Article
Plant Sciences
Kangqi Sang, Junjie Li, Xiangjie Qian, Jingquan Yu, Yanhong Zhou, Xiaojian Xia
Summary: Brassinosteroids play critical roles in fruit ripening, and ethylene signaling regulates BR synthesis and signaling through AP2a mediation.
Article
Horticulture
Pedro Henrique Gorni, Gustavo Rios de Lima, Lucia Maria de Oliveira Pereira, Kamille Daleck Spera, Allan de Marcos Lapaz, Ana Claudia Pacheco
Summary: This study evaluated the effect of foliar spray of rutin on tomato plants. The results showed that rutin can improve the photosynthetic performance and metabolism of tomato plants, leading to improved growth parameters and fruit yield. Additionally, rutin application also increased the concentration of secondary compounds in tomato fruits, enhancing their antioxidant capacity.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Bo-Sen Wu, Mahnaz Mansoori, Keli Trumpler, Philip Wiredu Addo, Sarah MacPherson, Mark Lefsrud
Summary: Full-spectrum light-emitting diodes (LEDs) with specific amber and blue light wavelengths and bandwidths were studied for their effects on tomato growth and production efficiency. Narrow amber light combined with narrow blue light led to the highest fresh mass yield, followed by white LED and a high-pressure sodium lamp. Chlorophyll content increased with the addition of blue light. The findings suggest that precise selection of amber and blue wavelengths can greatly impact tomato growth and development, making narrow-wavelength combination a more energy-efficient option.
Article
Plant Sciences
Elisa Appolloni, Francesco Orsini, Giuseppina Pennisi, Xavier Gabarrell Durany, Ivan Paucek, Giorgio Gianquinto
Summary: The study found that supplemental LED lighting has significant positive effects on enhancing tomato yield, soluble solid content, ascorbic acid content, leaf chlorophyll content, photosynthetic capacity, and leaf area, but not on leaf stomatal conductance.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Alessio V. V. Tallarita, Lorenzo Vecchietti, Nadezhda A. A. Golubkina, Agnieszka Sekara, Eugenio Cozzolino, Massimo Mirabella, Antonio Cuciniello, Roberto Maiello, Vincenzo Cenvinzo, Pasquale Lombardi, Gianluca Caruso
Summary: Biostimulants, specifically protein hydrolysate (PH), have a significant impact on tomato yield, quality, and elemental composition. The study found that the number of biostimulant applications and soil electrical conductivity influenced fruit yield, dry residue, Brixo, and antioxidant status of tomatoes. PH treatment showed a higher beneficial effect on fruit antioxidant status in winter compared to summer. Furthermore, PH affected the concentration of mineral elements in the tomato plants, with some elements increasing and others decreasing depending on the treatment.
Article
Horticulture
Maria Concepcion Ayuso-Yuste, Francisco Gonzalez-Cebrino, Mercedes Lozano-Ruiz, Ana Maria Fernandez-Leon, Maria Josefa Bernalte-Garcia
Summary: This study evaluated the physicochemical parameters, functional properties, and sensory characteristics of five traditional tomato varieties at different ripening stages. The traditional varieties showed higher levels of lycopene and vitamin C compared to the commercial hybrid. Among the traditional varieties, one particular variety stood out for its high levels of total soluble solids, vitamin C, and total antioxidant activity. These traditional varieties can be a viable alternative to satisfy consumer demand for organic produce.
Article
Agronomy
Elisa Appolloni, Ivan Paucek, Giuseppina Pennisi, Luigi Manfrini, Xavier Gabarrell, Giorgio Gianquinto, Francesco Orsini
Summary: In a high-wire tomato greenhouse, solar radiation is mostly intercepted by the top of the crop canopy, and the role of lower leaves diminishes with age, turning them into sink organs rather than sources. Basal leaf defoliation is a widely used practice in high-wire greenhouse cultivation management. However, supplemental LED lighting for high-density tomato production may affect the role of basal leaves, promoting their source role for fruit development and growth.
Article
Agronomy
Francesco De Sio, Mariateresa Rapacciuolo, Alessandro De Giorgi, Luca Sandei, Bonaventura Giuliano, Alessio Tallarita, Nadezhda Golubkina, Agnieszka Sekara, Vasile Stoleru, Antonio Cuciniello, Giuseppe Morano, Gianluca Caruso
Summary: The research in Southern Italy evaluated the effects of industrial processing on yield and quality of four tomato hybrids grown organically and aimed at dicing, with MAX 14111 and HMX 4228 showing the highest values. Improved tomato genotypes targeted at dicing show promising results in both field and processing phases.
