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landrace

What does landrace mean?

A cannabis variety that developed naturally and stabilized in a specific geographic region without crossbreeding.

"That Afghani landrace is the backbone of a lot of modern strains."

Origin

From agricultural 'landrace', a locally adapted traditional variety.

Frequently asked questions

What is a landrace strain?
A landrace is a cannabis variety that developed naturally and stabilized in a specific geographic region without deliberate crossbreeding.
Why are landrace strains valued?
They represent pure, region-adapted genetics that form the foundation of many modern hybrid strains, making them prized by growers and breeders.
Where does the term 'landrace' come from?
It comes from agriculture, where a landrace is a locally adapted, traditional variety of a plant or animal.
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