Klonetics Plant Science

What Klonetics Plant Science does

Klonetics Plant Science Inc. is a Canadian licensed cannabis nursery, cultivator, and processor headquartered in Kelowna, British Columbia, operating from a 25,000 sq. ft. indoor facility dedicated to tissue culture, micropropagation, and cannabis cultivation. The company's core technology is in vitro plant tissue culture — sterile laboratory propagation of genetically identical, disease-free cannabis plants from small tissue samples — supplemented by meristem culture, RT-PCR-based Hop Latent Viroid (HLVd) testing integrated with a control gene to eliminate false negatives, and on-site biobanking for genetic storage. Klonetics serves licensed cannabis producers (LPs) across Canada and internationally, with a strategic partner facility in Portugal extending reach into the European Union and other international markets including Israel and Australia.

Klonetics monetizes across five streams: sale of tissue culture-derived clones and Ready-to-Flower (RTF) plants; multi-year custom contract growing for licensed producers; lab services (HLVd testing, meristem culture, genetic storage); genetic licensing of proprietary cultivars; and white-label propagation services. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. The go-to-market is enterprise B2B direct sales, supplemented by content marketing (cultivation blog, grow guides, newsletter), organic social, and the BC Direct Delivery Program for domestic distribution. The company holds proprietary cultivar IP (Animal Mints, White Hot Guava, Sherb Cream Pie, Mango Crush, Dream Catcher, Specimen X, Permanent Chimera, Ravens Revenge, Car Crash, Animal Tsunami, Oreo Mint Kush) and IMC GAP and GACP international certifications, supplemented by Canadian cultivation and processing licenses that enable vertical integration from tissue culture through to finished products.

Following the August 2023 partnership with Craft Nurseries Inc. (wholly-owned subsidiary of AgriCann Solutions Corp.) for exclusive bio-banking of additional proprietary genetics, and the attainment of vertical integration via cultivation and processing licenses in 2023, Klonetics was acquired by Segra International in May 2025. Segra is a global leader in cannabis tissue culture, genetics, and nursery innovation. Post-acquisition, Klonetics continues to operate as part of Segra with expanded nursery capacity, enhanced genetic offerings, and continued service to licensed cultivators in Canada and internationally. The company also maintains three R&D programs: cannabis tissue culture media optimization (with NRC-IRAP funding), genome sequencing and phenotypic mapping, and X/Y chromosome pollen sorting methods.

Name

Klonetics Plant Science

Legal name

Klonetics Plant Science Inc.

Website

https://klonetics.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Acquired

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Klonetics Plant Science is a Canadian licensed cannabis nursery and tissue culture specialist that produces disease-free cannabis clones, RTF plants, and genetic licensing services for licensed producers in Canada, the EU, and select international markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cannabis Tissue Culture Nursery

NAICS

Medicinal and Botanical Manufacturing (325411), Greenhouse, Nursery, and Floriculture Production (1114)

SIC

Medicinal Chemicals & Botanical Products (2833)

akta.pro primary industry

Medicinal Plant Farming (Botanical/Pharmaceutical Crops) (AFAGAGAE)

Keywords

• Cannabis tissue culture
• Cannabis micropropagation
• Genetic licensing
• Cannabis nursery services
• Plant propagation

Headquarters

HQ city

Kelowna

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Clones & Ready-to-Flower (RTF) Plants: Sale of tissue culture-derived disease-free cannabis clones and plants ready to flower to licensed producers, offering uniform genetics, pest resistance, and consistent yields.
2. Custom Contract Growing: Custom growing services for licensed producers under multi-year contracts. Klonetics grows premium craft cannabis using its genetic library, demonstrating commitment to quality plants from tissue to flower.
3. Tissue Culture & Lab Services: Provider of tissue culture propagation, meristem testing, HLVd testing, and genetic storage services to cannabis cultivators seeking clean plant material and diagnostic support.
4. Genetic Licensing: Licensing of proprietary cannabis genetics to licensed producers, granting rights to cultivate and sell plants derived from specific genetic strains with exclusive or non-exclusive access.
5. White Label Services: Propagation services where Klonetics produces cannabis plants under another brand or label for distribution.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Klonetics Plant Science is a licensed cannabis nursery, cultivator, and processor that produces disease-free, genetically stable cannabis clones and Ready-to-Flower plants through tissue culture and meristem micropropagation. The company sells these plants to licensed cannabis producers, offers custom contract growing services, licenses proprietary cannabis genetics, and provides ancillary lab services including HLVd RT-PCR testing and genetic storage. Operations span a 25,000 sq. ft. facility in Kelowna, BC and an EU facility in Portugal serving Canada, the EU, Israel, Australia, and other international markets.

