Article
Agronomy
Agata Olejnik, Katarzyna Parkitna, Bartosz Kozak, Szymon Florczak, Jakub Matkowski, Kamila Nowosad
Summary: Chrysanthemums are a popular flowering plant globally, especially in Asian culture. The study evaluated genetic diversity of 97 chrysanthemum cultivars using SSR markers, finding distinct genetic differences between large-flowered and small-flowered varieties.
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Agricultural Engineering
Vikash Ghildiyal, Ebenezer Iyiola, Monika Sharma, Luis A. Apiolaza, Clemens Altaner
Summary: This study investigated the genetic control of collapse and other tree features in an E. globoidea breeding population. The results showed that collapse was under genetic control and could be reduced through selection. In addition, collapse was positively correlated with extractive content and negatively correlated with heartwood diameter. This study demonstrated the feasibility of genetic selection for collapse and other wood properties in E. globoidea.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
B. S. Manoj, Moni Gupta, M. Iqbal Jeelani, Sachin Gupta
Summary: This study assessed the application of 0.25% chitosan as seed priming or foliage spray on Phaseolus vulgaris L. grown under restricted irrigations. The results showed that it enhanced the antioxidant potential of dry seed and increased the content of phenolic compounds, particularly ferulic acid.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Anthoula Gleridou, Ioannis Tokatlidis, Alexios Polidoros
Summary: Genetic differentiation among 40 lentil genotypes was tested using molecular markers. Results showed low variation among consecutive generations produced via honeycomb breeding methodology. Molecular analysis revealed that the variation was higher within each generation's population than between them. Population structure analysis indicated that ongoing selection could effectively alter the allelic composition in each generation.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Jing-Wen Li, Hui Li, Zhi-Wei Liu, Yong-Xin Wang, Yi Chen, Ni Yang, Zhi-Hang Hu, Tong Li, Jing Zhuang
Summary: Tea plants, known for their long cultivation history, have a complex genetic background due to self-incompatibility and extensive hybridization. Molecular markers have been instrumental in understanding the tea germplasm resources, including the origin, preservation, and identification, as well as breeding of excellent cultivars of tea plants. However, existing information on molecular markers in tea plants is scattered, making it challenging to grasp the advancements. This paper provides a comprehensive summary of the development and types of molecular markers, their application in tea plants, and offers perspectives for future research.
PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Eva Jozova, Michael Rost, Andrea Rychla, Dagmar Stehlikova, Baveesh Pudhuvai, Ondrej Hejna, Pavel Beran, Vladislav Curn, Miroslav Klima
Summary: Microsatellite markers were used to assess the genetic diversity and structure of yellow mustard germplasm collection. The study found high levels of polymorphism and genetic differentiation among the germplasm collection, highlighting the importance of extensive genetic resource collections in maintaining genetic diversity.
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Food Science & Technology
Xiaodan Hui, Gang Wu, Duo Han, Xi Gong, Letitia Stipkovits, Xiyang Wu, Shuze Tang, Margaret A. Brennan, Charles S. Brennan
Summary: The study found that enriching oat bran with blueberry or blackcurrant powder changed the viscosity and color profiles of the paste, increased the content of phenolic compounds, and reduced the starch degradation extent and reducing sugar release during in vitro digestion. This enrichment provided healthier food characteristics and altered the hypoglycemic properties of the pastes.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Rasa Karkleliene, Danguole Juskeviciene, Audrius Radzevicius
Summary: Investigation of genetic resources in Lithuania started in 1924 and has since accumulated over 110 samples of different vegetable species. The breeding program focuses on productivity, quality traits, biochemical composition, and tolerance to unfavorable environmental factors. Currently, there are over 95 released cultivars and hybrids, with about 40 listed in the EU Common catalogue. From 2012 to 2021, twelve new cultivars were developed, including fruit vegetables, root crops, and onions.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Filipa Mandim, Spyridon A. Petropoulos, Maria Ines Dias, Jose Pinela, Marina Kostic, Marina Sokovic, Celestino Santos-Buelga, Isabel C. F. R. Ferreira, Lillian Barros
Summary: The study found that the phenolic compounds content in cardoon bracts varies at different maturation stages, with immature bracts having the highest content and exhibiting the best anti-inflammatory and cytotoxic activities. Furthermore, cardoon bracts at different maturity stages showed varying effects on oxidative haemolysis, antibacterial, and antifungal activities.
Review
Food Science & Technology
Yan Liu, Zhenfei Liu, Xuerui Zhu, Xinzhong Hu, Hui Zhang, Qingbin Guo, Rickey Y. Yada, Steve W. Cui
Summary: Seed coat mucilages, mainly polysaccharides, cover the outer layer of seeds to facilitate hydration and germination, improving seedling emergence. Mucilages from various sources like flaxseed, yellow mustard seed, and chia seed have been extensively used in food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetics industries for stability, texture, and appearance.
