Soil salinity is one of the major stresses that threatening the production and even survival of crops. NPR1 (nonexpressor of pathogenesis-related genes 1), traditionally considered to be involved in plant immunity by serving as a master regulator in salicylic acid signaling pathway, has been proved to play a critical role in regulating salt stress in plants. However, regarding the function of NPR1

The texture of fruit skin is a significant aspect of its appearance quality and serves as an essential breeding trait. The surface of pear fruit develops a cork layer, resulting in either a full russet appearance or localized russet spots. Among these, the localized russet spots significantly diminish the aesthetic appeal of the fruit and are considered undesirable for breeding purposes. These spots

Pineapple, a vital tropical fruit worldwide, faces economic losses due to blackheart disorder, a complex physiological disorder influenced by various factors, including abrupt temperature changes. This study employed Ultra-Performance Liquid Chromatography-Electrospray Ionization Tandem Mass Spectrometry (UPLC-ESI-MS/MS) to investigate the metabolic alterations in pineapple fruits Ananas comosus L

Chili peppers (C. annuum L.) are a commercial spice crop in the tropics. In Thailand, chili pepper is a cash crop for farmers and has cultural significance in Thai cuisine. Anthracnose disease caused by Colletotrichum spp. is responsible for a significant reduction in the marketable fruit yield of chili peppers. In this study, we tested the combining abilities of anthracnose-resistant chili pepper

Crape myrtle is an important summer flowering shrub with abundant flowers and long flowering period, and widely used in gardens around the world. Though the MADS-box genes have profound impacts on floral organogenesis in other plants, their function and expression patterns in Lagerstroemia remain unclear. In the study, we conducted the comprehensive analysis of the MADS-box family from three Lagerstroemia

Abiotic stresses, particularly drought and heat, pose significant threats to agricultural productivity and global food security. This study, therefore, investigated the responses of seven Prunus rootstocks (Garnem, GF 677, Marianna 2624, Myrobolan 29C, Rootpac 20, Rootpac 40, and Rootpac R) to drought, heat shock, and their combination, as well as their recovery potential. The present research encompassed

Strawberry is distributed worldwide. Quality changes in fresh produce have been assessed based on the accumulated storage temperature under laboratory conditions. However, the applicability of this approach in an actual distribution test has not been investigated. This study assessed the relationships among strawberry quality (damage area and mold incidence), accumulated distribution temperature (ADT)

China's intensive pineapple farming expansion has led to soil degradation, excessive nutrient input and loss, and reduced efficiency. This study addresses these issues with a multi-objective, coordinated soil and nutrient management approach by developing 4Rplus nutrient management technologies.. These technologies combine organic amendments (manure and biochar) with enhanced efficiency fertilizers

The colour of plant leaves undergoes changes during different growth stages, with anthocyanins playing a pivotal role in this process. 'Shine Muscat' (MS) is a white-flesh green-leaf variety, while 'ZhongShan-HongYu' (ZS-HY) is a red-flesh red-leaf variety. The leaves of their hybrid offspring show different colour in autumn. However, the anthocyanin biosynthetic pathway in these varieties remains

In the post-harvest process of the chrysanthemums, the fading of the capitulum is severe because of the significant reduction of anthocyanin content at the later full-bloom stage, making the selection of appropriate post-harvest preservative essential for color retention and enhancement. Jasmonates (JAs) have positive significance in promoting the accumulation of plant pigments and the synthesis of

Carnation is important floral crop. The introduction of wild carnation species is carried out in parallel with research on existing species and varieties. Dianthus plumarius subsp. praecox is a wild species with an extremely high germplasm conservation importance. The most important step in the study of its cultivation is to propagate it in vitro under conditions of minimum impact on nature. Therefore

Hericium erinaceus has been cultivated in China for centuries, known for its notable edible and medicinal properties. This study investigated the diversity and composition of symbiotic bacteria between the wild and cultivated H. erinaceus strains using high-throughput sequencing of the V3-V4 region of bacterial 16S rDNA, and the bacterial function was preliminarily predicted. In addition, the correlation

