Article
Food Science & Technology
Balwinder Singh, Jatinder Pal Singh, Amritpal Kaur, Madhav P. Yadav
Summary: Citrus peel, a by-product of citrus fruit processing, contains a significant amount of essential oil, which can be effectively extracted and utilized as a source of functional components for the development of health-promoting food products. The extracted citrus peel essential oil exhibits biological activities such as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and anticancer effects, making it a valuable resource for the food industry.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Agronomy
Lana Dunan, Tara Malanga, Philippe Bearez, Sylvain Benhamou, Lucie S. Monticelli, Nicolas Desneux, Thomas Michel, Anne-Violette Lavoir
Summary: The study revealed that both green anise and fennel essential oils were effective in controlling Macrosiphum euphorbiae populations under greenhouse conditions. However, fennel essential oil exhibited delayed phytotoxicity, emphasizing the importance of long-term monitoring.
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Gomah E. Nenaah, Saeed Alasmari, Abdulrhman A. Almadiy, Bader Z. Albogami, Dalia M. Shawer, Alyaa E. Fadl
Summary: The study found that the essential oil of Salvia officinalis L., especially at its nanoscale, has significant insecticidal activity against the granary weevil. It can effectively repel and kill the weevils while being safe for earthworms and albino rats. These findings suggest that sage essential oil has the potential to be an eco-friendly grain protectant.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2023)
Article
Microbiology
Yoli Mariana Medina-Romero, Mario Rodriguez-Canales, Marco Aurelio Rodriguez-Monroy, Ana Bertha Hernandez-Hernandez, Norma Laura Delgado-Buenrostro, Yolanda I. Chirino, Tonatiuh Cruz-Sanchez, Carlos Gerardo Garcia-Tovar, Maria Margarita Canales-Martinez
Summary: The target of action of Bursera morelensis and Lippia graveolens essential oils and their pure compounds on Fusarium was determined by evaluating their effect on hyphal morphology, spore production, and germination.
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Ghozlene Aouadi, Leila Kalai Grami, Faiza Taibi, Rym Bouhlal, Salem Elkahoui, Takoua Zaagueri, Slim Jallouli, Manel Chaanbi, Mohamed Rabeh Hajlaoui, Jouda Mediouni Ben Jemaa
Summary: This study investigated the chemical composition of Mentha pulegium and Myrtus communis essential oils and explored their antifungal activities against Botrytis cinerea. The results showed that Mentha pulegium essential oil exhibited better antifungal activity, inhibiting spore germination and inducing morphological changes in the fungus.
JOURNAL OF PLANT DISEASES AND PROTECTION
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Mohammad Moghaddam, Abdollah Ghasemi Pirbalouti, Khyrollah Babaei, Nasrin Farhadi
Summary: The essential oils of Tagetes patula L. and Tagetes erecta L. from Iran have distinct compositions and major compounds, making them suitable for various industries such as flavor, fragrance, and pharmaceuticals.
JOURNAL OF ESSENTIAL OIL BEARING PLANTS
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Ahmed S. Abdelbaky, Abir M. H. A. Mohamed, Taia A. Abd El-Mageed, Mostafa M. Rady, Fatma Alshehri, Mohamed T. El-Saadony, Synan F. AbuQamar, Khaled A. El-Tarabily, Omar A. A. Al-Elwany
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the effects of different fertilization methods on the yield, chemical composition, and antioxidative and antimicrobial activities of fennel seed essential oil. The results showed that the combination of poultry manure with Lactobacillus plantarum and Lactococcus lactis had the best outcomes in terms of yield and nutritional composition, as well as strong antioxidative and antimicrobial activities.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Medicinal
Natale Badalamenti, Maurizio Bruno, Carmen Formisano, Daniela Rigano
Summary: In this study, the chemical composition of Parentucellia latifolia essential oil was analyzed, and its antibacterial and antifungal activities were evaluated. The results indicate that the essential oil shows strong inhibitory effects against certain microorganisms.
NATURAL PRODUCT COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Faridah Qamaruz Zaman, Khaoula Jaffel, Adil Hassan Ahmed Abdelmageed
Summary: This study investigated the effects of different drying periods on essential oil yield and chemical composition of Lemongrass. The results showed that drying for 2 days post-harvest resulted in the highest essential oil concentration. The main components were alpha-citral and beta-citral, and drying periods had a significant effect on the proportions of monoterpenes.
