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Horticulture
Facundo J. Calderon, Antonio M. Weibel, Eduardo R. Trentacoste
Summary: The study showed that different interstock lengths can significantly impact the peach trees' shoot length, flower quantity, and canopy volume, with Hiawatha, Krymsk (R) 1, and Citation interstocks showing significant reductions in these aspects compared to the Control. Conversely, Damas GF 1869, Monpol, MrS 2/5, and Myran interstocks exhibited similar vegetative growth to the Control. Choosing appropriate interstocks can increase flower quantity and density, contributing to improved yield and management of peach trees.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2021)
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Plant Sciences
Shinichi Enoki, Keisuke Tanaka, Ayane Moriyama, Norimichi Hanya, Norika Mikami, Shunji Suzuki
Summary: This study found that the VvCYP90D1 gene in grapevine plays a crucial role in promoting vine growth through the synthesis of the plant hormone BR. The results contribute to the understanding of the molecular mechanisms underlying vine growth and can potentially lead to the development of new techniques for vine management.
PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
(2023)
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Agronomy
Gemma Reig, Ignasi Iglesias, Lourdes Zazurca, Laura Torguet, Guillem Martinez, Xavier Miarnau
Summary: Two trials were conducted to monitor the physiological and agronomic performance of 'Vairo' almond and 'Big Top' nectarine cultivars grafted onto different Prunus rootstocks under Mediterranean conditions. The results showed that rootstock and date significantly affected the physiological and agronomical traits of the cultivars.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Atique-ur Rehman, Zartash Fatima, Rafi Qamar, Fizza Farukh, Mona S. Alwahibi, Mubshar Hussain
Summary: Boron deficiency is a major constraint for mungbean productivity and grain biofortification in Pakistan. Seed priming with boron can improve mungbean growth and yield, but the dosage needs to be optimized.
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Horticulture
Jean-Claude N'Zi, Jean-Parfait Kouadio Brou, Alban Antoine Kacou M'Bo, Wenceslas Affessi, Henri Kouadio Kouassi, Christophe Kouame
Summary: The objective of this study was to improve cacao production through its association with Ricinodendron heudelotii in western Cote d'Ivoire. Measurements were taken to assess the morphological variability of R. heudelotii and its impact on cacao trees. The results showed that the presence of R. heudelotii within cacao trees reduced pod rot, stabilized pod damage, and increased biomass production and carbon storage of cacao trees. The distance between the two species did not affect the vigor and yield of cacao trees. However, cacao density was reduced in the closer proximity to R. heudelotii. Therefore, integrating R. heudelotii into cacao agroforestry systems could improve cacao production, but factors such as cacao density and variety selection should be considered for system sustainability.
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Horticulture
Flavia Lourenco da Silva, Pricila Santos da Silva, Sabrina Baldissera, Bruno Pirolli, Leo Rufato, Flavio Gilberto Herter
Summary: The objective of this study was to evaluate the agronomic performance of Geneva series apple rootstocks G.202, G.213, G.210, and G.814. G.202 and G.213 were found to be less vigorous and considered dwarfs. G.213 showed the highest efficiency, maintaining its yield efficiency and stability under replanting conditions. All rootstocks reached a goal of 120 tons/ha of accumulated yield in Caxias do Sul-RS, offering faster financial return to growers. G.213 also had higher soluble solids content, indicating the possibility of earlier harvesting. In conclusion, G.210 and G.213 are good options for replanting areas, with G.213 being suitable for more dense systems and G.210 for extreme replanting conditions.
REVISTA BRASILEIRA DE FRUTICULTURA
(2023)
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Rika Murakami, Midori Natsume, Kentaro Ito, Shukuko Ebihara, Masakazu Terauchi
Summary: To investigate the effects of flavanol-rich cacao extract on fatigue and mood conditions of middle-aged women, a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study was conducted. The results showed that consuming flavanol-rich cacao extract suppressed negative moods and promoted positive moods in healthy middle-aged women. This suggests that cacao flavanols may be a useful food material for improving variable mood conditions in middle-aged women and supporting their active lives.
