Continue the Legacy: Hardy Nieto's Mark on Cannabis Breeding
Mon Sep 01 2025
Mourning the loss of one of our own, this episode of the Cannabis Breeders Network features an archived conversation with Hardy Nieto, founder of Cora Genetics. Hardy spent his life dedicated to the cannabis plant. He traveled the world collecting seeds and breeding; he developed a vast collection of both genetics and stories. You'll hear some of those stories on this podcast that I produced for Cannabis Breeders Network.
You can also listen to a conversation I had with Hardy in November 2022 on Potcast 236: Cannabis Breeding and Seed Selection. You'll hear stories of cultivar hunting around the world, preserving genetics, and the art of choosing the best seeds for your medicine and your terroir from a pioneer in cannabis breeding. Hardy shares things to consider before buying seeds online and his work to develop resilient and drought-resistant cannabis plants.
Our love, thoughts, and prayers go out to Hardy's wife. All sales of Cora Genetics' seeds go to her. Shop online at alpineseedgroup.com/cora-genetics.
As we reflect on Hardy's legacy, we know he would value receiving your feedback on his cultivars and knowing the genetics are being of good use. If you fondly remember Hardy or any experience with his genetics, please share! Email Help@alpineseedgroup.com.
TIME STAMPS:
00:00 – Introduction & Welcome
00:34 – Hardy’s Early Inspiration for Breeding
01:57 – The Demonization of Cannabis
03:17 – Prohibition, Genetics, and Lost History
04:41 – Traditional Breeding: Seeds, Clones, and Landraces
08:41 – Collecting Seeds: Stories from Southeast Asia
13:08 – Preserving Landrace Strains & Germplasm Libraries
15:49 – Breeding for Market: Medicinal, Recreational, and Industrial
21:36 – The Pink Line: Origins and Breeding Goals
30:53 – Hash, Resin, and Extraction Yields
34:56 – New Crosses From Trainwreck, Black African Magic, and More
39:17 – The Importance of Naming and Cannabis Heritage
45:20 – Sharing Genetics, IP, and the Future of Breeding
47:59 – Giving Credit and Preserving Lineage
51:59 – Closing Thoughts & Where to Find More
The Alpine Seed Group founders have experience from seed to sale, maintain extensive genetic libraries, and quietly collaborate with some of the world’s most respected Breeders. From pollination to genetic selection to pheno-hunting projects, our cannabis breeders’ network has cultivated some of the rarest cultivars of cannabis genetics. And we continue to hunt for the breeders handcrafting the cultivars that will inspire you to grow your own. Shop the seed selections here.
Connect with ASG on Social: @alpine.seedgroup
While you’re here, shop potcast affiliates and score Casually Baked discounts while supporting the show.
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Mourning the loss of one of our own, this episode of the Cannabis Breeders Network features an archived conversation with Hardy Nieto, founder of Cora Genetics. Hardy spent his life dedicated to the cannabis plant. He traveled the world collecting seeds and breeding; he developed a vast collection of both genetics and stories. You'll hear some of those stories on this podcast that I produced for Cannabis Breeders Network. You can also listen to a conversation I had with Hardy in November 2022 on Potcast 236: Cannabis Breeding and Seed Selection. You'll hear stories of cultivar hunting around the world, preserving genetics, and the art of choosing the best seeds for your medicine and your terroir from a pioneer in cannabis breeding. Hardy shares things to consider before buying seeds online and his work to develop resilient and drought-resistant cannabis plants. Our love, thoughts, and prayers go out to Hardy's wife. All sales of Cora Genetics' seeds go to her. Shop online at alpineseedgroup.com/cora-genetics. As we reflect on Hardy's legacy, we know he would value receiving your feedback on his cultivars and knowing the genetics are being of good use. If you fondly remember Hardy or any experience with his genetics, please share! Email Help@alpineseedgroup.com. TIME STAMPS: 00:00 – Introduction & Welcome 00:34 – Hardy’s Early Inspiration for Breeding 01:57 – The Demonization of Cannabis 03:17 – Prohibition, Genetics, and Lost History 04:41 – Traditional Breeding: Seeds, Clones, and Landraces 08:41 – Collecting Seeds: Stories from Southeast Asia 13:08 – Preserving Landrace Strains & Germplasm Libraries 15:49 – Breeding for Market: Medicinal, Recreational, and Industrial 21:36 – The Pink Line: Origins and Breeding Goals 30:53 – Hash, Resin, and Extraction Yields 34:56 – New Crosses From Trainwreck, Black African Magic, and More 39:17 – The Importance of Naming and Cannabis Heritage 45:20 – Sharing Genetics, IP, and the Future of Breeding 47:59 – Giving Credit and Preserving Lineage 51:59 – Closing Thoughts & Where to Find More The Alpine Seed Group founders have experience from seed to sale, maintain extensive genetic libraries, and quietly collaborate with some of the world’s most respected Breeders. From pollination to genetic selection to pheno-hunting projects, our cannabis breeders’ network has cultivated some of the rarest cultivars of cannabis genetics. And we continue to hunt for the breeders handcrafting the cultivars that will inspire you to grow your own. Shop the seed selections here. Connect with ASG on Social: @alpine.seedgroup While you’re here, shop potcast affiliates and score Casually Baked discounts while supporting the show. MJ Relief is Ph.D. formulated for what aches and pains you WITHOUT THC. Always save 10% using promo code: casuallybaked --> Purchase here.From the reproductive years through menopause, the Green Women's Guide is for any woman seeking the most up-to-date science-based information on how to - or not to - incorporate Cannabis into her life. Save 25% on the course using promo code CASUALLYBAKEDLooking For High-Quality Cannabis-Delivery in the Bay Area? Try getsava.com + use promo code CASUALLYBAKED to SAVE $40 off your first order.If you do not live in a cannabis-legal state, find hemp-derived THCV aka "Skinny Weed" at TejasHemp.com 🌱 Save 15% using code CB15 at checkout 🌱 TEJAS TONIC drinkable now available!Elevate Your Garden's Soil Health + Organic Pest Defense with SLOWDIRT soil amendment 🌱 Save 15% using code CB15 at checkout 🌱 slowdirt.comSAVE 20% on Dr. Fossum’s Pet Care for cats, dogs, & horses using promo code: CasuallyBaked20 ✨Shop More Potcast partner brands on casuallybaked.com and receive discounts on products like Aspen Green CBD where you save 20% using promo code CB20.For that crunchy cough, try the platinum cured silicone MouthPeace & MouthPeace Mini for germ free smoking and Activated Carbon MouthPeace Filters for cleaner, better-tasting hits. Try code casuallybaked at checkout for 15% off any Moose Labs product.Subscribe to Casually Baked on YouTube and catch the potcast videos when available.Connect on Social: @casuallybaked