Hop Latent Viroid refers to a virus that is detectable in Humulus lupus, as the name would imply (Hop). The adjective "latent" was added to the name of this particular viroid since it was originally thought that this particular viroid (an infectious structure consisting of nucleic acids impacting plant development) did not cause any illness symptoms.
Due to the rise of indoor production and vertical farming in the UK, research has indicated that HLVD Testing has developed in plant species other than hops. And it's because farmers are increasingly turning to imported cuttings as a means of accessing new phenotypes.
When compared to healthy plants, HPLVD Testing-affected plants are smaller and produce 30-50% less fruit, and their leaves are deformed. Plants infected with HLVD Testing have weaker stems, making detection during training in the vegetative stage more likely.
Cuttings taken from infected mother plants are just as likely to spread the virus as those obtained from healthy ones, according to the research. While pruning or thinning, sick plant sap can quickly spread to healthy plants via equipment. Plants have tested positive for the viroid during seed production as a result of the cross-breeding of HLVD Testing-affected genetic lines.
Before going on to a new plant, make sure all of your trimming shears and other implements have been properly sterilised to prevent the spread of disease.
When purchasing genetic imports, it is important to verify that the seeds have been HLVD Testing-tested.
Make sure to periodically clean and sterilise your grow tent.
If you fear that contaminated cuttings were purchased by accident. Bring them out of your greenhouse and kill the plants. NO SHARING PLEASE. Although bleach proved to be the most efficient treatment agent against HLVD Testing in trials, it is not advised that you use bleach in your hydroponics system. Verne Bioanalytics's RootRotXTM is a bleach-like sterilant that won't harm your plants in the slightest. Use RootRotXTM in your hydroponic system once every 7-10 days, and keep the walls and floor of your grow room clean for optimal results.