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Agronomy
Fabio Rodrigo Thewes, Basem Mahmoud Balkees, Felix Buechele, Jens Norbert Wuensche, Daniel Alexandre Neuwald, Auri Brackmann
Summary: The study evaluated the effects of different treatments on the metabolism and quality of 'Elstar' and 'Nicoter' apple cultivars. Ethanol vapor treatments, especially at 500 ppm, were found to inhibit apple ripening, while 1-MCP treatment had a greater effect on 'Nicoter' apples. The treatments also led to accumulation of certain organic compounds, but below odor threshold levels.
POSTHARVEST BIOLOGY AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Agronomy
Fabio Rodrigo Thewes, Basem Mahmoud Balkees, Felix Buchele, Vanderlei Both, Auri Brackmann, Daniel Alexandre Neuwald
Summary: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of ethanol and ethylene treatments on apple fruit metabolism and to identify the action points of ethanol vapor. The results showed that ethanol vapor treatment inhibited the effects of ethylene on ethylene production and respiration, but had no significant effect on starch metabolism and sucrose dynamics. Ethanol and ethanol+ethylene treatments had different effects on sugar and organic acid metabolism.
POSTHARVEST BIOLOGY AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Horticulture
Baiyun Li, Lingcheng Zhu, Yuru Jin, Yunjing Peng, Zimao Feng, Nanxiang Yang, Fengwang Ma, Baiquan Ma, Mingjun Li
Summary: The study revealed that MdTST1 and MdTST2 play important roles in regulating sugar accumulation in apple fruits, with MdTST1 more related to glucose accumulation and MdTST2 more related to fructose and sucrose accumulation. These findings lay a foundation for understanding the molecular mechanism of sugar accumulation in apple fruit vacuoles, and provide a theoretical basis for improving fruit quality through biotechnological methods.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Han Jiang, Qi-Jun Ma, Ming-Shuang Zhong, Huai-Na Gao, Yuan-Yuan Li, Yu-Jin Hao
Summary: In this study, MdPAT16 was identified as a key player in mediating salt stress response in apple plants through palmitoylation of target proteins. Overexpression of MdPAT16 improved plant salt stress resistance and promoted the accumulation of soluble sugars. Furthermore, MdPAT16 was shown to interact with MdCBL1 and stabilize its protein levels through palmitoylation, suggesting a potential missing link in the plant salt stress response pathway.
Article
Agronomy
Fabio Rodrigo Thewes, Auri Brackmann, Vanderlei Both, Rogerio de Oliveira Anese, Vagner Ludwig, Lucas Mallmann Wendt, Magno Roberto Pasquetti Berghetti, Flavio Roberto Thewes, Fabiane Portella Rossato
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the effects of the frequency of respiratory quotient (RQ) determination on the anaerobic metabolism and quality of 'Galaxy' apples during storage. The results showed that daily RQ determination induced higher ethylene production and anaerobic metabolism, while RQ determination once or twice a week helped maintain better fruit quality.
POSTHARVEST BIOLOGY AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Horticulture
Lingcheng Zhu, Xiaocheng Tian, Yunjing Peng, Jing Su, Baiyun Li, Nanxiang Yang, Fengwang Ma, Mingjun Li
Summary: This study identified 130 sugar transporter genes in the apple genome and analyzed their expression profiles in different tissues and during fruit development. The study also revealed the replication and tandem duplication of sugar transporter genes during apple domestication.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2022)
Article
Agronomy
DoSu Park, Yosef Al Shoffe, Burak E. Algul, Christopher B. Watkins
Summary: The effects of low oxygen partial pressures on metabolism and fermentation-related gene expression in different apple varieties were investigated. It was found that the response to oxygen levels varied among different apple varieties.
POSTHARVEST BIOLOGY AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Jing Su, Chunxia Zhang, Lingcheng Zhu, Nanxiang Yang, Jingjing Yang, Baiquan Ma, Fengwang Ma, Mingjun Li
Summary: Overexpression of MdFRK2 in apple and poplar resulted in increased cellulose levels by promoting UDP-glucose formation and cleavage of sucrose for cellulose synthesis. This study suggests that regulating sugar metabolism as a whole could be a strategy to enhance cellulose production.
