Genetic modification techniques in plant breeding: A comparative review of CRISPR/Cas and GM technologies
Available online 3 October 2024
Biotechnology has revolutionized agriculture through innovations such as genetically modified (GM) technology and CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing. In this review, a comparative analysis of these methods...
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Molecular breakthroughs in modern plant breeding techniques
January 2025
Advancements in molecular approaches have been utilized to breed crops with a wide range of economically valuable traits to develop superior cultivars. This review provides a concise overview of modern...
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Effects of light emitting diode lights on plant growth, development and traits a meta-analysis
November 2021
The various monochromatic Light Emitting Diode (LED) lights are widely used in growth facility for cultivating various plants, particularly horticultural crops because of their higher luminous efficiency,...
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Harvest and Postharvest Factors Affecting Bruise Damage of Fresh Fruits
January 2020
Fresh fruits are susceptible to bruising, a common type of mechanical damage during harvest and at all stages of postharvest handling. In quest of developing and adoption of strategies to reduce bruise...
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Plant Polyploidy: Origin, Evolution, and Its Influence on Crop Domestication
November 2019
The prevalence and recurrence of polyploidization in plant species make it one of the most important evolutionary events in plants, and as a result, polyploidization is an extensively investigated research...
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Advances in improving tomato fruit quality by gene editing
Available online 16 October 2024
Tomato, a vegetable of considerable global significance, has been the subject of extensive breeding efforts primarily aimed at achieving high yields and resistance to multiple stressors. However, despite...
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The coordinated interaction or regulation between floral pigments and volatile organic compounds
March 2025
Floral color and scent are crucial for plant–environment interactions, especially in reproduction by attracting pollinators for fertilization. They also have wide applications in cosmetic, pharmaceutical,...
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Genomics, phenomics, and machine learning in transforming plant research: Advancements and challenges
March 2025
Advances in gene editing and natural genetic variability present significant opportunities to generate novel alleles and select natural sources of genetic variation for horticulture crop improvement....
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Regulation of chlorophyll and carotenoid metabolism in citrus fruit
May 2025
Chlorophyll degradation and carotenoid accumulation are essential processes of fruit maturation in many horticultural plants, and play a crucial role in fruit color and quality. The pathways of chlorophyll...
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Smart horticulture as an emerging interdisciplinary field combining novel solutions: Past development, current challenges, and future perspectives
November 2024
Horticultural products such as fruits, vegetables, and tea offer a range of important nutrients such as protein, carbohydrates, vitamins and lipids. However, the present yield and quality do not meet...
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Fusarium wilt of banana: Current update and sustainable disease control using classical and essential oils approaches
February 2023
Fusarium species were reported to produce biofilms. Biofilms are superficial societies of microbes bounded and endangered by being situated or taking place outside a cell or cells. The most destructive...
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The genetic basis and improvement of photosynthesis in tomato
January 2025
Photosynthesis is one the most important chemical reaction in plants, and it is the ultimate energy source of any living organisms. The light and dark reactions are two essential phases of photosynthesis....
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A review for the breeding of orchids: Current achievements and prospects
September 2021
Orchids are horticultural plants with significant ornamental and economic value. Increasing market circulation and rising trade in orchids is forcing breeders to develop varieties with unique characteristics,...
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Trends in plant tissue culture and genetic improvement of gerbera
May 2025
Gerbera, a popular commercial cut flower with vibrant and striking colors has gained immense popularity in the floriculture industry. They are widely cultivated in various regions, making them available...
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Ripening-related transcription factors during tomato fruit ripening: Crosstalk with ethylene
May 2025
Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) has become a model for the study of fleshy fruits. Comprehending the regulatory mechanisms of fleshy fruit ripening is important. Transcription factors (TFs), hormones,...
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Combined volatile metabolome and transcriptome analysis of 60 peach cultivars provide new insights into the formation of aroma and the identification of associated genes
Available online 27 March 2025
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are the main chemical compounds that determine the characteristic aroma and flavor of fruit. In this study, we identified a total of 97 VOCs, including 5 C6 compounds,...
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Impact of mechanical stimulation on the life cycle of horticultural plant
June 2023
Mechanical stimulation technology is critical in agricultural crop production because it is constantly regarded as a developing green technology to regulate plants to meet people's need for green and...
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Banana Fusarium Wilt (Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. cubense) Control and Resistance, in the Context of Developing Wilt-resistant Bananas Within Sustainable Production Systems
September 2018
Banana (Musa spp.) is seriously threatened by the soil-borne fungus Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. cubense (Foc), also known as Panama disease. Attempts to control Fusarium wilt with fungicides damage soil...
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Transcriptome analysis reveals the common and specific pathways of citric acid accumulation in different citrus species
March 2025
Citric acid is an important contributor to fruit flavor. The extremely significant differences in citric acid levels are observed among citrus species and varieties. The molecular basis of citric acid...
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Citrus Fruit-Cracking: Causes and Occurrence
November 2017
Citrus fruit creasing or cracking is a complex pre-harvest physiological disorder that causes significant economic losses. Recent studies have indicated that citrus fruit creasing or cracking is caused...
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Integration of transcriptome and metabolome reveals regulatory mechanisms of volatile flavor formation during tomato fruit ripening
March 2025
Tomato is an important economic crop all over the world. Volatile flavors in tomato fruit are key factors influencing consumer liking and commercial quality. However, the regulatory mechanism controlling...
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Establishment of somatic embryogenesis regeneration system and transcriptome analysis of early somatic embryogenesis in litchi
March 2025
Litchi chinensis Sonn. is an important economic fruit tree in tropical and subtropical regions. Regrettably, the efficiency of plant regeneration via somatic embryogenesis in litchi is typically low...
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Biocontrol efficiency and the functional mechanisms of Bacillus velezensis RT-30 against kiwifruit soft rot
Available online 19 February 2025
Soft rot is a severe postharvest disease affecting kiwifruit production. The management of this disease primarily relies on the use of chemical fungicides. However, biological control using antagonistic...
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Genome-wide Analysis of the SPL Gene Family in Lettuce and Its Role in miR156/SPL Module-Mediated Plant Development and Regeneration
Available online 19 February 2025
Lettuce (Lactuca sativa) is a globally important leafy vegetable. Understanding the genetic factors underlying its growth and regeneration is critical for advancing agricultural productivity and biotechnological...
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Genome-wide analysis of the MYB gene family and functional analysis of BhMYB79 in wax gourd
March 2025
Wax gourd (Benincasa hispida) is an important cucurbit crop with economic and medicinal value. The myeloblastosis (MYB) gene family is one of the largest gene families in plants and regulates various...
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