Farmer Freeman

Founded in Washington, D.C. in 2015, Farmer Freeman was established with the mission of supporting home growers in leveraging their legal right to cultivate and optimizing their efforts with clear, reliable information.

Farmer Freeman offers direct-to-consumer DNA testing for plants, utilizing state-of-the-art qPCR technologies. Their services help both commercial and home growers refine their cultivation practices to achieve maximum yields and efficiency. The company believes that access to dependable lab testing is a fundamental advantage for all cultivators.

The inception of Farmer Freeman occurred when Washington, D.C. legalized home grow. Jackson Farmer, the founder, who holds Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Biology from American University, identified a critical need within the market for growers of all sizes. Recognizing the significant value of lab testing in plant cultivation, he saw a particular importance for cannabis growers with limitations on the number of plants. The unexpected appearance of male plants can considerably reduce harvest yields and result in lower-quality, seeded buds, underscoring the need for accurate early identification.

Given that D.C.’s legalization focused solely on home cultivation without creating a regulated commercial sales system, home growing became essential, and access to trustworthy lab services was paramount. Jackson addressed the significant challenge of plant sex identification by developing a mail-in DNA test accessible to growers globally. This innovative solution enables cultivators to determine the sex of their cannabis plants at an early stage, thereby avoiding the wasted time and resources associated with nurturing male plants slated for removal.

Beyond providing advanced testing services, Farmer Freeman actively supports the legalization of home grow, the decriminalization of cannabis, and the just reintegration of individuals impacted by the war on drugs.

The company’s overarching goal is to contribute to a fair and just society where cannabis is treated as a standard good or service. Farmer Freeman is committed to delivering top-tier support and resources to the global community of growers.

Note from Paul:

I have had the pleasure of working alongside Jackson and the Farmer Freeman team since the company’s inception. From the beginning, their dedication to providing a trustworthy and reliable service to the home-grow community has been unwavering. We at D.C. Seed Exchange wholeheartedly endorse Farmer Freeman’s commitment to accuracy and their genuine desire to empower growers with the knowledge they need to succeed. Customers can trust that their testing services are of the highest quality and backed by a team that truly cares about their growing success.