Article
Biology
Elham Jamshidi, Sergio Murolo, Sareh Baghaee Ravari, Mohammad Salehi, Gianfranco Romanazzi
Summary: This study investigates the molecular variants of 'Candidatus Phytoplasma solani' in Iranian vineyards, discovering new variants and providing valuable information for understanding the epidemiological cycle(s) of Bois noir (BN) and managing the disease. The findings highlight the importance of genotyping 'Ca. P. solani' strains for accurately identifying and controlling the disease.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Javier Ib, Lalla Hasna Zinelabidine, Rafael Torres-Perez, Jerome Grimplet, Elisa Baroja, Sergio Ibanez, Pablo Carbonell-Bejerano, Jose Miguel Martinez-Zapater, Javier Ibanez, Javier Tello
Summary: The study revealed that grape yield components are determined by complex polygenic factors, with certain SNPs showing additive effects on the phenotype. This suggests that superior grape cultivars with optimized fruit production can potentially be generated by pyramiding advantageous alleles from different genetic loci.
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Plant Sciences
Michele Faralli, Stefania Pilati, Massimo Bertamini
Summary: The balance between vegetative and reproductive growth in grapevines is crucial for grape quality and productivity. Field experiments showed that a decrease in sink availability significantly affected the physiological functionality of leaves, but only minimal effects were observed when only the grape bunches were removed.
ENVIRONMENTAL AND EXPERIMENTAL BOTANY
(2022)
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
V. Sichel, G. Sarah, N. Girollet, V. Laucou, C. Roux, M. Roques, P. Mournet, L. Le Cunff, P. F. Bert, P. This, T. Lacombe
Summary: Chimerism is the presence of multiple genotypes in a single individual, which has been used to understand plant development and is valuable in breeding new cultivars. The viticulture industry has benefited economically from chimeras, especially when they induce significant changes in wine characteristics. Chimeras that affect crucial agronomic traits, but have not been identified yet, are also important. The most stable type of chimera, periclinal chimera, can be propagated through cuttings. In this study, we used new generation sequencing, bioinformatics tools, and parental sequences to detect periclinal chimeras in 'Merlot' grapevine cultivar.
Article
Plant Sciences
Rongbin Hu, Nayma P. Dias, Nourolah Soltani, Jose Vargas-Asencio, Darrell D. Hensley, Keith L. Perry, Leslie L. Domier, M. R. Hajimorad
Summary: The study conducted a survey of viruses and viroids in both cultivated and wild grapevines, detecting multiple viruses and viroids in both populations. Differences in viral sequences between cultivated and wild grapevines suggest limited virus movement between the two populations.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Maisa M. M. Lima, Desmon Hernandez, Alexander Yeh, Taylor Reiter, Ron C. Runnebaum
Summary: The study focused on the reproducibility of elemental profile in wines produced across vintages of 2015 and 2016 from grapes of a single scion clone of Vitis vinifera L. cv. Pinot noir. The analysis showed that there is a certain level of consistency in the elemental composition of wines from different vintages and growing environments.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Agronomy
Massimo Bertamini, Michele Faralli
Summary: Targeted pruning techniques can manipulate phenological progression and berry ripening dynamics in grapevines, with potential benefits such as escaping late frost and delaying ripening. Different pruning methods were tested in the Trento DOC area of Italy, showing the ability to delay phenological onset and increase must quality components, although some drawbacks were observed in dry and hot years.
Article
Virology
Vanja Miljanic, Jernej Jakse, Denis Rusjan, Andreja Skvarc, Natasa Stajner
Summary: Metagenomic approaches are effective for rapid and accurate virus diagnostics in plants, as shown in the study on grapevines from Slovenia. The use of Ion Torrent small RNA sequencing and VirusDetect pipeline identified several viruses and viroids infecting the grapevines. The development of multiplex reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (mRT-PCR) allows for rapid and cost-effective validation of viral infections.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Meng Sun, Brian Jordan, Glen Creasy, Yi-Fan Zhu
Summary: UV-B radiation affects the amino acids, phenolic composition, and aroma compounds of Pinot noir fruit. The research shows an increase in skin anthocyanin and skin total phenolics under UV-B. Canopy management is crucial for vineyard management.
