- Louisiana takes the top spot as the most favorable state for marijuana cultivation.
- Connecticut and West Virginia follow in second and third place.
- In contrast, Nevada has the worst state for cannabis cultivation in America.
New research has revealed the best and worst states for growing marijuana, with Louisiana emerging as the most favorable environment.
The study, conducted by low-THC flower specialists Green Unicorn Farms, analyzed nine key factors, including climate conditions such as temperature, humidity, sunlight, land costs, air quality, and CO2 levels. Each state was assigned a score out of 100 based on which states provide the optimal environment for growing marijuana.
Louisiana tops the ranking with a score of 64.81 out of 100. It ranks fifth in legality score, with a 19% humidity difference from the optimal level (average 55%). The state also ranks fourth in average days between frosts, with 248 frost-free days, and second in temperature consistency for optimal plant growth. Additionally, Louisiana receives the highest annual rainfall among all states, with 60.7 inches of precipitation, making it an ideal environment for plant growth.
Coming in second is Connecticut, scoring 60.89. The state boasts affordable land, ranking fifth among the cheapest states for land costs. It also ranks second in CO₂ emissions per 100,000 km².
West Virginia secures third place with a score of 60.58. It leads the nation in air quality and is among the top 10 states with the most affordable land.
New Jersey follows in fourth place with a score of 59.71, while Alabama ranks just above last place with a score of 58.68, benefiting from its warm climate and substantial rainfall.
Commenting on the findings, Robert Hising, Co-Founder of Green Unicorn Farms, said:
“To be successful in growing cannabis, you have to maintain the perfect temperature, along with humidity and light balance. For some states, the research has shown that the main obstacles are major environmental including freezing temperatures, short growing seasons, contaminated air, and legal barriers. These challenges make it extremely difficult to reach maximum production levels.
For example, the climate conditions in Nevada create arid environments while North Dakota experiences harsh freezing temperatures. It is essential for farmers or anyone interested in breaking into the industry to have these key considerations in the back of their mind to navigate different conditions effectively.”
