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
Plant Sciences
Angela Bolzonello, Laura Morbiato, Silvio Tundo, Luca Sella, Ivan Baccelli, Sergio Echeverrigaray, Rita Musetti, Marta De Zotti, Francesco Favaron
Summary: Synthesized water-soluble peptide analogs show promising potential as an effective control measure against grapevine downy mildew. These peptides demonstrated high efficacy in preventing infection and reducing disease severity in field trials without showing any phytotoxic effects. Further investigation is warranted to explore their potential as a broad-spectrum fungicide.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Eugenia Iturritxa, Annie E. Hill, Maria-Jesus Torija
Summary: The brewing ability of wild yeast strains obtained from forest and vineyards ecosystems was compared with commercial yeast strains. The selection of new yeast strains as a way to create new beer aromas and flavours and to use local strains to promote the proximity ingredients in brewing is a topic of interest in the craft beer sector.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Horticulture
Emilio Villalobos-Soublett, Gaston Gutierrez-Gamboa, Claudio Balbontin, Andres Zurita-Silva, Antonio Ibacache, Nicolas Verdugo-Vasquez
Summary: This study investigated the effect of shading nets on the viticultural performance of Muscat of Alexandria vines growing under hyper-arid conditions. Results showed that shading significantly influenced yield, berry quality, and leaf nutrient content.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Rocio Gil-Munoz, Maria Jose Gimenez-Banon, Juan Daniel Moreno-Olivares, Diego Fernando Paladines-Quezada, Juan Antonio Bleda-Sanchez, Jose Ignacio Fernandez-Fernandez, Belen Parra-Torrejon, Gloria Belen Ramirez-Rodriguez, Jose Manuel Delgado-Lopez
Summary: The use of elicitors such as methyl jasmonate and methyl jasmonate n-doped calcium phosphate nanoparticles can increase the amino acid composition in Monastrell grapes and wines, with MeJ-ACP showing better results compared to MeJ despite using less quantity. This application form could be used as an alternative for more efficient and sustainable agriculture.
Article
Plant Sciences
Despoina G. Petoumenou
Summary: One of the biggest environmental challenges faced by grape-growing areas is extreme weather events due to climate change. Sustainable tools such as chemically inert mineral particles can be used to enhance yield and improve grape quality. The application of kaolin and zeolite has shown promising results in terms of improving physiological processes and reducing stressors.
Article
Agronomy
Jose R. Munoz Jr, Samantha J. Stauch, Jennifer Wootten, Matthew Kitchen, Matteo Abreu, Christian Jose Rodriguez, L. Federico Casassa, James A. Wolpert, Jean Catherine Dodson Peterson
Summary: The demand for vine plant material has surged due to the expansion of viticulture and replanting efforts. Green-grafted vines are being used to meet this demand, but little is known about their establishment trends. This study examined the role of rootstock selection in the establishment and development of green-growing benchgrafts in the first four years after planting.
Review
Plant Sciences
Suzy Y. Rogiers, Dennis H. Greer, Yin Liu, Tintu Baby, Zeyu Xiao
Summary: Climate change has had various repercussions on Australian viticulture, including compressed vintages, high alcohol levels, and low wine acidity. These changes, along with challenges like storms, drought, and excessive heat, have negatively impacted vine productivity and altered fruit characteristics. To address these challenges, alternative cultivars, changing geographic locations, and various management strategies such as modifying irrigation regimes and vineyard practices can be employed.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Agronomy
Raimundo Jimenez-Ballesta, Sandra Bravo, Caridad Perez-de-los-Reyes, Jose Angel Amoros, Jesus Garcia-Pradas, Monica Sanchez-Ormeno, Francisco Jesus Garcia-Navarro
Summary: The study aimed to understand the pedogeochemical signature of five rare earth elements in vineyard soils in Campo de Calatrava. Results showed that the distribution of REEs in soils is related to parent material and soil formation processes, with concentrations of Ce, Nd, Y, and Sc higher in volcanic soils. In some cases, the use of REE-based fertilizers may have a specific human impact on soil chemistry.