JOURNAL OF ESSENTIAL OIL BEARING PLANTS
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Ekaterina Krumova, Milena Nikolova, Jeny Miteva-Staleva, Nedelina Kostadinova, Radoslav Abrashev, Vladislava Dishliyska, Strahil Berkov, Blaga Mutafova, Maria Angelova
Summary: The study found that oregano oil exhibited species-dependent fungicidal effects against major potato pathogens, with the most sensitive species being A. alternata. The minimum inhibitory concentrations assessed after 48 h ranged between 0.2 and 0.8 mu L/mL, attributed to the high carvacrol content in the essential oil.
COMPTES RENDUS DE L ACADEMIE BULGARE DES SCIENCES
(2021)
Proceedings Paper
Agronomy
N. Rasiukeviciute, A. Valiuskait, A. Morkeliune, N. Uselis
Summary: The study showed that essential oils from Salvia officinalis, Coriandrum sativum, Hyssopus officinalis, Mentha piperita, and Thymus vulgaris have inhibitory effects on strawberry anthracnose at certain concentrations, with Thymus vulgaris displaying the highest inhibition. This suggests that essential oils have potential as bio-fungicides against Colletotrichum acutatum in strawberry plants.
IX INTERNATIONAL STRAWBERRY SYMPOSIUM
(2021)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Rayda Ben Ayed, Mohsen Hanana
Summary: The global population is projected to exceed 9 billion by 2050, requiring a 70% increase in food production, posing a serious challenge for the agri-food industry. In the face of resource scarcity, climate change, the COVID-19 pandemic, and harsh socioeconomic conditions, artificial intelligence and machine learning are important tools for improving the food and agriculture sector, with some limitations that stakeholders need to consider.
JOURNAL OF FOOD QUALITY
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Sabrine Hdira, Loua Haddoudi, Mohsen Hanana, Irene Romero, Asma Mahjoub, Hatem Ben Jouira, Ndiko Ludidi, Maria Teresa Sanchez-Ballesta, Chedly Abdelly, Mounawer Badri
Summary: Results showed that TN1.11 exhibited higher salt tolerance compared to the other lines, while TN6.18 was the most susceptible to salinity. Functional characterization of the MtERF1 gene revealed its expression mainly in roots and inducibility by NaCl and low temperature, with a greater increase in expression under salt stress in the salt-tolerant line TN1.11.
Article
Plant Sciences
Loua Haddoudi, Sabrine Hdira, Mohsen Hanana, Irene Romero, Imen Haddoudi, Asma Mahjoub, Hatem Ben Jouira, Naceur Djebali, Ndiko Ludidi, Maria Teresa Sanchez-Ballesta, Chedly Abdelly, Mounawer Badri
Summary: Medicago truncatula is a popular forage crop for farmers and a model species for molecular research. Water deficit stress affects different lines of M. truncatula differently, with TN6.18 showing the highest tolerance. DREB1B gene may play a key role in water deficit tolerance in this species.
Review
Plant Sciences
Rayda Ben Ayed, Mohsen Hanana, Sezai Ercisli, Rohini Karunakaran, Ahmed Rebai, Fabienne Moreau
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has brought socio-economic issues to the forefront, particularly affecting the agricultural and food industry sectors. To meet the increasing food demand, innovative concepts and technologies like Agri-food 4.0 are necessary. Consumer awareness about the quality and origin of agri-food products is rising, and DNA traceability presents a strong method for authenticating healthy food products like olive oil.
Article
Biology
Rayda Ben Ayed, Tejas Chirmade, Mohsen Hanana, Khalil Khamassi, Sezai Ercisli, Ravish Choudhary, Narendra Kadoo, Rohini Karunakaran
Summary: Palm oil is the most important vegetable oil in terms of production, and its demand is rapidly increasing worldwide. This study identified two SNP markers in the FAD2 gene that are significantly correlated with palm oil quality. The research provides insights into the mechanism of fatty acid synthesis in palm oil and supports the use of molecular biology techniques to improve its quality.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Marwa Khammassi, Flavio Polito, Ismail Amri, Sana Khedhri, Lamia Hamrouni, Filomena Nazzaro, Florinda Fratianni, Vincenzo De Feo
Summary: This study reports the chemical composition, phytotoxic and antimicrobial activities of Eucalyptus essential oils from Tunisia. The essential oils showed significant phytotoxic and antibacterial potential, inhibiting the formation and metabolism of bacterial biofilm.
