Interview with Weedydi Bobbidi Boo

Some conversations don’t feel like interviews. They feel like the kind of catch-ups that happen once the hard work is done, when everyone already knows the context and the shared history doesn’t need explaining. That was very much the case when sitting down with Val and Mae from Weedydi Bobbidi Boo after their latest results at the Autoflower World Cup.

There was no long pause between celebrating and planning. As Val put it early on, “Yeah, yeah… we already started to select what we are going to enter in the competition.” That sentence alone says a lot. For them, selection never really stops. It’s something that runs quietly in the background, even while jars are still being passed around.

Mae laughed and gave that process a name: “We have what we call the Gran Gelato Show.” It’s not a finished plan, more a working direction. Gelato-leaning genetics they enjoy growing, testing, and comparing. Val was quick to add that nothing is locked in yet. “We’re still selecting… we got an idea, but we won’t tell you everything.”

When the conversation turned to their most recent entries, Silvia reminded listeners that anyone wanting to see the exact placements for Mango Runtz and Iced ’n’ Baked can always check the official results on the Autoflower World Cup website. The details matter, but what mattered more here was how Val and Mae talked about those plants.

Asked whether they had a favorite, Val answered honestly: “The two were our favorites, I think.” Mango Runtz was the one they felt confident about early on. “We had a very strong feeling about the Mango Runtz… and as we’ve seen, she won. Amazing.” But Mae added something just as important: “Iced ’n’ Baked was our first choice.” The podium result and the personal favorite didn’t fully align, and they were comfortable saying that out loud.

That kind of honesty carries into how they talk about cultivation. Their approach isn’t built on chasing shortcuts or forcing results. Improvement, for them, comes from adjustment and repetition. “We’re always doing trial and error,” Val said. “We progressed from last year, but we still have a lot of room to improve.”

Lighting is one of the areas they’re actively reviewing, including a possible shift from LED to HPS. Nutrients were another major change. “For last year, we changed everything,” Val explained. “New nutrients, first time using them.” They chose Atami vegan fertilizers, and the way they describe using them says more than the brand name itself. “You don’t need to feed a lot,” Val said. “Don’t use the full recommendation.” Mae summed it up perfectly: “Autoflowers grow well by themselves. They just need your attention.”

That same restraint applies to plant health. Organic-style growing brings challenges, especially with pests, and they don’t pretend otherwise. “You don’t have a lot of choice,” Val said. “You can’t just spray everything.” The solution is simple and repetitive: clean constantly, observe daily, and avoid harming the plant. “The best way to get rid of pests is cleaning,” Mae added.

When asked why they returned to Mephisto Genetics, the answers were straightforward. “The taste,” Val said. “So many flavors. Always strong.” Mae pointed to something competition growers value deeply: “The plants are always similar.” That consistency across runs is what allows growers to focus on refining technique rather than guessing how a plant will behave.

As the conversation wrapped up, there was no big declaration about winning or proving anything. Instead, there was a sense of continuity. Mae mentioned that after learning through the process, she could now imagine entering the competition herself one day. It’s a small comment, but it reflects something bigger: confidence built through shared experience.

That’s what moments like this capture best. Not just results, but the process behind them. For Weedydi Bobbidi Boo, the wins matter. But listening to Val and Mae talk, it’s clear that what really keeps them moving is the work itself, the genetics they trust, and a community that understands exactly why those details make all the difference.

As the conversation with Weedydi Bobbidi Boo wraps up, what stands out most is not just the result with Mango Runtz by Mephisto Genetics at the Autoflower World Cup in Barcelona, but the mindset behind it. The wins are part of the story, but so is the process: careful selection, constant adjustment, and a clear respect for autoflower genetics.

Looking ahead, the Cup itself is also moving forward. In June 2026, the Autoflower World Cup will take place in Berlin during Mary Jane, opening a new chapter for the competition. The rules for the next edition are still taking shape, but the message to the community is simple: stay close. Details will drop sooner than expected, and if the energy around this year’s conversations is any indication, the next edition will be one to watch.