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With 20+ years of cultivation experience and over 250 unique varieties created SinCity Seeds is among the worlds most respected cannabis breeders. They stand behind...

Sticky Finger Seeds is a Cannabis genetic collective that specializes (takes pride) in growing and breeding heirloom and landrace cannabis genetics. Now closing in on...

Regular vs Feminized (Reg vs Fem) Reg or regular seed is seed produced with a natural male pollen donor and a natural female cannabis plant. Fem...

Mold and mildew negatively affect many kinds of wild and cultivated plants. Powdery mildew (PM) and Botrytis (Bud rot) are two of the most common...

Do you want to grow cannabis in a simple and convenient way? The Annaboto growing system will provide you with an experience that is fun...

Let's agree: the Dirty Bird Genetics family are nerds (in the most endearing way...obviously), so of course we would overthink things like pricing when it...

Solfire Gardens, a Pacific Northwest seed company where passion meets biology, innovation intertwines with tradition, and selection creates the extraordinary. Their genesis dates back to...

Dirty Bird Genetics Celebrates the Launch of their first Autoflower  By: Beth Mathieu, owner of Dirty Bird Genetics Dirty Bird Genetics Alpha Series - Black...

Mephisto Genetics shares 3 tips for new growers, an update about their recent trip (and win!) at the American Autoflower Cup and their top recommendations!...

Twenty20 Mendocino has always taken the difficult path, the right path, the path less traveled. Their objective will never be to sell the most seeds,...

At NASC, we take a lot of pride in being a Maine business and we are lucky enough to have a couple of Maine breeders...

Congratulations to all the winners and thank you to all who voted in the NASC Grower's Choice Awards 2025! 2025 Strain of the Year -...

Results: Seed Color/Shape Viability Test By Ben Morris / Head Breeder, Dirty Bird Genetics To test whether a seed’s size, color and/or shape influences its...

We’re writing to share an important update on recent changes in U.S. federal law that affect cannabis seeds, hemp, and the broader cannabis industry. Write...

Subcool shares 3 tips for new growers, their favorite breeding project & a story! BREEDER OF THE WEEK NASC JOURNAL FEATURE BREEDER INTRO: Subcool Seeds...

In House Genetics specializes in micro-breeding cannabis seeds, offering a variety of high-quality strains that cater to all types of growers, including those looking for...

Changing the ethos of cannabis, with commercial boutique innovations, game-changing genetics, mind-opening insights and the best possible products, Ethos uses science and data to apply...

Before their seed bank was created in 2007, RQS had long-time knowledge and passion for cannabis breeding. Following enormous interest in their strains, they opened...

With nearly 30 years of expertise, Barney’s Farm continues to innovate, offering high-quality outdoor cannabis seeds, as well as strains suited for indoor, greenhouse, and...

Fast Buds is a leading cannabis seed bank that specializes in producing top-quality autoflowering cannabis strains. With over 12 years of experience, Fast Buds is...

Are you looking for a strain to help you through the winter blues? Crystal smokes and gives feedback on the Lemon Cherry Pie by Ethos...

Meet Beth, Ben, and Siobhann of Dirty Bird Genetics. We go over the history of the businesses, current projects, an exclusive coupon only found in...

Write your US Senators + Representatives Today and Let Them Know You’re Opposed to Sec 781: https://democracy.io/#! Hey Fam,  I wanted to write you all...

Given the limited nature of many cannabis seed genetics, and the even more limited window of growing season or space, many growers find themselves with...

Every season, I take a gamble and test new genetics in my outdoor garden, hoping to find a keeper that checks all the boxes important...

Here at NASC Journal we could write all day long about our own harvests, but right now we really want to hear from all of...

Are you looking for a strain to grow that will help you lift off into a spacey and peaceful orb? For this round, Crystal smokes...

It is that time of year! Harvest season is in full swing, and we're here to share the best of Alyssa's garden (so far)! I...

Dirty Bird Genetics: Past, Present + Future  Dirty Bird Genetics is celebrating two years this October 13th, and I’ve been looking forward to taking this...

We were thrilled to hear back from the growers at Triple333Grow Genetics about their run of Dirty Bird Genetics' Sex Melon! Check out what they...

Do you want to grow cannabis in a simple and convenient way? The Annaboto growing system will provide you with an experience that is fun...

BREEDER OF THE WEEK NASC JOURNAL FEATURE CHUPACABRA BREEDER INTRO: BIO BLURB With over 20 years in the garden I've got so many stories. Ive...

Are you looking to try a new strain that will keep you going? Swap that cup of coffee for a tank of fuel and lime....

Straight from the breeders to you - explore, learn, and laugh with our growing community! BREEDER OF THE WEEK NASC JOURNAL FEATURE BREEDER INTRO: BIO...

Are you looking to try one of the gassiest strains ever? This fuel-up may not pick you up, but it will relax every part of...

As the season turns from summer to fall, Alyssa reflects on her Maui Maine Summer - both in the garden and from the bong, Maui...

Are you looking to try a newer strain that has an unforgettable flavor? Get ready for some sweetness and marker-funk. Crystal discusses her experience of...

Discord is a platform that is made to bring together communities of people who share the same interests and passions, and for cannabis enthusiasts it...

Are you looking for a strain with a heavy pine and lemon flavor? Emerald Fire OG might check all of your boxes. Crystal discusses her...

