Notes From The Farm
Some parts snark, some parts science. We dive into history, cannabis news, technology, trends, and, of course, things that piss us off. We might sound a little pretentious at times—after all, it's just weed—but keep reading; you might be surprised by what you learn. Our crew has been in cannabis for far too long, and some aspects of the industry just need to go away.
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Rants, Raves, & Science
CBD-to-THC Ratios in Cannabis: Why Genetics Determine the Ratio, While Environmental Conditions Influence Potency
One of the most common misconceptions in hemp cultivation is that environmental conditions can dramatically change a plant's CBD-to-THC ratio. Growers often worry that excessive heat,...
Will GTR Keep Selling Seeds in 2027?
As the hemp industry prepares for significant changes to federal regulations, we want our growers to know one thing: GTR Seeds fully intends to continue...
Cannabis Chemotypes Explained: I-V
Most people talk about cannabis in terms of strain names, but in reality, the most important difference between cannabis varieties is something far more scientific: chemotype....
Still Growing On......
As the new federal hemp restrictions are set to take effect this December, we want to give you a quick update on what that may...
Why Aren't There More Triploid Cannabis Seeds Available?
Triploid cannabis seeds are one of the most exciting advancements in modern cannabis cultivation. With the potential to produce plants that develop dramatically fewer seeds...
Breeding Cannabis Seeds for Hash Rosin Production Is Difficult
Great flower doesn't always make great hash. Here's why developing cannabis genetics specifically for solventless extraction is one of the most challenging objectives in modern...
Bring on the V's - The making of Varin Rich Cannabis Seeds
THCV (tetrahydrocannabivarin) is one of the most intriguing cannabinoids found in cannabis, yet THCV-rich varieties remain surprisingly rare. While the cannabis industry has spent decades...
How Seth and Eric Crawford Pioneered High-CBG Cannabis Seeds
Long before high-CBG cannabis seeds became widely available, two brothers in Oregon were pioneering the genetics that would help establish an entirely new sector of...
Grow the Revolution
As you may have noticed, we've done our best to not spend any time on social media the last few years and would encourage you...
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