Cannabis News & Seed Drops

98 articles covering 43+ breeders. Updated daily.

June 2026

Event June 1, 2026

Autoflower World Cup — June 2026, Berlin

The global autoflower competition heads to Berlin. International breeders and growers compete across multiple categories.

May 2026

Event May 3, 2026

Mendo Cup — May 3, Willits CA

Mendocino County's annual cannabis competition in Willits. Sun-grown and craft categories. One of the most respected regional cups.

Event May 16, 2026

Clonetopia — May 16-17, Bay Area

Two-day clone market and genetics expo in the Bay Area. The biggest clone-buying event of the spring season.

Event May 30, 2026

Zalympix California — May 30

Zalympix returns to California. Hash, flower, and edible competitions with an emphasis on craft cultivation.

April 2026

Seed Drop April 8, 2026 · Sensi Seeds

Death Row Seeds x Sensi Seeds Launch in U.S.

Snoop's Death Row cannabis line with Sensi Seeds hits American growers with five strains: B-Funk, Dough Boy, Studio Candy, Caramel Pineapple and Cerea...

News April 8, 2026

Thai Landrace Preservation on Koh Tao

KD has spent decades on Koh Tao preserving authentic Thai landrace genetics and sharing seeds across generations. A deep dive into treating cannabis a...

Event April 8, 2026

RAW World Rolling Championship 2026

RAW's nationwide rolling competition is now open with $2,000 first prize. They're hunting for the weirdest, sharpest and most ambitious rolling creati...

News April 8, 2026

Cannabis Cup Winner Craig Palmer Profile

Legacy grower Craig Palmer built Sixpoint Cannabis from underground operations to standout New York legal market brand. Cannabis Cup winner shares his...

News April 9, 2026

Rethinking Cannabis Curing Methods

Real-world testing questions whether traditional jar burping actually speeds up terpene loss during curing. Grower shares experimental results on curi...

News April 9, 2026

Pollen Collection Techniques Q&A

Community discussion on proper methods for collecting and storing male cannabis pollen for breeding projects. Tips from experienced breeders on timing...

News April 8, 2026 · CSI Humboldt

CSI Humboldt Community Thread

Active discussion thread covering CSI Humboldt's latest releases and growing reports from the community. Breeders and growers sharing experiences with...

News April 9, 2026

Soil Recovery and Reuse Methods

Growers discuss techniques for recovering and reusing soil from previous grows. Tips on soil regeneration, amendments, and maintaining healthy growing...

News April 8, 2026 · KD

Thai Landrace Genetics Preserved on Koh Tao Island

KD has spent decades on Koh Tao preserving authentic Thai landrace genetics, sharing seeds across generations and treating cannabis as living inherita...

News April 8, 2026

Cannabis Antimicrobial Research Shows Promise Against Superbugs

New research explores cannabinoids' potential as antimicrobial agents to combat antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Scientists investigating if cannabis co...

News April 8, 2026 · Speedrun Seeds

Grower Reports on Speedrun Seeds' Acid Snow Strain

Community discussion around Speedrun Seeds' Acid Snow genetics with growers sharing reviews and experiences. Thread seeking feedback on this newer bre...

News April 8, 2026 · CSI Humboldt

CSI Humboldt Genetics Discussion Thread Active

Ongoing community thread covering CSI Humboldt's latest drops and genetics. Growers sharing experiences with Nspecta's breeding work and pheno hunting...

News April 8, 2026 · Ace Seeds

Ace Ethiopian Sativa Grow Documentation

Grower documenting their Ace Seeds Ethiopian landrace sativa run with updates on flowering progress. Classic equatorial genetics showing typical long ...

News April 8, 2026

Oregon Berry Kush Cultivation Thread

Community discussion around Oregon Berry Kush genetics and growing techniques. Growers sharing tips on this Pacific Northwest strain.

News April 8, 2026 · Tiki Madman

Tiki Madman Breeder Discussion Continues

Active thread covering Tiki Madman's genetics and breeding projects. Community sharing experiences with his unique crosses and limited drops.

