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Cannabis Breeding with James Loud

Original price was: $1,299.00.Current price is: $899.00.

Cannabis Breeding with James Loud breaks down the art and science of breeding new cannabis cultivars. This course is great for both hobby breeders and commercial operators with everything they need to know to start or scale a breeding operation, including:

  • The evolution of cannabis genetics
  • Biology and basic concepts of DNA and plant breeding
  • How to breed for specific desirable traits
  • A thorough review of propagation methods
  • Detailed step-by-step instructions for breeding new cultivars from start to finish
  • How to design breeding environments for small-scale home gardeners and operators looking to scale
  • All the most critical information about cannabis cultivars as intellectual property

Who Should Enroll?

  • Commercial Cultivation Managers and Owners: Expand your production to include in-house breeding, which will allow you to create competitive new genetics that sell. Train your managers and staff to support this new endeavor. 
  • Hobby Growers: Learn the art and science of crafting your own cultivars at home!

 

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Cannabis Breeding with James Loud

This certification program is comprised of 7 courses: 

  1. Biology & Evolution
  2. Breeding Concepts & Strategies
  3. Cannabis Traits
  4. Propagation
  5. Creating Cultivars
  6. Facility Design & Setup
  7. Data Analytics and Intellectual Property

Also included in this program is a resource center that includes: 

  • A full glossary of terms with flashcards
  • Downloadable reference graphics
  • Phenohunting and focus group rubrics
  • Video libraries 
  • Access to Oaksterdam’s weekly Hort Lab
  • …and more!

Why Choose This Program?

Oaksterdam University is a leader in cannabis education, offering expert-designed training that addresses the specific needs of cannabis cultivation managers. James Loud is an award-winning breeder and chef, podcast host, and author with decades of experience breeding cannabis. Together, Oaksterdam and James Loud offer this first-of-its-kind interactive breeding course. 

Key Benefits:

  • Understand DNA and genetic inheritance: Learn how to select plants to breed that result in new cultivars with the traits you desire.
  • Expand your genetic library: Learn all about seeds, clones, and tissue culture, and how to grow and maintain a valuable cultivar library. 
  • Create unique cultivars: Learn how to blend flavors, target effects, and create plants adapted to your local climate.
  • Advance Your Career: Whether you're a dispensary manager, operations lead, or cultivation worker, this certification equips you with essential management skills to thrive in the cannabis sector.
Cannabis Breeding with James Loud
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Core Outcomes:

DNA and Cannabis Genetics

Understand basic breeding concepts and how plants pass down their traits.

Breeding Strategies

 Identify the best strategies to achieve your breeding goals.

How to Breed for Traits

Create cultivars that result in desired effects, colors, scents, shapes, and sizes.

Step by Step Breeding Process

Master the process of creating new cultivars from start to finish.

Facility Design & Setup

Learn to set up a space to breed at home or in a commercial setting.

Data Analytics and Intellectual Property

Know how to collect and analyze cultivar data and protect new plants.

When are live classes held?

This program includes seventeen online, self-paced course modules with corresponding live Zoom classes on Thursdays at 9:00 am Pacific/12:00pm Eastern.

Live Class Schedule
September 18 Biology & Evolution
September 25 Breeding Concepts & Strategies
October 2 Traits
October 9 Propagation
October 16 Creating Cultivars & Facility Design
October 23 Data Analytics & Intellectual Property
How long will I have access to the program materials?

Sign up for immediate access to all of the self-paced course materials and resources. Live class access will begin in September and conclude in October. All students will retain access to this program through Monday, December 15, 2025.

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Oaksterdam’s self-paced courses can be taken anywhere at any time. Our curriculum was developed by the industry’s leading experts and is regularly updated to consider new industry trends, laws, regulations, and technology. Find out why so many of the cannabis industry’s leaders started here.

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Shorter and more focused than a four-year degree program, Oaksterdam’s Certification Programs target occupational training that shows employers you’re prepared to do the job.  Trusted worldwide, we provide students multiple career paths and networking opportunities in the cannabis industry.

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