Article
Chemistry, Medicinal
Habiba Kouki, Flavio Polito, Laura De Martino, Yassine Mabrouk, Lamia Hamrouni, Ismail Amri, Florinda Fratianni, Vincenzo De Feo, Filomena Nazzaro
Summary: This research was conducted due to the complex taxonomy of Eucalyptus genus, the growing interest in natural compounds that can combat microbial strains, the excessive use of synthetic pesticides, and the demand for alternative control methods. The study analyzed the essential oils of different Eucalyptus species and evaluated their potential phytotoxic and antibiofilm activities. Monoterpenoids were found to be the most common constituents in the essential oils, with eucalyptol being the dominant component. E. odorata and E. paniculata essential oils showed the strongest effects on seed germination and radicle elongation. Additionally, the Eucalyptus essential oils effectively inhibited the adhesion process of five pathogen strains. These findings suggest that Eucalyptus essential oils have potential applications in the food, health, and agricultural fields.
Article
Plant Sciences
Flavio Polito, Habiba Kouki, Sana Khedhri, Lamia Hamrouni, Yassine Mabrouk, Ismail Amri, Filomena Nazzaro, Florinda Fratianni, Vincenzo De Feo
Summary: Eucalyptus species are rich in essential oils with phytotoxic and antibacterial properties, showing significant inhibitory effects on weed germination, bacterial biofilm formation, and metabolism, making them promising for herbicidal and health applications.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Flavio Polito, Florinda Fratianni, Filomena Nazzaro, Ismail Amri, Habiba Kouki, Marwa Khammassi, Lamia Hamrouni, Paola Malaspina, Laura Cornara, Sana Khedhri, Benedetta Romano, Daniela Claudia Maresca, Angela Ianaro, Giuseppe Ercolano, Vincenzo De Feo
Summary: Eucalyptus species are widely used in reforestation projects in Tunisia, despite the controversy surrounding their ecological functions. However, they play a significant role in combating soil erosion and serve as a fast-growing source of fuelwood and charcoal wood.
Article
Microbiology
Habiba Kouki, Mouna Souihi, Ilhem Saadouli, Sabrine Balti, Amira Ayed, Nihed Majdoub, Amor Mosbah, Ismail Amri, Yassine Mabrouk
Summary: This study evaluated the antagonistic activities of bacterial strains isolated from soil against four phytopathogenic fungal strains. Two bacterial strains, identified as Bacillus subtilis and B. amyloliquefaciens, were selected for their antagonistic effect on fungi and plant growth promoting traits. In planta and pot experiments demonstrated that these two strains enhanced plant growth and protected wheat plants against F. culmorum. Combination of these two bacterial strains may be a strategic approach to enhance plant growth and control plant diseases.
Article
Plant Sciences
Ismail Amri, Marwa Khammassi, Rayda Ben Ayed, Sana Khedhri, Manel Ben Mansour, Oumayma Kochti, Ylenia Pieracci, Guido Flamini, Yassine Mabrouk, Samia Gargouri, Mohsen Hanana, Lamia Hamrouni
Summary: This study analyzed the chemical composition and evaluated the antioxidant, antimicrobial, and phytotoxic properties of the essential oils from Eucalyptus falcata, E. sideroxylon, and E. citriodora in Tunisia. The essential oils exhibited significant antioxidant activity and potential as natural pesticides. They also showed efficacy in inhibiting weed germination and growth, as well as moderate fungitoxic properties against various fungal strains.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Marwa Khammassi, Kouki Habiba, Hedi Mighri, Souihi Mouna, Kochti Oumayma, Emine Secer, Amri Ismail, Bassem Jamoussi, Mabrouk Yassine
Summary: This study investigated the phytotoxic and antifungal activities of Fennel essential oil and methanol extract against crops and weeds. The results showed that Fennel molecules have weed-killing and antifungal properties, making them potential natural bio-pesticides.
