Team

Charles is the driving force behind Precision Plants’ mission to establish British-bred hemp as the gold standard in science and compliance. A seasoned biotech leader, he brings over two decades of experience spanning medical research, life sciences, and agricultural innovation.

Proven Commercial Success: Co-founded Bud & Tender, one of the UK’s most respected and multi-award-winning CBD brands, renowned for its quality, transparency, and clinical endorsements.

Industry & Policy Influence: Serves as a Director at the UK Cannabis Industry Council and has held advisory roles with the APPG for CBD Products, bridging the gap between government agencies, regulators, and farming communities.

Strategic Vision: At Precision Plants, Charles leads with a focus on operational excellence and cross-sector collaboration, ensuring our ground-breaking varieties reach the field swiftly and safely. His leadership unites science, business, and advocacy to position the UK as a world leader in compliant, climate-resilient hemp.

Mark is the strategic engine behind Precision Plants’ innovations in British cannabis genetics. A serial entrepreneur and a true pioneer of Europe’s hemp and cannabis industries, he has a proven track record of launching successful, science-led ventures.

Market-Leading Innovation: Co-founded Bud & Tender, setting new benchmarks for product purity and scientific transparency. Previously launched Happy Hemp, an early market leader that established standards in lab testing and quality.

Holistic Sector Expertise: Mark’s hands-on experience extends from seed selection to final product. He shapes the company’s innovation pipeline and leads collaborative R&D partnerships, ensuring all projects are anchored in rigorous science and real-world grower needs.

Formidable Network: With a network spanning European growers, regulators, and trade groups, his strategic vision is instrumental in cementing Precision Plants as the trusted name for the next generation of British hemp.

A leading voice in the UK hemp landscape, Kyle fuses entrepreneurial drive with a passion for sustainable agriculture and genetic diversity.

Industry Leadership: As Chair of the SHA, Kyle champions Scotland’s hemp revival and leads the association's role in the landmark £5.9m CHCx3 research project.

Genetic Expertise: As the founder of Landrace Warden, he specialises in protecting and promoting genetically pure cannabis strains, providing deep technical insight for our breeding programs.

Strategic Value: Kyle’s guidance ensures our innovations are grounded in environmental responsibility, scientific best practice, and real-world socioeconomic impact.

Varin brings visionary leadership and a cross-disciplinary skillset, uniting digital media acumen with deep experience in the health food industry and hemp advocacy.

Advocacy & Network Building: As founder of the NIHA, Varin has established a transparent organisation that champions education, stakeholder collaboration, and sustainable business growth.

Commercial & Marketing Insight: His background as a seasoned digital media producer and health food entrepreneur empowers Precision Plants to stay ahead of industry and consumer trends.

Climate & Policy Focus: Through his work with projects like CHCx3, Varin champions data-driven policy and the practical integration of hemp into climate solutions.

Nathaniel is an influential leader and innovator whose expertise spans from pioneering cultivation practices to championing legislative reform across the UK and Europe.

Policy & Commercialisation: As Chair of the BHA, Nathaniel has been instrumental in driving policy change. His work on the CHCx3 project and his founding of Vitality Hemp exemplify his R&D and commercialisation ethos.

International Perspective: As Director of Operations at Augur Associates in Paris, he is developing the registration of European biogenic carbon credits for hemp materials, unlocking new value streams for the sector.

Holistic Vision: Nathaniel’s leadership in advocacy and innovation reinforces our mission to propel UK hemp to the forefront of climate, compliance, and industrial excellence.

Our partnership with the University of Hertfordshire is a cornerstone of our innovation journey, providing a true meeting of vision and expertise.

Proven Research Collaboration: Together, we have secured two major research grants, enabling our initial gene-editing breakthroughs and the successful validation of CRISPR/Cas9 technology in hemp.

World-Class Scientific Ecosystem: Our on-campus office and direct access to leading academic insights, laboratories, and technical facilities ensure our projects are delivered to the highest scientific standards.

As the UK’s oldest and most respected centre of crop research, Rothamsted Research provides unrivalled expertise in field trials and applied plant science.

Independent, Real-World Validation: Our collaboration allows us to trial our hemp varieties in Rothamsted’s industry-leading field plots, ensuring our breeding work is grounded in authentic British agronomic conditions.

State-of-the-Art Infrastructure: Access to Rothamsted’s advanced greenhouses, grow facilities, and laboratories bolsters every stage of our R&D pipeline, from experimental design to in-depth crop analysis.

We are proud to be backed by the UK’s premier government-supported innovation advisory service, providing expert, hands-on support for high-growth agri-tech companies.

Strategic & Commercial Guidance: Their specialists work closely with our leadership to refine commercial strategies, strengthen our business model, and navigate regulatory landscapes.

Accelerated Networking: This partnership opens the door to an extensive network of research institutions, commercial partners, and investors, sharpening our competitive edge and driving our growth.