Plant Pathogen - Botrytis cinerea

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Botrytis cinerea, commonly known as gray mold, is a fungal pathogen that causes bud rot and flower decay in cannabis and other crops, particularly thriving in humid conditions. This pathogen is especially problematic for cannabis growers because it can quickly destroy entire flower clusters, making products unmarketable and potentially unsafe for consumption. Testing is critical because Botrytis infections can spread rapidly through cultivation facilities and the fungus produces spores that contaminate the growing environment.