Luffa acutangula (ridge gourd) is a widely cultivated cucurbit species in Asia, often severely impacted by Tomato leaf curl New Delhi virus (ToLCNDV), causing substantial losses in yield. Identifying resistant resources is crucial for mitigating these losses. In this study, a collection of 112 ridge gourd germplasm accessions was evaluated for ToLCNDV symptoms in a field environment prone to infection

Consumers particularly value plums for their high levels of nutrients and bioactive compounds. Cold storage is the primary method to extend shelf-life, but it can cause physiological disorders, such as chilling injury and decreased fruit quality. Melatonin is an eco-friendly tool that reduces quality loss and chilling injury in fruit and vegetables. 'Angeleno' plums were treated with different concentrations

SULTR1;1 and SULTR1;2 are high-affinity sulphate transporters that are crucial for sulphate uptake from the soil. Nevertheless, the impact of sulphate absorption mediated by SULTR1;1 and SULTR1;2 on the metabolism of sulfur-containing compounds as well as the physiological processes they are involved in is not yet fully understood. In this study, we cloned the BoSULTR1;1 and BoSULTR1;2 genes from broccoli

Powdery mildew (PM), caused by Podosphaera xanthii, poses a substantial menace to the worldwide Cucurbita pepo yield. The VQ family plays a broad role in plant growth, development, responses to biotic and abiotic stresses, and environmental signaling. To investigate the responsiveness of the CpVQ30 gene to powdery mildew infection in Cucurbita pepo L., CpVQ30 was transiently overexpressed in virus-susceptible

Green mold caused by Penicillium digitatum Sacc. is a serious disease of Kinnow mandarin fruits, causing up to 90 per cent fruit rot. The use of chemical fungicides has raised concerns about residual toxicity in edible fruits. To find effective alternatives to chemical fungicides, yeasts, plant leaf extracts, and GRAS salts were investigated to determine post-harvest losses. Seven yeast isolates from

The seed and edible oil (SEO) industry produces a significant amount of waste, from wastewater to organic solid waste such as soybean and sunflower seed husks. The inclusion of these materials as substrates for edible mushroom production was examined. Lignocellulosic characterization of the substrates was also performed to determine the exact nutrient requirements for fungal inoculation. Comparative

This study investigates the genetic basis of fruit traits in European hazelnut (Corylus avellana L.), with a focus on identifying the genetic determinants that influence nut and kernel traits as well as the genes associated with flowering time. The research aims to shorten hazelnut breeding cycles and understand the genetic interplay affecting these traits. Using a mapping population from 'Tonda Gentile

Brassica rapa is a crop belonging to the Brasicaceae family, which is widely grown throughout the world. Cultivation of crops of the species B. rapa are subjected to stressors that cause a decrease in production, such as drought or black rot caused by the bacterium Xanthomonas campestris. The need to find more sustainable alternatives to maintain production linked to intrinsic characteristics of the

Understanding the distribution of plant moisture during the seedling stage of greenhouse crops is challenge in developing scientific irrigation strategies and proposing effective cooling methods. This study investigated the effects of different soil moisture contents [W1: 25–35 % (severe drought), W2: 35–45 % (mild drought), W3: 45–55 % (suitable moisture), and W4: 55–65 % (excess moisture)] on tomato

Astaxanthin is a highly effective antioxidant and its application in agricultural production is still unclear. The effects of foliar astaxanthin application on nitrate content, antioxidant quality, and biomass of hydroponic two lettuce genotypes were investigated in present study. The 1.0 g L-1 astaxanthin showed the maximum positive effects on gene expression levels of the nitrate reductase, nitrite

Blueberry fruit are highly perishable and intolerant of storage. Calcium treatment plays a vital role in preservation of fruit and vegetable. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of calcium chloride treatment on fruit softening at ambient temperature storage with a focus on calcium signal transduction and the relationship between calcium treatment and ABA synthesis and transduction

The fundamental mechanisms causing the peel reddening of ‘Kongxin’ plum (Prunus salicina Lindl.) fruit maintained at room temperature at 25 °C were discovered through an integrated analysis of the transcriptomics and metabolomics. There were apparent differences in fruit quality among the three periods. We also performed transcriptomic and metabolomic analyses of plum fruit peel at different reddening