Product overview

Klonetics Plant Science operates as a cannabis tissue culture nursery and licensed cultivator offering an integrated suite of products and services. The core portfolio spans tissue culture propagation (Standard TC, Meristem Tissue Culture), genetic testing and storage (HLVd Testing, Genetic Storage), and cultivation solutions (Custom Grow Solutions, Clones & RTF Plants, Genetic Licensing, White Label Services, International Services). The company maintains a proprietary cultivar catalog of branded strains and operates Direct Delivery services. Research activities include three R&D projects focused on tissue culture media optimization, genome sequencing, and pollen sorting methods.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Standard Tissue Culture Standard tissue culture propagation service producing disease-free, genetically identical cannabis clones through sterile laboratory environment for licensed producers.
• Meristem Tissue Culture Advanced meristem culture service using rapidly dividing cells from plant tips to produce disease-free, genetically stable propagules optimized for maximum yield.
• HLVd Testing Services RT-PCR based Hop Latent Viroid detection service providing accurate, reliable diagnostic results with control gene integration to eliminate false negatives.
• Genetic Storage Long-term preservation of cannabis genetics through on-site biobank with tissue culture technology, enabling secure storage and quick revival within 4-6 months.
• Custom Grow Solutions Tailored cannabis cultivation solutions for licensed producers, optimizing plant health, yields, and managing disease prevention with expert consulting.
• Clones & Ready-to-Flower (RTF) Plants Disease-free tissue culture cannabis clones and plants ready to flower, providing consistent genetics for commercial cultivation operations.
• Genetic Licensing Licensing program granting rights to cultivators to access and cultivate proprietary cannabis genetic strains with tissue-culture-derived clones.
• White Label Services Propagation services allowing licensed producers to brand and sell products using Klonetics' genetics under their own label.
• International Services Global distribution and support services enabling access to genetics and tissue culture products for international licensed cultivators.
• Direct Delivery BC Direct Delivery Program enabling access to BC craft producer marketplace with mixed SKUs from various vendors.
• Klonetics Cultivar Catalog Proprietary catalog of cannabis cultivars including Animal Mints, White Hot Guava, Sherb Cream Pie, Mango Crush, Dream Catcher, Specimen X, Permanent Chimera, Ravens Revenge, Car Crash, Animal Tsunami, and Oreo Mint Kush.

Quantifiable outcome

• Tissue culture micropropagation can increase the number of cannabis clones from a single cultivar by up to 5 times in one month compared to traditional methods.
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and core.

• Segra InternationalflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 20 May 2025Klonetics has been acquired by Segra International, a global leader in cannabis tissue culture, genetics, and nursery innovation. The acquisition expands nursery capacity, enhances genetic offerings, and continues to provide clean, true-to-type plants to cultivators in Canada and beyond. The partnership enables Klonetics to leverage Segra's global infrastructure while maintaining its brand and operations.
• Craft Nurseries Inc. (CNC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 August 2023Strategic partnership to jointly market and distribute exclusive cannabis genetics to licensed cultivators across Canada, Israel, the European Union, Australia, and other international territories. CNC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of AgriCann Solutions Corp., provides exclusive bio-banking of its proprietary high-potency, terpene-rich cultivars, while Klonetics scales commercial availability. Initial cultivars include Animal Mints, Sunset Cake, White Hot Guava, Comatose, and Death Bubba.
• Portugal Strategic Partner FacilitycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Strategic partner facility established in Portugal to broaden global reach and serve the European Union and broader global market with premium tissue-cultured clones, RTF plants, and legacy cultivars from the Klonetics EU Live Catalogue.
• National Research Council Canada (NRC)coreTechnology or IntegrationInstitutional R&D partner collaborating with Klonetics on the 3-year cannabis tissue culture media optimization project (R&D Project #1). NRC's National Research Council — IRAP program also provides funding to advance research and validate commercial viability of developed protocols for cannabis micropropagation and genetic transformation.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Aurora Cannabis: Canadian licensed producer with large-scale indoor cultivation facilities and medical cannabis programs in Europe — comparable as a potential customer and a broad incumbent in cannabis cultivation.
• Canopy Growth Corporation: Large Canadian licensed cannabis producer with multi-jurisdiction operations and downstream product portfolio — broad incumbent customer and competitor for Klonetics' tissue culture and custom grow services.
• Cronos Group: Canadian-licensed cannabis operator with global brands and cultivation/processing infrastructure — broad incumbent comparable across licensed cannabis value chain including potential tissue culture customer relationships.
• Tilray Brands: Global cannabis and CPG operator with significant Canadian cultivation footprint and international medical cannabis distribution — broad incumbent comparable on licensed cultivation and international market access.

Direct peers

• Phylos Bioscience: Cannabis genetics and breeding company using genomics and tissue culture to produce certified, disease-free cultivars — comparable to Klonetics' genetic licensing, cultivar catalog, and genome sequencing R&D track.
• Segra International: Global cannabis tissue culture, genetics, and nursery innovation leader; acquired Klonetics in May 2025 and is the most direct comparable in cannabis micropropagation, clean mother stock, and nursery capacity.
• Front Range Biosciences: Cannabis and hemp tissue culture propagation company offering disease-clean plantlets and genetic storage — directly comparable service portfolio to Klonetics' Standard TC, meristem culture, and HLVd testing offerings.
• AgriCann Solutions Corp: Parent of Craft Nurseries Inc., Klonetics' 2023 strategic partner; operates bio-banking of high-potency cannabis cultivars with exclusive distribution through Klonetics — a closely aligned cannabis genetics and nursery operator.

Emerging players

• Medicinal Genomics / PathogenDx: Provider of cannabis pathogen testing (HLVd, etc.) and qPCR/RT-PCR diagnostic platforms — direct competitor to Klonetics' RT-PCR HLVd testing service line.
• LeafWorks: Cannabis genetic verification, cultivar fingerprinting, and DNA-based authentication company — adjacent to Klonetics' genetic storage and testing services in the cannabis genetics value chain.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/KloneticsInc
• Facebookfacebook.com/klonetics
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/klonetics
• Instagraminstagram.com/kloneticsplantsciences

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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