News April 8, 2026

Jack's 15-5-15 Cal-Mag LX All-in-One Formula Review

Grower testing Jack's new all-in-one nutrient formula combining their base nutrients with calcium and magnesium. Early reports on simplifying feed sch...

News April 8, 2026

No-Till Organic Soil Recycling Grow Journal

Detailed grow following no-till organic methods with recycled living soil. Grower sharing sustainable cultivation techniques and soil amendment strate...

News April 8, 2026

Chuckers Paradise Breeding Community Active

Long-running thread for home breeders sharing pollen chucks and experimental crosses. Community hub for small-scale breeding projects and seed swaps.

News April 7, 2026

Thai Landrace Genetics Preserved on Koh Tao

KD has spent decades preserving authentic Thai landrace genetics on Koh Tao, sharing seeds across generations and maintaining pure genetic lines. A de...

Event April 7, 2026

High Times Partners with Proper Doinks for Cannabis Cup Events

Proper Doinks (creators of Proper Smoke League) is teaming up with High Times for future Cannabis Cup activations. Expect detailed judging and competi...

News April 7, 2026

Cannabis Antimicrobial Research Against Antibiotic Resistance

Researchers are exploring cannabinoids for antimicrobial potential as antibiotic resistance grows. Early studies suggest certain compounds may help co...

News April 7, 2026 · Copa Genetics

Copa Genetics Valdez OG Grow Reports

Growers discussing Copa Genetics' Valdez OG strain performance and phenotype selection. Community sharing experiences with this lesser-known breeder's...

Seed Drop April 7, 2026 · 12/12 Seed Company

12/12 Seed Company Blueberry Genetics Community Grow

12/12 Seed Company running a blueberry genetics giveaway with community grow journal. Winners documenting their grows with the company's blueberry sel...

News April 7, 2026 · ACE Seeds

ACE Seeds Ethiopian Sativa Grow Documentation

Long-flowering Ethiopian sativa from ACE Seeds being documented through flower cycle. Expect 12+ week flower times but unique equatorial genetics and ...

News April 7, 2026 · Serious Seeds

Serious Seeds AK-47 vs Greenhouse Great White Shark

Growers comparing classic genetics from Serious Seeds' AK-47 against Greenhouse's Great White Shark. Both offer reliable yields with different terpene...

News April 7, 2026 · Bodhi Seeds

Bodhi Seeds Community Discussion Thread

Ongoing community discussion about Bodhi Seeds genetics, phenotype hunting, and grow reports. One of the most active breeder threads for sharing exper...

News April 7, 2026 · Dinafem

Dinachem Grow Reports and Reviews

Community sharing experiences with Dinachem, discussing phenotype variation and growing characteristics. Known for its fuel-forward terpene profile an...

News April 7, 2026

Multi-Strain Grow: Bluechem, Northern Lights, Destroyer

Grower documenting runs of Bluechem, Northern Lights, and Destroyer while experimenting with beneficial microbes. Comparing classic genetics with orga...

Seed Drop April 2, 2026 · Selfish Genetics

Selfish Genetics Launches Jurassic Park Project

Selfish Genetics unveils their Jurassic Park breeding project with new genetics being discussed by growers on forums.

News April 2, 2026 · Greenpoint Seeds

Greenpoint Seeds Thread Active on RollItUp

Active discussion thread about Greenpoint Seeds continues on RollItUp forums with growers sharing experiences and updates.

News April 1, 2026 · Topdawg

Topdawg, Archive, Myco, Cannarado Breeder Discussion

RollItUp thread covers multiple top-tier breeders including Topdawg, Archive, Myco Botanicals, and Cannarado with grower experiences and strain talk.

News April 1, 2026

Federal Hemp Coverage Program Launches Despite Legal Challenge

New Medicare program covering up to $500 yearly in hemp CBD and low-THC products went live April 1st, though anti-cannabis groups immediately filed la...