Currently, greenhouse soil has cadmium (Cd) pollution problems, causing serious Cd accumulation in various crops, including cucumber. Grafting is now widely used in greenhouse cucumber production, but the role and mechanism of grafting in regulating Cd accumulation and tolerance of cucumber merits further investigated. We used popular planted cucumber varieties ‘Jinchun No 4’ (Cj) and ‘Lvguan’ (Cl)

Stevia (Stevia rebaudiana) has become an industrially important crop worldwide due to the presence of steviol glycosides (SGs), a low-caloric sweetener compound, in its leaf. Due to its outcrossing nature, phenotypic and biochemical variability is observed among the stevia plant raised through seeds. Thus, phenotypic and biochemical characterization of the collected germplasms is fundamental in developing

Apple (Malus spp.) is a widely cultivated economic crop. Leaf-related traits, such as leaf size, pigment content, and photosynthetic rate, serve as important indicators of light use efficiency and are associated with apple fruit quality and potential yields. Identifying quantitative trait loci (QTLs) and genes related to these traits is essential for plant breeding. Genomic selection (GS) presents

Management zones are an important aspect of precision agriculture as they help to define spatiotemporal areas that share homogenous attributes for site-specific management such as irrigation. In this study, we evaluated the potential of delineating irrigation management zones in almond (Prunus dulcis) orchards using three different variables: evapotranspiration (ET), crop water stress index (CWSI)

The rapid advancement of nanotechnology has resulted in a significant increase in the production of metal oxide nanoparticles, which are increasingly released into the environment. Due to their widespread distribution, evaluating the potential toxicity of these particles is essential. Aluminum oxide nanoparticles (Al2O3 NPs), in particular, are widely used in various industries and consumer products

Soluble sugar content is a crucial parameter affecting the taste and flavor of cucumber. Fruit sweetness varies depending on the soluble sugar content. To explore the regulatory mechanism underlying soluble sugar content, we performed metabolome sequencing on diploid (low soluble sugar, CK) and autotetraploid (high soluble sugar, T) cucumber fruits on the day of flowering (S1) and 9 days after flowering

The use of cover crops in vineyards is considered a management strategy that contributes to improving soil structure. Remote sensing techniques of cover crops provide information on spatial variability that can be useful in precision viticulture. This study aims to investigate soil-plant interactions using biometric data, spectral response and soil physico-chemical parameters measured across 2021–2022

Phytohormones are vital for tomato ripening, and abscisic acid (ABA) is speculated to induce ethylene biosynthesis at the initiate of tomato fruit ripening; however, its interaction sites remain unclear. In the present study, Constans-like 4 (SlCOL4), a CO/COL transcription factor, was cloned from tomato fruit. Amino acid sequence and subcellular location analysis proved that SlCOL4 was a typical transcription

Polyploidization is an evolutionarily and mechanistically intriguing process, that requires harmonization of genomic and regulatory interactions among divergent genome groups. Here, we examined gene expression pattern changes in the leaves and petals of Raphanobrassica, a new synthetic amphidiploid generated by a distant cross between radish (RR, 2n = 18) and purple cabbage (AA, 2n = 20). The degree

This study examines the impact of drought, and by extension potential water scarcity, on the potential of sap conduction in the olive tree, the emblematic fruit tree of the Mediterranean Basin. To understand adaptation of sap conduction potential of varieties concerning drought, we focus on wood anatomical traits in trees cultivated in the conservatory orchard of the 'Conservatoire Botanique National

Light-harvesting chlorophyll a/b-binding (Lhcb) proteins play key roles in light energy capture and transfer, leaf development, plant growth, and various stress responses. However, their role in Wucai (Brassica campestris L.) has not yet been studied. In this study, 27 Lhcb genes were identified in Brassica rapa. Chromosomal location analysis revealed that these 27 genes are distributed on nine chromosomes

