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Genetic modification techniques in plant breeding: A comparative review of CRISPR/Cas and GM technologies

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

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

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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Regulation of chlorophyll and carotenoid metabolism in citrus fruit

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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Harvest and Postharvest Factors Affecting Bruise Damage of Fresh Fruits

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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Advances in improving tomato fruit quality by gene editing

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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Plant Polyploidy: Origin, Evolution, and Its Influence on Crop Domestication

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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Combined volatile metabolome and transcriptome analysis of 60 peach cultivars provide new insights into the formation of aroma and the identification of associated genes

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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Ripening-related transcription factors during tomato fruit ripening: Crosstalk with ethylene

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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Trends in plant tissue culture and genetic improvement of gerbera

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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Smart horticulture as an emerging interdisciplinary field combining novel solutions: Past development, current challenges, and future perspectives

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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Genomics, phenomics, and machine learning in transforming plant research: Advancements and challenges

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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The genetic basis and improvement of photosynthesis in tomato

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

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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Overexpression of a transcription factor MdWRKY126 altered soluble sugar accumulation in apple and tomato fruit

The compositions and contents of soluble sugars highly determine the flavor and quality of fleshy fruits. In the present study, we found that the overexpression of transcription factor MdWRKY126 localized...

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Establishment of an efficient Agrobacterium rhizogenes-mediated hairy root transformation method for subtropical fruit trees

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Fusarium wilt of banana: Current update and sustainable disease control using classical and essential oils approaches

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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Citrus Fruit-Cracking: Causes and Occurrence

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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The coordinated interaction or regulation between floral pigments and volatile organic compounds

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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Protein post-translational modification in plants: Regulation and beyond

Post-translational modification (PTM) of proteins is a crucial regulatory mechanism in plant cells, enabling rapid and purposeful regulation of their functions. Modified proteins play various roles...

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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

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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Impact of mechanical stimulation on the life cycle of horticultural plant

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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Integration of transcriptome and metabolome reveals regulatory mechanisms of volatile flavor formation during tomato fruit ripening

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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Breeding melon (Cucumis melo) with resistance to powdery mildew and downy mildew

Melon (Cucumis melo L.) production is often restricted by a plethora of pests and diseases, including powdery mildew and downy mildew caused respectively by the fungal species Podosphaera xanthii/Golovinomyces...

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The regulatory network composed of phytohormones, transcription factors and non-coding RNAs is involved in the flavonoids biosynthesis of fruits

Flavonoids, abundant in the fruits, are pivotal to their growth, development, and storage. In addition, they have significant beneficial effects on human health. Consequently, research is increasingly...

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