How to Start a Personal Cannabis Seed Bank

Since several states of the US have legalized the growing of cannabis at home, many people are choosing to cultivate cannabis plants at home instead of purchasing from a dispensary. As a result, many growers around the nation are building their own private libraries of cannabis seeds. In this article, we’ll discuss how to start a personal cannabis seed bank so that you always have a nice assortment of cannabis seeds on hand.

Topics we’ll cover:

• How to acquire cannabis seeds
• How to package seeds
• How to store seeds
• Benefits of starting a personal seed bank

Collect the Seeds

The most important part of starting a seed bank is having a diverse collection of seeds. This can be accomplished either by purchasing seeds from a reputable seed bank or by making your own seeds at home. The former is expensive but ensures you get high-quality seeds bred by professionals. Considering this, you will love the seeds from Greenpoint Seeds as we sell only seeds that have been bred from elite and tested by numerous growers. We have a wide selection to choose from, so you can add some variety to your seed stash.

You also have the option of making your own seeds. For the development of feminized seeds, you can spray a female plant with some colloidal silver to force the plant to produce pollen. By pollinating another female plant, you’ll make feminized seeds that produce female-only plants.

Regular seeds are much easier to produce. They can be made by pollinating a female cannabis plant with a male plant. Roughly 50 percent of the offspring will be female, and 50 percent will be male, so you can continue to make more regular seeds each season.

Package the Seeds

The goal of packaging is to keep the seeds away from moisture and light. Considering this, we need a container or bags that are both crushproof and airtight. The container must prevent the light from reaching the seeds. Once kept in the container, you can label it with the name. It is also nice to mention the date on which the seeds were harvested, as this helps in keeping track.

Store the Seeds

Storing seeds at the right temperature and humidity level is very important. 21-30% is the ideal humidity level, and the optimal temperature is between 43 to 47 degrees Fahrenheit. Changes in temperature or humidity may cause the seeds to degrade. The best method to store cannabis seeds is by keeping them in an airtight container and then placing them in a refrigerator. They can also be kept in a freezer for very long-term storage. Don’t forget to put a hygroscopic substance such as a desiccant into the container for moisture absorption.

Why Should I Start a Personal Seed Bank?

Creating a personal seed bank allows you to have a nice selection to pick from at any time. You can store the seeds and use them whenever you want, as correctly stored seeds remain viable for many years. If you have a diverse collection of seeds, you can even create your own unique hybrids with them.

Another benefit is saving money. You can save thousands of bucks by growing cannabis seeds at home rather than buying cannabis from a dispensary. And once you have a nice selection you can save even more money by making your own seeds at home.

Finally, cannabis laws are always changing. Although it is unlikely to happen, the day may come when it is impossible to buy cannabis seeds online or in a brick-and-mortar store. If you have your own stash, you’ll always have cannabis seeds on hand no matter what happens. 

Final Thoughts on How to Start a Personal Cannabis Seed Bank

Several seed banks sell in bulk and allow you to make a personal seed bank of your own. But when it comes to reliability, Greenpoint Seeds is the only way to go. We sell only authentic, American-bred cannabis seeds developed in-house by our expert breeders. Consider the points mentioned above and start building your own personal seed stash today.

If you have any questions regarding our products and services, you can always contact us.

Have you ever thought of starting a personal cannabis seed bank? If so, what are your plans? Do let us know in the comment section below.

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