POLICE uncovered 26 mature cannabis plants at a Benalla address with a man to be questioned.

A Victoria Police spokesperson said Benalla officers executed a search warrant of the Sydney Road property on 14 April.

“During the search, police located approximately 26 mature cannabis plants, with a total weight exceeding 54 kilograms, classified as a commercial quantity,” they said.

The spokesperson said a 36-year-old man was expected to be interviewed and charged with cultivating, trafficking and possessing cannabis.

“Police are committed to disrupting illegal drug activity to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our community,” they said.

Anyone with information about drug cultivation or trafficking was urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.