HLVd and Viroids Detection

Advanced detection of Hop Latent Viroid (HLVd) and other viroids in cannabis and hemp plants. Prevent crop loss and maintain plant health with early detection.

Viroid Testing Services

  • HLVd (Hop Latent Viroid) detection
  • Quantification and viral load assessment
  • Multiple viroid screening panel
  • Plant tissue analysis
  • High sensitivity molecular testing

About HLVd

  • Devastating pathogen for cannabis and hop crops
  • Causes stunting and reduced yields
  • Spreads through contaminated tools and propagation
  • No cure once plant is infected
  • Prevention through clean propagation materials essential

Symptoms and Detection

  • Plant stunting and reduced growth
  • Leaf mottling and discoloration
  • Distorted leaf morphology
  • Early detection through molecular testing
  • RT-PCR technology for accurate diagnosis

Sample Types

  • Fresh leaf tissue
  • Petioles
  • Plant cuttings
  • Mother plant material
  • Clone samples for verification

Prevention and Management

  • Test propagation materials before planting
  • Maintain clean cultivation environments
  • Sanitize tools between plants
  • Remove infected plants immediately
  • Regular monitoring of crop health

Testing Standards

  • ISO/IEC 17025 accrediteded
  • RT-PCR technology
  • Quantitative analysis capability
  • Rapid turnaround results
  • Accurate and reliable detection