In vitro metabolism of tebuconazole, flurtamone, fenhexamid, metalaxyl‐M and spirodiclofen in Cannabis sativa L. (hemp) callus cultures

Abstract BACKGROUND: Cannabis sativa L. (hemp) is a medicinal plant producing various cannabinoids. Its consumption is legalized for medical use due to the alleged positive health effects of these cannabinoids. To satisfy the demand, C. sativa plants are propagated in contained growth chambers. During indoor propagation, pesticides usually are used to ensure efficient production. However, pesticide registration and safe application in C. sativa has not been investigated in detail. RESULTS: With this study the metabolic degradation of pesticides in recently