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Manchurian Hemp Genetics

⚗️ Science First mentioned: Ep. 100

Cannabis genetics originating from Manchuria (northeast China/Korea border region) that represent a distinct landrace lineage. These Manchurian strains are indicative of the geographic diversity of cannabis varieties and have specific fiber and cannabinoid characteristics.

Skunkman Sam discussed Manchurian genetics in the context of the relationship between hemp and drug varieties. These landraces were used for both hemp fiber and had varying levels of CBD and THC. The discussion covered how industrial hemp varieties were bred from such landraces but often had lower fiber content than commonly assumed.

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