Scientists report that they’ve identified 33 “significant markers” in the cannabis genome that “significantly influence cannabinoid production” — which they say is “a significant stride toward fully integrating cannabis into modern agricultural practices and genetic research, paving the way for future innovations.”“This approach promises to speed up the breeding process, reduce costs significantly compared to traditional methods, and ensure that the resulting Cannabis varieties are optimized for specific medical and recreational needs,” authors wrote.Authors said the research represents a shift away from years of cannabis prohibition that “have impeded the establishment of genetic resource collections and the development of advanced breeding practices, thus limiting both the genetic improvement and the understanding of cannabis traits.”

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