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Agronomy
E. M. Karoney, T. Molelekoa, M. Bill, N. Siyoum, L. Korsten
Summary: Globally, fresh produce plays a crucial role in nutrition, health, food security, and economic growth. However, low and middle-income countries suffer the most from significant postharvest losses of fruit and vegetables. Extensive research and innovation have been conducted in the past three decades to address this issue, with a shift towards alternative control strategies and the use of plant-based compounds, edible coatings, and biofilms. China and the USA are the leading players in global fresh produce postharvest research, while South Africa and Egypt are key players in Africa. Despite the progress made, there is still a need to strengthen research investment and collaboration, particularly among low and middle-income countries.
POSTHARVEST BIOLOGY AND TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
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Agronomy
Yiting Li, Sicong You, Shasha Wu, Mengyao Wang, Jin Song, Weijie Lan, Kang Tu, Leiqing Pan
Summary: This study aimed to compare the discrimination ability and detection limit of visible and short-wave near-infrared hyperspectral imaging features and spectral information on early implicit bruised pears. Physical characteristics were more sensitive than chemical parameters for bruised pears during postharvest storage. The changes in spectral variations at specific wavelengths could explain the bruising changes in pears. Discrimination models based on selected spectral variables could effectively identify bruised pear areas, and the combination of imaging features and spectral variables achieved higher discrimination rates.
POSTHARVEST BIOLOGY AND TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
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Agronomy
Meiqi Li, Xinhua Zhang, Jiaoqi Li, Maratab Ali, Yuting Wang, Xiuling Liu, Fujun Li, Xiaoan Li
Summary: This research aimed to investigate the potential action mechanism of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in controlling Botrytis cinerea (B. cinerea) in tomato fruit. The findings showed that GABA treatment effectively reduced the disease incidence and lesion diameter of tomato fruit caused by B. cinerea. GABA triggered defense responses and up-regulated the expression of pathogenesis-related genes, while also inhibiting the expression of ethylene synthesis genes.
POSTHARVEST BIOLOGY AND TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
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Agronomy
Dedong Min, Fujun Li, Maratab Ali, Xinhua Zhang, Yunguo Liu
Summary: This review explores the application of methyl jasmonate (MeJA) for controlling postharvest fruit and vegetable diseases. MeJA exhibits antifungal effects on pathogens by eliciting host defense, regulating reactive oxygen species metabolism, ensuring energy supply, and interacting with phytohormone signaling. However, challenges to MeJA use include determining optimal application parameters, minimizing potential negative effects, and establishing comprehensive usage guidelines.
POSTHARVEST BIOLOGY AND TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
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Agronomy
Lin-Jun Wang, Qiu-Han Bai, Qiu-Xia Pan, Yi-Feng Wu, Ting-Ting Shao, Yi-Wen Guo, Wen-Shuang Wei, Yi-Ting Wen, Wei-Ming Chai
Summary: This study systematically investigated the anti-tyrosinase mechanism of esculetin using spectroscopic techniques and molecular simulation. The results revealed that esculetin is a competitive and excellent tyrosinase inhibitor, affecting the enzyme's structure and microenvironment. It also showed potential in inhibiting intracellular tyrosinase activity and browning.
POSTHARVEST BIOLOGY AND TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
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Agronomy
Yu Du, Mengyue Wang, Mengting Tong, Dengyun Wu, Jianzhou Chu, Xiaoqin Yao
Summary: This study investigated the effects of sucrose, brassinolide (BR), and their combination on the storage quality of kale sprouts. The results showed that the combined treatment improved the growth and development of sprouts, reduced oxidative stress, and inhibited nutrient loss. Furthermore, the combination treatment maintained the antioxidant capacity and nutrient content of kale sprouts.
POSTHARVEST BIOLOGY AND TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
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Agronomy
Zeyang Bao, Qihang Zhou, Yan Yu, Wei Chen, Zhenfeng Yang, Shifeng Cao, Liyu Shi
Summary: Exogenous melatonin treatment can alleviate the chilling-induced browning in cold-stored peaches by upregulating gene expression and affecting DNA methylation levels to increase phenolic accumulation.
POSTHARVEST BIOLOGY AND TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
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Agronomy
Jixin Hou, Bosoon Park, Changying Li, Xianqiao Wang
Summary: This study used a data-driven computational method to assess the bruise susceptibility of blueberries under various free drop scenarios. The results showed that the susceptibility to bruising was influenced by the modulus ratios between the contact surface material and blueberries, as well as the drop height.
POSTHARVEST BIOLOGY AND TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Agronomy
Jasna Mastilovic, Zarko Kevresan, Dragan Kukolj, Renata Kovac, Dragana Ubiparip Samek, Stevan Stankovski, Gordana Ostojic, Marina Deric
Summary: This study analyzes the patent portfolio and trends of sensors in postharvest of fresh produce, providing insights into the development of sensing technologies in this area. China is the leading country in patent applications, and the patent themes include produce sorting and packaging, produce storage, and the development and application of sensors. The findings highlight the significant impact of these technologies on postharvest processes, particularly in quality and safety monitoring. Moreover, they are expected to facilitate the integration of artificial intelligence into postharvest processes, enhancing the coherence and efficiency of supply chains.
