In this episode of Behind the Grow, Eric sits down with AC Moon Cameron — a 25+ year veteran of the cannabis world whose story spans legacy cultivation, medical-era activism, education, consulting, and invention.This is a wide-ranging, no-fluff conversation that goes far beyond growing. AC Moon breaks down the difference between rescheduling vs descheduling, why corporate interests shape policy, and what everyday people can do to educate themselves. We also dive into her early activism roots, the origins of her edible work, and how her invention Crop Tops was born from real-world necessity for outdoor cultivation in harsh conditions.You’ll also hear about her work in the Caribbean helping build legal frameworks — including consumption lounge licensing in the U.S. Virgin Islands (opening January 2026) — and why innovation, education, and community are the only way forward.Topics covered:

• Growing up around cannabis and early activism in the 90s
• Medical-era access and the legacy movement
• Rescheduling vs descheduling and what’s at stake
• Corporate influence, research, and synthetic cannabinoids
• Cannabis law realities across the U.S. and abroad
• Building cannabis tourism and local equity in the Virgin Islands
• Crop Tops and protecting outdoor plants from weather, rot, and contamination
• Quick-fire questions: first grow, myths, music, and more

• Indica Innovations International: IndicaInnovations.com
• Crop Tops Greenhouse: CropTopsGreenhouses.com (site in progress)
• LinkedIn: @a.c.moon
• Instagram: @a.c.moon

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In this episode of Behind the Grow, Eric sits down with Alexandre Gauthier, VP of R&D at Origin Nature, for an honest, deeply technical, and refreshingly open conversation about commercial cultivation, leadership, and what actually makes a grow operation successful.Alex shares the real story behind his early growing days, how hands-on experience shaped his approach, and why transparency and team culture matter more than any so-called “secret sauce.” From SOPs and cultivation systems to lighting degradation, LED warranties, and why blind tasting matters more than lab numbers, this episode goes far beyond surface-level grow talk.You’ll also hear:• How Origin Nature built a culture around passion, trust, and accountability • Why sharing cultivation knowledge strengthens the entire industry • The truth about LED light degradation and what growers should be measuring • Why people matter more than genetics, nutrients, or equipment • How consumer behavior around potency will evolve over time • Lessons for new operators trying to survive and stay profitable This episode is a must-watch for cultivators, operators, and anyone interested in the future of professional growing and sustainable cannabis businesses.Featuring:Eric (Host, Garden Culture Magazine) Alexandre Gauthier – VP of R&D, OriginNature.com#BehindTheGrow #gardenculturemagazine #CommercialCultivation #GrowRoomDesign #CannabisIndustry #CultivationLeadership #LEDLighting #GrowerCulture #CanadianCannabis

Industry pioneer Jair Velleman joins Behind the Grow for a raw and insightful conversation about ambition, burnout, reinvention, and the evolution of professional grow lighting.Jair opens up about:• His early hustle importing equipment • Building Mammoth Tents and Gavita from the ground up • Selling his company for life-changing money — and the depression that followed • Rediscovering purpose through Dutch Lighting Innovations • Why LED degradation is a hidden crisis in cultivation • The science behind UV light and improving crop quality • The friendships, failures, and unforgettable stories along the way This episode isn’t just about technology — it’s about resilience, timing, and believing in something enough to change an entire industry.#GardenCultureMagazine #BehindTheGrow #DLILighting #GrowLighting #CultivationTech #HorticultureInnovation00:00 Introduction and Early Connections06:05 Transition to Gavita and Mammoth Tents12:00 The Launch of Garden Culture Magazine18:09 The Evolution of the Cannabis Industry23:57 Memorable Stories and Experiences30:00 Innovations in Growing Technology32:04 The Evolution of Horticultural Lighting34:36 The Emotional Journey of Selling a Company39:01 Finding Purpose After Success47:03 Understanding Light Degradation in Cannabis Cultivation58:04 Innovations in UV Lighting for Plants