The $4 Million Problem: Hop Latent Viroid's Impact on Cannabis Cultivation ft. Dr. Tassa Saldi

The economic impact of Hop Latent Viroid on cannabis cultivation remains a significant concern, costing the industry millions annually. In our latest episode, we dive into proactive measures to combat this threat with Dr. Tassa Saldi. Affecting ~80% of cultivators, Dr. Saldi sheds light on the necessity of proactively testing. While some may question the need for proactive testing, likening it to insurance, the truth is stark: overlooking this crucial step could result in catastrophic consequences for your crops and business. Join us as we explore: • The nuances of Hop Latent Viroid • Strategies for proactive testing • Assessing the value of a mother plant • Identifying other pathogens demanding attention in cannabis cultivation 00:00  Exciting Guest Appearance by Dr. Tassa Saldi at The Dime Podcast 00:07  Exploring RNA Biology and Viral Surveillance with Dr. Tassa Saldi 03:37  The Devastating Economic Impact of Hop Latent Viroid on the Cannabis Industry 06:47  Understanding the Costly Impact of Plant Hop Latent Viroid in the Cannabis Industry 12:19  Revolutionizing Plant Pathogen Prevention: A Proactive Approach 18:17  Challenges and Strategies in Developing User-Friendly Scientific Technology for the Cannabis Industry 24:53  Navigating Challenges and Excitement in Cannabis Industry Beta Testing 29:18  Innovative Solutions for Mitigating Hop Latent Viroid Virus in Cannabis Plants 32:21  Protecting Cannabis Plants: Strategies Against Pathogens and Viruses 36:43  The Importance of Testing in Horticulture Consulting for Growers 40:50  Navigating Crop Issues and Cultivation Strategies: Expert Advice for Growers 44:31  Revolutionizing Cannabis Genomics in the Next 5 Years 48:02  Contact Information Guest Links: https://tumigenomics.myshopify.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/tassa-saldi-phd-03174a179/ https://twitter.com/tumigenomics https://www.instagram.com/tumigenomics/ Follow us: Our Links. At Eighth Revolution (8th Rev), we provide services from capital to cannabinoid and everything in between in the cannabinoid industry. 8th Revolution Cannabinoid Playbook is an Industry-leading report covering the entire cannabis supply chain The Dime is a top 5% most shared global podcast The Dime is a top 50 Cannabis Podcast Sign up for our playbook here: https://www.8threv.com/monthly-report/ 🎥 YouTube: The Dime 📸 Instagram: The Dime Twitter : https://twitter.com/TheDime\_8th https://twitter.com/bryanfields24 https://twitter.com/kellan\_Finney