Modern and globally grown Zea Mays L. (maize) cultivars require large amounts of nitrogen (N) fertilizer that is costly for farmers, has high energy requirements, and can have detrimental environmental impacts. A novel solution was recently identified in maize landraces from Oaxa [....] » Read More
Plant growth and development are significantly influenced by environmental factors, including light intensity and quality. In recent years, increasing attention has been given to the use of Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) in controlled environments, such as greenhouses. This technol [....] » Read More
With growing urbanization, digital literacy and information technology extending to one and all globally, there is heightened awareness of food provenance and nutritional consciousness. This trend has motivated functional value-based consumption while safeguarding planetary healt [....] » Read More
The key methionine biosynthetic enzyme cystathionine γ-synthase (CGS) was expressed under the control of the seed-specific phaseolin promoter in Arabidopsis, tobacco, and soybean. This led to a marked accumulation of amino acids and sugars in seeds, resulting in significant [....] » Read More
Iron (Fe) is an essential micronutrient for tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) growth, regulating chlorophyll biosynthesis, photosynthetic efficiency, respiratory metabolism, and key defense responses. However, Fe availability in soil is often extremely limited due to rapid oxidation [....] » Read More
The water-saving platform, Integrated Drip Irrigation System (IDIS), and the 3S planter – capable of raising from one to nine plants per drip hole- were developed and funded by a grant from the Water Research Commission as a water-saving platform in smallholder farming syst [....] » Read More
The carrot cyst nematode, Heterodera carotae Jones, 1950 has been recorded across the European carrot growing regions, along with the Americas and Africa. Estimated carrot crop losses related to H. carotae damage range from 20 to 90% across the globe. Since the host range of this [....] » Read More
In Colombia, the cultivation of Passiflora species such as gulupa (Passiflora edulis f. edulis), sweet granadilla (P. ligularis) and yellow passion fruit (P. edulis f. flavicarpa) represents an economically important agricultural sector, supported by increasing demand in internat [....] » Read More
Skin infections caused by fungi, viruses and bacteria represent the fourth leading cause of morbidity worldwide and affect one-third of the global population. Among these infections, candidiasis caused by Candida albicans, cutaneous folliculitis and/or atopic dermatitis caused by [....] » Read More
The genus Piper (Piperaceae) comprises more than 2,000 pantropical species and represents one of the most diverse lineages of basal angiosperms. Species of Piper produce a remarkable diversity of specialized metabolites, including volatile terpenes, phenylpropanoids, amides, pipe [....] » Read More
Biodiversity, also called biological diversity, refers to the variety of life/ living organisms on our planet earth, including plants, animals, fungi and tiny microorganisms, that keep our ecosystems healthy and resilient. Biodiversity study includes the identification, describin [....] » Read More
The article examines the specifics of viticulture as a part of crop production during the period from the Neolithic subsistence economy to the emerging digital era of crop production. Digitalization with elements of artificial intelligence in viticulture can significantly improve [....] » Read More
During ontogenesis, a plant is forced to adapt to its environment through a sequence of organogenesis, perceiving environmental cues. Deterministic, sequential morphological traits are quantitatively dependent on the environment. The most variable productivity elements are easily [....] » Read More
This paper discusses importance of Total Quality Management (TQM) in plant science and molecular biology. The traditional view of viewing an organization is by surveying the vertical dimension by keeping eye of an organization chart. However, work gets done (or fails to get done) [....] » Read More
This research aims for adsorptive removal of phenol from wastewater by solid waste materials viz. guava tree bark, rice husk, neem leaves, activated carbon from coconut coir, rice husk ash, red mud, clarified sludge from basic oxygen furnace and activated alumina. The characteriz [....] » Read More
The use of RNAi to provide crop protection will be discussed. Double stranded RNA can be produced in transformed plants to target specific plant, pathogen or pest genes through host induced gene silencing (HIGS). In addition dsRNA produced in cultures and formulated can be appl [....] » Read More
Soybean is the main oilseed cultivated in Argentina, constituting nearly half of the country’s production. The stink bug complex is the main pest of this crop, among which the Southern Green Stink Bug (Nezara viridula L.) stands out. Leveraging the natural resistance of pla [....] » Read More
Agronomic Engineering and Human Nutrition: The Rise of Functional Medicine in Global Food Sovereignty: Global food production faces the imperative challenge of ensuring plant-based supplies that meet sustainability, quality, and food safety standards. In this scenario, the agrono [....] » Read More
Soil solarization has proven to be an effective non-chemical technique for managing plant-parasitic nematodes while simultaneously improving crop productivity and economic returns. Studies conducted at the Department of Nematology and Bidi Tobacco Research Station (BTRS) under Gu [....] » Read More
