Hop Latent Viroid? (HLVd Dudding Disease)
HLVd is a contagious pathogen causing stunted growth, brittle stems, and reduced yields. Spreads through tools and clones.
Hop latent viroid? Stunted growth and low yields—see causes and analyze fast.
Common Causes
- Infected clones or mother plants
- Contaminated tools not sterilized
- Sap transfer during pruning
How to Tell Which One You Have
Stunted growth, brittle stems, smaller leaves, reduced trichomes, lower yields. Symptoms vary by strain.
FAQ
Can I cure it?
No cure. Infected plants must be removed. Tissue culture can clean genetics.
Test for it?
Yes, lab testing available. Test mothers and clones regularly.
Prevent?
Buy tested clones, sterilize tools with 10% bleach, quarantine new plants.