Article
Agronomy
Otilia Cristina Murariu, Creola Brezeanu, Carmenica Doina Jitareanu, Teodor Robu, Liviu Mihai Irimia, Alina Elena Trofin, Lorena-Diana Popa, Vasile Stoleru, Florin Murariu, Petre Marian Brezeanu
Summary: This study aimed to promote healthy and balanced lifestyle through increased sustainable production and consumption of fruits and vegetables, comparing the effects of field vs. plastic tunnel growing systems on organic improved tomato genotypes. Results showed higher values of ascorbic acid in field-cultivated tomatoes, while beta-carotene and lycopene content were higher in genotypes grown under plastic tunnel conditions. Significant statistical differences were observed in most parameters between cultivation conditions, highlighting the importance of selecting genotypes that respond positively to organic cultivation in terms of antioxidant compounds.
Article
Agronomy
Sonam Rawat, Lalit Bhatt, Pramod Kumar Singh, Poonam Gautam, Suresh Kumar Maurya, Leo Sabatino, Pradeep Kumar
Summary: Protected cultivation is resource-efficient, but also resource-intensive. This study assessed the effect of different NPK fertilization rates and scheduling approaches on tomato cultivation in Indian sub-tropics. The recommended dose of fertilizer (100% RDF) with specific scheduling was found to be optimum for tomato yield, water use efficiency, and economics under protected conditions.
Article
Horticulture
Alessandro Bandeira Dalbianco, Adalberto Santi, Regiane Cristina de Oliveira, Cristine Vanz Borges, Diego Fernando Daniel, Daiane Andreia Trento, Fernanda Lourenco Dipple, Rivanildo Dallacort, Santino Seabra Junior
Summary: This study aimed to determine the combination of a suitable tomato hybrid and soil cover for superior production performance and quality attributes of tomato fruits. Plastic mulch cover provided higher total and commercial yields, while the Fascinio hybrid showed better production attributes with larger fruit sizes and higher levels of bioactive compounds, especially when grown in plastic mulch cover. The results indicate that soil cover management influences the production and quality of tomato fruits.
Article
Horticulture
Evangelia Georgaki, Kallimachos Nifakos, Anastasios Kotsiras, Dimitrios Fanourakis, George Tsaniklidis, Costas Delis, Ioakim K. Spiliopoulos
Summary: The study evaluates the nutritional composition and antioxidant activity of different tomato germplasm varieties, including small-fruit and large-fruit, at two maturity stages. Small-fruit varieties tend to have higher fat and ascorbic acid content, as well as hydrophilic antioxidant activity. Lycopene content and lipophilic antioxidant activity are significantly higher at the red ripe stage. This study highlights the importance of reintroducing germplasm varieties in breeding programs and the quality of local varieties.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Amal Ghannem, Imed Ben Aissa, Rajouene Majdoub
Summary: The study demonstrates that under managed water regimes, deficit irrigation can increase tomato yield and improve fruit quality, particularly during ripening fruit and flowering stages. Physiological indicators of tomato plants, such as leaf stomatal conductance and chlorophyll index, can serve as efficient indicators of water status.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Lorena Martinez-Zamora, Noelia Castillejo, Francisco Artes-Hernandez
Summary: The objective of this study was to assess the impact of visible spectrum LED lighting on the quality and bioactive compounds of Kumato(R) cherry tomatoes during shelf-life. The tomatoes were stored under different LED lights and darkness. The results showed that illumination with blue + red LED or blue LED enhanced the content of bioactive compounds, while green + red and green + far-red LED also stimulated the biosynthesis of certain compounds.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Horticulture
Giulia Nayara Duarte, Wilson Roberto Maluf, Giuliana Rayane Barbosa Duarte, Andressa Souza de Oliveira, Vicente Licursi
Summary: The objective of this study was to assess the effects of tomato ripening mutant alleles rin, nor, and norA on fruit shelf life and fruit color, as well as their combined effects with color-enhancing alleles ogc and hp. The experiment involved twelve tomato genotypes and the results showed that the double heterozygous combination rin+/rin nor+/norA effectively improved fruit shelf life compared to the normal genotype and single heterozygous genotypes rin+/rin or nor+/norA. The potential negative effects of rin+/rin nor+/norA on fruit color can be mitigated by the simultaneous deployment of alleles ogc and hp.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Irving Caballero-Quintana, Daniel Romero-Borja, Jose-Luis Maldonado, Juan Nicasio-Collazo, Olivia Amargos-Reyes, Antonio Jimenez-Gonzalez
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Irving Caballero-Quintana, Olivia Amargos-Reyes, Jose-Luis Maldonado, Juan Nicasio-Collazo, Daniel Romero-Borja, Denisse Barreiro-Arguelles, Gabor Molnar, Azzedine Bousseksou
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Wilson Bernal, Karnambaram Anandhan, M. Judith Percino, Oracio Barbosa-Garcia, Enrique Perez-Gutierrez, Margarita Ceron, Jose-Luis Maldonado, Martha Sosa Rivadeneyra, Subbiah Thamotharan
Summary: A systematic study was conducted on the changes in optoelectronic properties of DPimdPPA films due to treatments with acid or temperature. The treatments induced enhancements in fluorescence quantum yield and hypsochromic shifts. Crystallinity in the films was induced by these treatments, leading to changes in film morphology. These changes were utilized to tune the emission in OLEDs, resulting in different emission colors and improved luminous parameters.
