Report shows shifts in cannabis lighting trends
Cannabis Business Times has released its 10th annual State of the Cannabis Lighting Market report, marking a decade of research documenting how lighting technologies have changed commercial cannabis production.
The publication noted that LED systems have shifted from limited adoption in 2016 to becoming the dominant choice for flowering, propagation and vegetative growth. The report outlines how technology advancements and increased grower familiarity have reshaped expectations for efficiency and production outcomes.
The 2025 report provides data on lighting use, performance considerations and purchasing priorities, allowing cultivators to compare their practices with industry benchmarks. The research was conducted by Readex Research on behalf of Cannabis Business Times.
Fluence supported the study, continuing its involvement since the report’s launch. The report highlights ongoing developments in dynamic spectrum control and refined strategies for optimizing crop quality. These insights may help greenhouse operators and controlled-environment growers evaluate energy use, fixture selection and long-term infrastructure planning.
The publication stated that the decade-long research series has tracked the rapid expansion of LED adoption and its influence on cultivation decisions across the market.
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