‘These aren’t your granddad’s autos’: the caliber of autoflower seeds is rising

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Humboldt Seed Company is at the forefront of advancing autoflower cannabis genetics, transforming the perception of these plants from inferior to premium quality. Once known for low THC and small size, autoflowers now rival traditional photoperiod strains in potency, flavor, and structure, thanks to Humboldt’s extensive breeding efforts.

Autoflowers, known for flowering independently of light cycles, offer distinct advantages for growers. They thrive in diverse conditions, finish their growth cycle in just 8-12 weeks, and are typically feminized, eliminating the need to identify male plants. These traits make them ideal for beginners and urban cultivators, as well as seasoned growers looking to maximize harvests or avoid weather challenges.

Nathaniel Pennington, founder and CEO of Humboldt Seed Company, emphasizes that modern autoflowers retain all the desirable traits of their photoperiod counterparts, with only the flowering mechanism altered. Co-founder Benjamin Lind adds that advancements have brought autoflowers to the same level of quality and potency as photoperiod strains, calling them “not your granddad’s autos anymore.”

Humboldt Seed Company has refined its autoflower genetics through generations of breeding, reducing negative traits associated with ruderalis ancestry, such as low THC levels. Their strains, like the popular Jelly Donutz autoflower, showcase how far autoflowers have evolved, with side-by-side comparisons proving their indistinguishability from photoperiod versions.

Autoflowers are also practical for urban growers and those needing discretion, as their smaller size and insensitivity to light pollution make them versatile. By replacing complex light-deprivation setups, growers can save resources and effort.

Through rigorous breeding and innovation, Humboldt Seed Company has cemented its position as a leader in autoflower cannabis, providing high-quality, predictable options that cater to a diverse range of growers.