// Definition
A broad patent covering cannabis plants that produce propyl (Varin) cannabinoids such as THCV and CBDV above 2% of total dry weight. The patent threatens to give single companies control over entire categories of rare cannabinoid varieties, potentially stifling innovation and blocking breeders from working with these genetics.
// From the Episode
Skunkman Sam and Mowgli discussed this patent as a major threat to the cannabis industry. While legally valid (you can patent plant varieties), the breadth of the claim is concerning. Open-source data and prior art documentation were discussed as defensive strategies.
// Source
Ep. 115 Hash Church CXII 112 →