The plant growth regulator N-(2‑chloro-4-pyridyl)-N′-phenylurea (CPPU) is applied to induce parthenocarpic fruit setting in melon (Cucumis melo L.) production. However, CPPU-induced fruits frequently exhibit a decline in quality attributes, such as sucrose, aroma, and pigmentation, the mechanisms underlying these changes remain largely unclear. This research assessed the effects of CPPU application

Salt stress is one of the constraints limiting high-yield and high-quality cultivation of vegetables, currently, the effect of exogenous proline on the quality of celery under salt stress is rarely reported. The study aimed to explore the comprehensive effects of exogenous proline application on the quality of celery (Apium graveolens L.) under salt stress. The affiliation function method was used

Container-grown blueberry (Vaccinium spp.) production using soilless substrates has gained significant attention for offering better control over growing conditions. However, the reliance on peat moss as a primary substrate poses environmental concerns due to its non-renewable nature, emphasizing the need for sustainable alternatives. This study investigates the use of locally sourced agricultural

The use of plant growth-promoting microorganisms is an effective agricultural practice to improve plant growth, especially under abiotic stress. In this study, the combined impact of three plant growth-promoting bacteria (PGPB) namely Brevibacterium halotolerans (Sd-6), Burkholderia cepacia (Art-7), Bacillus subtilis (Ldr-2) were tested with Trichoderma harzianum (Th) (possessing ACC deaminase producing

Terroir leaves its influence on the flavor build-up in grape berries by triggering biochemical reactions that ultimately shape the typicality of the produced wines. However, the complex relationship between terroir, carbon stable isotopic composition, and the biochemical composition of grapes remains poorly understood. To fill these gaps, grape berries were harvested at maturity from two grape cultivars

In order to better preserve and utilize tomato germplasm resources, a total of 484 tomato cultivated accessions were used to construct a core collection based on phenotypic traits and single-nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs). First, 32 phenotypic traits were investigated and the genetic diversity of all accessions were analyzed. The results showed that the entire population has high genetic diversity

Mining activities in the iron area mining have caused serious pollution of surface water in the area, which in turn affects the normal growth and development of plants. As a restorative plant with heavy metal adsorption function, the stress response mechanism of rose to surface water in the iron-mining area remains unelucidated. In this study, we investigated the effects of surface water treatment

The protracted natural bulb growth rate and offset generation constrain the timely expansion of bulbs in Amaryllis belladonna. An 18-month experiment was conducted to determine the efficacy of different root zone water temperatures and soilless media on the bulb yield and offset production of A. belladonna cultivated in a deep water culture hydroponic system. The study comprised dormant juvenile bulbs

Bagging apples can enhance fruit appearance and quality by reducing pest and disease damage. However, upon removal of the fruit bag, apples become susceptible to photodamage and heat stress, potentially resulting in sunburn symptoms. In this study, we examined ‘Ruixiang Hong’ apples post-bag removal and observed that mild photodamage preserved the cellular structure of pericarp tissue and showed low

The TCP gene family stands as a pivotal factor in regulating plant growth, development, and resilience to abiotic stress. Despite extensive research and identification of TCP genes across diverse plant species, the intricate functionality and evolutionary expansion of TCP genes within Juglans mandshurica remain relatively uncharted territories, necessitating thorough investigation. In this work, 35

Garlic is a significant medicinal and culinary plant, with its primary bioactive compound being alliin. The bZIP transcription factor is pivotal in plant secondary metabolism and growth, yet its function in garlic remains unexplored. The previously identified key enzyme gene, AsFMO1 in garlic, is known to directly regulate alliin synthesis, however, the specific molecular mechanism is still unknown

Large areas of soil in southern China are contaminated with cadmium (Cd) and deficient in potassium (K). The aim of this study was to investigate the biochemical and molecular mechanisms underlying the effect of K on Cd accumulation in Brassica napus (B. napus) under different K (0.3 and 6 mM) and Cd conditions (0 and 5 μM). High K application significantly decreased Cd concentrations in both shoots

