The Genetic Exchange is back in town, Alberta! 🌱🤝
Bring your seeds & clones to trade with like-minded growers at Grow Up Alberta’s Genetic Exchange, presented by Pop Seeds Collective, Neptune of the North, 34th Street Seed Co., Big League Genetics, and ND Supplies.
The Genetic Exchange Event Details:
🗓️ Date: October 1, 2024
⌚ Time: 2:30 pm to 3:00 pm
📍 Location: Edmonton Convention Centre (Hall D)
🧬 Bring your seeds & clones to swap from home!
As per The 🍃 Act, guests over the age of 19 attending Grow Up Alberta are permitted to carry up to 30 grams of 🍃, or the equivalency in other product formats, and 4 vegetative plants. Expand your genetics and connect with the growing community!
All participants must have a VIP Delegate badge, 2-Day Industry Pass or One-Day Conference Pass in order to attend this event.
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Moderator: Nathan Mison
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Janine Wahl
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Keith Bao
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Di Spencer
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Moderator: Di Spencer
Moderator: Di Spencer
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Ian Scott
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