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Julio Rivera-Taco, Rigoberto Castro-Beltran, Jose-Luis Maldonado, Jonathan Alvarez-Martinez, Denisse Barreiro-Arguelles, Jorge A. Gaspar, Gerardo Gutierrez-Juarez
Summary: By introducing Ag-NPs into the PEDOT:PSS layer, the power conversion efficiency of organic solar cells was successfully improved. The incorporation of Ag-NPs increased light absorption and enhanced performance through localized surface plasmonic resonance effect.
JOURNAL OF ELECTRONIC MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Yaily Fernandez-Arteaga, Jose-Luis Maldonado, Juan Nicasio-Collazo, Marco-Antonio Meneses-Nava, Mario Rodriguez, Oracio Barbosa-Garcia, Uriel Sierra, Salvador Fernandez, Bernardo Antonio Frontana-Uribe
Summary: A novel bilayer anode material composed of a graphene derivative and PH1000 polymer is proposed as a sustainable alternative to ITO in the manufacture of organic solar cells. The new material exhibits good performance characteristics such as low cost and ease of processing, showing potential for replacing ITO as an anode material.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Irving Caballero-Quintana, Julio Rivera-Taco, Cecile Barthes, Juan Nicasio-Collazo, Gabriel Ramos-Ortiz, Jose-Luis Maldonado, Valerie Maraval, Remi Chauvin
Summary: Three carbo-mer derivatives with different electro-active groups were studied for their electrical properties and self-assembly behavior, revealing structure-specific organization on the substrate. Work function and hole mobility values were measured, with potential applications in replacing PEDOT:PSS in organic solar cells explored.
Article
Spectroscopy
M. A. Meneses-Nava, J. Pichardo, M. Rodriguez, I Rosas-Roman, J. L. Maldonado
Summary: The article discusses methods for detecting metals in water. By combining laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy technology and metallic nanoparticles, it is possible to directly measure detection limits of a few ppb in liquid samples, providing potential for water quality monitoring.
SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA PART B-ATOMIC SPECTROSCOPY
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Jonatan Rodriguez-Rea, Marisol Guizado-Rodriguez, Jose-Luis Maldonado, Gabriel Ramos-Ortiz, Jose Ulises Reveles, Carlos Silva, Victor Barba, Esmeralda Monserrat Saucedo-Salazar, Maria Teresa Rodriguez Hernandez
Summary: A series of PFDPP copolymers based on fluorene and diketopyrrolopyrrole monomers were successfully synthesized via direct arylation polycondensation, with the optimal catalyst amount being 12% resulting in a high yield of 81.5% and high molecular weight. These copolymers exhibit distinctive donor-acceptor structure, good fluorescence performance, and relatively high two-photon absorption cross-section.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Andres Castro-Chacon, Alejandra Castro-Carranza, Olivia Amargos-Reyes, Jose-Luis Maldonado, Orlando Hernandez-Cristobal, David Guzman-Caballero, Israel Mejia, Aldo Vazquez, Juergen Gutowski, Jairo C. Nolasco
Summary: A different approach to study the open-circuit voltage (V-OC) tuning effect in ternary organic solar cells is proposed in this work. The experiment shows that increasing the concentration of the third component leads to an increase in the V-OC of the devices.
