Article
Agronomy
Weixiong Wu, Wuxiang Fu, Juha M. Alatalo, Zhanxia Ma, Yang Bai
Summary: This study contributes to the efforts of applying water and fertilizer coupling techniques to increase crop productivity on sugarcane plantations. Through analyzing the effects of different water and fertilizer treatments on agronomic traits, sugarcane yield, and sugar content, the study provides recommendations for irrigation scheduling and fertilizer application to improve sugarcane yield and quality.
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Ayoola Makinde, Muhammad Muhaiminul Islam, Katharine M. Wood, Emily Conlin, Melissa Williams, Stacey D. Scott
Summary: This research examines the adoption of digital technology in the Canadian beef farming industry, specifically in the beef feedlot sector in Ontario. The study reveals that feedlot producers prefer mature technologies that align with their business needs and have limited uptake of precision livestock farming technologies. The main barriers to technology adoption include costs, usability, awareness, and perceived relevance. The study highlights the importance of pricing models and user-centered design for PLF innovators and industry stakeholders.
COMPUTERS AND ELECTRONICS IN AGRICULTURE
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Qunchao Wan, Shiyi Tang, Zhenwu Jiang
Summary: This study examines the effects of digital technology development (GTD) on the innovation performance (IP) of China's high-tech industry (HTI) using regional panel data from 2004 to 2016. The findings show that GTD has a positive impact on IP in the HTI, but there is a negative spillover effect. Market integration, economic policy uncertainty, R&D investment, and technology diffusion play significant roles in regulating and mediating the effects of GTD on IP. The panel threshold test suggests that appropriate levels of GTD and R&D investment can significantly promote IP in the HTI.
Article
Environmental Studies
Xinhua He, Qiuyun Ping, Wenfa Hu
Summary: This paper uses an entropy weight method and econometric model to investigate how digital technology affects the sustainable development of China's Marine Equipment Manufacturing Industry (MEMI). The study reveals that digital technology has a positive impact on MEMI and digital trade plays a mediating role in this process.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Haohui Wang, Lunwen Wu, Gang Peng, Hongmei Du
Summary: In the context of the global digital economy, this paper explores the greening transformation of the manufacturing industry from the micro-perspective of enterprise digital development. The study empirically examines the impact and mechanism of enterprise digital development on the greening transformation of China's manufacturing industry. The findings show that enterprise digital development significantly promotes the greening transformation, with technological innovation and financing constraints playing important roles as mediating mechanisms. The impact of digital development on greening transformation exhibits a positive nonlinear effect, with a weakening marginal effect. Heterogeneity analysis reveals that digital development has a greater ability to promote the green transformation of state-owned and large enterprises, as well as manufacturing industries in eastern cities, key city clusters, and high-level cities.
Article
Plant Sciences
Varucha Misra, A. K. Mall, Shamim Akhtar Ansari, Mohammad Israil Ansari
Summary: This article studies the production, accumulation, and processing of sucrose in sugarcane, as well as the role of enzymes and hormones in these processes. The four metabolizing sugar enzymes and eight phytohormones have been found to play a crucial role in sucrose biosynthesis and accumulation in sugarcane. Furthermore, the interaction between these enzymes, phytohormones, and sugar transporters has contributed to the tolerance potential of sugarcane.
JOURNAL OF PLANT GROWTH REGULATION
(2023)
Article
Environmental Studies
Samson Afewerki, Tonje Osmundsen, Marit Schei Olsen, Kristine Vedal Storkersen, Andreas Misund, Trine Thorvaldsen
Summary: This research examines the sustainability challenges in the Norwegian aquaculture industry and introduces a new innovation policy instrument called development licences. The findings suggest that in the short term, this innovation policy has successfully reconfigured the aquaculture production technology innovation networks, but long-term success depends on addressing institutional failures in the sector.
