Article
Agronomy
Ying Liu, Rob E. Schouten, Yury Tikunov, Xinxuan Liu, Richard G. F. Visser, Fei Tan, Arnaud Bovy, Leo F. M. Marcelis
Summary: This study investigated the effect of light intensity and spectrum on anthocyanin accumulation in purple-fruited Capsicum genotypes. The results showed that increasing the blue light fraction can increase anthocyanin levels and delay fruit ripening. Transcriptome analysis also revealed that fruits illuminated with higher blue light fractions expressed fewer genes related to ripening and senescence.
POSTHARVEST BIOLOGY AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Biology
Saisai Li, Yijuan Zhang, Liyu Shi, Shifeng Cao, Wei Chen, Zhenfeng Yang
Summary: In this study, we isolated and identified the R2R3-MYB type transcription factor, MrMYB9, through comparative transcriptome analysis of red and white Chinese bayberry fruits. The expression of MrMYB9 was positively correlated with anthocyanin levels and biosynthetic gene expression during fruit maturation. Our findings shed light on the biosynthesis of anthocyanins during color maturation in Chinese bayberry.
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Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Junbei Ni, Yifei Liao, Manman Zhang, Chen Pan, Qinsong Yang, Songling Bai, Yuanwen Teng
Summary: This study analyzed the effects of blue light on the appearance and internal quality of mango fruit, revealing the underlying mechanisms behind the regulation of anthocyanin, carotenoid, and sucrose biosynthesis pathways. Key blue light signaling-related genes and phytohormones were found to be involved in these pathways. The study provides new insights into the regulatory effects of light on the appearance and internal quality of mango fruit.
JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Yanyun Zhu, Jimin Lv, Ye Gu, Yake He, Jianchu Chen, Zengqun Zhou, Xingqian Ye
Summary: Fermenting Chinese bayberry pomace into bayberry wine can effectively utilize resources and increase economic benefits. This study investigated the structure characteristics and antioxidant activities of polysaccharides in bayberry wine, as well as their impact on the wine quality. The results showed that polysaccharides have antioxidant capacity and can improve the color of bayberry wine.
Article
Plant Sciences
M-J Kim, P. Kim, Y. Chen, B. Chen, J. Yang, X. Liu, S. Kawabata, Y. Wang, Y. Li
Summary: The study showed that co-irradiation with blue and UV-B light is the most effective treatment for inducing anthocyanin biosynthesis in LA1996 fruits. By isolating the NR gene SlNIA through RNA-seq profiling and confirming its functions, it was concluded that NR plays a key role in blue + UV-B-mediated anthocyanin accumulation in LA1996 fruits.
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Jingjing Zhang, Bing Li, Xiurui Gao, Xiuqing Pan, Yanrong Wu
Summary: This study conducted transcriptomic and metabolomic analyses on two inbred lines of eggplant to investigate the effect of fruit peel color under the calyx on that at the fruit apex. The results identified differentially expressed genes and enriched metabolites that contribute to the difference in fruit color between the two lines.
FRONTIERS IN GENETICS
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Chuanhong Ren, Yunlin Cao, Mengyun Xing, Yan Guo, Jiajia Li, Lei Xue, Chongde Sun, Changjie Xu, Kunsong Chen, Xian Li
Summary: A total of 152 UGT genes were identified in M. rubra, and two of them were found to be involved in flavonoid glycoside accumulation. UV-B treatment significantly induced glycoside accumulation in M. rubra fruit. Two important amino acids were identified to be crucial for glucosyl transfer activity.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Horticulture
Irshad Ahmad Khan, Masood Ur Rahman, Shazia Sakhi, Ghazala Nawaz, Aftab Ahmad Khan, Tanveer Ahmad, Mohammad Adnan, Shah Masaud Khan
Summary: This study identified a predicted transcription factor, PpMYB39, associated with anthocyanin biosynthesis in peach fruit through comparative transcriptome analysis. The highest expression level of PpMYB39 was found at the stage where the maximum amount of anthocyanin accumulated. The study also revealed the possible role of PpDFR as a transcriptional activator of MYB39.
