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When your cannabis crop is experiencing an active pathogen outbreak, it’s important to act fast. Contact TUMI Genomics to learn more!

Testing your cannabis crop for pathogens is essential, and it can be done on-site or off-site. Contact TUMI Genomics to learn more!

Hop latent viroid (HLVd) is one of the most damaging and widespread pathogens currently threatening cannabis cultivation. Contact TUMI Genomics to learn more!

Most cannabis growers take a great deal of pride in their crops, fussing over even the smallest details. The thing is, sometimes the details are just too small. Cannabis pathogens, for instance, are notoriously difficult to detect, and they spread incredibly fast. Miss the signs of an infection and you’re…

Pathogen outbreaks devastate cannabis crops and cut into your bottom line. Learn how to create a disease-proof cultivation facility and get quality pathogen testing from TUMI Genomics.

Testing cannabis seeds for pathogens helps growers start with the strongest foundation. From verifying mother plant health to leveraging statistical sampling, follow these best practices to ensure clean seeds—and a profitable harvest.

Testing cannabis seeds for pathogens helps growers start with the strongest foundation. From verifying mother plant health to leveraging statistical sampling, follow these best practices to ensure clean seeds—and a profitable harvest.

Outdoor cannabis growers face hidden threats when planting untested seeds—pathogens that reduce germination, weaken plants, and spread disease across fields. Here are five key risks every grower should know.

Cannabis seeds may look healthy, but they can carry hidden threats—viruses, viroids, fungi, and bacteria—that jeopardize plant health, yield, and profitability. But with so many potential threats, which pathogens should growers prioritize? Here’s the most critical seed-borne pathogens, their risks, and why targeted testing matters.

Learn how outdoor growers benefit from routine screening, the hidden costs of untreated infections, and how a structured testing program can lead to healthier, more resilient crops.

Discover why environmental pathogen screening is crucial for cannabis cultivation. Learn how the TUMI360 environmental assessment can prevent outbreaks, boost yields, and ensure a pathogen-free cannabis facility.

Purple City Genetics and TUMI Genomics have announced a strategic alliance to transition OnSight™ Pathogen Testing Services to the TUMIGlow™ platform. This partnership leverages both companies' expertise to optimize cultivation practices and provide superior, on-site testing solutions.

Explore how validation impacts the reliability of on-site vs. lab-based cannabis pathogen testing and what it means for your crops.

Here’re 4 key factors cultivators should evaluate when choosing reliable pathogen testing services, ensuring accurate results and safeguarding their crops.

Understanding pathogen testing reliability is key for cannabis cultivators. This guide breaks down validation documents to help growers choose tests that protect crops and prevent costly pest and disease issues.

Explore the financial impact of three different approaches to pathogen testing and how each option influences the success and reputation of your cultivation business.

Explore the key factors growers should consider when selecting a testing service and the direct impact these decisions can have on cultivation success

Watch for these 4 red flags when evaluating research studies so your cultivation practices are guided by valid scientific methods.

Testing methods for Hop latent viroid (HLVd) in cannabis plants can be controversial, but research by TUMI Genomics and other industry professionals have identified root tissue as the most reliable source for detection.

Recognize the ideal conditions, possible entry points, and methods of transmission for a Fusarium infection to spread through a cannabis facility.

Explore treatments for Fusarium infections that have been scientifically shown to treat and manage infections in cannabis plants.

Fusarium spp. threatens cannabis cultivation, but testing solutions from TUMI Genomics can help safeguard crop health and yield.

Understand the symptoms of Fusarium infections in cannabis plants and the impact on plant growth and quality.

Discover how Fusarium, a soil-borne fungus, harms cannabis plants by causing wilt disease and learn about mitigation methods.

Pythium spp. threatens cannabis cultivation, but testing solutions from TUMI Genomics can help safeguard crop health and yield.

Here are the features our scientists prefer when comparing pathogen detection devices for healthier yields and robust crop protection

Explore Pythium treatments that have been scientifically shown to treat and manage infections in cannabis plants.

Understand the symptoms of Pythium infections in cannabis plants and the impact on plant growth and quality, and operation economics.

Yes! Learn how Pythium, the pathogen responsible for root rot, can be transmitted through your cannabis facility.

Risk mitigation extends beyond financial concerns. We detail how pathogen testing can mitigate risks for crop health, supply chain security, and product reputation.

Discover how Pythium, a water mold, harms cannabis plants by causing root rot and affects the cannabis industry.

Explore the differences between on-site and in-lab pathogen testing methods to detect HLVd and choose the best approach for safeguarding your cannabis crops.

Raed about current cannabis testing methods for hop latent viroid detection.

Recognizing the symptoms of HLVd is crucial for growers to effectively combat its impact. Read about the top 5 key indicators of HLVd infection.

How does the level of infection impact the final product? This study measures the harvest yield and quality of cannabis plants infected with HLVd.

How many ways can Hop latent viroid be transmitted between cannabis plants? The answer might surprise you.

Basics about Hop latent viroid’s impact on plant quality, economic returns, and the critical role of cannabis testing in safeguarding the industry against this pathogen. Hop Latent Viroid (HLVd), also referred to as HLV or HpLVd, is a microscopic molecular parasite that infects plants, casually known as 'dudding disease’ (1,2).…

We break down the basics of Hop Latent Viroid. The origin, and how to recognize and prevent Hop Latent Viroid in cannabis plants.