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Horticulture
Ana Maria Henao Ramirez, Diana Maria Cano Martinez, Rodrigo Alberto Hoyos Sanchez, Aura Ines Urrea Trujillo
Summary: The transition of promising technologies for cacao tree production from research to commercial scale is difficult and expensive, resulting in underestimation of plantlet production timeframe and long laboratory processes. Somatic embryogenesis is considered the most suitable technology for large-scale production, but its practical application and cost-effectiveness are limited. This study aimed to produce the CCN51 genotype on a pilot scale in the laboratory, defining stages for production and reducing cycle time.
JOURNAL OF HORTICULTURAL SCIENCE & BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Horticulture
Annalisa Tarantino, Laura Frabboni, Grazia Disciglio
Summary: This study investigated the impact of different irrigation levels on the growth and yield of young pomegranate trees of the Wonderful cultivar. The results demonstrated that water restriction led to a decrease in plant growth and fruit yield. Additionally, a linear relationship between water consumption and yield was observed, with pomegranates showing sensitivity to water deficits.
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Horticulture
Karoly Hrotko, Krisztina Nemeth-Csigai, Lajos Magyar, Gitta Ficzek
Summary: Due to climate changes, drought- and lime-tolerant Prunus mahaleb rootstock may gain importance. Our study tested the performance of different rootstocks and found that Magyar and Bogdany rootstocks are suitable for the Hungarian Cherry Spindle orchard system.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Pricila Santos da Silva, Juliana Martins de Lima, Marllon Fernando Soares dos Santos, Daiana Petry, Leo Rufato, Francine Regianini Nerbass, Amauri Bogo
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the effect of different rootstocks from the American Geneva (R) series on the yield performance of apple cultivars. The results showed significant differences in vigor, productivity, and fruit quality when different rootstock combinations were used. Less vigorous rootstock combinations could result in higher yield and lower labor costs.
Review
Plant Sciences
Yeirme Y. Jaimes-Suarez, Albert S. Carvajal-Rivera, Donald A. Galvis-Neira, Fabricio E. L. Carvalho, Jairo Rojas-Molina
Summary: The article discusses the threats to global food security, with a focus on some cacao-producing countries in South America. Agroforestry systems have been proposed as an alternative for sustainable agriculture, but limitations such as competition and diseases have led many producers to opt for monoculture.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Entomology
Benjamin C. Thrash, Angus L. Catchot, Jeffrey Gore, Donald Cook, Fred R. Musser, Trenton Irby, Jason Krutz, Gus M. Lorenz
Summary: The effects of planting date on soybean yield loss from defoliation were evaluated in field experiments, showing that yield reduction increased with delayed planting. Further research is needed to accurately determine defoliation thresholds at lower levels.
JOURNAL OF ECONOMIC ENTOMOLOGY
(2021)
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Forestry
Jose Luis Solis Bonilla, Uilson Vanderlei Lopes, Alfredo Zamarripa Colmenero, Biaani Beeu Martinez Valencia, Carlos Hugo Avendano Arrazate, Julio Alfonso Chia Wong, Karina Peres Gramacho
Summary: This study used path analysis to investigate phenotypic correlations and direct/indirect effects in a cacao breeding population. It found that the total number of pods per tree had significant positive effects on bean dry weight per tree, and indirect selection on this trait could improve selection efficiency for high bean yield.
TREE GENETICS & GENOMES
(2022)
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Agronomy
Suwei Feng, Chenchen Shi, Peiyu Wang, Weihua Ding, Tiezhu Hu, Zhengang Ru
Summary: Optimizing supplemental irrigation measures and enhancing stem lodging resistance are key factors for achieving high and stable yield and efficiency in wheat. The study found that using appropriate combinations of supplemental irrigation can promote stem growth and filling, enhance stem strength, reduce lodging, and improve yield and water use efficiency.