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Thu-Huong Nguyen, Oz Sahin, Michael Howes
Summary: This article reviews the perception of climate change amongst Asian farmers, their adaptation strategies, key influencing factors, and barriers to change. Through a systematic quantitative literature review of 48 papers, it was found that farmers' perceptions align with scientific data, and their adaptation strategies focus on soil conservation, water management, and land use changes. Various influencing factors and barriers impacting farmers' adaptive capacity were identified, including cognitive, demographic, social-economic, resources, and institutional factors.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Genjin Sun, Yanxiu Liu, Qi Qian, Yue He, Yi Shi, Yurong Zhu
Summary: This study explores the impact mechanism of environmental regulation on China's tourism development from the perspective of institutional and environmental economics, using panel data analysis and instrumental variable two-stage least squares method. The findings suggest that environmental regulation significantly promotes the development of the tourism industry, with heterogeneous effects on domestic and inbound tourism market, urban type, and urban location. Furthermore, environmental regulation contributes to China's tourism industry development through industrial structure upgrading, technological innovation, and urban image promotion.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
L. M. Collins, L. M. Smith
Summary: The projected rise in global population and demand for meat and animal products poses challenges to the livestock sector. However, implementing smart agri-systems and utilizing emerging technologies can support informed decision-making and move towards greater sustainability.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Phoonthawee Saetear, Nattinee Saechua, Kamonthip Sereenonchai
Summary: This study introduces a new SIA method for simultaneous analysis of degree Brix, orthophosphate, and pH in raw cane juice, providing efficient and accurate detection of sugarcane juice quality parameters.
Article
Plant Sciences
Yong Zhao, Ling-Xiang Yu, Jing Ai, Zhong-Fu Zhang, Jun Deng, Yue-Bin Zhang
Summary: The climate conditions in the low-latitude plateau of China have a significant impact on sugarcane yield and sucrose content. Temperature and sunshine duration have important effects on sucrose content, while relative humidity and rainfall amount influence sugarcane yield. It is important to select suitable sugarcane varieties and cultivation practices based on the climate type.
Article
Economics
Andre Felipe Danelon, Humberto Francisco Silva Spolador, Jason Scott Bergtold
Summary: During the 2000s, the Brazilian sugar-ethanol sector experienced growth due to the development of flex-fuel vehicles and rising international commodity prices. However, this growth also increased pressure on land -use change and management. This study examines the efficiency and productivity of the sugar-ethanol industry and suggests that small SE mills could benefit from merging with larger mills to improve their productivity and contribute to environmental policies in Brazil.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Sehrish Akbar, Wei Yao, Lifang Qin, Yuan Yuan, Charles A. Powell, Baoshan Chen, Muqing Zhang
Summary: Through transcriptome and proteomics analysis, this study revealed that the Badila sugarcane genotype showed significant upregulation of sugar metabolizing and transporting transcripts after infection with Sugarcane mosaic virus (SCMV), potentially enhancing virus multiplication and infection.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Guochang Fang, Zhengye Gao, Chuanwang Sun
Summary: This paper studies the relationship between the development of the new energy industry and carbon emissions. The findings show that scale expansion has an inverted U-shaped relationship with carbon emissions, while the application of technology has a continuous effect in reducing emissions. The study emphasizes the importance of considering both scale and technology dimensions in the energy transformation process.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Bao-Qing Zhang, Xiu-Peng Song, Xiao-Qiu Zhang, Yu-Xin Huang, Yong-Jian Liang, Shan Zhou, Cui-Fang Yang, Li-Tao Yang, Xing Huang, Yang-Rui Li
Summary: In this study, a gene involved in the low-temperature stress response in sugarcane was identified. Five sugarcane CBL genes were analyzed, and their characteristics, including protein sequences, molecular weight, subcellular localization, secondary structure, and conserved domains, were determined. The expression analysis showed varying responses to low temperatures among these genes. The findings suggest that these CBL genes could be potential candidates for enhancing cold resistance in sugarcane.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Krishan K. Verma, Xiu-Peng Song, Abhishek Joshi, Dan-Dan Tian, Vishnu D. Rajput, Munna Singh, Jaya Arora, Tatiana Minkina, Yang-Rui Li
