Germinating seeds is a crucial stage. Personally, I prefer the paper towel method. Simply dampen a paper towel, place the seeds inside and store in a warm, dark place. Check daily for sprouts, then replant into soil.
Additionally, consider investing in quality nutrients for optimal growth.
But I have had great success with a cycle of 18/6 in the vegetative stage and 12/12 in the flowering stage using feminized hemp seeds that I purchased from https://weedseedsexpress.com/ca/seeds/feminized and have had incredible results. The process went smoothly, and the profitability exceeded all expectations. The genetics were great.