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Cultivation Classic is more than a competition—it's a movement rooted in science and sustainable cultivation. Founded in 2016 in Portland, Oregon, this organization rose to prominence as a forward-thinking cannabis competition co-produced by Willamette Week and powered by Smart Cannabis. The event emphasizes regenerative agriculture, pesticide-free cultivation, and cutting-edge lab analysis of terpenes and cannabinoids. Each year, growers submit entries that are judged via double-blind tasting with real-time lab data, showcasing the best cultivars through rigorous evaluation. Past ceremonies have drawn attention at Revolution Hall in Portland, recognizing multiple cultivar-category winners and advancing conversations around quality and sustainability in cannabis production.