Summary: Nano-fertilizers have been shown to significantly improve soil quality, plant growth performance, and crop production. They offer an environmentally friendly alternative to synthetic chemical fertilizers and are more suitable for stimulating plant development. Recent research has explored the potential of nano-fertilizers in addressing agricultural challenges and ensuring long-term food security globally.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Rajesh Kumar Singh, Pratiksha Singh, Anjney Sharma, Dao-Jun Guo, Sudhir K. Upadhyay, Qi-Qi Song, Krishan K. Verma, Dong-Ping Li, Mukesh Kumar Malviya, Xiu-Peng Song, Li-Tao Yang, Yang-Rui Li
Summary: In this study, the existence of novel endophytic diazotrophs in sugarcane plants was investigated, and their contribution to nitrogen fixation was evaluated. The bacterial communities in different tissues showed variations in diversity and abundance, with 16 genera exhibiting potent nitrogen-fixing ability. These findings are important for understanding the biological nitrogen fixation mechanism in sugarcane and for sustainable agriculture production.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Qaisar Khan, Ying Qin, Dao-Jun Guo, Xiu-Peng Zeng, Jiao-Yun Chen, Yu-Yan Huang, Quang-Kiet Te, Li-Tao Yang, Qiang Liang, Xiu-Peng Song, Yong-Xiu Xing, Yang-Rui Li
Summary: In this study, a high sucrose content sugarcane mutant clone, GXB9, was compared to the low sucrose mother clone B9 on morphological, agronomical, and physiological levels. The results showed significant differences between GXB9 and B9 in terms of growth traits, physiological parameters, and cane quality. GXB9 exhibited lower performance in most traits compared to B9, except for higher net photosynthetic rate, stomatal conductance, and transpiration rate. This suggests that GXB9 is an elite source for future breeding due to its high sugar content and better overall performance compared to B9.
Review
Plant Sciences
Krishan K. Verma, Xiu-Peng Song, Abhishek Joshi, Vishnu D. Rajput, Munna Singh, Anjney Sharma, Rajesh Kumar Singh, Dong-Mei Li, Jaya Arora, Tatiana Minkina, Yang-Rui Li
Summary: Conventional fertilizers and pesticides are unsustainable, and nanotechnology holds potential to improve crop growth and productivity. Developing efficient nutrient use in agriculture is crucial for optimal crop yield and agricultural sustainability.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Mukesh Kumar Malviya, Chang-Ning Li, Prakash Lakshmanan, Manoj Kumar Solanki, Zhen Wang, Anjali Chandrol Solanki, Qian Nong, Krishan K. Verma, Rajesh Kumar Singh, Pratiksha Singh, Anjney Sharma, Dao-Jun Guo, Eldessoky S. Dessoky, Xiu-Peng Song, Yang-Rui Li
Summary: This study investigated the rhizosphere and diazotroph bacterial diversity in wild progenitors of sugarcane, highlighting the importance of genetic background in plant-microbe interactions. The results showed significant microbial diversity and the influence of soil physiochemical properties on the rhizosphere microbiome.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Agronomy
Qaisar Khan, Ying Qin, Dao-Jun Guo, Zhen Lu, Xian-Qiu Xie, Li-Tao Yang, Qiang Liang, Xiu-Peng Song, Yong-Xiu Xing, Yang-Rui Li
Summary: In this study, a proteomic approach was used to identify proteins associated with sucrose accumulation in a high sucrose sugarcane mutant. Several key proteins involved in sucrose metabolism were found, and the results provide insights for improving sugarcane varieties.
Article
Microbiology
Qian Nong, Mukesh Kumar Malviya, Manoj Kumar Solanki, Anjali Chandrol Solanki, Li Lin, Jinlan Xie, Zhanghong Mo, Zeping Wang, Xiu-Peng Song, Xin Huang, Shalini Rai, Changning Li, Yang-Rui Li
Summary: This study found that certain sugarcane germplasms can absorb more nitrogen through bacterial nitrogen fixation. Strain GXS16 can colonize sugarcane roots and exhibit high nitrogenase activity under different environmental conditions. Analysis of plant hormones and gene expression showed that ethylene plays a critical role in regulating the sugarcane root response to GXS16 inoculation.
FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Krishan K. Verma, Xiu-Peng Song, Garima Yadav, Hewan Demissie Degu, Aqsa Parvaiz, Munna Singh, Hai -Rong Huang, Ghulam Mustafa, Lin Xu, Yang-Rui Li
Summary: Sugar cane is a major crop for sugar and renewable bioenergy production. China is the fourth-largest sugar producer, with sugar cane and sugar beets being the main crops. Sugar cane has superior physiological carbon metabolisms, which enable it to increase yield and water-use efficiency in harsh environments. Studying the relationship between plant yield and proteogenomics expression under abiotic stress during cultivation in specific agrizones using molecular approaches is a meaningful research direction.