Severe wilt incidence with characteristic yellowing of older leaves was observed in Spathiphyllum plants of different commercial nurseries of Andhra Pradesh, India during 2021–2023. Upon isolation on potato dextrose agar medium, the fungus displayed aerial greyish white mycelium on upper surface and with yellow pink pigmentation on the lower surface. Microscopic observation of the three types of conidia

Taxodium hybrid ‘zhongshanshan’ is a valuable horticultural ornamental tree species in China. SE (somatic embryogenesis) technology can regenerate numerous plantlets in a short period and thus has great commercial value for this species. However, the SE efficiency of Taxodium hybrid ‘zhongshanshan’ is highly genotype-dependent, and the mechanisms remain largely unclear so far. Here, we investigated

The trunk diameter (TD) and annual branch diameter (ABD) are closely associated with the growth vigor, abiotic resistance and fruit yield of kiwifruit. These traits are quantitative traits that are controlled by more than one quantitative trait loci (QTLs). However, QTLs for TD and ABD in kiwifruit remain unelucidated. In this study, we generated a cross of the diploid species Actinidia chinensis ‘Hongyang’

Sweetpotato (Ipomoea batatas) is regarded as an all-around crop that provides generous unique advantages over other crops in addressing global problems of food, energy, health, and environmental security. However, salt and drought, as two major devastating stresses, can induce various morphological, physiological and biochemical damages in sweetpotato. Recent progresses in molecular genetics have delivered

Phalaenopsis-type Dendrobium hybrids (Den-Phals) stands out as globally popular tropical orchids. Carotenoids are crucial colored phytochemicals in flowers. The coloration mechanism of carotenoids in Den-Phals flowers were investigated through targeted metabolome and transcriptome analyses. In total, 48 carotenoids were detected from 11 Den-Phals. The composition and content of carotenoids varied among

Marolo (Annona crassiflora Mart.) is an exotic fruit from the Brazilian Cerrado, rich in various bioactive compounds. This unprecedented study analyzed through different techniques (spectrophotometric methods, UPLC, HS-SPME-GC–MS) the proteomic and metabolic changes in four distinct stages of development, their biochemical correlations, biological processes and how proteins are dynamized promoting

The occurrence of chilling injury is closely related to changes in wax. In this study, we investigated the relationship in plum fruit between wax presence (CK) and removal of epicuticular wax (REW) based on micromorphology and metabolomics. The results showed that wax reduced the incidence of chilling injury in plum fruit and slowed down the rate of loss of fruit firmness, and that the abundant wax

Previous study reported positive impact of salicylic acid on other fruits; therefore, this study aimed to determine whether it can boost the antioxidant capacity and regulate energy metabolism in peach fruit against chilling injury during cold storage Peaches were soaked in different concentrations (0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 mmol L-1) of salicylic acid for 5 min and then stored at (4 ± 1) °C for 32 d The results

Previous studies have reported contrasting effects of light quality on plant growth and anthocyanin content in lettuce leaves. This study aimed to optimize the red-to-blue light ratio with a constant green light fraction to improve biomass and anthocyanin production in red lettuce (Lactuca sativa cv. ‘Lolla Rossa’) in a plant Factory. Six treatments with varying proportions of red (R, 660 nm) and blue

To better explore the impact of exogenous GABA on tomato fruit quality, we explored the effects of GABA (20 mM) on tomato fruits at different developmental stages. The results showed that spraying GABA 3 days before harvest improved the quality of fruits, primarily in terms of amino acid, organic acid, and soluble sugar content. Transcriptome and metabolome data indicated that exogenous GABA enters

The pawpaw (Asimina triloba [L.] Dunal) is a deciduous tree notable for its large edible fruit. Native to the eastern US and Canada, it has earned attention as a horticultural commodity and focus of scientific inquiry. However, few studies have modeled its potential future distribution under climate change. This study predicted the current and future potential distribution for pawpaw in North America

Soil salinization is responsible for reductions in soil utilization by plants. Paclobutrazol (PAC) is an important plant growth regulator that is responsive to multiple biotic and abiotic stresses. In this study, we measured the impact of salt stress and PAC treatments on the growth, physiology, transcriptome, and related genes expression level of ‘Duli’ (Pyrus betulifolia). Our results show that NP