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Agronomy
Guolong Li, Zhishu Tang, Zhongxing Song, Xinbo Shi, Changle Liu, Qiang Chen, Hongbo Liu
Summary: This study investigated the accumulation of flavonoids in Chinese sour jujube fruits from five different harvest times using a combined metabolomics and transcriptomics approach. A total of 1539 differentially accumulated metabolites (DAMs) and 11592 differentially expressed genes (DEGs) were identified. The biosynthetic pathways for flavonoids, flavones, and flavanols were significantly enriched. A regulatory network for flavonoids biosynthesis was built and key genes related to flavonoid biosynthesis were identified.
POSTHARVEST BIOLOGY AND TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
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Agronomy
Xuejiao Zhang, Xiaoyuan Zheng, Ruirui Yang, Qihui Wang, Lu Bai, Di Gong, Ye Han, Dov Prusky, Yang Bi
Summary: UV-C radiation promotes flavonoid synthesis in potato tuber wounds during early healing by upregulating the expression and activities of key enzymes and transcription factors involved in the flavonoid synthesis pathway, as well as increasing ABA levels and signaling.
POSTHARVEST BIOLOGY AND TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
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Horticulture
Yu-Jeong Kwon, Min Jeong Hong, Minkyu Park, Dawon Jeon, Gah-Hyun Lim, Sungyul Chang, Dong-Hwan Kim, Jin-Baek Kim, Jundae Lee, Yeong Deuk Jo
Summary: Flowing LOCUS T (FT)-like genes play crucial roles in flowering induction in plants. Pepper FT-like genes are mostly expressed in leaves and interact with FLOWERING LOCUS D, promoting or delaying flowering. The unique evolutionary process of pepper FT-like genes provides insights for improving productivity.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
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Horticulture
Deborah Pagliaccia, Michelle Ortiz, Michael Rodriguez, Sophia Abbott, Agustina De Francesco, Madison Amador, Valeria Lavagi, Benjamin Maki, Francesca Hopkins, Jonathan Kaplan, Samantha Ying, Georgios Vidalakis
Summary: This study investigates the effectiveness of organic soil amendments (bokashi, biochar, and their combination) in promoting soil health, nutrient availability, and plant growth. The results show that these amendments can significantly alter soil parameters and have positive effects on soil and plant health.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
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Horticulture
Ziwen Su, Juan Yan, Binbin Zhang, Meng Sun, Zhixiang Cai, Zhijun Shen, Ruijuan Ma, Mingliang Yu
Summary: Bagging is a crucial cultivation measure that affects the quality of peach fruit by regulating exposure to light. This study investigated the effects of bagging on the content of phenolic compounds in peach fruit and identified the most sensitive compounds to bagging treatment. The study also explored the regulatory role of bagging on phenolic synthetic-related genes. The results showed that bagging affected the accumulation of different phenolics in different peach cultivars and light intensity played a significant role in the accumulation of anthocyanins and other phenolic substances in peach fruit. Additionally, the expression of structural genes and transcription factors related to phenolic synthesis was regulated by bagging and light conditions. These findings provide a foundation for understanding the regulation mechanism of light on the synthesis of phenolic compounds in peach fruit.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
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Horticulture
Nadia Borgini, Haifa Benmoussa, Mohamed Ghrab, Mehdi Ben Mimoun
Summary: This study investigates the agroclimatic requirements of Prunus species cultivars growing in warm areas using Partial Least Squares regression. The findings reveal that the chilling and heat requirements of the cultivars appear discontinuous, with overlaps or transition periods between the two phases. The warm mean temperatures occurring during the chilling period are the main determinant of the flowering of the studied cultivars.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
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Horticulture
Peng Jia, Rui Yan, Yuan Wang, Feng-huan Gao, Yang Liu, Qing-long Dong, Hao-an Luan, Xue-mei Zhang, Han Li, Su-ping Guo, Guo-hui Qi
Summary: The KNOX gene plays crucial roles in plant development, and this study identified 19 KNOX gene members in kiwifruit. One of the genes, AcKNOX11, is selectively expressed in flower buds and shoots, and its expression can be induced by ABA and melatonin. Functional analysis revealed that AcKNOX11 delays flowering, reduces plant height, alters leaf shape, and inhibits seed germination through ABA-melatonin interaction.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
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Horticulture
Dan Hua, Wen-Shu Chen, Rong-Yu Rao, Xu-Feng Chen, Huan-Huan Chen, Ning-Wei Lai, Lin-Tong Yang, Xin Ye, Li -Song Chen
Summary: This study revealed that nitrogen deficiency can lead to increased production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and methylglyoxal (MG), but also enhances the ability of leaves and roots to detoxify these molecules. The effects of nitrogen deficiency on ROS and MG generation and their detoxification systems were found to be different in leaves and roots, with roots being more affected.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
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Horticulture
Shenghan Yang, Chonlong Chio, Wensheng Qin, Yanxi Pei, Guangpeng Pei, Yuen Zhu, Hua Li
Summary: This study evaluates the immobilization and deactivation of pathogen-produced enzymes and toxic metabolites by biochar in tomato Fusarium wilt and finds that biochar can effectively prevent disease occurrence.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
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Horticulture
Muhammad Saqib, Ahlam Khalofah, Atique ur Rehman, Muhammad Ahsan Altaf
Summary: This study reveals the ability of melatonin (ME) to mitigate the adverse effects of nickel (Ni) toxicity in pepper plants. ME supplementation restores seedling growth, protects the photosynthetic system, increases phenolic concentration, and reduces the accumulation of oxidative substances.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
