Five questions to ask before buying cannabis cuttings

Selecting new varieties from seed requires a lot of space, time, and labor, so buying rooted cuttings with known characteristics is preferred.

Fortunately, many cannabis companies are pivoting to supply this vital need, and demand will only increase as legalization spreads across the US.

But since most young plant suppliers are new companies, there's no track record of quality or consistency.

Savvy operators know they must be careful when selecting new cultivars because the time and cost involved in propagating, growing, and processing a crop are substantial. If the final product is not what the grower was expecting, it can be an expensive disappointment.

What's more, the situation can get costly before the growing even begins. Prices for rooted high-THC cannabis cuttings can range from $10 to $50 each, plus royalty fees for propagation. Some sellers bake the royalty fee into the initial purchase price, resulting in desirable cuttings that sell for as much as $1,000 each.

So, how do cannabis growers safely venture into the world of young plant suppliers? Very carefully! Ask these five questions as you vet potential suppliers in your quest for new genetics:

Where Can I See the Finished Product?

Trusting plant suppliers in a quasi-legal industry like cannabis can be risky. Even if you're purchasing a well-known variety, it's impossible to be 100% certain of what you're buying.

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Source: HortiBiz