Article
Plant Sciences
Svetlana Vinogradova, Elena Porotikova, Emiliya Navrotskaya, Zsuzsanna Nagyne Galbacs, Sebastien Massart, Eva Varallyay
Summary: This study investigated the diversity of grapevine viruses and mycoviruses in a vineyard in Russia using high-throughput sequencing. Six grapevine-infecting viruses and two viroids were identified, as well as nine mycoviruses in the vineyard. The findings of this study contribute to future biocontrol strategies.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Maisa M. M. Lima, Ying Yng Choy, Jandy Tran, Mason Lydon, Ron C. Runnebaum
Summary: The main goal of this study was to evaluate the organic acids profiles of Pinot noir wines from different vineyards and to characterize grape juices of 'Bordeaux grape varieties' using the HPLC-DAD method. The concentrations of organic acids varied in wines and grape juices from different regions, and the method proved to be reliable for characterizing grape juices and wines from different growing regions.
JOURNAL OF FOOD COMPOSITION AND ANALYSIS
(2022)
Article
Forestry
Rong Ya, Junduo Li, Ningbo Zhang, Qinhan Yu, Weirong Xu
Summary: In perennial fruit species, such as grapevine, the phenomenon of somatic embryogenesis (SE) can lead to the formation of deformed embryos, for reasons that are still not well understood. In this study, the authors investigated cotyledonary embryos of grapevine cv. 'Chardonnay' with distinct morphologies to explore this issue. They found that normal cotyledonary embryos (NCEs) and elongated cotyledonary embryos (ECEs) had better-developed vasculature and shoot meristems compared to vitrified cotyledonary embryos (VCEs) and fused cotyledonary embryos (FCEs), but ECEs were less developed. The authors suggested that the morphological differences in these abnormal embryos were likely associated with changes in endogenous hormone levels, particularly indoleacetic acid (IAA) and abscisic acid (ABA). Comparative transcriptome analysis revealed significant differences in gene expression related to hormone signaling pathways in normal and abnormal cotyledonary embryos. Weighted gene co-expression network analysis identified co-regulated gene modules associated with SE, indicating the involvement of ERF family genes and other transcription factors (TFs) in regulating embryonic morphology. Furthermore, the authors found that specific protein kinases, small heat shock proteins (sHSPs), and TFs were closely associated with the formation of normal cotyledonary embryos. This study provides valuable insights into the genetic networks controlling cotyledon development during somatic embryogenesis, opening up new avenues for research on plant regeneration and functional genomics of malformed embryos.
Article
Horticulture
Mariana Patanita, Andre Albuquerque, Maria Doroteia Campos, Patrick Materatski, Carla M. R. Varanda, Joana A. Ribeiro, Maria do Rosario Felix
Summary: Grapevine trunk diseases (GTDs) are complex and challenging to identify and eradicate. This study investigated the fungal community structure associated with GTDs symptomatic and asymptomatic grapevines. The results showed that symptomatic plants had a lower abundance but higher diversity of GTDs-associated fungi. The composition of fungal endophytic communities was significantly different according to the symptomatology and not affected by the cultivar.
Article
Plant Sciences
Hilal Betul Kaya, Yildiz Dilli, Tulay Oncu-Oner, Akay uenal
Summary: Grapevine has been a significant perennial crop for thousands of years, with economic importance worldwide. Turkish grapevine cultivation dates back to ancient times, and this study provided comprehensive information on the genetic diversity and population structure of Turkish grapevine genotypes, which is crucial for genomic-assisted breeding.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Kerri L. Steenwerth, Ian Morelan, Ruby Stahel, Rosa Figueroa-Balderas, Dario Cantu, Jungmin Lee, Ron C. Runnebaum, Amisha T. Poret-Peterson
Summary: The study described the microbial composition in 'Pinot noir' grape must under different geographical and temporal conditions, finding that fungal beta diversity reflects growing season precipitation and growing degree days, while bacterial beta diversity is structured by growing season precipitation. Furthermore, microbial differential abundances are associated with vintage, growing season precipitation, and fruit maturity metrics.
Article
Biology
Elham Jamshidi, Sergio Murolo, Sareh Baghaee Ravari, Mohammad Salehi, Gianfranco Romanazzi
Summary: This study investigates the molecular variants of 'Candidatus Phytoplasma solani' in Iranian vineyards, discovering new variants and providing valuable information for understanding the epidemiological cycle(s) of Bois noir (BN) and managing the disease. The findings highlight the importance of genotyping 'Ca. P. solani' strains for accurately identifying and controlling the disease.