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Plant Sciences
Francis Kwame Padi, Atta Ofori, Abraham Akpertey
PLANT GENETIC RESOURCES-CHARACTERIZATION AND UTILIZATION
(2017)
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Plant Sciences
Francis Kwame Padi, Atta Ofori, Abraham Akpertey
PLANT GENETIC RESOURCES-CHARACTERIZATION AND UTILIZATION
(2017)
Article
Agronomy
Francis Kusi, Francis K. Padi, Daniel Obeng-Ofori, Stephen K. Asante, Richard Y. Agyare, Issah Sugri, Michael P. Timko, Robert Koebner, Bao-Lam Huynh, Jansen R. P. Santos, Timothy J. Close, Philip A. Roberts
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Horticulture
Paul K. K. Adu-Gyamfi, Mustapha Abu Dadzie, Michael Barnor, Abraham Akpertey, Alfred Arthur, Seth Osei-Akoto, Atta Ofori, Francis Padi
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2019)
Article
Forestry
Atta Ofori, Alfred Arthur, Francis K. Padi
TREE GENETICS & GENOMES
(2019)
Article
Agronomy
Jerome Agbesi Dogbatse, Alfred Arthur, Francis Kwame Padi, Sampson Konlan, Amos Kojo Quaye, Frank Owusu-Ansah, Godfred Kweku Awudzi
COMMUNICATIONS IN SOIL SCIENCE AND PLANT ANALYSIS
(2020)
Article
Agronomy
Atta Ofori, Francis K. Padi
Article
Plant Sciences
Abraham Akpertey, Francis K. Padi, Lyndel Meinhardt, Dapeng Zhang
Summary: Accurate genotype identification is crucial for breeding new varieties of Coffea canephora L. with tolerance to biotic and abiotic stresses. This study validated SNP markers, uncovering mislabeling in genetic material and parentage errors. Analysis revealed significant genetic divergence among different populations of C. canephora genotypes.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
O. Domfeh, G. A. Ameyaw, A. Y. Boakye, M. O. Opoku-Agyeman, A. Arthur, A. Akpertey, F. K. Padi, H. K. Dzahini-Obiatey
Summary: The study revealed that cacao trees inoculated with the mild strain CSSV-N1 showed higher yield and reduced CSSVD symptom severity compared to those inoculated with CSSV-1A or non-inoculated. The number of inner rows inoculated with CSSV-N1 and individual CSSV strains significantly influenced CSSVD severity and canopy cover of cacao plants, indicating different inoculation methods can affect the growth of cacao trees. DNA fingerprinting analysis showed that genetic make-up of planting material did not significantly contribute to variation in disease severity or canopy status, while some soil parameters were found to have significant relationships with CSSVD symptom severity and canopy status.
AUSTRALASIAN PLANT PATHOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Agronomy
Esther Anokye, Samuel T. Lowor, Jerome A. Dogbatse, Francis K. Padi
Summary: The study found that potassium application can improve the growth and survival of cocoa seedlings under water stress, enhancing biomass partitioning to roots, relative water content, and leaf membrane stability. Varieties with PA 7 parentage showed higher tolerance to drought, with indicators such as biomass partitioning to roots, RWC, chlorophyll fluorescence, and leaf electrolyte leakage being reliable predictors of cocoa seedling tolerance to drought.
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Agronomy
Abraham Akpertey, Francis Kwame Padi, Lyndel Meinhardt, Dapeng Zhang
Summary: The study analyzed the genetic distances between parental clones of Robusta coffee hybrids and found a significant correlation between genetic distances and hybrid yield performance. Selecting hybrids with higher genetic distances can increase yield gain, and inter-group hybrids outperformed intra-group hybrids in cumulative yield.
Article
Horticulture
Paul K. K. Adu-Gyamfi, Michael Barnnor, Abraham Akpertey, Francis Padi
Summary: Introduction of exotic clones into the pedigree of commercial cashew clones could be a viable strategy to improve the early nut yield and nut weight in West Africa. This study assessed the combining abilities of Beninese, Brazilian, and Ghanaian clones for early nut yield and nut weight, and found that they have different merits in these traits.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FRUIT SCIENCE
(2022)
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Agronomy
Wisdom Edem Anyomi, Michael Teye Barnor, Agyemang Danquah, Kwadwo Ofori, Francis Kwame Padi, Silas Wintuma Avicor, Iago Hale, Eric Yirenkyi Danquah
Summary: Due to the rapid genetic erosion of shea trees, urgent conservation efforts are needed. In situ germplasm conservation has been established to monitor and preserve the trees. Technologies have been developed to graft shea germplasms, allowing for the establishment of germplasm banks. This study evaluated the fruit and nut traits of tagged shea trees in their natural habitats.