Article
Plant Sciences
Elisa Gonzalez-Dominguez, Tito Caffi, Luca Languasco, Nedeljko Latinovic, Jelena Latinovic, Vittorio Rossi
Summary: Phomopsis cane and leaf spot (PCLS) is an important disease of grapevines caused by Diaporthe ampelina. The dispersal dynamics of D. ampelina spores were studied in vineyards in Italy and Montenegro, finding that spores were mainly found in runoff water after grapevine bud break in the first growing season and high numbers of spores were also collected in the following season. Rainfall was a good predictor of conidial dispersal, with an overall accuracy of 0.97, providing insights for PCLS management.
Article
Agronomy
Luca Nerva, L. Moffa, G. Giudice, A. Giorgianni, D. Tomasi, Walter Chitarra
Summary: This study investigates how soil geological characteristics influence the microbiome composition in closely related vineyards. The results show slightly different microbial communities despite the close geographical proximity of the two vineyards. Additionally, the geological characteristics of the soils influence root distribution as well as the accumulation of pathogen- and symbiont-related genera.
Article
Plant Sciences
Anabella Varela, Veronica N. Ibanez, Rodrigo Alonso, Diego Zavallo, Sebastian Asurmendi, Sebastian Gomez Talquenca, Carlos F. Marfil, Federico J. Berli
Summary: By studying three cv. Malbec clones cultivated in two vineyards with contrasting environmental conditions, it was demonstrated that DNA methylation plays a crucial role in phenotypic plasticity and that epigenetic modulation is dependent on the specific clone. Environmental signals can induce epigenetic changes that alter gene expression and phenotype. DNA methylation has been identified as a key mechanism underlying phenotypic variability in grapevines, with clone-dependent effects observed.
PLANT CELL REPORTS
(2021)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Jose Manuel Miras-Avalos, Emily Silva Araujo
Summary: Water availability is endangering the production and sustainability of wine grapes globally, with research focusing on understanding and mitigating the effects of water stress. Advances in optimizing water management in vineyards through new technologies have been made, along with a focus on the interactions between grapevine water status and biotic stressors. Future research should include multifactorial studies and the development of cost-effective tools for assessing vine water status.
Article
Biology
Samia Djennane, Emilce Prado, Vincent Dumas, Gerard Demangeat, Sophie Gersch, Anne Alais, Claude Gertz, Monique Beuve, Olivier Lemaire, Didier Merdinoglu
Summary: Researchers discovered that the Riesling variety of grapes displays resistance to grapevine fanleaf virus, providing a new genetic resource for controlling the disease. They also identified a single recessive factor named rgflv1 located on grapevine chromosome 1, paving the way for development of GFLV-resistant grapevine rootstocks. This resistance factor, distinct from virus susceptibility factors in other plants, presents a novel and environmentally friendly solution for managing grapevine fanleaf disease.
COMMUNICATIONS BIOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Plant Sciences
Pietro Previtali, Filippo Giorgini, Randall S. Mullen, Nick K. Dookozlian, Kerry L. Wilkinson, Christopher M. Ford
Summary: This study presents a quantitative meta-analysis of previous observations on vineyard techniques to delay grape maturity. The results reveal the factors affecting the efficacy of these techniques and highlight the importance of considering experimental conditions.
HORTICULTURE RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Nuria Vall-llaura, Pablo Fernandez-Cancelo, Isabel Nativitas-Lima, Gemma Echeverria, Neus Teixido, Christian Larrigaudiere, Rosario Torres, Jordi Gine-Bordonaba
Summary: This study investigated the changes in ROS and their scavenging systems during nectarine fruit development and ripening and found a complex reprogramming of ROS-related transcriptome and metabolome. The activation of specific ethylene response factors and the accumulation of antioxidant compounds were observed at earlier fruit developmental stages, while a decrease in respiration rate and reduction of ERF1 genes led to higher accumulation of H2O2 at later stages. The study suggests that H2O2 may not only be a by-product of ROS-scavenging but also a signaling molecule during nectarine fruit ripening.
PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Horticulture
Daniel Cantabella, Carlos Rolando Mendoza, Neus Teixido, Francesca Vilaro, Rosario Torres, Ramon Dolcet-Sanjuan
Summary: The study reported the use of the GreenTray (R) TIS bioreactor for in vitro analysis of plantlets interaction with two Plant Growth-Promoting Microorganisms (PGPMs). Results showed that co-culturing with PGPMs improved growth of Prunus Rootpac 20 (R) rootstock and influenced hormonal levels necessary for plant growth in one of the micropropagation culture systems.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2022)
Article
Agronomy
Chenyao Yang, Christoph Menz, Helder Fraga, Sergi Costafreda-Aumedes, Luisa Leolini, Maria Concepcion Ramos, Daniel Molitor, Cornelis van Leeuwen, Joao A. Santos
Summary: This paper conducted a retrospective analysis on important European wine regions to evaluate the impact of water stress on vineyards. The results showed that the mean Crop Water Stress Indicator (CWSI) during the flowering-veraison phase had a significant effect on potential Yield Lose Rate (YLR). Different patterns of drought conditions and YLR were found between wine regions in France-Germany-Luxembourg and Italy Portugal-Spain. Additionally, the study found that an advanced flowering-veraison phase could alleviate CWSI and reduce YLR. The findings have important implications for the management of rainfed vineyards and provide insights for addressing seasonal water deficits under climate change.
AGRICULTURAL WATER MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Biophysics
M. C. Ramos, F. Martinez de Toda
Summary: The development and quality of grapes are influenced by soil and weather conditions. This study analyzed the phenology and grape composition of the Carignan cultivar in Rioja DOCa over a 13-year period. The findings suggest that warming temperatures could lead to earlier growth stages for this grape variety, but may not have a significant impact on grape quality.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOMETEOROLOGY
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Maria Concepcion Ramos, Fernando Martinez de Toda
Summary: This research analyzes the influence of climatic conditions on the phenology and grape composition of Macabeo. The study reveals that climate variability has a significant impact on grape yield and quality.
JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Luca Grandinetti, Carlos Cantero-Martinez, Maria Concepcion Ramos
Summary: This research examines the impact of no-tillage versus conventional tillage on soil aggregate stability under irrigation. The results show that conventional tillage increases soil sealing susceptibility and decreases soil aggregate stability, while no-tillage can reduce soil sealing and improve soil aggregate stability.
LAND DEGRADATION & DEVELOPMENT
(2022)
Review
Plant Sciences
Daniel Cantabella, Ramon Dolcet-Sanjuan, Neus Teixido
Summary: The use of beneficial microorganisms improves the performance of in vitro-cultured plants through the improvement of plant nutrition, the biological control of microbial pathogens, or the production of phytohormones that promote plant growth and development. In vitro culture techniques are highly useful to obtain significant amounts of true-to-type and disease-free plant materials, but the efficiency of these techniques can be limited by recalcitrant genotypes and endophytic contaminations. Beneficial interactions between plants and plant growth-promoting microorganisms (PGPMs) can efficiently solve these limitations.
Article
Agronomy
Marta Balsells-Llaurado, Nuria Vall-llaura, Josep Usall, Carla Casals, Neus Teixido, Rosario Torres
Summary: This study investigated the effects of two postharvest storage conditions on the quality and fungal disease incidence of organic nectarines. The results showed that fruit bagging and storage conditions significantly influenced fruit decay and quality, highlighting the importance of modulating light to reduce decay and improve fruit quality.