COMPREHENSIVE REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND FOOD SAFETY
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
B. I. Martinez-Mendoza, A. Peredo-Lovillo, H. E. Romero-Luna, M. Jimenez-Fernandez
Summary: This study aimed to improve the health-promoting properties of soursop and passion fruit pulps through controlled yeast fermentation. Fermented pulps showed increased viable cell counts and antioxidant activities. Various compounds were identified in the fermented pulps, demonstrating the potential for generating new functional foods.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Silvia Petronilho, Joana Navega, Carla Pereira, Adelaide Almeida, Joao Siopa, Fernando M. Nunes, Manuel A. Coimbra, Claudia P. Passos
Summary: Instant chicory, similar to coffee, contains high-molecular weight nitrogen-brown compounds called melanoidins, which may have health-promoting potential. The chemical composition of chicory high-molecular weight material (HMWM) includes carbohydrates, proteins, and phenolic compounds. The HMWM exhibits antioxidant and antibacterial properties, as well as the ability to inhibit α-glucosidase activity, suggesting its potential in preventing diabetes and enhancing the protective effects against pathogenic bacteria.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Lorenzo Guzzetti, Davide Panzeri, Marynka Ulaszewska, Grazia Sacco, Matilde Forcella, Paola Fusi, Nicola Tommasi, Andrea Fiorini, Luca Campone, Massimo Labra
Summary: The study suggests that Corchorus olitorius L. is not affected by water stress and no-tillage practices, with its leaves being a rich source of antioxidant compounds and displaying potential nutraceutical properties.
FRONTIERS IN NUTRITION
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Dariusz Dziki, Urszula Gawlik-Dziki, Wojciech Tarasiuk, Renata Rozylo
Summary: This study investigated the possibility of utilizing oat by-products for fiber preparation. Micronized oat husk and oat bran were used to prepare a novel product rich in fiber and with enhanced antioxidant properties. The results showed that oat husk contained a higher total phenolic acid content compared to oat bran, and both oat husk and oat bran can be used for preparing fiber with enhanced antioxidant properties.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Dhrumit S. Bhatt, Samir C. Debnath
Summary: Blueberries have been studied for their antioxidant properties, total phenolic and flavonoid contents, and genetic diversity using various markers. Different genotypes showed varied levels of antioxidant efficacy, with wild clones exhibiting higher variation in total phenolic and flavonoid contents. Molecular analysis revealed extensive genetic diversity, with certain markers associated with antioxidant properties. This study provides valuable information for breeding and germplasm conservation programs.
Article
Plant Sciences
Foziya Altaf, Shazia Parveen, Sumira Farooq, Aehsan ul Haq, Mohammad Lateef Lone, Inayatullah Tahir, Prashant Kaushik, Hamed A. El-Serehy
Summary: Plant leaves provide insight into changes during senescence, and this study shows that polyamines (PAs) can delay senescence by modulating various biochemical and physiological aspects.
FUNCTIONAL PLANT BIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Horticulture
Mariola Plazas, Sara Gonzalez-Orenga, Huu Trong Nguyen, Irina M. Morar, Ana Fita, Monica Boscaiu, Jaime Prohens, Oscar Vicente
Summary: This study evaluated drought tolerance in 18 eggplant accessions and 8 wild relatives, identifying accessions with higher drought tolerance based on dry matter content, proline concentration, and biochemical parameters. Tolerant materials such as S. incanum, S. pyracanthos, S. dasyphyllum, and S. torvum showed better performance in terms of oxidative stress and biochemical responses to water stress. The results suggest a high diversity in drought tolerance among eggplant wild relatives, providing insights for breeding programmes to develop new cultivars with higher drought tolerance.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2022)
Article
Agronomy
Elena Rosa-Martinez, Ana M. Adalid-Martinez, Maria Dolores Garcia-Martinez, Giulio Mangino, Maria Dolores Raigon, Mariola Plazas, Pietro Gramazio, Jaime Prohens, Santiago Vilanova
Summary: The wild species Solanum incanum has been used in breeding eggplant introgression lines with potential for stress tolerance and fruit quality. Evaluation of fruit composition traits showed that the introgression lines produced fruits with safe levels of glycoalkaloids and similar nutritional quality to the recipient parent. Additionally, potential candidate genes were identified for several traits, providing new information for eggplant breeding.
Article
Plant Sciences
Jose Blanca, Clara Pons, Javier Montero-Pau, David Sanchez-Matarredona, Peio Ziarsolo, Lilian Fontanet, Josef Fisher, Mariola Plazas, Joan Casals, Jose Luis Rambla, Alessandro Riccini, Samuela Pombarella, Alessandra Ruggiero, Maria Sulli, Stephania Grillo, Angelos Kanellis, Giovanni Giuliano, Richard Finkers, Maria Cammareri, Silvana Grandillo, Andrea Mazzucato, Mathilde Causse, Maria Jose Diez, Jaime Prohens, Dani Zamir, Joaquin Canizares, Antonio Jose Monforte, Antonio Granell
Summary: A study on European traditional tomato varieties found that high phenotypic diversity was created by traditional farmer-driven selection, inadvertently combining a few polymorphic loci. Analysis of 1254 tomato accessions revealed a continuous genetic gradient between traditional and modern varieties, with low genetic diversity and distinct genetic groups among traditional European tomatoes. Spanish and Italian varieties showed higher genetic diversity, possibly indicating independent secondary centers of diversity, while other varieties may be the result of recent migrations and hybridizations among European regions. A few highly polymorphic loci were associated with fruit morphological traits in the European traditional collection, suggesting a history of balancing selection by tomato farmers to maintain morphological variation.