BIOTECHNOLOGY FOR BIOFUELS
(2021)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Canying Li, Chenyang Zhang, Jiaxin Liu, Linhong Qu, Yonghong Ge
Summary: This study evaluated the variations in quality attributes, carotenoid, sorbitol, and sucrose metabolisms in apples after L-glutamate dipping treatment. The results showed that L-glutamate treatment maintained apple quality by modulating key enzyme activity and gene expression in sorbitol, sucrose, and carotenoid metabolisms.
JOURNAL OF THE SCIENCE OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Chen Sun, Weiwei Zhang, Haiyong Qu, Longfei Yan, Lixia Li, Yuqi Zhao, Hongqiang Yang, Hua Zhang, Gaifang Yao, Kangdi Hu
Summary: Calcium deficiency in apple fruit can lead to bitter pit, reducing quality and shelf life. WRKY transcription factors play a key role in plant response to various disorders. This study found that calcium deficiency in apples during storage increased the production of reactive oxygen species and various nutritional metabolites while decreasing the levels of certain substances like calcium and hydrogen peroxide.
Article
Horticulture
Canying Li, Lei Sun, Jie Zhu, Yuan Cheng, Rui Huang, Yiting Fan, Mi Guo, Yonghong Ge
Summary: Trehalose treatment can suppress the factors that cause quality breakdown and decay in fruit storage, thus maintaining the quality parameters of the fruit. This is achieved by regulating sucrose and respiratory metabolism.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2022)
Article
Agronomy
Felix Buechele, Kartik Khera, Roger Wagner, Fabio Rodrigo Thewes, Daniel Alexandre Neuwald
Summary: This study investigated the effects of controlled atmosphere (CA), dynamic controlled atmosphere based on carbon dioxide production (DCA-CD), 1-methylcyclopropene (1-MCP), and raised storage temperatures on the metabolism and quality of 'Santana' apples. The results showed that CA and DCA-CD combined with 1-MCP slowed down fruit ripening and had positive effects on firmness, acidity, and coloration of the apples. CA and DCA-CD also reduced browning and decay, and affected the volatile profile of the apples. DCA-CD storage enabled anaerobic metabolism and enhanced aroma compound formation.
POSTHARVEST BIOLOGY AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Yiting Fan, Canying Li, Yihan Li, Rui Huang, Mi Guo, Jiaxin Liu, Tong Sun, Yonghong Ge
Summary: Melatonin dipping can improve the quality parameters of apples and regulate sucrose metabolism, thus maintaining the quality of the apples.
PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Aurita Butkeviciute, Jonas Viskelis, Mindaugas Liaudanskas, Pranas Viskelis, Valdimaras Janulis
Summary: The study found variations in antioxidant activity and composition of phenolic compounds in different apple cultivars stored under different controlled atmosphere conditions, highlighting the importance of determining optimal storage conditions for providing consumers with high-quality apples.
Article
Plant Sciences
Pablo Fernandez-Cancelo, Ariadna Iglesias-Sanchez, Salvador Torres-Montilla, Albert Ribas-Agusti, Neus Teixido, Manuel Rodriguez-Concepcion, Jordi Gine-Bordonaba
Summary: This study investigates the effects of different growing environments on apple peel color and metabolism by comparing Golden Reinders apples grown in valley and mountain orchards. The results show that the mountain environment promotes the development of yellow color in apple peel, which is not due to increased accumulation of carotenoids, but rather a decrease in chlorophyll content. The yellow phenotype is also associated with higher expression of genes related to chloroplast functions and oxidative stress. Time-course analysis reveals the differential modulation of isoprenoid and phenylpropanoid metabolism by the environment and highlights the key role of H2O2 in triggering apple peel degreening.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Rachael Maree Wood, Fabio Rodrigo Thewes, Milena Reynaud, Dominikus Kittemann, Claudia Kaehler Sautter, Jens Norbert Wuensche, Daniel Alexandre Neuwald
Summary: This study explored how different apple cultivars responded to anaerobic treatment and storage conditions, finding that shorter durations of anaerobic exposure allowed fruits to recover from metabolic changes. Storage under controlled atmosphere post-anoxia was more effective in maintaining fruit quality and reducing anaerobic metabolite concentrations than regular air storage.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Ingrid D. dos Santos, Marlos E. Z. Fontana, Bruna Klein, Stephanie R. Ribeiro, Andrieli Stefanello, Fabio R. Thewes, Suele F. P. Schmidt, Marina Copetti, Auri Brackmann, Ionara R. Pizzutti, Roger Wagner
Summary: The study found that apples had toxigenic fungi and patulin accumulation, with Penicillium expansum being the most prevalent species. Patulin concentrations were above the legal limit, except for a condition with lower carbon dioxide partial pressure. Compounds like styrene, n-decanoic acid, and toluene showed positive correlation with patulin accumulation, while acids showed a negative correlation.