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
S. Garcia-Carvajal, H. Palestina-Landa, M. E. Nicho, M. C. Arenas-Arrocena, J. L. Maldonado, D. Hernandez-Martinez, J. Santos-Cruz, P. Altuzar-Coello
Summary: Poly(3-hexylthiophene-2,5-diyl)/iron (II) disulfide ((P3HT)/FeS2) composites were synthesized by in-situ Grignard metathesis, and the effects of FeS2 incorporation in P3HT on its physicochemical properties were investigated. The incorporation of FeS2 increased the charge storage and grain size of P3HT, and modified the oxidation potential of RR-P3HT. Furthermore, the addition of FeS2 in the active layer of hybrid solar cells improved the efficiency of the photovoltaic devices.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
A. Vazquez, A. Castro-Carranza, M. Rodriguez, J. L. Maldonado, A. Castro-Chacon, L. Garcia-Gonzalez, J. Hernandez-Torres, J. Martinez-Castillo, L. Zamora-Peredo, J. Gutowski, J. C. Nolasco
Summary: In this study, a new hybrid organic-inorganic ternary solar cell structure using a novel boron compound is proposed. The performance of the device is investigated with different combinations of donor polymers and boron compounds. The highest efficiency of 11.7% is achieved with a ternary solar cell consisting of PTB7 and a borinate with a bandgap of 1.66 eV and a medium trap energy depth of 0.95 eV above the HOMO level.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jonatan Rodriguez-Rea, Marisol Guizado-Rodriguez, Jose-Luis Maldonado, Gabriel Ramos-Ortiz, J. Ulises Reveles, Carlos Silva, Victor Barba, Esmeralda M. Saucedo-Salazar, Maria Teresa Rodriguez Hernandez
Summary: A range of D-A oligomers based on TT, BTT, and DPP were synthesized using eco-friendly direct arylation polymerization. These oligomers exhibited notable properties in terms of infrared photoluminescence and optical nonlinear absorption. The dynamics of excited states in these oligomers were studied in solution, nanoparticles, and solid films. Additionally, the application of a BTT derivative in ternary organic solar cells resulted in an improvement in conversion efficiency.
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Alvaro Guerra-Him, Yaily Fernandez-Arteaga, Jose-Luis Maldonado, Maiby Valle-Orta, Uriel Sierra, Salvador Fernandez, Bernardo Antonio Frontana-Uribe
Summary: This study presents a fabrication method for a low-cost and semitransparent three-layer graphene electrode. The electrode is made from an easily processable graphene derivative and the conductive polymer PH1000. Raman spectroscopy and theoretical calculations confirm the multilayer structure of the graphene derivative film, with an estimated 7 layers. Experimental measurements determine a thickness of approximately 5 nm for the film. The alternative three-layer graphene electrode exhibits a high transmittance of about 78% at 550 nm and a low electrical resistance of about 88 ohm/sq. These results show promising potential for the graphene derivative electrode in photovoltaic devices and other applications.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE-MATERIALS IN ELECTRONICS
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Arelis Ledesma-Juarez, Mario Rodriguez, Marisol Guizado-Rodriguez, Arian Espinosa-Roa, J. Pablo Garcia-Merinos, Jose-Luis Maldonado
Summary: Two photovoltaic materials based on isoindigo (PFI) or diketopyrrolopyrrol (PFDPPT-A) and fluorene connected by thiophenes were designed and synthesized as electro-donors to obtain -(D-π-A) n polymers. Low-cost methodology was promoted by using the direct arylation (DA) reaction as a polymerization process for the synthesis of these photovoltaic materials. The molecular structure of the copolymers was established by IR, H 1 -NMR experiments, and determination of molecular weight. The electronic architecture of PFI and PFDPPT-A was estimated by theoretical study and confirmed by absorption spectroscopy and electrochemical measurements, confirming the intramolecular charge transfer. Evaluating the effect of n-bridge elongation on photovoltaic responses, a comparison of energy levels and optical features of polymers with similar structures was developed. The photovoltaic performance of PFI and PFDPPT-A was evaluated in organic solar cells (OSCs) using the BHJ approach and devices were fabricated under regular atmosphere conditions, showing improved photovoltaic character with the addition of thiophene ring, with PFI-based OSCs displaying a high Voc value of 1.05 V compared to previous isoindigo derivatives reports.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR STRUCTURE
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Jonatan Rodriguez-Rea, Marisol Guizado-Rodriguez, Julio C. Carrillo-Sendejas, Jose-Luis Maldonado
Summary: In this study, two types of ternary organic solar cells were developed by adding a donor-acceptor polymer called PFDPP-1 as a second electro-donor component. The addition of PFDPP-1 significantly improved the power conversion efficiency and short circuit current density, leading to enhanced overall photovoltaic performance.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE-MATERIALS IN ELECTRONICS
(2023)
Article
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)