Article
Biology
Xiupeng Song, Fenglian Mo, Meixin Yan, Xiaoqiu Zhang, Baoqing Zhang, Xing Huang, Dongmei Huang, Yangfei Pan, Krishan K. Verma, Yang-Rui Li
Summary: This study investigated the physiological changes of sugarcane cultivars after infection with smut. The results showed that sugarcane seedlings responded positively to pathogen infection, and there was a correlation between photosynthetic parameters and defense enzyme activities.
Article
Plant Sciences
Qian Nong, Mukesh Kumar Malviya, Manoj Kumar Solanki, Li Lin, Jinlan Xie, Zhanghong Mo, Zeping Wang, Xiupeng Song, Xin Huang, Changning Li, Yangrui Li
Summary: This study investigated the interaction between endophytic nitrogen-fixing bacteria Burkholderia GXS16 and sugarcane tissue culture seedlings using metabolomic and RNA-seq analyses. The results showed colonization of GXS16 in sugarcane roots and enhanced activities of antioxidant enzymes. Transcriptomic analyses revealed differentially expressed genes involved in glutathione metabolism and carbon metabolism pathways. The study also demonstrated that the interaction between GXS16 and sugarcane roots promoted the synthesis of flavonoids, thus promoting crop growth.
Article
Microbiology
Mingzheng Duan, Lingqiang Wang, Xiupeng Song, Xiaoqiu Zhang, Zeping Wang, Jingchao Lei, Meixin Yan
Summary: This study explored the microbial community dynamics in the rhizosphere soils of resistant and susceptible sugarcane varieties during smut invasion. The findings revealed differences in bacterial and fungal diversity between the resistant and susceptible varieties. Several bacterial genera, including Marmoricola, Iamia, and Reyranella, were associated with smut resistance in sugarcane. Bacterial network analysis showed interactions between different groups during smut invasion.
BRAZILIAN JOURNAL OF MICROBIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Liang Shuai, Hairong Huang, Lingyan Liao, Zhenhua Duan, Xiaoqiu Zhang, Zeping Wang, Jingchao Lei, Weihua Huang, Xiaohang Chen, Dongmei Huang, Qiufang Li, Xiupeng Song, Meixin Yan
Summary: Sugarcane smut, the most severe sugarcane disease in China, has traditionally been characterized by the emergence of long, black whips from the top of infected plants. However, in 2018, the floral structures of smut-infected sugarcane plants in China were observed for the first time. These structures were generally curved and short, with small black whips emerging from the glumes of a single floret on the cane stalk. Isolates of the smut fungus, named Ssf1-7 (MAT-1) and Ssf1-8 (MAT-2), were selected for further analysis, including sexual mating, DNA sequencing, and pathogenicity assessment. The results showed that these isolates had stronger sexual mating capability and DNA sequence similarity to other Sporisorium scitamineum strains found in GenBank. The study also revealed that the induction of flowering by S. scitamineum is variety-specific and involves the differential expression of flowering-related genes in infected plantlets.
Article
Microbiology
Dao-Jun Guo, Pratiksha Singh, Bin Yang, Rajesh Kumar Singh, Krishan K. Verma, Anjney Sharma, Qaisar Khan, Ying Qin, Ting-Su Chen, Xiu-Peng Song, Bao-Qing Zhang, Dong-Ping Li, Yang-Rui Li
Summary: In this study, a strain of Pseudomonas aeruginosa named DJ06 was found to promote the growth and development of sugarcane. The colonization of DJ06 strain in sugarcane tissues was confirmed through genetic sequencing and labeling technology. The genome analysis of DJ06 strain revealed the presence of various genes related to plant growth promotion. Inoculation of DJ06 strain significantly enhanced the growth, photosynthetic activity, and hormonal balance in sugarcane plants.
FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY
(2023)
Correction
Plant Sciences
K. K. Verma, Y. Zeng, X-P Song, M. Singh, K-C Wu, V. D. Rajput, Y-R Li
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2023)