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Expert Urges Transparency in Costly Cannabis Genetic Testing

6/14/2025

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Dr. Anna Schwabe, a leading expert in cannabis genetics, sheds light on the expensive and rare world of cannabis genotyping, with costs soaring between $300 and $6,000. While she underscores the critical role of genetic data in safeguarding intellectual property, she champions consumer choice and transparency over mandatory testing, urging a more open approach to cannabis genetics.

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Story summary

Dr. Anna Schwabe, a leading expert in cannabis genetics, sheds light on the expensive and rare world of cannabis genotyping, with costs soaring between $300 and $6,000. While she underscores the critical role of genetic data in safeguarding intellectual property, she champions consumer choice and transparency over mandatory testing, urging a more open approach to cannabis genetics.