Maize (Zea mays L.) is a representative C4 crop in which carbon assimilation through the Calvin cycle primarily takes place in bundle sheath cells (BSCs). Identifying promoters capable of driving strong and specific gene expression in BSCs is of paramount importance for elucidati [....] » Read More
When water moves through the soil-plant-atmosphere continuum under a negative pressure, cavitation often occurs. Many studies have confirmed that air bubbles cause drought-induced cavitation in xylem. However, the spread of embolisms is poorly understood. Cavitation involves a [....] » Read More
As the effects of climate change intensify, communities worldwide face unprecedented challenges manifested through escalating temperatures, erratic weather patterns, and the depletion of key natural resources. While contemporary scientific methodologies are crucial for tackling t [....] » Read More
Plant-derived bioactive compounds play an important role in medicinal plant research, phytopharmacology, nutrition, inflammation modulation, antioxidant response, anticancer mechanisms, and integrative pharmacology. However, their biological effects are rarely limited to a single [....] » Read More
The article provides information on the role of breeding in the creation and conservation of agro biodiversity under climate change in Tajikistan. The Institute of Botany, Plant Physiology and Genetics of the National Academy of Sciences of Tajikistan (IBFGR NAST) has combined cl [....] » Read More
Association between the yield and the yield parameters with the essential oil biosynthesis has been reported extensively; however, no scientific studies have reported the association between these parameters, particularly on rose geranium (Pelargonium graveolens L’Hé [....] » Read More
Cannabis sativa is a multi-use crop with applications in food, fiber, construction, and medicinal industries. In the US, Cannabis plants with low THC concentrations (hemp) have recently been decriminalized according to the 2018 farm bill but farmers are still hesitant about its l [....] » Read More
Title : Beyond yield: Redefining plant science for human and planetary health
Rajnish Khanna, Visiting Scientist, Stanford University & CEO, i-Cultiver, United States
Plant science has been historically centered on maximizing crop yield, the field must now evolve to address complex challenges such as soil degradation, climate change, nutritional insecurity, and health. The role of plant science must expand to support farmers, enable sustainabl [....] » Read More
Title : Production and characterization of hemp fiber-derived biochar for agricultural applications
Enrico Paris, CREA-IT, Italy
Industrial hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) is increasingly recognized as a multipurpose crop due to its high biomass productivity and its suitability for fiber, seed, and bio-based material production. However, hemp fiber processing generates considerable amounts of lignocellulosic res [....] » Read More
Title : Visible and invisible: The multi-faceted benefits of plants to humanity
Eva Kunnemann, Independent Researcher, Switzerland
Plants are of enormous importance to humans, having developed alongside each other during co-evolution over millions of years. In fact, the majority of the Earth's organic matter originates from plants, which capture the sun’s energy via photosynthesis. Plants provide t [....] » Read More
Title : The future of plant biostimulants: Are we ready to move beyond the hype?
Giuseppe Mannino, University of Turin, Italy
Over the past fifteen years, plant biostimulants have evolved from a niche area of agronomic research to one of the most dynamic sectors of agricultural innovation. The exponential increase in scientific publications, the rapid growth of the market, and the introduction of specif [....] » Read More
Title : Effect of human-consumed green and black tea decoctions on murine haematopoietic stem cells – a nutraceutical approach
Biswajyoti Sarkar, Sister Nivedita University, India
Background: While the antioxidant properties of tea are well-documented, its specific role in protecting the HSC niche and modulating lineage differentiation under chemical stress remains largely unexplored. Chemotherapeutic agents like cyclophosphamide often induce severe myelos [....] » Read More
Title : Residual bacteria in cucurbitacin-containing phytonematicides: Molecular identification, performance mechanisms and sustainability
Phatu William Mashela, University of Limpopo, South Africa
Cucurbitacin phytonematicides are potent eco-friendly alternatives to synthetic chemical nematicides, which have been withdrawn from the agrochemical markets. The products are manufactured through the fermentation process using effective microorganisms which comprise at least six [....] » Read More
Title : The influence of three winter cover crops on nematode biodiversity and soil health
Ayanda Ngcobo, University of Limpopo, South Africa
The practice of regenerative agriculture in Limpopo Province arises from the critical challenges in soil health, food security and climate change. Approximately 60% of South African land degraded and significant greenhouse gas emissions linked to conventional farming, there is an [....] » Read More
Title : A novel functional stay-green barley cultivar reveals genotype-specific cytokinin dependence during leaf senescence
Ernest Skowron, Jan Kochanowski University of Kielce, Poland
Leaf senescence determines the duration of photosynthetic activity and constitutes a major factor limiting carbon assimilation and yield stability in cereal crops. Although cytokinins are established antagonists of senescence, the extent to which their protective effects depend o [....] » Read More
Title : A novel functional stay-green barley cultivar reveals genotype-specific cytokinin dependence during leaf senescence
Magdalena Trojak, Jan Kochanowski University of Kielce, Poland