POSTHARVEST BIOLOGY AND TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
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Agronomy
Zhiwen Hu, Jing Wei, Weimin Zhang, Long Wu, Di Gong, Yue Xiang, Jialiang Liu, Zhengke Zhang
Summary: In this study, the researchers investigated the effect of melatonin (Mel) on the phytotoxicity and residues of the fungicide prochloraz (Pcz) in mango fruit during storage. The results showed that pretreatment with Mel reduced Pcz residues and alleviated phytotoxicity in the fruit. Mel also suppressed Pcz-induced oxidative stress and enhanced the detoxification capacity of the fruit.
POSTHARVEST BIOLOGY AND TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
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Agronomy
Jiaqi Xiao, Yunyun Xie, Xiangjin Kong, Kuan Peng, Hong Zhu, Yueming Jiang, Hongxia Qu
Summary: The study reveals the positive role of Ca2+ ATPase in litchi energy metabolism and senescence. Higher expression of LcACAs is associated with better storability in litchi cultivars. Additionally, LcACA2 is identified as a target of LcmiR482e and ATP application can downregulate the expression of LcmiR482e, contributing to delayed senescence in litchi.
POSTHARVEST BIOLOGY AND TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
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Horticulture
Alexandra Lugo-Arroyo, Giampaolo Zanin, Aaron Thompson, Maurizio Borin, Carmelo Maucieri
Summary: The study found that vegetation type, substrate depth, and irrigation level significantly affect the temperature and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of green roofs. Proper selection of vegetation type and adjustment of substrate depth can improve the capture of greenhouse gases.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
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Horticulture
Yi Ji, Hongwei Zhang, Chenchen Wang, Chong Wang, Jun Zhao, Yang Zheng, Li Xue, Jiajun Lei
Summary: This study verifies the growth and flowering mechanism hypothesis of Clivia miniata and reveals the metabolite pathways involved in flowering regulation through metabolomic analysis. The findings provide an important theoretical basis for accurately regulating the flowering of Clivia miniata.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
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Horticulture
Abbas Ali Chandio, Korhan K. Gokmenoglu, Mumtaz Ali Joyo, Yuansheng Jiang
Summary: The research fills the gap in understanding the impact of climate change on the fruit industry in Pakistan. The findings highlight the significant effects of temperature, precipitation, and CO2 emissions on fruit production. These findings are important for policy formulation to mitigate the negative impacts of global warming and ensure sustainable food production.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
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Horticulture
Yuhe Wan, Qinghua Chen, Wei Xu, Yingjuan Chen
Summary: This study investigated the antifungal activities of atractylodes essential oil (AO) and found that it exhibited higher antifungal effect in contact phase rather than vapor phase. AO showed differential antifungal activities against different Colletotrichum species by affecting their morphology and cell walls. The study also revealed the differential gene expression and pathways involved in the antifungal mechanism of AO.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
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Horticulture
Meng Ge, Xiaoli Wei
Summary: This study explored the driving factors of seed germination by studying the time series changes of spermosphere bacterial communities in different germination stages of Ormosia henryi seeds. The results showed that both soil nutrients and abundance and species of spermosphere bacteria affected the seed germination rate. The functions of spermosphere bacteria, such as degradation and bioremediation, were enhanced during seed germination. This study revealed the importance of spermosphere bacteria in seed germination.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
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Horticulture
Yuyan Jiang, Yuting Peng, Guoyan Hou, Min Yang, Caixia He, Musha She, Xin Li, Mengyao Li, Qing Chen, Yong Zhang, Yuanxiu Lin, Yunting Zhang, Yan Wang, Wen He, Xiaorong Wang, Haoru Tang, Ya Luo
Summary: This study analyzed the differences in leaf anatomy, physiology, and cuticular wax content between a mutant and a regular variety of strawberries. It also investigated the differentially expressed genes involved in cuticular wax synthesis and their effect on pest and pathogen resistance. The results showed that the mutant had higher total cuticular wax content and increased levels of major wax components, leading to enhanced resistance against pests and pathogens.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Review
Horticulture
Yuijn Park, Kimberly A. Williams
Summary: This review paper provides a comprehensive evaluation of current studies on the use of organic nutrient sources in hydroponic solution culture. It offers an overview of the status of organic hydroponics and certification in different countries, defines various organic nutrient sources used in hydroponic systems, and examines the challenges in nutrient solution management. The review highlights the focus on leafy greens and tomatoes as the main crops in most studies and the predominant use of nutrient film technique and deep water culture. It also emphasizes the differences in managing electrical conductivity, pH, dissolved oxygen, and microorganisms between organic and conventional solution culture systems.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Article
Horticulture
Huazhuang Tang, Zhetao Xu, Shuyu Chen, Shenghui Yang, Weihong Liu, Linghui Zhou, Yaxiong Wang, Feng Kang, Omayma Ismail, Yongjun Zheng
Summary: This study proposes a method for evaluating the effect of fruit-tree pruning based on layered canopy point-clouds and establishes an estimation model between leaf-areas and illumination. The results show that the method achieves accurate leaf-area calculation and precise illumination estimation.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
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Horticulture
Qingxian Wu, Leni Jin, Tangjie Nie, Sitong Liu, Zengfang Yin
Summary: Magnolia soulangeana 'Hongyun' is an ornamental tree with attractive shape and abundant flowers. Its breeding system is partially self-compatible, outcrossing, and depends on pollinators. 'Hongyun' presents a mass-flowering pattern with secondary opening and closing in the flowering process.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
