You're right that with both seeds and clones there's some level of trust involved — especially around whether you're really getting the genetics advertised. But I think it's important to acknowledge that the risks aren’t equal across the board.
With seeds from trusted breeders or banks, you're generally dealing with people who have a reputation to uphold. They often publish genetic lineage, have customer reviews, and in many cases, they’re actual companies — not just a person on IG or a forum. That makes it easier to verify their legitimacy, and there’s some form of accountability if things go wrong.
More importantly, seeds are biologically clean. They don't carry pests, pathogens, or things like HLVd, which is a huge concern these days. Once you've introduced something like that into your grow, it can be incredibly difficult to get rid of. That's not something you usually have to worry about with seeds.
With clones, even if the seller is “trusted,” you’re relying on a chain of trust that can’t be easily verified. It’s not just about the person selling it to you — it’s also about where they got the cut, how it's been maintained, and whether they’re taking proper quarantine and cleanliness precautions. Even if the genetics are great, that risk alone makes me cautious.
So while I agree there’s no 100% guarantee with either method, seeds — from a reputable source — generally come with less overall risk in terms of disease and seller accountability. That’s why I personally feel more comfortable going that route, especially when trying something new.