JOURNAL OF EXPERIMENTAL BOTANY
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Clara Pons, Joan Casals, Samuela Palombieri, Lilian Fontanet, Alessandro Riccini, Jose Luis Rambla, Alessandra Ruggiero, Maria del Rosario Figas, Mariola Plazas, Athanasios Koukounaras, Maurizio E. Picarella, Maria Sulli, Josef Fisher, Peio Ziarsolo, Jose Blanca, Joaquin Canizares, Maria Cammareri, Antonella Vitiello, Giorgia Batelli, Angelos Kanellis, Matthijs Brouwer, Richard Finkers, Konstantinos Nikoloudis, Salvador Soler, Giovanni Giuliano, Stephania Grillo, Silvana Grandillo, Dani Zamir, Andrea Mazzucato, Mathilde Causse, Maria Jose Diez, Jaime Prohens, Antonio Jose Monforte, Antonio Granell
Summary: This study evaluated a large traditional tomato collection from Southern Europe, revealing a wide range of phenotypic variability and differences among countries. By integrating phenotypic data and origin information, eight main tomato types were defined and 159 novel loci associations were identified.
HORTICULTURE RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Agronomy
Zoltan Felfoldi, Florica Ranga, Ioana A. Roman, Adriana F. Sestras, Dan C. Vodnar, Jaime Prohens, Radu E. Sestras
Summary: This research compares four commercial tomato hybrids in terms of physico-chemical properties, nutritional and organoleptic components, providing insights into breeding tomatoes to meet current fruit quality requirements. Hypotheses are formulated for the creation of new cultivars with anticipatory, prospective character to meet future market and consumer needs.
Article
Plant Sciences
Raluca Cicevan, Adriana F. Sestras, Mariola Plazas, Monica Boscaiu, Santiago Vilanova, Pietro Gramazio, Oscar Vicente, Jaime Prohens, Radu E. Sestras
Summary: Marigolds are flowering plants with numerous uses and ornamental value. This study analyzed the morphological and genetic differences among 21 cultivars of three marigold species. The results showed significant differences in genotypes between cultivars and species, including variations in seed characteristics, germination capacity, and adult plant morphological traits. The analysis also revealed considerable genetic diversity among the evaluated species, which has important implications for conserving germplasm and breeding new marigold varieties.
Article
Plant Sciences
Sara Gonzalez-Orenga, Mariola Plazas, Elvira Ribera, Claudia Pallotti, Monica Boscaiu, Jaime Prohens, Oscar Vicente, Ana Fita
Summary: In the face of climate change, improving crop tolerance to drought is crucial due to its negative impact on agricultural yields globally. Researchers studied the response to drought of eggplant and its wild relatives and found that certain wild relatives, such as S. insanum, displayed better drought tolerance. These findings can be valuable for future breeding programs aimed at enhancing drought tolerance in eggplants.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Leontina Simionca I. Marcasan, Ion Oltean, Sergiu Popa, Mariola Plazas, Santiago Vilanova, Pietro Gramazio, Adriana F. Sestras, Jaime Prohens, Radu E. Sestras
Summary: This study investigated pear genotypes from different sources and identified some potential resistant varieties, which can be used to develop new pear cultivars with disease resistance through breeding programs.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Review
Horticulture
Martin Flores-Saavedra, Mariola Plazas, Santiago Vilanova, Jaime Prohens, Pietro Gramazio
Summary: The Solanum genus includes important vegetable crops such as tomato, potato, and eggplant, which are crucial for food security. Climate change is causing higher temperatures and reduced precipitation, leading to drought and water stress in Solanum crops and decreased yields. This review examines different methods for inducing water stress in Solanum crops and discusses the benefits, drawbacks, and challenges of each method. It also explores the impact of water deficit on growth, physiology, and biochemistry of Solanum crops, as well as the use of wild species to improve water stress tolerance.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Gloria Villanueva, Mariola Plazas, Pietro Gramazio, Reyes D. Moya, Jaime Prohens, Santiago Vilanova
Summary: The introduction of materials from wild relatives can have a significant impact on eggplant breeding for more sustainable agriculture.
HORTICULTURE RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Elena Rosa-Martinez, Gloria Villanueva, Ahmet Sahin, Pietro Gramazio, Maria Dolores Garcia-Martinez, Maria Dolores Raigon, Santiago Vilanova, Jaime Prohens, Mariola Plazas
Summary: Lowering nitrogen inputs is an important goal in sustainable agriculture. This study evaluated a set of introgression lines under different nitrogen treatments and identified potential QTL associated with various traits. The results showed that lowering nitrogen inputs did not significantly affect plant growth and yield, but most traits were highly correlated under both treatments. The introgressed fragment of S. incanum generally had a negative effect on the traits, and the genetic differences among the lines provided insights for eggplant breeding under low nitrogen fertilization.
HORTICULTURAL PLANT JOURNAL
(2023)