Article
Microbiology
Rania Hammami, Maroua Oueslati, Marwa Smiri, Souhaila Nefzi, Mustapha Ruissi, Francesca Comitini, Gianfranco Romanazzi, Santa Olga Cacciola, Najla Sadfi Zouaoui
Summary: In this study, yeast and bacterial isolates with antagonistic activity against Penicillium digitatum and P. italicum on citrus fruits were screened and identified. These isolates significantly reduced the incidence of green and blue mold caused by these pathogens on citrus fruits, and effectively prevented fungal infection during low-temperature storage. Moreover, they did not have any negative effect on fruit quality and shelf life. These selected isolates have multiple modes of action and show promise as biocontrol agents for postharvest green and blue molds of citrus fruits.
Review
Biochemical Research Methods
Gianfranco Romanazzi, Marwa Moumni
Summary: Fresh fruits and vegetables continue metabolic activity after harvest, leading to ripening, increased susceptibility to decay-causing fungi, and consequent loss and waste. Edible coatings can reduce waste, respect the environment, and benefit consumer health. They act as a protective agent, extending shelf life, and have the potential to control ripening and maintain nutritional properties of fresh produce.
CURRENT OPINION IN BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Razieh Rajestary, Panayiota Xylia, Antonios Chrysargyris, Gianfranco Romanazzi, Nikolaos Tzortzakis
Summary: This study analyzed the effectiveness of chitosan, phosphoric acid plus micronutrients, and sweet orange essential oil in reducing decay and improving the quality of strawberries. It was found that chitosan was the most effective in maintaining quality and controlling postharvest decay.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Review
Plant Sciences
Dov Prusky, Gianfranco Romanazzi
Summary: Induced resistance is a strategy to control diseases in harvested fruits and vegetables by modulating ripening and senescence processes, which improves the defense response and quality of the produce.
ANNUAL REVIEW OF PHYTOPATHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Lirong Yu, Xuemei Zhang, Feng Zhang, Yingbo Tang, Di Gong, William Oyom, Yongcai Li, Dov Prusky, Gianfranco Romanazzi, Yang Bi
Summary: Both chitosan (CTS) and chitooligosaccharide (COS) can regulate reactive oxygen species (ROS) homeostasis during wound healing of pear fruit by scavenging excessive H2O2 and improving antioxidant capacity. They increase NADPH oxidase and superoxide dismutase activities, promote O2.- and H2O2 production, enhance the activities of several enzymes, and elevate the levels of ascorbic acid and glutathione. In addition, they improve antioxidant capacity in vitro and maintain cell membrane integrity at fruit wounds. COS demonstrates superior performance over CTS.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Alessio Ilari, Simone Piancatelli, Luana Centorame, Marwa Moumni, Gianfranco Romanazzi, Ester Foppa Pedretti
Summary: Grapevines are a significant concern due to their potential risk to health and biodiversity. Therefore, it is crucial to control the distribution of agrochemicals to achieve high quality and sustainable viticulture. Field tests using a LIDAR-based prototype coupled with a commercial sprayer showed improved distribution performance and reduced incidences of grapevine diseases. This innovative sprayer, with its on/off control system, can effectively reduce chemical distribution and regulate vineyard fungal diseases, contributing to sustainable and high-quality production.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2023)
Article
Horticulture
Alessandra Culmone, Giulia Mirabile, Ilenia Tinebra, Marco Michelozzi, Alessandra Carrubba, Maria Grazia Bellardi, Vittorio Farina, Gianfranco Romanazzi, Livio Torta
Summary: Postharvest fruit loss is caused by the absence of advanced handling and storage technologies and the presence of fungal pathogens. This study focused on the use of edible coatings derived from Origanum vulgare L. subsp. viridulum essential oil and Aloe arborescens Mill. gel to provide defense against fungal infections in papaya. The results showed that fruits coated with the combination of essential oil and gel had higher fungal contamination, while fruits coated with the hydrolate only showed better preservation of organoleptic characteristics with lower decay index. These findings suggest that the use of hydrolate can be a sustainable alternative to synthetic fungicides for extending the shelf life and maintaining the quality of papaya fruit.