CHEMISTRY AFRICA-A JOURNAL OF THE TUNISIAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Marwa Khammassi, Rayda Ben Ayed, Sana Khedhiri, Mouna Souihi, Mohsen Hanana, Ismail Amri, Lamia Hamrouni
Summary: This study analyzed the chemical composition, antioxidant properties, and antibacterial activities of extracts and essential oil from Platycladus orientalis leaves. The essential oil was found to have major components such as alpha-pinene, beta-phellandrene, alpha-cedrol, and beta-caryophyllene. Ethyl acetate and ethanolic extracts showed high phenolic content. The ethanol extract exhibited the highest antioxidant activity, while the essential oil was more effective against certain bacterial strains. This research highlights the potential of P. orientalis extracts and essential oil as natural antioxidants and antimicrobial agents.
TURKISH JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Ismail Amri, Marwa Khammassi, Samia Gargouri, Mohsen Hanana, Bassem Jamoussi, Lamia Hamrouni, Yassine Mabrouk
Summary: This study analyzed the chemical compositions and evaluated the herbicidal and antifungal activities of essential oils from three Pine Tunisian species. The results showed that these oils were effective against weeds, cultivated species, and target fungi, indicating their potential as natural alternatives to commercial antifungal and herbicides.
JOURNAL OF ESSENTIAL OIL BEARING PLANTS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Amri Ismail, Kouki Habiba, Mabrouk Yassine, Hanana Mohsen, Jamoussi Bassem, Hamrouni Lamia
Summary: The study revealed that the essential oil from Pinus radiata D. Don is mainly composed of monoterpene hydrocarbons, with beta-pinene, limonene, and alpha-pinene being the major compounds. The oil exhibited strong herbicidal activity, particularly more effective against dicots, showing significant inhibition on seed germination and seedling growth of various weeds.
VIETNAM JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Jingmo Zhou, Shubin Wu, Ying Liu
Summary: Expenditure isolation of lignin and the understanding of its structural variations during different isolation processes are crucial for the high-value utilization of lignin. This study proposed a green deep eutectic solvent (DES) consisting of choline chloride, ethylene glycol, and 4-chlorobenzene sulfonic acid for rapid lignin separation from poplar. The structural variations of DES lignin and its relationship with alkali pre-extraction of hemicellulose were investigated. The results showed that alkali pretreatment enhanced the DES separation of lignin and promoted the cleavage of specific linkages, resulting in reduced molecular weight and thermal stability of isolated DES lignin. Moreover, DES lignin obtained from integrated utilization displayed higher purity and S/G ratio compared to lignin obtained from direct DES treatment.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Yuping Li, Ziyan Xie, Yun Huang, Jiangyi Zeng, Chao Yang, Ling Yuan, Ying Wang, Yongqing Li
Summary: In this study, the characteristic flavonoids (CFs) of three licorice species were identified through integrated metabolic and transcriptomic analysis. The key regulators of CF biosynthesis were also identified. These findings provide valuable information for understanding the biosynthesis of CFs and future breeding of Glycyrrhiza varieties.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Xianjie Pan, Zhaoyi Luo, Fanqi Liu, Quanqian Yi, Yanning Zeng
Summary: This study presents a novel strategy for fabricating fully bio-based epoxy vitrimers using peach gum and itaconic acid, which exhibit superior mechanical properties and thermostability. The materials were characterized and the self-healing and recycling capabilities were evaluated. The results demonstrate the potential of using these materials for sustainable industrial applications.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Mohsen Sabzi-Nojadeh, Mohammad Pouresmaeil, Mina Amani, Mehdi Younessi-Hamzekhanlu, Filippo Maggi
Summary: This study shows that inoculating Summer savory plants with endophytic fungus Trichoderma harzianum can improve plant growth and increase salt tolerance. The fungus enhances growth, restores chlorophyll and antioxidant levels, reduces harmful substances, and increases proline and soluble sugar levels, thereby increasing crop productivity in saline conditions.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Yu Liu, Lei Li, Aichen Zhao, Xiuming Song, Lulu Wei, Mengdi Fang, Chuchu Zheng, Xiaodong Zhu
Summary: This study investigates the impact of peppermint essential oil microcapsules on the unpleasant odor emissions from wax oil coated wood products. The results show that microcapsules can improve the time and stability of odor release.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Mesut Budak, Mirac Kilic, Hikmet Guenal, Ismail Velik, Mesut Sirri
Summary: This study assessed land suitability for rapeseed production using topography, climate, and soil data by analytical hierarchy process (AHP) and the Mamdani Fuzzy Inference System (MFIS). The study area covered land in the Diyarbakir province of southeastern Turkiye. The results indicated the proportions of different land suitability classes and showed the compatibility of AHP and MFIS methods in assessing suitability.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Rui Tian, Yue Liu, Chao Wang, Weikun Jiang, Srinivas Janaswamy, Guihua Yang, Xingxiang Ji, Gaojin Lyu
