+ + + Cannabis Breeding Named Audience Favorite at IPM ESSEN

With this choice, visitors have sent a clear signal regarding the trend towards self-sufficiency and new target groups in home gardening.

Compact and Beginner-Friendly

The winning plant, "BCN Critical XXL Autoflower," submitted in the Bedding and Balcony Plants (Summer) category, impressed with its straightforward concept. According to the breeder, it is a particularly compact and easy-to-grow green cannabis strain.

The project specifically targets:

• Hobby Gardeners and Self-Sufficiency: The variety is tailored to the needs of beginners.
• Ease of Use: Its "autoflower" characteristic makes it particularly low-maintenance and attractive for cultivation on balconies or terraces.

About Seedstockers / KK Farming

The winning partnership combines international breeding expertise with agricultural proficiency. Seedstockers is a renowned seed bank specialized in selecting high-quality genetics to make them accessible to a wide range of hobby gardeners. Partner KK Farming complements this profile with extensive experience in large-scale cultivation and production. A key focus of the company is the development of "autoflowering" varieties, which bloom independently of the light cycle, significantly simplifying cultivation for urban consumers.

A Reflection of Current Market Trends

The fact that a cannabis variety won the Audience Award highlights the dynamic nature of the industry. While the expert jury of the Novelties Show often awards botanical rarities or technical breeding advancements, the Audience Award directly reflects the topics currently moving consumers and the trade.

Once again, the Central Horticultural Association (ZVG) and Messe Essen invited visitors of the International Plant Fair (IPM ESSEN) to voice their opinions and vote for their favorite among the plant novelties. From a competitive field of 42 entries submitted by 27 exhibitors, visitors were able to choose their top pick throughout the fair.