Article
Microbiology
Bianca Rodrigues Jardim, Lucy T. T. Tran-Nguyen, Cherie Gambley, Abdullah M. Al-Sadi, Ali M. Al-Subhi, Xavier Foissac, Pascal Salar, Hong Cai, Jun-Yi Yang, Richard Davis, Lynne Jones, Brendan Rodoni, Fiona E. Constable
Summary: Eight distinct species within the 16SrII group were identified using whole genome sequences, with six of them being newly described. These species have distinct biological and ecological features that can be differentiated by their ANI and AAI values. Additionally, the 16SrXXV- A taxon was classified as a new phytoplasma species.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SYSTEMATIC AND EVOLUTIONARY MICROBIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Zhanhong Han, Baojun Li, Di Gong, Pengdong Xie, Lirong Yu, Yi Wang, Ye Han, Yongcai Li, Dov Prusky, Gianfranco Romanazzi, Yang Bi
Summary: This study found that preharvest chitooligosaccharide (COS) spray can alleviate chilling injury (CI) in muskmelon fruit by regulating membrane lipid metabolism and increasing antioxidant enzyme activity. The COS spray up-regulated the expression of CmPLA(2), promoting the release of unsaturated fatty acids and increasing the double bond index (DBI) value. It also down-regulated the expression of CmPLC and CmPLD, increased the levels of phosphatidylcholine (PC) and phosphatidylinositol (PI), and decreased the levels of phosphatidic acid (PA). Furthermore, the COS spray increased the activity of superoxide dismutase (SOD) and catalase (CAT), decreased O-2(-) and H2O2 levels, maintained cell membrane permeability, and reduced MDA levels in fruit during chilling, thereby alleviating CI.
POSTHARVEST BIOLOGY AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Marwa Moumni, Guro Brodal, Gianfranco Romanazzi
Summary: Seeds are essential for food production and using high quality seeds can reduce the need for synthetic pesticides. Seed treatments help protect plants from pathogen attacks and various strategies have been developed to reduce seed contamination. Research on seed treatment has increased in the past decade, focusing on effective management of seedborne pathogens.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Razieh Rajestary, Lucia Landi, Gianfranco Romanazzi
Summary: This study tested the effectiveness of six natural compounds in controlling postharvest decay of strawberries. Chitosan-based coating compounds and citrus essential oil products were effective in controlling gray mold under cold storage conditions, while methyl jasmonate plant growth regulator and grapefruit seed essential oil products were more effective at room temperature. Humic acid and chitosan-based coating compounds were more effective in controlling Rhizopus rot under both cold storage and room temperature conditions.
Review
Plant Sciences
Silvia Laura Toffolatti, Yann Davillerd, Ilaria D'Isita, Chiara Facchinelli, Giacinto Salvatore Germinara, Antonio Ippolito, Youssef Khamis, Jolanta Kowalska, Giuliana Maddalena, Patrice Marchand, Demetrio Marciano, Kata Mihaly, Annamaria Mincuzzi, Nicola Mori, Simone Piancatelli, Erzsebet Sandor, Gianfranco Romanazzi
Summary: Pathogens and pests pose continuous challenges to global food security and safety. The use of plant protection products raises concerns about human health, the environment, and economic costs. Basic substances, as non-toxic and cost-effective compounds, are gaining attention in crop protection, but their efficacy in different contexts needs careful evaluation.
Article
Forestry
Giovanni Bortolami, Nathalie Ferrer, Kendra Baumgartner, Sylvain Delzon, David Gramaje, Laurent J. Lamarque, Gianfranco Romanazzi, Gregory A. Gambetta, Chloe E. L. Delmas
Summary: Xylem anatomy is influenced by environmental and biotic stresses. Vascular occlusions are observed in leaves and contribute to the plant's response to different stresses. This study examines the occurrence and function of vascular occlusions in grapevine leaves with various symptoms, revealing higher amounts of occlusions in leaves with the esca disease compared to other symptoms. The relationship between occlusions and esca symptoms was investigated across different countries and cultivars, highlighting the unique impact of occlusions on leaf physiology.
Review
Horticulture
Laura Orzali, Mohamed Bechir Allagui, Clemencia Chaves-Lopez, Junior Bernardo Molina-Hernandez, Marwa Moumni, Monica Mezzalama, Gianfranco Romanazzi
Summary: Seedborne pathogens are a critical issue for global agricultural production. Treating seeds with plant protection products is an effective method for reducing infection and contamination. Basic substances, approved and sold in the EU for various purposes, show promise as ecofriendly alternatives in seed treatment. This review aims to gather recent information on the applications of basic substances and their potential for seed treatment.
