Growing Hemp in Washington – Seeds vs. Clones
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One of the first steps to becoming a hemp farmer in Washington is determining whether you’re going to grow CBD seeds or clones. In Washington state, both options grow well due to the mild, moist climate and fertile soil, but there are pros and cons to each. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at each option.
CBD Seeds vs. Clones: Pros and Cons for Washington Farmers
CBD seeds are hemp seeds that have been bred to contain a high level of CBD. When these seeds are planted, they grow into hemp plants. Producers can take cuttings from their best plants and plant them so that they grow roots. These are called clones.
When you start out as a hemp farmer in Washington state, you will need to decide whether you want to grow CBD seeds or clones. Here are some of the pros and cons of each option.
CBD Seeds
Farmers have the potential to generate a substantial profit from growing CBD seeds in Washington. However, there are more intricacies involved with this option.
Some of the benefits of growing CBD seeds are:
• Deeper penetration for water access from a tap root
• Can be stored for a long time before planting
• Are not tainted by pests and disease
• Potential to generate higher net profit
Some of the disadvantages are:
• Potential for male plants, which must be removed before pollination occurs
• Longer growing period and increased risk of loss due to frost or bad weather
CBD Rich Hemp Clones
Another option for growing hemp on your Washington farm is to start with CBD rich hemp clones. Hemp clones are generally considered to be more reliable and consistent, but there are some disadvantages like reduced net profit.
Some of the benefits of growing CBD rich hemp clones are:
• Easy to avoid having male plants on your farm
• Consistent, reliable genetics
• Grow faster than seeds, meaning there’s a reduced amount of time leading up to harvest
• Harvest volume is similar to feminized seed and higher than regular seed
Some of the disadvantages are:
• Higher cost per acre for startup
• Do not grow tap roots
• Increased risk for disease and pests depending on the source
As you can see, there is no cut and dry answer to which option is better. It truly depends on your personal level of comfort. If you’re not sure which option is right for your farm, consider speaking to one of our account managers.
Buy CBD Seed or Clones for Your Farm
CBD Seed Co. is the trusted source for high quality CBD seeds and clones in Washington state. Call our office today to place an order for your farm or get more information.