Article
Agronomy
Paul K. K. Adu-Gyamfi, Michael Barnor, Abraham Akpertey, Abu Mustapha Dadzie, Edem Anyomi, Seth Osei-Akoto, Francis Padi
Summary: A germplasm survey was conducted to select high-yielding cashew trees across different agro-ecological zones for grafting and evaluation. The study identified top performing clones with potential for breeding resilient cashew varieties to increase production.
AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Agronomy
Atta Ofori, Francis K. Padi, Ishmael Amoako-Attah
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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)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
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)
Article
Horticulture
Yanfang Zhang, Xinzhi Cui, Zhilei Du, Xiulian Li, Bangdi Liu, Meng Liu, Xiangquan Zeng, Fengjun Guo, Xinguang Fan, Shuyang Sun
Summary: In this study, melatonin treatment effectively improved the aroma quality of apricots during low temperature storage by maintaining firmness and soluble solids content, inhibiting ethylene production, and regulating enzyme activities related to aroma synthesis.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Article
Horticulture
Sang-Mo Kang, Shifa Shaffique, Md. Injamum-Ul-Hoque, Sarah Owdah Alomrani, Yong-Sung Park, In-Jung Lee
Summary: Salinity is a global environmental problem that affects the physiology and morphology of plants. Melatonin has been found to improve photosynthesis, antioxidant activities, and seedling characteristics in milk thistle plants exposed to salinity stress, thereby enhancing their salt tolerance.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Article
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)
Review
Horticulture
Kayise Hypercia Maseko, Thierry Regnier, Belinda Meiring, Obiro Cuthbert Wokadala, Tonna Ashim Anyasi
Summary: Bananas are a significant tropical fruit with diverse cultivars, providing essential minerals, vitamins, and phytochemicals. The Cavendish group is preferred, but identifying suitable cultivars and maturity stages is crucial for various applications.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Article
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)
Article
Horticulture
Andrea Marcone, Giorgio Impollonia, Michele Croci, Henri Blandinieres, Stefano Amaducci
Summary: This study used Sentinel-2 satellite images to estimate biophysical and biochemical parameters of spinach crops and found that canopy-level parameters were estimated more accurately. The estimation of the canopy-scale parameter AGB using MCARI showed the highest accuracy, while the estimation of the leaf-scale parameter LCC using NDWI showed the lowest accuracy. At the field scale, the validation results for AGB estimation using SR were the best.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Article
Horticulture
Chengsheng Gong, Guangjun Guo, Baogui Pan, Changzhou Gao, Xianwei Zhu, Shubin Wang, Jinbing Liu, Weiping Diao
Summary: This study investigated the role of key cytokines and metabolic factors in the formation of plant-type traits in pepper. Through integrated analysis of RNA-seq and metabolite determination, the study identified the low content of gibberellin and high content of auxin as important factors causing plant dwarfing, and jasmonic acid as a metabolic factor affecting branch traits. A total of 131 candidate genes involved in metabolite synthesis and the formation of plant-type traits were identified.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Article
Horticulture
Yue Ma, Jia-Chen Hu, Yang Yu, Xin Cheng, Yan-Li Du, Qiang Zhao, Ji-Dao Du
Summary: Cadmium and drought stress significantly inhibited the growth of adzuki bean seedling plants, with the combined stress showing the highest degree of inhibition. Cd+D treatment reduced Cd accumulation in adzuki bean seedling roots. The treatment altered antioxidant enzyme activities and cell cycle phases in the roots, leading to changes in reactive oxygen species content.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2024)
Article
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)