‘Mutant Marijuana’ Is Here —And It’s Changing How Weed Is Grown (But It’s Not What You Think)

A new frontier in cannabis cultivation is emerging (not through flashy strains or ultra-high THC levels) but through a shift in plant genetics. Triploid cannabis, which has three sets of chromosomes instead of the usual two, is gaining traction for its potential to revolutionize large-scale growing. These sterile plants are naturally seedless, even when exposed to pollen, thanks to techniques long used in crops like bananas and watermelons. With support from breeders like Humboldt Seed Company, triploids may soon offer growers more consistent yields and higher-quality flower, all without the stigma of genetic modification.

As seen in Forbes.