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Horticulture
Alejandro A. Macia-Vazquez, Juan Jose Martinez-Nicolas, Damaris Nunez-Gomez, Pablo Melgarejo, Pilar Legua
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the effects of different rootstocks on the yield, morphological and biochemical properties, and sensory characteristics of the late mandarin variety 'Afourer'. The results showed that the Citrange Carrizo (CC) rootstock produced more fruit with larger dimensions, a greater orange coloration, and higher juice content. There were no significant differences in most of the biochemical properties analyzed among the three rootstocks, except for the higher fructose content induced by the Citrus macrophylla Wester (CM) rootstock. Sensory analysis revealed that fruits cultivated on the Mandarino Cleopatra (MC) and CC rootstocks had a better taste.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
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Horticulture
Fawad Ahmad, Ali Muhammad, Majid S. Hashmi, Ayaz Ahmad, Sahib Alam, Kamran Ud Din, Ahmad Siyab
Summary: This study investigated the efficacy of calcium chloride and aloe vera gel treatments in reducing internal browning and senescence scald in 'Conference' pears. The combined treatment proved most effective in preserving quality and reducing the physiological disorders, and it was attributed to the modulation of enzyme activity and antioxidant response.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
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Horticulture
Lucette Adet, Danae M. A. Rozendaal, Arthur Tapi, Pieter A. Zuidema, Philippe Vaast, Niels P. R. Anten
Summary: This study investigated the effects of water stress on cocoa trees and found that they are highly sensitive to water stress, with different genotypes exhibiting varied responses. Potassium application did not mitigate the negative effects of water stress. There was significant variation among genotypes in terms of leaf and crown traits, and positive interactions between genotype and irrigation were observed. These findings provide insights into the acclimation strategies of cocoa trees and can be useful for selecting drought-tolerant genotypes.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
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Horticulture
Godfrey Ouma, Joshua Wanyama, Isa Kabenge, Joseph Jjagwe, Mukulu Diana, John Muyonga
Summary: Irrigation plays a crucial role in increasing eggplant yields amidst climate change, but the deficit irrigation level for optimal growth remains uncertain. This study examined the effect of deficit drip irrigation on eggplant performance and found that irrigating at 75% field capacity maximizes yield and water saving in sandy clay loam soil.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
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Horticulture
Malleshaiah SharathKumar, Jingwen Luo, Yu Xi, Wim van Ieperen, Leo F. M. Marcelis, Ep Heuvelink
Summary: This study investigates the possibility of increasing growth rate in short-day plants under light-limiting conditions by extending the photoperiod using sole blue light. The results show that some short-day species can flower normally and achieve increased dry weight under blue-extended long days, but not all species respond the same way.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
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Horticulture
Feng Wei, Jian-Cheng Shi, Jiang-Song Jin, Zi-Yi Duan, Xia Liang, Jing-Nan Luo, Li-juan Qiu, Jia Luo, Xiang-nan Xu, Ying-Qiang Wen, Jia- Yue Feng
Summary: This study evaluated the resistance of different strawberry varieties to X. fragariae and identified suitable indicators for assessing resistance. Principal component analysis was used to establish a score formula, providing a more accurate and comprehensive method for evaluating strawberry resistance to X. fragariae.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
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Horticulture
Seid Hussen Muhie, Fatuma Akele, Tadele Yeshiwas
Summary: This study assessed the effects of different seed priming techniques on the early establishment, growth, and yield of carrots. It found that the combination of distilled water treatment and a 7-day irrigation interval resulted in the highest marketable carrot root yields and net benefits, making it a recommended approach for economically viable carrot production.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
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Horticulture
Olfa Elloumi, Mariem Fki, Haifa Benmoussa, Mohamed Feki, Mehdi Ben Mimoun, Mohamed Ghrab
Summary: The success of pistachio production depends on the best selection of female and male trees combined with perfect flowering synchronization. In warm areas, selecting an appropriate pollinator for a female cultivar is challenging. This study investigated 17 local pistachio pollinators in the arid Central Tunisian region, determining their bloom timing and chill and heat requirements, as well as assessing pollen production and quality.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
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Horticulture
Weiwei Jiang, Xiaowei Xu, Muhammad Waheed Riaz, Aimin Lv, Qingsong Shao
Summary: Phytohormone strigolactones play a crucial role in regulating and responding to abiotic stresses, enhancing plant resistance through controlling root morphology and secondary growth.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
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Horticulture
Ali Raza, Ali Hassan, Waheed Akram, Tehmina Anjum, Zill-e-Huma Aftab, Basharat Ali
Summary: A seed coating containing a synthetic consortium of beneficial Bacillus microbes was developed to manage Fusarium wilt disease in pea crops. The coating showed positive effects on seed germination, seedling height, and biomass accumulation. Coated seeds exhibited reduced disease index and enhanced plant growth attributes when exposed to FOP. The seed coating also induced up-regulation of phenolic compounds and enzymes of the phenylpropanoid pathway. Metabolomic analysis revealed perturbations in amino acids, sugars, carbohydrates, and phenylpropanoids in plants raised from coated seeds and challenged with FOP.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
