders of IMEO, discuss their organic, microbial-based rooting powder and gel, as well as a microbial-based solution for breaking down biomass faster. They emphasize the importance of offering products backed by legitimate research and value.

Introduction

2min

Introduction to IMEO and their mission

2min

Microbial Solutions for Plant Propagation

23min

Heavy Metal Contamination in Cannabis Cultivation

3min

Research Collaborations and Results

10min

The Impact of 'Region' on Agriculture and the Environment

9min

Gratitude, Collaboration, and Product Announcement

1min

Comparing Growth Performance with Emil Root and Synthetic Rooting Hormone

19min

Victoria has a lifelong interest in studying the interactions between microbes and their surrounding environment. She earned her Ph.D. in Microbiology and Immunology from the University of Michigan before moving to Dartmouth College to further her studies with postdoctoral research. As Chief Science Officer of Imio, Victoria has led the development and production of multiple microbial products that replace harmful chemicals and enable healthier, more productive cultivation of plants.

Charles started Imio to dedicate his career to helping people, plants and our planet. After graduating from Dartmouth College, he began his career at Morgan Stanley where he focused on the technology sector. He moved on from finance to join a NYC based software startup where he gained valuable insight into scaling companies and teams. As CEO of Imio, Charles manages Business Development and Operations, as the company works to unlock plant productivity and restore our planet through the power of nature.

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Cannabis Cultivation and Science Podcast

Episode 119: Organic Microbial Solutions to Propagation with Victoria Holden and Charles Smith

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

Introduction to IMEO and Their Products

Victoria's Background and Transition to IMEO

Charles's Background and Motivation for IMEO

The Development of IMEO's Root Product

Benefits and Results of IMEO's Root Product

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