This week on the show, we welcome Michael Strupp to discuss his work pheno-hunting and cultivating some of the finest, award-winning cultivars in California. 

My personal goal this week was to investigate the source of this year's award-winning Dutch Treat cultivar, which captivated my imagination and evoked the nostalgic glory days of some of my first smokes, trim rooms, and grows. 

Michael and I explored his roots, cultivating the legendary Bubba Kush (U2 Mendo Cut), Mendo Purps, Grape Ape, and his early crosses, such as Maui OG. We shed light on his approach, "sifting for diamonds," in phenos of more modern cultivars like Viper Cookies. 

The long-awaited origin story of this legendary, award-winning cut of Dutch Treat is revealed: it has traveled across oceans and survived eras of cannabis history in the Emerald Triangle to come full circle and shine at the California Cannabis Awards on Saturday, July 18, at Cal Expo. 

Discover the Dutch Treat saga and stay for the good vibes from this legendary friend of Cannabis and keeper of the flame. 

Michael Strupp, a.k.a. Mendo Mikey Lion, was born and raised on the Mendocino Coast in the heart of the Emerald Triangle. He first started cultivating at the age of 15 and developed a love and passion for The Plant that has turned into a career in the cannabis industry.  Michael has primarily been cultivating indoors since 2006. He and his partner launched their Brand Woodwide in 2019. Known for his pheno hunting and breeding projects, Michael and Woodwide bring a unique plant-first focus to the California recreational market.