Bacterial infections during germination can cause significant distortion and damage to developing seedlings, leading to reduced germination rates, stunted growth, and even plant death. These infections can be introduced through infected seeds or soil and thrive under specific environmental conditions like moisture and temperature.
Honestly even touching a taproot with bare finger is enough to begin a cascade effect of bacteria. 99% will just write it off as mutation or bad genetics. But it is what it is. 🤷 I'd start fresh with thay one.