Tag: cannabis breeding

For decades, terpenes dominated the discussion around cannabis flavor and fragrance. But new research shows the real story lies deeper, in trace volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that give each cultivar its unique aroma and effects. From lab mapping and enzymatic chemistry to the cold-chain preservation techniques borrowed from agriculture, a new generation of scientists and cultivators is uncovering the plant’s hidden potential and learning the path to premium flower begins long before harvest and continues all the way to the shelf.

The study of genetics dates back to the nineteenth century, when Gregor Mendel, an Augustinian monk, pioneered the field. Between 1856 and 1863, Mendel’s...

LONGMONT, Colo. -- Trilogene Seeds announces advanced cannabis research. The team is at the validation stage of developing a NGS solution for cannabis genetic improvement...