News April 1, 2026

Texas Bans Intoxicating Hemp Flower and Vapes

Texas Department of State Health Services banned intoxicating hemp flower and vape products effective March 31st, restricting THCA content under new r...

News April 1, 2026

Tilray Posts Strong Q3 Cannabis Revenue Growth

Tilray delivered record Q3 results with $207M revenue and 11% organic growth, plus 73% international cannabis growth and 100% increase in flower sales...

News April 1, 2026

SF Space Walk 2026: Full Schedule, Clone Drops, and the 7 Growers You Need to Know

The full Space Walk lineup is locked: Sense Cannabis, Sunset Connect, Snowtill, Moon Valley, Umma Sonoma, Wood Wide, and Bosky Genetics across seven l...

Clone Drop April 1, 2026 · Seed Junky Genetics

Clone Market Intel: What's Moving in the Bay Area Right Now

Hemp legalization has turbocharged the clone scene — clones have no THC so they're legally equivalent to nursery starter plants. This week's verified ...

Event April 14, 2026

SF Space Walk — April 14-20: 7 Growers, 7 Strains, 7 Lounges, 7 Nights

San Francisco's premier cannabis genetics event, organized by David Downs. Year three (formerly 'SF Weed Week'). All events are FREE. Confirmed grower...

Event April 18, 2026 · Masonic Smoker

Masonic Free Seed Day — April 18, LA

Masonic Smoker hosting a free seed giveaway event in Los Angeles. First come, first served. Major breeders contributing packs.

Event April 19, 2026

Billy Awards — April 19, NYC

The Billy Awards return to New York City. Celebrating excellence in cannabis breeding, cultivation, and community.

March 2026

News March 30, 2026 · Hypno Seeds

Hypno Seeds Blends Art and Cannabis Genetics

New breeder Hypno Seeds positions itself at the intersection of creativity and cultivation, blending cannabis genetics with global art and modern cult...

News March 25, 2026 · Bloom Seed Co

Why Hash Genetics Are Dominating NorCal Menus — And What Growers Should Plant Next

The solventless revolution is reshaping Northern California dispensary shelves. Downs interviews Bloom Seed Co and Umami Seed Company on which crosses...

Seed Drop March 25, 2026 · Josh D

Seed Drop Roundup: Josh D Brings Back the Real OG Kush

Josh D — the man credited with popularizing OG Kush — is releasing OG Kiss: 15 seeds for $100 via California Seed Bank and Neptune Seed Bank. This is ...

News March 18, 2026 · Mephisto Genetics

Autoflower Genetics Are Getting Serious: Mephisto, Night Owl, and the New Class of Autos

Downs talks to Daz (Night Owl Seeds) and the Mephisto team about how autoflower genetics have closed the gap with photoperiods. Night Owl's Cosmic Que...

News March 11, 2026

Purple Candy-Gas: The Flavor Center of Gravity in 2026

Fire Follower's annual flavor trend analysis. The dominant flavor profile on dispensary shelves nationwide is 'purple candy-gas' — descendants of the ...

News March 11, 2026 · Twenty20 Mendocino

Breeder Profile: Twenty20 Mendocino — Sungrown Heritage Meets Modern Breeding

This week's breeder deep-dive: Twenty20 Mendocino, operating from the heart of the Emerald Triangle. They breed both feminized photoperiods and autofl...

News March 4, 2026 · Archive Seed Bank

The Fake Toad Venom Cuts: A Clone Verification Crisis

Archive Seed Bank's Toad Venom has become one of the most faked cuts in the clone market. Downs investigates: how fake cuts spread, why clone verifica...

Seed Drop March 30, 2026 · Hypno Seeds

Hypno Seeds Blends Cannabis Genetics with Global Art Movement

New breeder Hypno Seeds is positioning itself at the intersection of cannabis genetics, art, and culture. The company is taking a modern approach to b...

