Article
Plant Sciences
Cristina Ma Lopez, Saleh Alseekh, Fernando Torralbo, Felix J. Martinez Rivas, Alisdair R. Fernie, Francisco Amil-Ruiz, Josefa M. Alamillo
Summary: This study investigates the molecular response of common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.), an important legume crop, to water deficit. The results show that plants grown under symbiotic nitrogen fixation exhibit better drought tolerance and higher levels of metabolites such as ureides, abscisic acid, proline, raffinose, amino acids, sphingolipids, and triacylglycerols compared to plants fertilized with nitrate. Additionally, nitrogen-fixing plants recover better from drought stress.
JOURNAL OF EXPERIMENTAL BOTANY
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Hoda H. Senousy, Yousef Alhaj Hamoud, Abdelghafar M. Abu-Elsaoud, Omar Mahmoud Al Zoubi, Nessreen F. Abdelbaky, Muhammad Zia-ur-Rehman, Muhammad Usman, Mona H. Soliman
Summary: The application of aqueous algal extracts derived from Chlorella vulgaris and Dunaliella salina effectively mitigated the negative impact of salinity stress on Phaseolus vulgaris plants, improving their biomass allocation, water relations, and nutrient levels. This finding highlights the significance of algal extracts in alleviating salinity-induced stress in plants.
Article
Agronomy
Farai Siamasonta, Justine Njobvu, Swivia M. Hamabwe, Kalaluka Munyinda, Kelvin Kamfwa
Summary: Aluminum toxicity is a significant production constraint for common bean. A genome-wide association study identified genotypes with superior seedling Al resistance and detected genomic regions associated with Al resistance in the Andean gene pool. Major single nucleotide polymorphisms on chromosomes Pv01, Pv02, Pv03, Pv05, Pv06, and Pv10 were significantly linked to Al resistance, with the most significant SNP on Pv02 explaining 21.1% of phenotypic variation.
Article
Horticulture
Aleksandra Savic, Barbara Pipan, Mirjana Vasic, Vladimir Meglic
Summary: Genetic diversity and structure of common bean germplasm from Serbia was assessed using 27 SSR markers. Results showed higher variability in landraces compared to cultivars. Bayesian clustering model revealed clear separation into Mesoamerican and Andean gene pools, with a small admixed genetic structure group. Subdivision according to seed forms and genetic distance analysis further characterized the bean accessions. This study provides valuable information for conservation and breeding strategies of common bean germplasm in Western Balkans and beyond.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Luciany Favoreto, Mauricio Conrado Meyer, Angelica Calandrelli, Michele Corpolato Maia da Silva, Santino Aleandro da Silva, Andressa Cristina Zamboni Machado
Summary: Aphelenchoides besseyi, the causal agent of soybean green stem and foliar retention syndrome, has been reported parasitizing cotton in Brazil. In common bean, it causes symptoms like amachamiento and false angular spots, which are crucial for developing management strategies to prevent losses in bean crops in infested areas. This study provides the first report of the pathogenicity and symptoms caused by A. besseyi in common bean in Brazil.
Review
Chemistry, Medicinal
Stefania Peddio, Alessandra Padiglia, Faustina B. Cannea, Roberto Crnjar, Wissam Zam, Javad Sharifi-Rad, Antonio Rescigno, Paolo Zucca
Summary: Overweight and obesity rates are increasing globally, and reducing carbohydrate intake and absorption is a key dietary strategy. Common beans contain protein-based inhibitors that can reduce the absorption rate of carbohydrates. This article reviews the properties and types of common bean extracts, explores their potential benefits and the need for further clinical research.
PHYTOTHERAPY RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Beatrice Mwaipopo, Minna-Liisa Rajamaki, Neema Ngowi, Susan Nchimbi-Msolla, Paul J. R. Njau, Jari P. T. Valkonen, Deusdedith R. Mbanzibwa
Summary: The study revealed that more than 15 viruses pose a threat to common bean production in Tanzania, with wild plants potentially carrying viruses from 25 genera. The greatest virus diversity was found in the eastern and northern zones, while only a few viruses were detected in wild plants in the southern highlands zone.
