How do we determine the gender of cannabis plants?

The gender determination of cannabis plays a crucial role in the cultivation process. It is important to distinguish between female and male cannabis plants early on to provide information that optimizes propagation, maximizes yields, and effectively allocates resources to flowering plants, while isolating the benefits of female seedlings.

Early detection also promotes consistency and quality. Male and female plants exhibit diHerent chemical profiles and the presence of male plants can compromise both consistency and quality. Gender determination aids breeders in identifying plants with desired traits and unique profiles to positively impact product quality.

Our reliable testing method enables early and secure gender identification. We utilize a specific qPCR assay that tests for the presence of male DNA to determine the plant’s gender.