The small-fruit phenotypes were controlled by nine major-effect loci with complementary epistasis in Malus accessions
October 2026
During the long history of domestication and improvement of cultivated plants from their wild progenitors, unfavorable alleles of important traits, such as the small-fruit trait of wild apple (Malus)...
Advances in understanding the regulatory network of pear stone cell formation
October 2026
As a specialized lignified cell type with negative effects on fruit quality, stone cell formation in pear is closely linked to lignin biosynthesis and deposition. In this study, we review the complicated...
Identification of CsRNF144 as a key gene regulating di-hydroxy catechins accumulation in Camellia tachangensis through genome-wide association studies
October 2026
Tea is a widely consumed and nutritious beverage, rich in amino acids, caffeine, and catechins, which contribute to its taste and health-promoting properties. While much research has focused on catechins,...
An insertion of transposon in Tepi gene confers male sterility of marigold
October 2026
The Asteraceae family has achieved considerable progress through the implementation of hybridization techniques. However, the special complex capitulum of its members severely hinders the breeding process....
Identification of CYP89A6 as a positive regulator of glucosinolate biosynthesis in Brassica rapa via machine learning analysis of large-scale RNA-seq data
October 2026
Glucosinolates (GLS) are critical for the defense, flavor, and sulfur storage of cruciferous plants; however, the regulatory mechanisms underlying their biosynthesis and metabolism remain largely elusive....
PlMYB34-PlABI5 synergistically regulate Paeonia lactiflora seed dormancy via ABA metabolism and signaling pathways
October 2026
Paeonia lactiflora Pall. is a valuable ornamental and medicinal plant, but its strong seed dormancy limits breeding efficiency. Abscisic acid (ABA) plays a central role in regulating seed dormancy,...
Improving detection of potato virus X resistance genes Rx1 and Rx2 in tetraploid potato using optimized PCR and KASP markers
October 2026
Potato virus X (PVX) seriously threatens global potato cultivation, necessitating a deeper understanding of the genetic mechanisms responsible for resistance. The Rx1 and Rx2 genes play a pivotal role...
A century-old fight against Huanglongbing with antimicrobial peptides opening the door to citrus health
October 2026
Huanglongbing (HLB) is a devastating citrus disease threatening global citrus production. The disease, associated with Candidatus Liberibacter asiaticus (CLas), is primarily spread by the Asian citrus...
An emerging role of biostimulants in mitigating abiotic stress in plants: mechanisms, applications, and prospects for sustainable agriculture
October 2026
Abiotic stresses, intensified by climate change, account for up to 70% of global crop yield losses, posing a critical threat to food security and sustainable agriculture. Conventional reliance on synthetic...
Development and activity evaluation of a highly efficient CRISPR-Cas genome editing system in larch
October 2026
The CRISPR/Cas system has been widely used among plant species. However, due to the long life cycle, complex genetic background, high levels of genomic heterozygosity, and difficulties in stable transformation,...
Impact of the combined application of β-cyclocitric acid and mycorrhizal inoculum on tomato response to water deficit
October 2026
Apocarotenoids are metabolites derived from the oxidative breakdown of carotenoids and are known to modulate molecular and biochemical responses that help plants overcome the adverse effects of abiotic...
Engineering drought resilience in plants: integrating multi-omics, machine learning, and single-cell technologies for future food security
October 2026
Global crop productivity is increasingly threatened by climate change, with drought stress (DS) a severe and escalating challenge to food security. Therefore, developing resilient crops is crucial for...
Screening of salt-tolerant potato germplasms and dynamic changes of APA in response to salt stress
October 2026
Soil salinization is one of the most prominent abiotic stresses affecting agricultural production. As the third most significant staple crop, the potato exhibits heightened sensitivity to salt stress....
Mitochondrial pyruvate carrier 1 (MPC1) regulates the sugar-acid metabolism in citrus
October 2026
The sugar-acid balance in citrus fruits is widely acknowledged as a critical determinant of overall flavor quality, with the pronounced accumulation of citric acid representing a defining metabolic...
An efficient hairy root transformation system for protein interaction and gene editing analysis in roses
October 2026
Roses (Rosa hybrida) are widely distributed ornamental crops with excellent economic and academic value. The Agrobacterium rhizogenes-mediated hairy root transformation system (HRTS) provides a powerful...
Intercropping tea plants with Ophiopogon japonicus alters root exudate metabolites and restructures rhizosphere microbiota to promote plant growth
October 2026
Intercropping tea plants with Ophiopogon japonicus effectively prevents soil erosion and enhances the ecological stability of mountainous tea plantations. However, the underlying ecological facilitation...
The role of PYL genes as core components of abscisic acid signaling in plant abiotic stress response
October 2026
The PYL gene family, encoding core ABA receptors, plays a pivotal role in abiotic stress adaptation and growth regulation in horticultural crops. By binding ABA via its conserved structural domain,...
TgbZIP6-TgAMY3 regulatory module drives starch degradation and oil accumulation in Torreya grandis seeds
October 2026
Carbohydrates are essential for plant growth and serve as the primary carbon source for lipid biosynthesis in oilseed crops. However, the molecular mechanisms underlying starch degradation and its regulatory...
Integrated physiological and multi-omics analyses reveal enhanced efficiency of nano-silicon over ionic silicon in mediating low phosphorus stress tolerance in tomato
Available online 25 October 2026
Soil-available phosphorus deficiency is a major problem that restricts plant growth and development. Ionic silicon supply can enhance low-phosphorus (LP) tolerance; however, the effects of nano-silicon...
MaPUB21-mediated degradation of MaICE1 modulates the IAA-dependent drought response in Musa acuminata
Available online 25 October 2026
Drought stress is a major constraint on plant growth and agricultural productivity, posing a serious challenge to the sustainable cultivation of economically important fruit crops such as banana. To...
CsARF2b interacts with corepressor CsTPR3 to promote leaf yellowing in Chrysanthemum seticuspe
Available online 24 October 2026
Salicylic acid delays sand pear senescence via an NPR1-ACO3 regulatory module
Available online 24 October 2026
Fruit senescence is a multifaceted, hormone-regulated process, yet the molecular interplay between ethylene and salicylic acid (SA) signaling in pear remains largely unresolved. PpACO3 was identified...
The NAC transcription factors enhance the yield of natural products in plants: regulatory mechanisms of secondary metabolic pathways
Available online 14 October 2026
Plant secondary metabolites constitute a significant category of natural products that possess both practical applications and ecological functions. These compounds are extensively utilized in pharmaceutical...
MdKNOX19 promotes dwarfing and multi-branching in apple by regulating MdGA20ox3 and MdIPT1 expression
Available online 13 October 2026
Dwarfing and multi-branching tree architecture represent critical horticultural traits in fruit tree cultivation. KNOX transcription factors function as pivotal regulators of plant morphogenesis, whereas...
Response of soil microenvironment, yield, and quality of edible roses to reduced chemical fertilization combined with composite microbial inoculants
Available online 13 October 2026
Excessive fertilizer applications in edible rose cultivation can reduce soil quality, microbial activity, yield, and quality. This study assessed the influence of composite microbial inoculants and...