Article
Agronomy
Petko Mladenov, Sibel Aziz, Elena Topalova, Jenny Renaut, Sebastien Planchon, Aamir Raina, Nasya Tomlekova
Summary: Drought stress has a negative impact on edible vegetable production globally, including economically important crops such as common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) that heavily rely on rainfall or irrigation. This study summarized phenotypic data of 26 Bulgarian common bean mutant lines and cultivars exposed to drought stress, and evaluated the drought stress response using chlorophyll fluorescence and proteomics approaches. Different responses were observed among the mutant lines as several basic photosynthetic parameters were examined. Additionally, a relationship was found between productivity and photosynthetic performance, as well as the expression of key proteins related to stress response. These findings provide support for the selection of drought tolerant common bean lines for sustainable agriculture.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Irene Bosmali, Ilias Giannenas, Styliani Christophoridou, Christos G. G. Ganos, Aggelos Papadopoulos, Fokion Papathanasiou, Alexandros Kolonas, Olga Gortzi
Summary: This study assessed the impact of genotype, location, and cultivation type on the nutrient and anti-nutrient components of large-seeded bean populations. Significant differences were found in protein, fiber, starch, fat, mineral content, and trypsin inhibitor levels. The location and year of cultivation also influenced the nutritional and antinutritional content of the beans.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Elsa Mecha, Guillaume L. Erny, Ana C. L. Guerreiro, Rodrigo P. Feliciano, Ines Barbosa, Andreia Bento da Silva, Susana T. Leitao, Maria Manuela Veloso, Diego Rubiales, Ana Rodriguez-Mateos, Maria Eduardo Figueira, Maria Carlota Vaz Patto, Maria Rosario Bronze
Summary: Metabolomics analysis of 107 Portuguese common bean accessions revealed that genotype is the most significant factor in bean metabolomics profiles, with genotype-environment interaction also playing a role. In the heat-stress environment, higher levels of salicylic acid and lower levels of triterpene saponins were detected. The study identified interesting metabolomics profiles for bean breeding, focusing on either local or broad adaptation.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Roberto Rodriguez Madrera, Ana Campa Negrillo, Belen Suarez Valles, Juan Jose Ferreira Fernandez
Summary: Dry beans are an important pulse consumed worldwide, with phenolic compounds in beans with colored coats found to be more efficient antioxidants. Total phenolic content can be considered as an indicator of antioxidant activity. These results provide a foundation for selecting dry beans with greater functional and nutritional interest for direct consumption, food formulations, or future breeding programs.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Claudia J. Hernandez-Guerrero, Nemesio Villa-Ruano, L. Gerardo Zepeda-Vallejo, Alma D. Hernandez-Fuentes, Karla Ramirez-Estrada, Sergio Zamudio-Lucero, Diego Hidalgo-Martinez, Elvia Becerra-Martinez
Summary: This study utilized 1H NMR metabolomics profiling to analyze different cultivars of Phaseolus vulgaris seeds and leaves, finding a similar metabolomics fingerprint with a variety of metabolites, higher concentrations of free amino acids in seeds, and more abundant organic acids in leaves. FN seeds and FPe leaves were highlighted for best nutritional properties, with high protein, flavonoids, amino acids, and nucleosides content.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Osvin Arriagada, Barbara Arevalo, Ricardo A. Cabeza, Basilio Carrasco, Andres R. Schwember
Summary: This study conducted a MQTL analysis to identify the most reliable and stable genomic regions associated with yield-related traits in common bean. A total of 42 MQTL were identified, which can be useful in common bean breeding programs. Additionally, 18 candidate genes associated with grain yield were identified within these MQTL.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Aga Pajak, Dristy Zaman, Ebenezer Ajewole, Sudhakar Pandurangan, Frederic Marsolais
Summary: The present study investigated the fluctuation of L-Asparaginase activity in common bean leaves with the photoperiod. The results demonstrated that K+-dependent asparaginase activity reaches its maximum level at the transition from dark to light in young leaves of common bean.
Review
Agronomy
Raul Huertas, Barbara Karpinska, Sophia Ngala, Bertha Mkandawire, Joyce Maling'a, Elizabeth Wajenkeche, Paul M. Kimani, Christine Boesch, Derek Stewart, Robert D. Hancock, Christine H. Foyer
Summary: Micronutrient deficiencies, particularly in iron and zinc, are a serious public health challenge affecting more than three billion people globally. Various strategies, including dietary diversification, food fortification, agronomic approaches, and biotechnology, are being used to address the problem. This review focuses on the genes and processes associated with iron and zinc accumulation in common beans and discusses the different approaches, such as conventional breeding, transgenics, and gene editing, being used to improve their nutritional content.