News March 31, 2026

Terra Pharm Opens New Cultivation Facility in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania's newest medical marijuana organization has opened both a cultivation facility and dispensary. They've also partnered with Duquesne Unive...

News March 31, 2026

Paul's Boutique Sets Sustainability Standard in Maine Growing

Maine's Paul's Boutique is reusing over 250,000 gallons of water annually at their 14,000-square-foot cultivation facility. The operation is being rec...

News March 30, 2026

LED Lighting Transition Guide for Cannabis Growers

Cannabis Business Times addresses grower questions about switching from HID to LED lighting systems. The column covers key adjustments and refinements...

News March 31, 2026

Minnesota Extends Out-of-State Hemp Testing Until 2027

Governor Tim Walz signed legislation allowing Minnesota hemp businesses to continue using out-of-state testing laboratories through May 31, 2027. This...

News March 31, 2026

Mississippi Governor Vetoes Medical Cannabis Reform Bills

Governor Tate Reeves vetoed two bills that would have eliminated THC caps on some medical cannabis products and allowed 'right-to-try' provisions for ...

News March 31, 2026

Idaho Senate Tries to Block Medical Cannabis Ballot Initiative

Idaho lawmakers passed a resolution calling on voters not to sign medical cannabis petition while attempting to block future cannabis reform initiativ...

News March 30, 2026 · Hypno Seeds

Hypno Seeds Launches Cannabis Genetics with Art-Culture Focus

New breeder Hypno Seeds positions itself at the intersection of cannabis genetics and global art culture. They're blending cultivation with creativity...

News March 30, 2026

Michigan Governor Candidate Vows to Repeal 24% Cannabis Tax

A gubernatorial candidate promises to eliminate Michigan's new 24% wholesale cannabis tax if elected. New lawsuit also filed challenging the tax burde...

News March 30, 2026 · Hypno Seeds

Hypno Seeds Merges Cannabis Genetics with Art Culture

New seed company Hypno Seeds is positioning itself at the intersection of cannabis genetics and global art culture. They're blending modern cultivatio...

News March 29, 2026

Trinity County Cannabis Culture Spotlight

Deep dive into Trinity County's craft cannabis scene reveals the overlooked corner of the Emerald Triangle where traditional cultivation methods and c...

News March 30, 2026

New York Cannabis Market Hits $3.3B in Five Years

New York's licensed cannabis market reaches $3.3 billion in total sales with 610 active dispensaries and over 2,100 total licensees. 56% of adult-use ...

News March 30, 2026

Arkansas Raids Target Unlicensed Hemp THC Products

Joint DEA and Arkansas state operation seized over 7,600 illegal cannabinoid products including 314 hemp THC items from retailers. Enforcement focuses...

Seed Drop March 25, 2026 · Seed Junky Genetics

Seed Junky Drops Apple Straws & Red Sorbet

Two new fems from Seed Junky: Apple Straws (Big Apples x Z Bx1 x Sour Straws) and Red Sorbet (Red Eye x Sherb Bx1). Limited packs, expect them to move...

Seed Drop March 24, 2026 · Mephisto Genetics

Mephisto: Strawberry Nuggets Crosses at $19

Mephisto dropping Strawberry Nuggets crosses in 4-packs of auto fems at $19.20. The best entry point in autoflower genetics right now.

Seed Drop March 22, 2026 · Ziplock Seeds

Ziplock Seeds: Permanent Sunset Line

Hawaii Rain x Permanent Marker crosses from Ziplock Seeds. The Permanent Sunset line brings tropical terps to the PM backbone. $100 per pack.

Seed Drop March 20, 2026 · Compound Genetics

Compound Genetics: Kumamotoz (Pearlz x Pavé)

Compound bringing the heat with Kumamotoz — Pearlz x Pavé cross. 7 seeds per pack at $160. High-end terp lineage.

Seed Drop March 19, 2026 · Terphogz

Terphogz: Pi'nana Passion & Trop Gatti Regs

Terphogz releasing Pi'nana Passion and Trop Gatti in 10-packs of regular seeds at $269. Pheno hunters, this is your play.