Summary: In this study, hollow and solid lignin nanoparticles were synthesized through self-assembly and their application in PVA nanocomposite films was investigated. The results showed that the presence of hollow lignin nanoparticles in the films resulted in a room-like network structure, while the solid lignin nanoparticles induced different structural changes. The inclusion of LNPs improved the mechanical properties of the films, and both types of LNPs exhibited good hydrophobicity.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Marcos Vinicius Silva de Andrade, Simone Ribeiro Lucho, Renato Delmondez de Castro, Paulo Roberto Ribeiro
Summary: Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni, commonly known as stevia, is a widely cultivated shrub with highly sweetening metabolites. It has gained significant interest in the food and beverage industries due to its extremely sweet taste and various health benefits. Researchers are currently focused on studying biotechnological strategies to enhance the biosynthesis of stevia plant metabolites for improved cultivation and production.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Eleonora Cintura, Paulina Faria, Luisa Molari, Luca Barbaresi, Dario D'Orazio, Lina Nunes
Summary: This study investigated the properties of Arundo donax as a building material and found that it has strong adaptability, high hygroscopicity, and unique sound absorption behavior. The mechanical tests also demonstrated the applicability of the Arundo donax-based composite. This opens up new possibilities for the further application of Arundo donax-based materials.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Stiina Kotiranta, Juha-Matti Pihlava, Titta Kotilainen, Pauliina Palonen
Summary: The effect of light spectra, particularly far-red and short wavelength radiation, on the growth and secondary metabolites of cannabis is significant. Altering the R:FR ratio can increase the concentration and yield of secondary metabolites, while short wavelength radiation does not significantly affect plant morphology and secondary metabolite concentrations.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Xuze Liu, Fangmin Liang, Jinyuan Cheng, Xuelian Zhou, Jia Wang, Guigan Fang, Kuizhong Shen, Xianzhi Meng, Chen Huang, Arthur J. Ragauskas
Summary: A novel Na2S-facilitated DES pretreatment method was proposed to fractionate moso bamboo, which achieved high lignin removal and preserved most cellulose and hemicellulose with excellent enzymatic digestibility.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Zechun Ren, Xinyuan Zhou, Kejiao Ding, Tong Ji, Hao Sun, Xiang Chi, Yunzhao Wei, Min Xu
Summary: This study prepared a thermal/magnetic/light-triggered multi-stimuli responsive shape memory polymer composite with excellent properties by adding magnetic nanoparticles into a polyurethane composite. The composite showed high shape recovery rate, fast response behavior, and suitability for 3D printing. Controllable external stimuli allowed for dynamic, remote, and precise control of 4D transformations. This work is significant for the design of smart materials and devices.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Yurany Camacho Ardila, Jaiver Efren Jaimes Figueroa, Maria Regina Wolf Maciel
Summary: The higher heating value (HHV) and elemental composition are important properties of biomass, and their prediction using proximate and ultimate analysis is accurate.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Xiaohan Chen, Xianke Wang, Lili Shang, Xinxin Ma, Changhua Fang, Benhua Fei, Huanrong Liu, Shuqin Zhang
Summary: This study focuses on the comprehensive characterization of the three-dimensional (3D) structure of bamboo parenchyma and the evaluation of its tensile and compressive properties, as well as the analysis of its failure mechanisms. The study found that the measured tensile strength and elastic modulus of the parenchyma tissue are 48.81 MPa and 706.48 MPa, respectively. Compression failure modes in parenchyma tissue encompass compression bending and cell fracture, shear failure of the middle lamella, and detachment and debonding of the cell wall.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Tianfeng Liu, Yuxin Liu, Yunlin Fu, Mengji Qiao, Penglian Wei, Zhigao Liu, Yingjian Li
Summary: This study explored the formation mechanism of agarwood induced by fungus and its potential application in high-quality and high-yielding agarwood production. The results showed that the transition layer played a critical role in the continuous accumulation of agarwood, and the parenchyma cells of the xylem rays and interxylary phloem were the main action site of fungus. The accumulation and distribution of chemical composition in different layers were also investigated. The study identified the drivers of specific compounds and provided a theoretical foundation for future agarwood production.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2024)
