HD-ZIP transcription factors: pivotal regulators of plant reproductive development
April 2026
The HD-ZIP gene family, a group of plant-specific transcription factors, plays pivotal regulatory roles in various aspects of plant growth and development. Accumulating evidence has demonstrated the...
Elevated expression of CsCit and CsALMT9-like plays a key role in lowering citrate and increasing malate accumulation in Citrus tamurana × natsudaidai ‘Haruka’ fruit
April 2026
Organic acid composition has a major influence on fruit taste and quality. In general, the fruits of common citrus varieties accumulate more citrate than malate. Here, we report that a citrus variety,...
A comprehensive report on glucosinolate involvement in abiotic stress responses in Brassicaceae family
April 2026
Being sessile organisms, plants confer various environmental challenges that effect their productivity. Secondary metabolites, including glucosinolate (GSLs), are synthesized in plants to counteract...
Application of plant factory with artificial lighting in horticultural production: current progress and future trends
April 2026
Horticultural production, enriched in essential nutrients such as proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins, and lipids, face challenges due to rapid global population growth, resource shortages, environmental...
Genome-wide analysis of the SPL gene family in lettuce and its role in miR156/SPL module-mediated plant development and regeneration
April 2026
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...
Salvia miltiorrhiza-derived carbon dots enhance heat and cold stress tolerance through BrSPL11.1-mediated ascorbic acid biosynthesis and recycling pathways in flowering Chinese cabbage
April 2026
Salvia miltiorrhiza-derived carbon dots (SmCDs) have a potent antioxidant capacity. Squamosa promoter-binding protein-like (SPL) transcription factors respond to both heat and cold stress. However,...
Identification and functional characterization of anaphase-promoting complex/cyclosome subunits in tomato
April 2026
The anaphase-promoting complex/cyclosome (APC/C), a multiunit-E3 ligase, governs both mitotic and non-mitotic pathways by interacting with ubiquitinated proteins. However, developmental functions of...
SlWRKY80 and SlWRKY81 synergistically regulate the autophagy gene SlATG13b to actively resist saline-alkali stress in tomato
April 2026
Saline–alkali stress is a significant abiotic stressor that affects the growth of tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.). Our previous studies reported that the homologous genes SlWRKY80 and SlWRKY81 can...
Sweet genomes provide colorful life: a review on molecularly tagged genes and biological regulation of breeding characters in watermelon and melon
April 2026
Watermelon and melon are important members of the Cucurbitaceae family, offering high economic benefit and nutritional value. With the release and ongoing refinement of the watermelon and melon genomes,...
LpWRKY28 promotes embryonic callus formation in Lilium pumilum by activating LpABI5 transcription
April 2026
Somatic embryogenesis (SE) is widely used in agricultural production and genetic improvement. Lilium spp. has great ornamental and economic value, and SE provides an important basis for the conservation...
AaAO, AaPDE, and AaABC proteins promote Alternaria alternate f. sp. mali ALT7 invasion in apple leaves
April 2026
Alternaria leaf spot, a fungal disease affecting apple production globally, incurs significant economic losses annually. The pathogenic fungus, A. alternata f. sp. mali (ALT), produces the host-specific...
Genomic prediction of phenological and fruit-quality traits in a multi-family Japanese plum breeding population
April 2026
The genetic improvement of the Japanese plum has been mainly hampered by the long juvenile periods of trees, driving the search for alternatives to increase the efficiency in developing new cultivars....
VqBGH52 enhances the accumulation of trans-resveratrol through hydrolysis of trans-piceid and resistance to powdery mildew in Chinese wild grapevine
April 2026
Powdery mildew poses a significant threat to grapevine cultivation worldwide, resulting in increased production costs. Vitis quinquangularis accession ‘Danfeng-2’ accumulates high concentrations of...
Population genomics of Vitis pseudoreticulata reveals the genetic basis of fungal resistance in grapevine
April 2026
Grapevine cultivation is facing significant challenges from fungal diseases. Wild Vitis species exhibit extraordinary fungal resistance, offering valuable genetic resources for grapevine improvement,...
Blue light regulation of quality formation in horticultural crops: metabolic reprogramming and product organ development
Available online 21 April 2026
The quality of horticultural crops is directly associated with their economic value. Precise regulation by exposure to blue light has been widely applied to improve crop quality, including nutritional...
Transcriptional profiles reveal the pivotal roles of RcHSFA2 and RcHSFA6b in mediating the heat stress response in Rosa chinensis
Available online 20 April 2026
Heat stress significantly constrains rose (Rosa spp.) growth and yield. Understanding the molecular mechanisms of heat stress response is essential for developing thermotolerant rose varieties. This...
The PbNAC56-PbMYB31 regulatory module mediates volatile ester biosynthesis in pear
Available online 8 April 2026
Volatile aroma compounds in fruits are key determinants of fruit quality and consumer acceptance. Research has increasingly clarified the pathways of biosynthesis of key volatile compounds, yet their...
Fifteen years of vegetable crop genome sequencing: achievements, challenges, and prospects
Available online 5 April 2026
Vegetables are a crucial component of the global diet, providing essential vitamins, minerals, dietary fiber, and medicinal value to humans while also holding a key position in agricultural economies....
The Capsicum Industry in China: Development and Impact
Available online 4 April 2026
Since its introduction to China in the late 16th century, Capsicum has transitioned from an exotic crop into a cornerstone of Chinese agriculture. This review examines the industry’s historical dissemination...
Promising strategy for eliminating chrysanthemum Chlorotic Mottle Viroid in chrysanthemum ‘Glory Pink’
Available online 4 April 2026
Chrysanthemum chlorotic mottle viroid (CChMVd) significantly challenges chrysanthemum production, necessitating effective eradication strategies. Therefore, this study aims to evaluate the efficacy...
Changes of primary and secondary metabolite fruit composition in chilli pepper as affected by the cultivation management and heterotic effects
Available online 4 April 2026
Chilli pepper is one of the most popular spices and a major vegetable crop grown worldwide. As consumption rises, new cultivars must be introduced to reduce cultivation inputs while maintaining adequate...