FOOD ADDITIVES AND CONTAMINANTS PART A-CHEMISTRY ANALYSIS CONTROL EXPOSURE & RISK ASSESSMENT
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Lucas Mallmann Wendt, Francis Junior Soldateli, Vanderlei Both, Fabio Rodrigo Thewes, Vagner Ludwig, Magno Roberto Pasquetti Berghetti, Tassiane dos Santos Ferrao, Roger Wagner, Auri Brackmann
Summary: This study evaluated the interaction of ethylene management in different storage techniques on the quality and volatile compound synthesis of 'Galaxy' apples. The results showed that AVG treatment increased fruit firmness, decreased decay incidence and physiological disorders, and increased the percentage of healthy fruit. However, 1-MCP treatment suppressed most of the important volatile compounds without improving physicochemical quality. CA-stored fruit had higher concentrations of aroma volatiles, which were less inhibited by AVG treatment. Despite lower VOCs, DCA + AVG storage produced apples with excellent quality.
JOURNAL OF PLANT GROWTH REGULATION
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Felix Buechele, Daniel A. Neuwald, Christian Scheer, Rachael M. Wood, Ralf T. Voegele, Jens N. Wuensche
Summary: Apples are susceptible to fungal infections during growth, and a post-harvest fungicide treatment with pyrimethanil has been shown to effectively control storage rots. The treatment is comparable to pre-harvest fungicide strategies and allows for a lower dosage, while still maintaining optimal rot control.
Article
Agronomy
Basem Mahmoud Balkees, Adriano Arriel Saquet, Nadine Klein, Bruno Pansera-Espindola, Claudia Kaehler Sauter, Daniel Alexandre Neuwald
Summary: The storage life of 'Alexander Lucas' pear can be extended by using 1-MCP to delay ripening, but it increases the occurrence of flesh and core browning under controlled atmosphere conditions. The best quality of the fruit can be maintained by storing it at 1.0 degrees C in normal air combined with 300 nL L-1 1-MCP treatment.
Article
Horticulture
Rachael Maree Wood, Magdalena Proske, Sergio Tonetto de Freitas, Christian Scheer, Daniel Alexander Neuwald
Summary: Using a four-year dataset, this study analyzed the seasonal variation of mineral and ascorbic acid (AsA) content and its relationship with internal browning (IB) incidence in 'Braeburn' apples grown in Southwest Germany and stored under controlled atmosphere conditions. The results indicated that IB incidence was highly associated with AsA and calcium contents in the fruit. Fruit calcium content was positively correlated with IB incidence, while AsA content was negatively associated with IB. The relative humidity during the first 42 days after bloom (42-DAB) was found to affect AsA content, fruit calcium content, and IB incidence.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Lucas Mallmann Wendt, Vagner Ludwig, Fabiane Portella Rossato, Magno Roberto Pasquetti Berghetti, Erani Eliseu Schultz, Fabio Rodrigo Thewes, Francis Junior Soldateli, Auri Brackmann, Vanderlei Both
Summary: The present study evaluated the effects of temperature variation strategies during storage on the physicochemical qualities of 'Maxi Gala' apples. The results showed that apples stored using dynamic controlled atmosphere based on respiratory quotient (DCA-RQ) at a constant temperature of 2.0 degrees C or with increasing temperature during storage had better quality compared to those stored with conventional controlled atmosphere/ultra-low oxygen (CA/ULO) and 1-methylcyclopropene (1-MCP) treatment.
FOOD PACKAGING AND SHELF LIFE
(2022)
Article
Agronomy
Fabio Rodrigo Thewes, Basem Mahmoud Balkees, Felix Buchele, Vanderlei Both, Auri Brackmann, Daniel Alexandre Neuwald
Summary: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of ethanol and ethylene treatments on apple fruit metabolism and to identify the action points of ethanol vapor. The results showed that ethanol vapor treatment inhibited the effects of ethylene on ethylene production and respiration, but had no significant effect on starch metabolism and sucrose dynamics. Ethanol and ethanol+ethylene treatments had different effects on sugar and organic acid metabolism.
