This episode explores how different factors, from the cannabis strain you choose to your drying methods, can significantly impact the levels of total yeast and mold (TYM) in your final product.
To help commercial growers produce high-quality cannabis that meets regulatory standards, this episode will:
- Examine the surprising link between cannabis genotype and TYM levels, emphasizing how strain selection can be a powerful tool for microbial management.
- Go beyond basic TYM counts to explore the specific fungal and yeast species found in cannabis crops. Discover which ones pose real risks to consumers and which ones might be beneficial for plant health.
- Provide practical strategies for minimizing TYM contamination throughout the cultivation process. Learn how environmental controls, like air circulation, and post-harvest techniques, like hang drying, can dramatically reduce microbial growth.
- Challenge the industry's current approach to TYM testing, calling for more nuanced methods that differentiate between beneficial and harmful microorganisms.
Tune in to gain valuable insights into:
- Optimizing your cultivation practices for lower TYM counts
- Meeting regulatory requirements with confidence
- Producing a safe and high-quality product that consumers can trust.