Article
Agronomy
Xing Wang, Shuangxia Luo, Qiang Li, Lijun Song, Weiwei Zhang, Ping Yu, Shuxin Xuan, Yanhua Wang, Jianjun Zhao, Xueping Chen, Shuxing Shen
Summary: This study identified the candidate genes and metabolites underlying eggplant fruit color changes, and found that flavonoids and naringenin chalcone play important roles in determining fruit color changes at maturity stages.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Yanyun Zhu, Jimin Lv, Ye Gu, Yake He, Jianchu Chen, Xingqian Ye, Zengqun Zhou
Summary: Mixed fermentation using yeast, lactic acid bacteria, and acetic acid bacteria was found to protect the color of Chinese bayberry pomace beverage and slow down the degradation of anthocyanins. Enzymes, however, could seriously damage the color and exacerbate anthocyanin degradation. Mixed fermentation also promoted the conversion of flavonoids into flavonol aglycones.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yan Zhou, Muhammad Ali Mumtaz, Yonghao Zhang, Huangying Shu, Yuanyuan Hao, Xu Lu, Shanhan Cheng, Guopeng Zhu, Zhiwei Wang
Summary: This study identified key genes involved in anthocyanin synthesis through experiments with purple pepper fruit under different light conditions, providing a reference for further research on the regulatory mechanism of anthocyanin biosynthesis in peppers.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Yifan Xing, Wenjing Sun, Yuying Sun, Jialin Li, Jie Zhang, Ting Wu, Tingting Song, Yuncong Yao, Ji Tian
Summary: This study investigated the dynamics of apple fruit phosphoproteome in response to light using high-performance liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry analysis. The findings revealed that mitogen-activated protein kinase MdMPK6 directly interacted with and activated transcription factor MdHY5 through phosphorylation under light conditions, thereby promoting anthocyanin accumulation in apple fruit.
PLANT BIOTECHNOLOGY JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Nay Myo Win, Youngsuk Lee, Seonae Kim, Van Giap Do, Young Sik Cho, In-Kyu Kang, Sangjin Yang, Juhyeon Park
Summary: Apple skin color is important for market value. The efficiency of pneumatic defoliation (PD) in enhancing red skin color and anthocyanin pigments in 'Picnic' apples was studied. The results showed that high-pressure PD treatment resulted in higher leaf defoliation rates and fruit color, compared to low-pressure PD and control treatments.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Xiaohui Zhou, Songyu Liu, Yan Yang, Jun Liu, Yong Zhuang
Summary: The study identified a total of 260 flavonoids, with most showing higher abundance in black-purple eggplant varieties. Activation of early phenylpropanoid biosynthesis genes and SmF3'5'H were key for anthocyanin accumulation and purple coloration, while two new hub genes (SmGL2 and SmGATA26) were associated with anthocyanin accumulation. Additionally, the pathway of plant hormone signal transduction was significantly enriched, suggesting the cooperation of phytohormones in modulating flavonoid biosynthesis.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Forestry
Lei Zhao, Juanli Sun, Yaming Cai, Qiurui Yang, Yuanqiang Zhang, Collins Otieno Ogutu, Jingjing Liu, Yun Zhao, Furong Wang, Huaping He, Beibei Zheng, Yuepeng Han
Summary: This study reports the role of an elongated hypocotyl 5-homolog gene, PpHYH, in regulating anthocyanin pigmentation in peach fruit peel. Light is a key factor affecting anthocyanin accumulation in peach fruit peel. PpHYH activates the transcription of three PpMYB10 genes and interacts with a cofactor PpBBX4 encoding a B-BOX protein, leading to anthocyanin accumulation in the sun-exposed peel. However, a negative regulator, PpCOP1, represses the activity of PpHYH, resulting in failure of anthocyanin accumulation in the shaded peel.
Article
Plant Sciences
Jingyi Liang, Fan Guo, Shifeng Cao, Ke Zhao, KeXin Zhao, Hongfei Wang, Xingfeng Shao, Yingying Wei, Chundan Zhang, Yonghua Zheng, Feng Xu
Summary: This study investigated the regulation of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) on plant anti-oxygenation and programmed cell death (PCD) in fresh-cut pumpkins. The results showed that exogenous GABA positively promoted GABA accumulation and alleviated oxidant damage in pumpkins tissue. GABA treatment also delayed DNA degradation, cytochrome c release, and cell apoptosis in pumpkin cells. On the other hand, the inhibitor of GABA generation, 3-mercaptopropionic acid (3-MP), accelerated oxidant damage and induced cell death in the pumpkins.
PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Horticulture
Fan Guo, Airu Han, Haiyan Gao, Jingyi Liang, Ke Zhao, Shifeng Cao, Hongfei Wang, Yingying Wei, Xingfeng Shao, Feng Xu
Summary: Mannose treatment effectively inhibited chlorophyll degradation and programmed cell death in broccoli florets stored at 20 degrees Celsius, delaying senescence in broccoli florets.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2022)
Article
Agronomy
Xiaoxia Zuo, Shifeng Cao, Nana Ji, Yanfei Li, JingLin Zhang, Peng Jin, Yonghua Zheng
Summary: High humidity storage enhances chilling tolerance in zucchini fruit by maintaining high levels of soluble sugars and inhibiting ethanol production.
POSTHARVEST BIOLOGY AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Wanqi Dong, Liyu Shi, Saisai Li, Feng Xu, Zhenfeng Yang, Shifeng Cao
Summary: The effect of hydrogen-rich water (HRW) treatment on softening, cell wall components, and cell wall metabolic genes in postharvest okras was studied. The results showed that HRW treatment could delay softening, maintain fruit firmness, and extend shelf life. This was achieved by altering cell wall components, up-regulating biosynthesis genes, and down-regulating degradative genes at different stages of storage.