POSTHARVEST BIOLOGY AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Manfred Linke, Ulrike Praeger, Daniel A. Neuwald, Martin Geyer
Summary: Apples are stored in controlled atmosphere conditions with temperatures close to 0 degrees C and high humidity. This study aimed to measure and evaluate the condensation phenomena during apple storage. Using wetness sensors and climatic condition measurements, the active condensation and evaporation phases were measured over three weeks. The results showed that the presence of condensed water on the apple surface varied between 33.4% and 100% of the duration of the cooling/re-warming cycles, depending on ventilation and defrost control settings.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Felix Buechele, Kartik Khera, Fabio Rodrigo Thewes, Dominikus Kittemann, Daniel Alexandre Neuwald
Summary: This study assessed the potential of a novel two-factor dynamic storage system called DCA-CD Plus for optimum fruit conservation. The system allows estimation of oxygen partial pressures and room temperatures based on monitoring fruit CO2 production. Unlike other dynamic controlled atmosphere systems, DCA-CD Plus does not require additional technology installation and can store different apple cultivars together.
FOOD AND BIOPROCESS TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Felix Buechele, Kartik Khera, Roger Wagner, Fabio Rodrigo Thewes, Daniel Alexandre Neuwald
Summary: This study investigated the effects of controlled atmosphere (CA), dynamic controlled atmosphere based on carbon dioxide production (DCA-CD), 1-methylcyclopropene (1-MCP), and raised storage temperatures on the metabolism and quality of 'Santana' apples. The results showed that CA and DCA-CD combined with 1-MCP slowed down fruit ripening and had positive effects on firmness, acidity, and coloration of the apples. CA and DCA-CD also reduced browning and decay, and affected the volatile profile of the apples. DCA-CD storage enabled anaerobic metabolism and enhanced aroma compound formation.
POSTHARVEST BIOLOGY AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Luiz Carlos Argenta, Rachael Maree Wood, James P. Mattheis, Fabio Rodrigo Thewes, Cristiano Nunes Nesi, Daniel Alexandre Neuwald
Summary: This study investigated the factors influencing the susceptibility and development of physiological disorders and decay in 'Gala' apple fruit during long-term storage. It was found that factors such as fruit maturity stage, 1-methylcyclopropene (1-MCP) treatment, and storage temperature have an impact on the physiological disorders and softening of the fruit. The results of this study are important for implementing practical strategies to reduce the occurrence of these postharvest disorders.
POSTHARVEST BIOLOGY AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Horticulture
Luana Ferreira dos Santos, Joao Claudio Vilvert, Tassiane Alves de Souza, Jasciane da Silva Alves, Tiffany da Silva Ribeiro, Daniel Alexandre Neuwald, Sergio Tonetto de Freitas
Summary: The determination of the minimum O-2 levels required to inhibit aerobic respiration is crucial for delaying ripening and prolonging the postharvest life of 'Tommy Atkins' mangoes during long-distance transportation. This study aimed to identify the minimum O-2 levels needed to effectively inhibit aerobic respiration and maintain fruit quality for mangoes produced in different growing seasons in the Sao Francisco Valley, Brazil.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2023)
Article
Horticulture
Felix Buchele, Fabio Rodrigo Thewes, Kartik Khera, Ralf Thomas Voegele, Daniel Alexandre Neuwald
Summary: DCA-CD Plus is a new dynamic storage technology that optimizes oxygen partial pressures and room temperatures for apple storage based on fruit CO2 production. This study evaluated the effects of DCA-CD Plus on physiological disorders, fruit quality, and volatile profile of 'Braeburn' apples after long-term storage. Comparison with regular atmosphere (RA), controlled atmosphere (CA), and dynamic controlled atmosphere (DCA-CD) storage, combined with 1-methylcyclopropene (1-MCP) application, showed that DCA-CD Plus reduced browning incidences and did not affect fruit ripening. RA had the highest respiration rate and ethylene production, while CA, DCA, and 1-MCP slowed down fruit ripening.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2023)
Proceedings Paper
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
D. A. Neuwald, R. M. Wood, A. A. Saquet, R. B. Pilla, F. Buechele, M. Kessler, B. Pansera-Espindola, D. Schmidt, J. N. Wuensche
Summary: This study found that postharvest hot water dipping and calcium treatments can effectively reduce fungal rot in organic grown 'Topaz' apples during storage. In controlled atmosphere storage, the control group maintained better overall fruit quality compared to CaCl2 treatments, while adding CaCl2 in CA storage increased the risk of fruit decay.
IX INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON MINERAL NUTRITION OF FRUIT CROPS
(2022)
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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)