When should I be considering the practice of topping my cannabis plant for optimal growth and yield? Is there a particular stage in its development that is more advantageous for performing this technique? Should I observe specific indicators that signal readiness, such as the number of nodes or the overall vigor of the plant? Furthermore, is it prudent to take into account the strain of cannabis I am cultivating, given that different strains may exhibit distinct responses to topping? How does environmental stress, nutrient availability, and light conditions influence the timing of this process? If I delay the topping too long, could I risk stunting growth or compromising the plant’s health? Conversely, might an early topping hinder its ability to reach its full potential? What are the nuanced differences between topping and other training methods, such as FIMming or low-stress training, when determining the ideal moment to execute this pivotal technique?