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Who is gemini,Question to Gemini: Is VDP a good measurement to follow when drying cannabis
Answer: No, VPD (Vapor Pressure Deficit) is not generally considered a good measurement to directly follow when drying cannabis.
Here's why:
What to focus on instead:
- Different goals: VPD is ideal for regulating plant growth and health. Drying cannabis focuses on moisture removal to preserve the bud while minimizing degradation.
- Static vs dynamic environment: VPD thrives in a dynamic environment where factors like temperature and humidity can fluctuate slightly to achieve the targeted VPD. Drying cannabis requires a more static environment with specific temperature and humidity ranges to promote slow, even drying.
Alternative methods for monitoring drying cannabis:
- Temperature: Aim for a cool drying space, ideally between 60-68°F (15-20°C). Higher temperatures can accelerate drying and degrade cannabinoids and terpenes.
- Humidity: Maintain a relative humidity (RH) between 50-60%. Too high and you risk mold growth, too low and the buds dry out too fast, affecting quality.
- Feel: The buds should feel dry to the touch but still have a slight give when squeezed gently.
- Stems: The small stems inside the buds should snap easily when bent.