FOOD AND ENERGY SECURITY
(2023)
Review
Soil Science
Markus Freiling, Sabine von Tucher, Urs Schmidhalter
Summary: Phosphorus placement methods have different effects on crop yield, with deep band application showing advantages for wheat and maize. External factors such as site, year of cultivation, and crop variety can influence the impact of phosphorus placement on yield, yield components, and phosphorus uptake. More research is needed to understand the interactions between pH, soil phosphorus content, phosphorus placement, and yield effects.
SOIL & TILLAGE RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Salah El-Hendawy, Yaser Hassan Dewir, Salah Elsayed, Urs Schmidhalter, Khalid Al-Gaadi, ElKamil Tola, Yahya Refay, Muhammad Usman Tahir, Wael M. Hassan
Summary: This study examines the ability of canopy spectral reflectance data for accurate estimation of chlorophyll content in wheat genotypes. The results show that some spectral reflectance indices perform well in estimating chlorophyll content, while partial least square regression models exhibit poor performance for certain units of chlorophyll content.
Article
Agronomy
Ben Zhao, Syed Tahir Ata-Ul-Karim, Gilles Lemaire, Urs Schmidhalter, Aiwang Duan, Anzhen Qin, Dongfeng Ning, Shoutian Ma, Zugui Liu, Zhandong Liu
Summary: Water scarcity is a major factor limiting crop growth and productivity. This study developed a plant critical saturated water accumulation (SWA) curve for maize during the vegetative growth period, and used it to derive a plant water diagnosis index (WDI) for quantitatively assessing the in-season water status of maize. The results showed that the newly developed curve can accurately diagnose and categorize the water-limiting and non-water-limiting plant water status, and can be employed for precision irrigation management during maize cultivation.
FIELD CROPS RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Agronomy
Bo Shi, Yifan Yuan, Tingxuan Zhuang, Xuan Xu, Urs Schmidhalter, Syed Tahir Ata-UI-Karim, Ben Zhao, Xiaojun Liu, Yongchao Tian, Yan Zhu, Weixing Cao, Qiang Cao
Summary: This study aimed to improve the prediction accuracy of water status in winter wheat using machine learning and multi-source data. By constructing different spectral indices, the study predicted canopy water content, plant water content, and canopy equivalent water thickness. The best feature selection method and data were chosen, resulting in high prediction accuracy.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF AGRONOMY
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Hani Saber Saudy, Ibrahim Mohamed El-Metwally, Sara Telb Sobieh Telb, Saaeid Helmy Abd-Alhalim Abd-Alwahed
Summary: The study aimed to find new agricultural practices to solve issues caused by parasitic weeds like broomrape, among which the use of charcoal, mycorrhiza, and rocket salad powder showed improvements in seed yield and nutrient uptake in faba beans. It is recommended for farmers to use these practices for sustaining faba bean cultivation in lands infested by broomrape.
JOURNAL OF SOIL SCIENCE AND PLANT NUTRITION
(2022)
Article
Agronomy
Naayem M. M. Elgaml, Adel B. B. Salama, Heba Sh. Shehata, Magdi T. T. Abdelhamid
Summary: This study investigated the effects of irrigation management on herbal yield, essential oil, and physiological aspects of clary sage, as well as the application of biofertilizers in Egypt's Mediterranean climate zone. The results showed that the use of plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPRs) improved clary sage plants' ability to cope with water stress, resulting in increased macro and micronutrient concentrations, essential oil production, and improved growth traits. The application of PGPRs also reduced canopy temperature, indicating their potential for maintaining productivity in water stress conditions.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF AGRONOMY
(2022)
Article
Agronomy
Mervat Shamoon Sadak, Mona Gergis Dawood
Summary: The research found that the application of yeast extract and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi improved the growth, biochemical parameters, and yield of wheat plants under salt stress. High salinity had a negative impact on plant growth and yield, but the application of yeast extract and AMF alleviated these effects and improved plant growth and yield.