Leaf senescence determines the duration of photosynthetic activity and constitutes a major factor limiting carbon assimilation and yield stability in cereal crops. Although cytokinins are established antagonists of senescence, the extent to which their protective effects depend o [....] » Read More
Title : Roman urban wood an opportunity
Franco Paolinelli, SAP – Silvicultura Agrocultura Paesaggio (NGO), Italy
Urban trees wood: An unknown resource: Wood is made of carbon polymers. Security implies urban trees management. Wood is necessarily produced, and must be disposed of. Actually ends, mainly, in landfills. Here is destroyed. Trees main benefit reducing atmosphe [....] » Read More
Title : Contribution to the chemical and biological standardization of a Piper aduncum L. extract for the management of gulupa (Passiflora edulis f. edulis) phytopathogens
Paula A Arguello Quevedo, Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Colombia
Gulupa (Passiflora edulis f. edulis) is an important Colombian export crop whose productivity and fruit quality are significantly affected by phytopathogenic fungi, including species of Fusarium, Cladosporium, and Colletotrichum. Conventional disease management relies heavily on [....] » Read More
Title : Antimicrobial potential of Solanum psychotrioides Dunal from Chocó against Staphylococcus aureus and Staphylococcus epidermidis
Ileana Barrera Montero, Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Colombia
Antimicrobial resistance among skin-associated opportunistic pathogens, including Staphylococcus aureus and Staphylococcus epidermidis, limits the effectiveness of conventional treatments and highlights the need to identify new antimicrobial agents. In this context, Solanum psych [....] » Read More
Title : Antifungal potential of Piper species for the control of Trichophyton rubrum associated with dermatophytosis
Mariana Segura Rojas, Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Colombia
Dermatophytosis is a superficial fungal infection caused by keratinophilic fungi that primarily affects the skin, hair, and nails. Trichophyton rubrum is the most prevalent etiological agent and represents a persistent clinical challenge because of diagnostic limitations, recurre [....] » Read More
Title : Antifungal potential of Piper essential oils against Fusarium triseptatum associated with Gulupa crops
Dolffi Rodriguez Campos, Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, Colombia
Fusarium species are important phytopathogens responsible for vascular and tissue-associated diseases that can substantially reduce crop productivity and quality. In gulupa (Passiflora edulis f. edulis), infections caused by Fusarium represent a relevant phytosanitary constraint, [....] » Read More
Title : Screening antifungal potential in the genus Piper: Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) selection and phytochemical profiling of active fractions in Piper lanceifolium
Javier Andres Matulevich Pelaez, Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Colombia
The high chemical diversity of the genus Piper offers considerable opportunities for the discovery of antifungal compounds with potential agricultural applications. However, the large number of species and extracts available for evaluation makes the identification of the most pro [....] » Read More
Title : Beyond Fusarium oxysporum: Multilocus phylogeny reveals hidden Fusarium diversity in cultivated Passiflora species in Colombia
Luisa M Bravo Herrera, Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, Colombia
Passiflora fruit crops are economically important in Colombia, especially in the Andean departments of Boyacá and Cundinamarca, but production is limited by diseases commonly attributed to Fusarium oxysporum and Fusarium solani sensu lato. Because morphological traits and [....] » Read More
Title : Exploring introduced plant species from Chocó as sources of anti-inflammatory agents for skin applications
Yohum Steven Lozada Diaz, Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, Colombia
The skin is the primary protective interface between the human body and the external environment, and disruption of this barrier can promote inflammation, impair tissue homeostasis, and interfere with repair processes. Although inflammation is essential during the early stages of [....] » Read More
Title : Phytochemical screening and antioxidant capacity of 48 plants from the chocó department, colombia: A correlative study between bioactive compounds and radical scavenging activity
Lida V Hernandez Moreno, Universidad de La Salle, Colombia
Reactive oxygen species (ROS) are continuously generated during normal cellular metabolism, and an imbalance between their production and the body’s endogenous antioxidant defenses leads to oxidative stress, a condition implicated in cancer, cardiovascular disorders, neurod [....] » Read More
Title : Insights into cell wall architecture of developing nettle bast fibers through immunohistochemical analysis
Penelope Sotiriou, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece
Urtica dioica L. (stinging nettle) is increasingly recognized as a valuable fiber crop, combining agronomic adaptability with the production of bast fibers possessing remarkable mechanical properties. The performance of these fibers is closely associated with the structure and co [....] » Read More
Title : Insecticidal potential of páramo species against the whitefly (Bemisia tabaci) associated with bean crops
William Fernando Castrillon Cardona, Universidad Distrital Francisco José de Caldas, Colombia
The objective of this study was to evaluate the insecticidal potential of 14 plant species from the páramo against the whitefly (Bemisia tabaci), a pest that affects short-cycle crops such as beans. The chemical composition of the species was preliminarily characterized th [....] » Read More