The Seed That Sprouted a Revolution: Remembering Sam the Skunkman

[User2]

So ChaseH, everything is bullshit? I’m just a dumb fuck who grows weed, no idea about any of this stuff. I know the cats dead, does any of it matter? I remember being at a wake for a guy, I whispered to a friend, I hear they think he killed so and so. My friend said that’s a terrible thing to say, I replied “, he’s dead”. My point, he’s dead. Fighting with a dead person is easy, because they are dead.

There are a lot of creeps involved that are not dead. A lot. But the good news is, we outnumber them. We just have to wise up to their plan.

 

[Zzzax]

There might be a tinge of revolution if we contrast the USA to some European countries ( back in the Daze) when it came to the tolerance of cannabis breeding.
The true revolution is every toker that ever toked keeping the momentum going if you ask me.

 

[goldenhorizon]

It's a short read if you skip over the fanboys and cheerleaders waving pompoms.

Incomplete as well. There is an lot more creeps beyond skunkman that haven't even been touched on. Actually the rats analogy is fitting. For the readers out there here is another small chunk of the bigger picture. There is a THCfarmer ad on page 3, but the good stuff is on page 28. The story goes on. https://issuu.com/drherbalist/docs/treating_yourself__issue_19_

Because of posting here, your link suddenly no longer works. Here are the relevant pages.

Icewars!

 

[Backwoods70]

The cannabis world is in mourning. David Watson, the enigmatic figure better known as "Sam the Skunkman," has passed away, leaving behind a legacy that has irrevocably shaped the modern marijuana landscape. While details surrounding his death remain private, the outpouring of grief and respect from breeders, cultivators, and cannabis enthusiasts worldwide speaks volumes about the profound impact this often-reclusive man had on the plant and its culture.

For those unfamiliar with the name, Sam the Skunkman might sound like a character from a comic book. But within the cannabis community, he was a titan, a pioneer, and a legend. He was the architect behind Skunk #1, a strain so foundational, so influential, that it's considered the cornerstone of countless modern hybrids and the genetic backbone of today's multi-billion dollar cannabis industry.

Born in Santa Cruz, California, in the 1950s, David Watson's journey into the world of cannabis began in the fertile ground of the 1970s counterculture. He was part of the legendary Sacred Seeds collective, a group of Californian breeders who were meticulously working to stabilize and refine landrace cannabis varieties. In a time of prohibition and underground cultivation, their work was not only groundbreaking but also risky.

It was within Sacred Seeds that Skunk #1 was born. Through years of careful selection and breeding, Watson and his collaborators crafted a remarkably stable and potent strain by crossing Afghani indica, Acapulco Gold sativa, and Colombian sativa genetics. Skunk #1 was a revelation. It offered a unique combination of vigor, resin production, relatively short flowering time, and a distinctive, pungent aroma – the "skunk" that would become its namesake.

This strain was more than just potent weed; it was a breeder's dream. Its stability and predictable traits made it an ideal building block for creating new varieties. Skunk #1 became the genetic Rosetta Stone for cannabis breeding, allowing enthusiasts and professionals alike to understand and manipulate cannabis genetics in unprecedented ways.

In the mid-1980s, facing increased legal pressure in the US, Watson made the pivotal decision to bring his genetics to the Netherlands, then a haven for cannabis cultivation and seed banks. He co-founded the Seeds Bank, which later became Sensi Seeds, one of the most renowned seed companies in the world. This move was crucial. It allowed Skunk #1 and other foundational strains to flourish, to be preserved, and to be disseminated globally, fueling the growth of the Dutch cannabis seed industry and, eventually, the global cannabis movement.

While Sam the Skunkman became a figure of immense influence, he remained largely out of the spotlight. He was known for his dedication to the plant, his deep knowledge of cannabis genetics, and his unwavering belief in its potential. He wasn't interested in fame or fortune, but rather in the plant itself and its ability to offer relief and enjoyment to people.

His impact is undeniable. Walk into any dispensary today, and you'll find countless strains that trace their lineage back to Skunk #1. From the fruity and floral to the earthy and diesel, the genetic fingerprints of Sam the Skunkman's creation are woven into the fabric of modern cannabis. He didn't just create a strain; he provided the genetic tools that breeders around the world have used to craft the diverse and sophisticated cannabis market we know today.