Seed Drop March 18, 2026 · Wizard Trees

Wizard Trees: Black Bow, Night Ritual, Obsidian

Three new drops from Wizard Trees at $150 per pack. Dark-line genetics with heavy resin production. Limited availability.

Seed Drop March 17, 2026 · Bodhi Seeds

Bodhi Seeds: Purple Santo — 11 Regs for $60

Bodhi keeping it accessible with Purple Santo at $60 for 11 regular seeds. Old-school value from one of the most respected breeders alive.

Seed Drop March 16, 2026 · Karma Genetics

Karma Genetics: Gold Juice — 12 Regs

Karma Genetics releasing Gold Juice at 80 EUR for 12 regular seeds. European genetics with global demand.

Seed Drop March 15, 2026 · Chemdog

Chemdog: Banana Dog D #53 & Sister Haze Banana D

The original Chemdog dropping Banana Dog D #53 and Sister Haze Banana D at $125 for 15 regular seeds. Historic lineage, serious value.

Seed Drop March 14, 2026 · Umami Seeds

Umami Seeds: Purple Ink & Kakashi Fems

Umami Seeds with two new feminized lines — Purple Ink and Kakashi. 6 fems per pack at $120. Artisan genetics from a rising operation.

Seed Drop March 13, 2026 · GTR Seeds

GTR Seeds: Triploid Lines, Mountain Apple, Smelly CBG

GTR Seeds pushing boundaries with triploid genetics, plus Mountain Apple and Smelly CBG at $99 for 10 seeds. Experimental and affordable.

Seed Drop March 12, 2026 · Humboldt Seed Company

Humboldt Seed Co: Garlic Budder Auto

Humboldt Seed Company dropping Garlic Budder Auto. 10 auto fems for $120. Savory terp profile meets autoflower convenience.

Seed Drop March 10, 2026 · Purple City Genetics

Purple City Genetics: 26 Strains for 2026

PCG unveiling their full 2026 lineup — 26 strains including the El Krem peach line, new autos, and '87 sativa revivals. Moroccan Zowah coming in April...

Seed Drop March 8, 2026 · Ethos Genetics

Ethos: Cherry Zoap R1 — Solo Packs Available

Ethos Genetics offering Cherry Zoap R1 in single-seed packs at $16.50 per seed. Try before you commit to a full pack.

Seed Drop March 6, 2026 · Higher Ground x Happy Dreams

Higher Ground x Happy Dreams: Energy Burst — $400

Ultra-premium collab between Higher Ground and Happy Dreams. Energy Burst at $400 per pack. For the collector market.

News March 20, 2026 · Leafly

Hashburger Wins Leafly Strain of the Year 2025

Hashburger takes the crown as Leafly's Strain of the Year for 2025. The hash-forward profile and consistent flower production made it the obvious choi...

News March 18, 2026

Discord Purging Cannabis Servers En Masse

Discord banning cannabis breeding servers without warning. Exotic Genetix, Umami, Raw Genetics, and Bloom Seed Co all deleted. Breeders migrating to T...

News March 15, 2026 · Archive Seed Bank

Archive Seeds Toad Venom Clone Mixup Scandal

Archive Seeds caught in a clone mixup — Toad Venom cuts sent out were not the correct phenotype. Wizard Trees among those burned by fake Toad Venom cu...

News March 12, 2026

White Widow Wins People's Choice Sativa at HT Cup NY

White Widow takes People's Choice for sativa at the High Times Cannabis Cup in New York. The classic strain proving it still has legs decades later.

News March 10, 2026

Seed Re-Legalization Petition Gaining Momentum

Change.org petition for seed re-legalization crossing 50,000 signatures. Advocates pushing for federal clarity on seed sales and shipping across state...