Article
Agronomy
Xu Li, Zeyang Bao, Yana Chen, Qingqing Lan, Chunbo Song, Liyu Shi, Wei Chen, Shifeng Cao, Zhenfeng Yang, Qingbo Zheng
Summary: This study found that exogenous GSH treatment can inhibit weight loss and alleviate browning in postharvest okra, maintaining the appearance and quality of the fruit. GSH treatment also reduces the levels of ROS and regulates redox homeostasis in okra. Therefore, exogenous GSH treatment can prolong the shelf life of okra.
POSTHARVEST BIOLOGY AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Jiajun Lou, Chenghao Wu, Hongfei Wang, Shifeng Cao, Yingying Wei, Yi Chen, Shu Jiang, Xingfeng Shao, Feng Xu
Summary: Melatonin treatment maintained the sensory quality of broccoli florets by inhibiting yellowing and increasing endogenous melatonin content. It also suppressed the concentrations of certain carotenoids, while inhibiting the expression of carotenoid biosynthetic genes. This resulted in less accumulation of abscisic acid precursors, inhibiting abscisic acid production during the yellowing process.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Qingli Liu, Xu Li, Shuwang Jin, Wanqi Dong, Yong Zhang, Wei Chen, Liyu Shi, Shifeng Cao, Zhenfeng Yang
Summary: The effect of GABA treatment in postharvest kiwifruit was studied, and it was found that GABA treatment resulted in higher chilling tolerance and better quality maintenance. This was attributed to the increase in AsA levels, which helped protect cell membranes and alleviate chilling-induced oxidative stress. GABA treatment also upregulated the expression of AsA metabolic genes and candidate transcription factors involved in AsA biosynthesis.
Article
Agronomy
Chunhong Li, Kaituo Wang, Meiling Tan, Changyi Lei, Shifeng Cao
Summary: Plants sense conserved pathogen-derived features through pattern-recognition receptors, and activate immune responses against microbial invaders. FvBAK1, a receptor-like kinase in strawberry, is rapidly induced by the plant hormone brassinosteroid and plays a crucial role in providing immunity against the necrotrophic fungus Botrytis cinerea. FvBAK1 interacts with FvFLS2 and FvBIK1, linking the pathogen-derived receptor complex to downstream intracellular signaling pathways.
POSTHARVEST BIOLOGY AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Wanqi Dong, Shifeng Cao, Qihang Zhou, Shuwan Jin, Chujiang Zhou, Qingli Liu, Xu Li, Wei Chen, Zhenfeng Yang, Liyu Shi
Summary: Hydrogen-rich water treatment delays senescence and maintains fruit quality in postharvest okras. The treatment increases levels of melatonin, gibberellin (GA), and indoleacetic acid (IAA), while decreasing abscisic acid (ABA) content. These changes are associated with the upregulation of melatonin biosynthetic genes and anabolic genes for GA and IAA, as well as the down-regulation of ABA biosynthetic genes and up-regulation of ABA degradative gene.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Biology
Saisai Li, Yijuan Zhang, Liyu Shi, Shifeng Cao, Wei Chen, Zhenfeng Yang
Summary: In this study, we isolated and identified the R2R3-MYB type transcription factor, MrMYB9, through comparative transcriptome analysis of red and white Chinese bayberry fruits. The expression of MrMYB9 was positively correlated with anthocyanin levels and biosynthetic gene expression during fruit maturation. Our findings shed light on the biosynthesis of anthocyanins during color maturation in Chinese bayberry.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yabin Feng, Kui Suo, Liqiang Chen, Hafida Wahia, Cunshan Zhou, Zhenfeng Yang, Xianhui Chang, Liyu Shi, Wei Chen, Chunbo Song, Saisai Li
Summary: A synergistic pretreatment of artificial perforation and alcohol maceration (PAT) was proposed to improve the drying of garlic. The results showed that PAT pretreatment significantly reduced drying time and energy consumption, and improved the quality of dried garlic.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Chunbo Song, Zhenfeng Yang, Xiang Xiao
Summary: This study investigated the role of dynamic changes in membrane lipid metabolism in GABA-mediated cold tolerance of peach fruits. GABA treatment reduced phosphatidic acid accumulation, attenuated its biosynthesis, and maintained higher levels of phosphatidylcholine and phosphatidylethanolamine, leading to improved cold tolerance. GABA treatment protected peaches against low-temperature stress by maintaining higher levels of specific lipids and enhancing the accumulation of diacylglycerol and triacylglycerol. This study provides novel insights into the mechanisms underlying cold tolerance in postharvest peach fruits.
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)
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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)
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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)