The passing of David Watson, Sam the Skunkman, marks the end of an era. He was a quiet revolutionary, a master breeder who, through his passion and dedication, helped to unlock the vast potential of the cannabis plant. While he may be gone, his legacy lives on in every seed that sprouts from Skunk #1 genetics, in every strain that offers a familiar skunky aroma, and in the thriving global cannabis culture that he helped to cultivate.

The cannabis world owes a debt of gratitude to Sam the Skunkman. He wasn't just growing plants; he was cultivating a revolution, one seed at a time. His memory will be honored every time someone enjoys the nuanced flavors and effects of a strain that owes its existence, in part, to the groundbreaking work of David Watson, the man who became a legend simply known as Sam the Skunkman. Rest in peace.

Man it's Really to bad that they basically bred that Nostalgic, Dead Skunk smell out, due to prohibition and having a difficult time concealing grows. The last time I had any TRUE Skunk, was around 1985 ( 15yrs old at the time ) and my buddy had some from his uncle that lived in Portland Oregon. Man smelled exactly like a dead skunk & The taste/ flavor is something to be missed. Its to bad they didn't preserve the ORIGINAL! Doubt we'll ever see another true Skunk like the original. Especially now, that the " Skunk Man " passed

 

[goldenhorizon]

Man it's Really to bad that they basically bred that Nostalgic, Dead Skunk smell out, due to prohibition and having a difficult time concealing grows. The last time I had any TRUE Skunk, was around 1985 ( 15yrs old at the time ) and my buddy had some from his uncle that lived in Portland Oregon. Man smelled exactly like a dead skunk & The taste/ flavor is something to be missed. Its to bad they didn't preserve the ORIGINAL! Doubt we'll ever see another true Skunk like the original. Especially now, that the " Skunk Man " passed

What was called skunk back then had nothing to do with the undercover dea agent known as skunk man. You need to read the last few pages before you shed tears for a pos.

 

[Zzzax]

What was called skunk back then had nothing to do with the undercover dea agent known as skunk man. You need to read the last few pages before you shed tears for a pos.

Dead Horse Topic I dare say.
Go in Peace not in pieces unless they are Reese's Pieces --Paul .. yeah.

 

[MakeMe]

I loved how he remained low key and always off camera when interviewed. He wasn't looking for recognition yet got it his whole life. A true pioneer for the culture.

And he was so knowledgeable about every aspect of the plant. Cannabis was his life.

 

[MakeMe]

We all know the trope: Caucasian Pharmaceutical goons in pith hats get taken to the magic medicine tree in the rainforest by the tribal medicine man, where they steal the medicine tree, kill the medicine man, enslave the tribe, pseudo analyze and separate the magic medicine tree into 1000 different useless unnatural products that do nothing individually to cure ailments.


Skunkman was wearing the pith hat. That was his role. He was a fake, a phonie, a fraud. He knew absolutely nothing about the plant other than what he observed from others. And he lied about all of that. "Terpenes" bullshit came from GA pharma. Weed has never been characterized by terpenes, in smell taste or effects, until those pieces of shit came selling the useless thca vape with lemon peel scent.

Sam was very knowledgeable about every aspect of the plant. If you listen to him speak on Hash Church you couldn't deny it .Cannabis was his life.

 

[MakeMe]

Not sure what you mean by this there are multiple people in this thread with skunk #1 seeds in their possession currently, or are you referring to specific strains other than that?

You wouldn't like them. Sam didn't like the load high and bred that out of what people call roadkill. Would you like smoking something that smells like a skunk and gets you loaded?

 

[MakeMe]

I get what you're saying but information is important.. if it is true.. perhaps that's why Neville wasn't too fond of him and never mentioned him in any of the breeding lineage. I do find it suspicious to get busted and then leave the country and the government allows you to keep doing business

Nevil never mentioned him along with others he ripped off because he wanted to get the credit for "crossing" the cultivars they bred. Notice how all of the seeds in Nevil's first catalogs were bred by Sam? Then Nevil crossed them and gave them new names just like everyone else in the seed business in Holland.