Beth and Caitlyn sit down with Mr. Soul aka Rick Campanella, creator of Cinderella 99 and Rosetta Stone to discuss the history and philosophy behind...

Our NASC Cast crew recently had the pleasure of hosting Dungeon Vault Genetics in prep for their Breeder of the Week Feature! To our surprise,...

Dungeons Vault Genetics was born in Sacramento, CA in 2014. What started as a passion and an impossible dream, evolved into a calling and successful...

Get the insider scoop on some of the best genetics the Dirty Bird team has to offer, with staff growers offering insights on each of...

Beth and Caitlyn sit down with MzJill, co-founder of TGA Genetics and owner of MzJill Genetics. We discuss her history as a breeder, her iconic...

Are you looking for a strain to grow that has immense bag appeal and is great for extractions? Learn about Unicorn Whip with grow notes...

Beth and Caitlyn sit down with Dan to discuss the industry, autoflower genetics, and what's coming next for Gnome Automatics. Highlights: 7 min. Watch Time...

Ben from Seed + Soil sits down with Beth + Caitlyn to discuss his journey from Nebraska to Maine breeding cannabis and vegetable seeds and...

Interviewed Owner and Breeder, Jim Riddle Offering hard-to-find Pure Legecy Landrace Genetics with our craft cannabis seeds: Lamb's Breath Santa’s Stash Flower! Tell us a...

Are you looking for a legendary strain to grow that will bump up your creative juices? Blue Dream emerged in the early 2000s on the...

Story from Dan, Owner and Breeder of Gnome Automatics With this being my first true photoperiod line, I wanted something that was unique.  With the market...

Topping a plant is a very simple process, but understanding exactly when, where and why to top a plant can be overwhelming for the beginner...

INTRODUCTION Let’s start at the beginning—what was your first connection to cannabis, and how did that evolve into breeding? I had two older brothers that...

The evolution of the Brunch, Dirty Bird’s flagship strain Take a look behind the scenes at the evolution of Dirty Bird Genetics signature strain, The...

For the last six years, cannabis has been a part of my daily life. My experience has mostly revolved around consumption, recreationally and medically, and...

Learn exactly how the team at Dirty Bird Genetics clones their cannabis plants. With 15 years of experience under our belts, I am here to...

As we gear up for our busiest time of the year, we want to share some important shipping updates and set clear expectations for order...

Seed and Soil is the newest addition to NASC's breeder line-up, and one that we can vouch for first hand! Beth had the pleasure of...

You know the saying, “If I can do it, you can too!”? I don’t know about you, but my Mom and Dad sure did echo...

By: Ben Morris, Head Breeder at Dirty Bird Genetics To know when to harvest your cannabis can be tricky. We’ve created this guide to help...

The breeders over at Dirty Bird Genetics have been experimenting with autos as of late as they work to select cultivars for upcoming breeding projects....

Written by Don, Owner and Head Breeder of Sin City Seeds, please enjoy the origin story of their flagship strain Blue Power! Brief History of...

Are you looking something new to grow that will impress your senses? For this round, Crystal smokes and gives feedback on the Brainstorm by Dirty...

By Ben ‘Prodigal Primate’ Morris “Fast” or “Fast Flowering” strains have been increasingly produced for the contemporary cannabis market. The purpose of this brief article...

This year we celebrated the 1st anniversary of Dirty Bird Genetics, the 5th anniversary of North Atlantic Seed Co, and the 13th anniversary of Maine...

Review By: Tanner D., NY First I wanna give a massive shoutout to the folks at North Atlantic, and to Dirty Bird Genetics. This crop...

Our Wholesale Commercial Grower program offers licensed commercial growers a variety of cultivars available for bulk purchase from well known and trusted breeders. Our Team...

Are you looking for your next gassy grow-journey? For this round, Crystal smokes and gives feedback on the sticky Grease Truck by Dirty Bird Genetics....

A brief, simple step-by-step guide to the germination method proven most successful for our team through trial and error over the years. The following is...

Over at Dirty Bird we are currently growing Rosetta Stone by Brothers Grimm Seeds and they’re looking very promising! The plants are young, just 30...

As told by Rick, Owner of Mosca Seeds, this is the triumphant cultivation story of their very own Root Beer Mac S1! Enjoy! The Beginning:...

In our newest entry to the NASC Breeder Spotlight Series, Beth + Caitlyn interview Mr. Soul, the brains and the brawn behind the legendary Brothers...

Whether you are a novice or an expert grower you have probably heard of “reg” or “regular” cannabis seeds and “fem” or “feminized” cannabis seeds,...

A Cannabis Sativa Surfboard Smorgasbord, brought to you by Dirty Bird Genetics and highly reviewed by Alyssa! I could never be more lucky than to...

A thought provoking journey to a half baked moon and back, Mezzaluna is sure to test your limits - enjoy these insider insights from a...

Find out what we're looking for in our pheno hunts and breeding projects, and what you should look for in yours! When running new genetics,...

The team at North Atlantic Seed Co is excited to introduce the NASC Breeder Spotlight Series, a video-recorded series that will air on the North...

Looking for the best of the best to add to your home garden? Enjoy dank prose from Crystal as she offers a review of one...

Our growers are stoked to bring you unique insider insights on the best of their 2024 grow room and gardens... At the end of each...