Interview with one of Dutch Passion’s outdoor cannabis seed breeders

Kier is an outdoor breeder from the north of the Netherlands with over 20 years of experience breeding/crossing cannabis genetics. He is one of the most experienced European outdoor cannabis breeders and has specialised in creating outdoor strains suitable for growing in the demanding Northern European climate. He has been involved in dozens of commercial cannabis seed projects, including at least 8 with Dutch Passion. Normally shy of publicity, Kier kindly accepted this interview request so he can share his experience and passion for outdoor growing.

Can you tell us a bit about yourself? Where are you from and how did you get into the cannabis world?

Kier: I come from one of the 3 northern-most Dutch provinces. Which one specifically is something I prefer to keep myself to myself. Old-school habits are hard to kick! Like most people, I got into cannabis through the grapevine.

How long have you been breeding cannabis varieties? How many strains did you create to date and what are the achievements you are most proud of?

Kier: You could easily say half my life has been spent on outdoor cannabis breeding. To say that I have made strains as a lone breeder is going a bit far. It is often a long-term collaboration with other seasoned specialists and genetic experts that creates a new cannabis strain. But I have been involved with dozens of different strains of which Dutch Passion currently offers at least 8.

What has your journey in the cannabis world looked like from your very first steps until today?

Kier: When first introduced to the world of cannabis, public opinion in the 80’s (mainly that of the government) was more a little more positive towards cannabis than it is today. It was easy to talk about and it was not viewed as a serious criminal activity. It has not become easier for us breeders. You always have to be careful not to attract attention as the hunt for cannabis has only intensified in recent years. A bad thing if you ask me. After all, the government with its lax policy has only created more crime than it has solved or 'fought' as they so beautifully call it. They should have embraced and legalized cannabis a long time ago, then associated ‘crime’ would have been almost non-existent.

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