BIOLOGICAL AGRICULTURE & HORTICULTURE
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Marta Balsells-Llaurado, Nuria Vall-llaura, Josep Usall, Christian J. Silva, Barbara Blanco-Ulate, Neus Teixido, Maria Caballol, Rosario Torres
Summary: Brown rot, caused by Monilinia spp., is the most devastating fungal disease in peaches and nectarines. This study aimed to investigate the expression of terpenoid biosynthetic genes in fruit tissues with different susceptibility to brown rot. The results showed that plant terpenoids play a crucial role in plant defense against the pathogen, and the expression of some biosynthetic genes varies between different developmental stages. Understanding these responses can contribute to the breeding or development of strategies to control brown rot in stone fruit.
Article
Agronomy
Carla Casals, Joan Segarra, Rosario Torres, Neus Teixido, Antonieta De Cal, Josep Usall
Summary: Monilinia spp. is a major pathogen that affects stone fruit, and the standard practice for controlling this disease is through synthetic fungicides. In this study, a warning system was developed that successfully controlled the disease by considering fruit susceptibility, inoculum presence, and climatic factors. This work is important for reducing fungicide use and improving control efficacy.
Article
Microbiology
Lucia Verde-Yanez, Nuria Vall-llaura, Josep Usall, Neus Teixido, Elia Torreblanca-Bravo, Rosario Torres
Summary: Monilinia is the causal agent of brown rot in stone fruit, and the infection capacity of the three main species is influenced by environmental factors. Fungi can produce melanin-like pigments to survive in unfavorable conditions, and this study identified the genes involved in the melanin synthesis pathway in Monilinia spp. Furthermore, the relationship between pigment synthesis and gene activation for fungi survival and detoxification was analyzed.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Leticia Gaspar, Trenton E. Franz, Arturo Catala, Ivan Lizaga, Maria Concepcion Ramos, Ana Navas
Summary: To ensure sustainable agricultural management, understanding the soil erosion rates and soil water content under different conditions is vital. This study utilizes cosmic-ray neutron sensors and fallout 137Cs as novel approaches to explore the relationship between soil water content and soil redistribution processes. Results show that the neutron sensors effectively capture soil moisture dynamics and highlight the sensitivity of soil water content to parent material. The study also finds that soil type significantly influences soil moisture spatial variability, impacting soil erosion and sedimentation rates.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Maria Concepcion Ramos, Ivan Lizaga, Leticia Gaspar, Ana Navas
Summary: This study investigated phosphorus (P) delivery and transport during flood events in an agroforestry catchment. Sediments were collected from five locations in the catchment over a period of 5 years, and properties such as particle size, soil organic matter, low frequency magnetic susceptibility, and P and Ti concentrations were analyzed. The results showed that the sediment exhibited enrichment in P compared to the sediment sources, with higher P concentrations associated with clay and organic matter-rich sediment. The highest P losses were recorded at the catchment outlet, where cropland was dominant. The differences in monitoring campaigns were attributed to variations in precipitation patterns, which influenced the hydrological response.
LAND DEGRADATION & DEVELOPMENT
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Rafael Lopez-Cruz, Guillem Segarra, Rosario Torres, Neus Teixido, Juan Arturo Ragazzo-Sanchez, Montserrat Calderon-Santoyo
Summary: This study aimed to expand the biocontrol activity of Meyerozyma guilliermondii LMA-Cp01. The inhibition of postharvest pathogens on different fruits was tested, and the effect of spraying or dipping application of the actinomycete for biocontrol was evaluated. LMA-Cp01 showed promising efficacy in reducing disease incidence and severity on apples, pears, and oranges, with higher effectiveness observed through spraying application.
ARCHIVES OF PHYTOPATHOLOGY AND PLANT PROTECTION
(2023)
Review
Horticulture
Neus Teixido, Josep Usall, Rosario Torres
Summary: BCAs are proposed as an alternative to synthetic fungicides, but face constraints and challenges in production and formulation. Stability can be improved by special conditions and protective substances, and packaging conditions should be considered for extended shelf life.