 

[MakeMe]

Man it's Really to bad that they basically bred that Nostalgic, Dead Skunk smell out, due to prohibition and having a difficult time concealing grows. The last time I had any TRUE Skunk, was around 1985 ( 15yrs old at the time ) and my buddy had some from his uncle that lived in Portland Oregon. Man smelled exactly like a dead skunk & The taste/ flavor is something to be missed. Its to bad they didn't preserve the ORIGINAL! Doubt we'll ever see another true Skunk like the original. Especially now, that the " Skunk Man " passed

Couch-lock high, smells like dead skunk. Who wouldn't want to smoke it?

 

[ForestSpirit]

I'm not sure if the word "skunk" is correctly interpreted. It was definitely a cool guy, and I enjoyed reading the article. I think nothing is lost. I mean, as long as there are fans, anything is possible.

 

[MakeMe]

What was called skunk back then had nothing to do with the undercover dea agent known as skunk man. You need to read the last few pages before you shed tears for a pos.

read the last few pages of a totally BS article that isn't based in reality? What a bunch on malignant nonsense this article and the person who wrote it is. Both a waste of time.

 

[MakeMe]

I get what you're saying but information is important.. if it is true.. perhaps that's why Neville wasn't too fond of him and never mentioned him in any of the breeding lineage. I do find it suspicious to get busted and then leave the country and the government allows you to keep doing business

That isn't what happened but there are several people collecting the truth for articles, books and dissertations so the truth will come out and all of the crap based on rumour, lies and speculation will be disproved and you'll see who the real bad guys are. There are many people who knew Sam and worked with him who know what really happened.

 

[MakeMe]

Let's see if any of you can add some of this up on your own. Heavy research into sterile plants or plants with no THC.? Or research to make plants harder to clone? That's a job for a hero. "Its hope, not dope" heeeehhh??? Let's help Jimmie out.

4) Gw Pharmasoticals + HortaPharm = Monsanto?

Gw Pharmaceuticals + HortaPharm = Monsanto? The truth about the cannabis industry here on our blog. Do not miss !

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The following is from the link above, think about it:


"Impact on cannabis biodiversity: The controversy surrounding Monsanto's Terminator technology

“Monsanto’s Terminator technology is being applied to cannabis by (David Watson) at Hortapharm in the Netherlands. »

Terminator seeds are genetically modified to produce a plant that will not produce viable seeds, meaning growers would be forced to return to Monsanto every year to purchase more seed stock for replanting. Governments and the public became wary of this concept when it was discovered that the terminator seed could possibly cross the species barrier, thereby spreading infertility within the plant kingdom like a virus or disease."

Aka Mississippi schwag.

LOL...where do you get this nonsense? You've been brainwashed. Maybe you can track these accusations back to the person who made it up?

 

[GNick55]

LOL...where do you get this nonsense? You've been brainwashed. Maybe you can track these accusations back to the person who made it up?

geezus buddy your a mess

 

[GNick55]

I'm not sure if the word "skunk" is correctly interpreted. It was definitely a cool guy, and I enjoyed reading the article. I think nothing is lost. I mean, as long as there are fans, anything is possible.

that name needs to go away and be forgotten about,. total BS

 

[GNick55]

That isn't what happened but there are several people collecting the truth for articles, books and dissertations so the truth will come out and all of the crap based on rumour, lies and speculation will be disproved and you'll see who the real bad guys are. There are many people who knew Sam and worked with him who know what really happened.

you need to stop spreading lies about this

 

[GNick55]

Man it's Really to bad that they basically bred that Nostalgic, Dead Skunk smell out, due to prohibition and having a difficult time concealing grows. The last time I had any TRUE Skunk, was around 1985 ( 15yrs old at the time ) and my buddy had some from his uncle that lived in Portland Oregon. Man smelled exactly like a dead skunk & The taste/ flavor is something to be missed. Its to bad they didn't preserve the ORIGINAL! Doubt we'll ever see another true Skunk like the original. Especially now, that the " Skunk Man " passed

if you believe that than you need help

 

[GNick55]

And he was so knowledgeable about every aspect of the plant. Cannabis was his life.

hahahahahaha
anymore lies????