Article
Horticulture
Abdalla A. Ghoname, Nora A. AbdelMotlb, Faten S. Abdel-Al, Nashwa A. I. Abu El-Azm, Salama A. Abd Elhady, Othmane Merah, Magdi T. Abdelhamid
Summary: Legumes are sensitive to salt stress, especially in the early stages of growth. Exogenous application of brassinosteroids (BRs) or proline (Pro) can improve salt stress tolerance in legume plants. This study conducted pot experiments to investigate the roles of BRs or Pro in improving salt tolerance in snap beans. The results showed that BRs or Pro reduced the uptake and translocation of Na+ and Cl-, enhanced K+ assimilation, and improved water status, chlorophyll content, and antioxidant enzyme activity, thereby enhancing salt tolerance in snap beans.
JOURNAL OF HORTICULTURAL SCIENCE & BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Maximilian Loesch, Urs Schmidhalter
Summary: This study develops an algorithm to subdivide any given field into operable units based on actual tramlines and pneumatic spreaders, allowing for ex-ante specification of the required fertiliser amount. The algorithm demonstrates the implementation of an optimised application map supported by statistical information for each field unit. By comparing uniform fertilizer application with variable rate application and machinery with and without section control, areas with the greatest deviation and excess nitrogen application can be identified, enabling more precise nitrogen application to save nitrogen and decrease negative environmental impact.
PRECISION AGRICULTURE
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Ahmed M. S. Elfanah, Mohamed A. Darwish, Adel I. Selim, Mahmoud M. A. Shabana, Omnya M. A. Elmoselhy, Rania A. Khedr, Abdelraouf M. Ali, Magdi T. Abdelhamid
Summary: This study aimed to identify genotypes with higher grain yield and/or salinity tolerance from a group of 40 bread wheat genotypes. The results showed significant differences among the genotypes for grain yield and chlorophyll content under seawater dilution. Additionally, significant differences were detected in agronomic traits and spectral reflectance indices among genotypes. Genotype by traits and genotype by yield*trait biplots were useful for genotypes screening and selection. The study identified several superior genotypes that are recommended for sowing in salt-affected soils.
Article
Plant Sciences
Mervat Sh Sadak, Rania S. Hanafy, Fatma M. A. M. Elkady, Asmaa M. Mogazy, Magdi T. Abdelhamid
Summary: Calcium application has a beneficial effect on salt-stressed wheat plants by increasing photosynthetic pigments, hormones, and antioxidant enzymes, reducing the accumulation of free radicals, and enhancing the osmotic adjustment of plants. It is an effective method to improve wheat plants' tolerance to salt stress and promote their growth.
Article
Plant Sciences
Ling Zhang, Wu-Shuai Zhang, Qing-Feng Meng, Yun-Cai Hu, Urs Schmidhalter, Cheng-Hu Zhong, Guo-Yuan Zou, Xin-Ping Chen
Summary: Optimizing nitrogen management for summer maize production can increase yields, reduce environmental and health impacts, and improve economic benefits. It can significantly decrease acidification, eutrophication, global warming, and energy depletion potentials, while reducing health impacts and increasing profitability.
Article
Soil Science
Wael M. Semida, Taia A. Abd El-Mageed, Mohammed A. H. Gyushi, Shimaa A. Abd El-Mageed, Mostafa M. Rady, Abdelsattar Abdelkhalik, Othmane Merah, Ayman El Sabagh, Ibrahim M. El-Metwally, Mervat Sh. Sadak, Magdi T. Abdelhamid
Summary: This study investigates the potential of foliar spraying with selenium to mitigate the negative effects of water deficit on common bean plants in saline lands. The results indicate that foliar spraying selenium at 25 or 50 mg L-1 can attenuate the harmful effects of water stress, leading to improved growth, yield, water productivity, and chlorophyll content of the plants.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Mona Gergis Dawood, Mona Adel El-Wakeel, Mohammad El-Sayed El-Awadi, Kowthar Gad El-Rokiek, Samia Amin Saad El-Din
Summary: The aqueous extracts of red radish root and leaf were effective in controlling weeds associated with lupine plants, with leaf extract showing superior performance. Chemical herbicides also showed complete eradication of weeds, while the radish extracts promoted growth and yield of lupine plants.
EGYPTIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Mona G. Dawood, Mohamed E. El-Awadi, Ibrahim M. El-Metwally
Summary: This experiment investigated the physiological effects of mannitol on the growth and productivity of two faba bean cultivars. The results showed that Misr 2 cultivar performed better under sandy soil conditions and exhibited a more significant response to mannitol treatments. Mannitol treatments at 20 and 30 mM had a significant promoting effect on plant growth and yield.
EGYPTIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2022)