Collab March 8, 2026 · Arcana

Breeder Supergroup Arcana Launches: Josh D, Chemdog, Ghost, Kaya

Four legends forming Arcana — a breeder supergroup featuring Josh D, Chemdog, Ghost, and Kaya. Expect collaborative lines from some of the most influe...

News March 5, 2026 · Purple City Genetics

Peach Strain Wave: PCG's El Krem Line Driving the Trend

Peach terp profiles dominating the 2026 breeding scene. Purple City Genetics' El Krem line is at the center, but expect every major breeder to chase t...

Clone Drop March 22, 2026 · Boomspharm

Toad Venom Cuts: $5,000 via Boomspharm

Verified Toad Venom clones available through Boomspharm at $5,000 per cut. The most expensive clone on the market right now. Verify authenticity befor...

Clone Drop March 20, 2026 · Sin City Seeds

Zkittlez Cuts Sold Out at $1,000 — Sin City Seeds

Sin City Seeds had Zkittlez cuts at $1,000 each. Already sold out. Demand for verified Zkittlez genetics remains sky-high.

Clone Drop March 18, 2026 · Aficionado

Banana OG Cuts: $360 via Aficionado

Aficionado offering Banana OG cuts at $360. Mid-tier pricing for a well-established cultivar with proven performance.

Clone Drop March 15, 2026 · Rebel Grown

Blue Dream & GG4 Cuts: $4-6 at Rebel Grown

Rebel Grown offering Blue Dream and GG4 clones at $4-6 per cut. Entry-level pricing for proven genetics. Great for new growers.

February 2026

News February 25, 2026 · Bodhi Seeds

Fire Follower Top 50 Greatest Breeders of 2026 — Full Results

The annual community poll is in: 733 ballots from 2,703 responses. Bodhi Seeds takes #1 for the second year running. CSI Humboldt at #2. Capulator, Ar...

News February 25, 2026

Top 50 Breakdown: The LA Heat vs. Emerald Triangle Divide

Companion piece to the Top 50 poll. The data reveals two clear power centers in American cannabis genetics: LA's exotic/hype machine (Seed Junky, Comp...

News February 18, 2026 · Skunk House Genetics

Hashburger: How Skunk House Genetics Made Leafly's Strain of the Year

Deep dive on Hashburger — Leafly's 2025 Strain of the Year. The cross: Han Solo Burger x TK x Double Burger by Skunk House Genetics. Downs interviews ...

News February 11, 2026 · Humboldt Seed Company

Triploid Genetics: Seedless Cannabis Is Here, But Is the Industry Ready?

GTR Seeds and Humboldt Seed Company are both shipping triploid (seedless) cannabis genetics. Downs explains the science: triploid plants have three se...

News February 4, 2026 · Huckleberry Hill Farms

Whitethorn Rose Is Going National — Meet the Mendo Strain Everyone's Talking About

Huckleberry Hill Farms' Whitethorn Rose (Paradise Punch x Lemon OG) started as a Mendocino local legend and is now spreading to dispensaries in Oregon...

January 2026

News January 28, 2026

David Downs' Sickest Genetics Picks for 2026: 50+ Strains Across 6 Flavor Families

The annual genetics picks list is here. Organized by flavor family: Candies (Blue Nerdz, G-Runtz), Z Strains (Tropical Zkittlez, Rozé), Gas (Hashburge...

News January 21, 2026

Discord Purges Cannabis Servers — What It Means for the Genetics Community

Discord has shut down multiple cannabis genetics and breeding community servers without warning, including several seed-trading channels with thousand...

News January 14, 2026

Seed Legalization Update: Where Seeds Are Legal to Buy, Sell, and Ship in 2026

Annual legal landscape review. Seeds are now explicitly legal to purchase in 38 states, up from 32 last year. But shipping across state lines remains ...

Event January 7, 2026

Terpnami Seed Show Recap: 30 Breeders, 1,000 Growers, and the Genetics That Won the Room

Full recap of December's Terpnami Seed Show at 540 Howard St, San Francisco — the genetics event of the season. 30 breeders showed, 1,000 growers atte...