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Effects of Agronomical Practices on Crop Quality and Sensory Profile—2nd Edition

A special issue of Agronomy (ISSN 2073-4395). This special issue belongs to the section "Horticultural and Floricultural Crops".

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Dr. Leontina Lipan

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Research Group “Food Quality and Safety”, Centro de Investigación e Innovación Agroalimentaria y Agroambiental (CIAGRO-UMH), Miguel Hernández University, Carretera de Beniel, km 3.2, 03312 Orihuela, Spain
Interests: food quality; food safety; bioactive compounds; sensory analysis; consumer acceptance of food products; almonds; nuts; tropical fruits; water stress; stress markers; water scarcity; deficit irrigation strategies; spray drying; microencapsulation; probiotic bacteria
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Dr. Agustí Romero

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Institute of Agrifood Research and Technology (IRTA), Olive Growing and Oil Technology Team, Mas Bové, Carretera Reus—El Morell km 3,8, 43120 Constantí, Spain
Interests: sensory analysis of foods; food quality; virgin olive oil; oleuropein; elenolic acid; epicuticular wax; cutin; suberin; olea; hedgerow; self-incompatibility; Mach–Zehnder interferometers; polymer waveguide; clad metals; corylus; blight; nuts; Prunus dulcis; almond oil; amygdalin; deficit irrigation; boron; plant micronutrients; Poncirus trifoliata; ribonucleases; pollen tubes; Prunus persica; rhizomes; scions; extra-virgin olive oil; campesterol; phytosterols
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Dear Colleagues,

According to the FAO’s “produce more with less” campaign, global population growth projections show that feeding almost 10 billion people by 2050 would require raising overall food production and, accordingly, that of natural resources. Climate change places an additional obstacle in front of this challenge, as it will impact not only the quantity of agricultural products but also their industrial, nutritional, functional and sensorial properties. Agronomical practices have focused on increasing the total crop production and products’ general quality. However, currently, a more direct approach considering technological behavior and sensorial characteristics is feasible. Climate change has led growers to change their agricultural practices and develop smart agriculture strategies to permit improved control of fruit production in an unprecedented way. In addition, consumer behaviour has rapidly evolved in the last few years, leading to more responsible purchases of organic, local, traditional and sustainable, as well as healthy and tasty, food products. Overall, these aspects necessitate continuous research into this field; thus, the aim of the present Special Issue is to present the latest findings in the agronomy field, including fruit quality, processing aptitude and sensorial properties. New approaches to transcriptomics and environment–gene and expression­–food properties relationships are of particular interest. In light of the above considerations, this Special Issue is inviting submissions of research results and scientific reviews that consider connections between agronomical production, food processing behavior, final product quality and sensory acceptability.

Dr. Leontina Lipan
Dr. Agustí Romero
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Keywords

  • sustainability
  • agricultural practices
  • breeding programs
  • new cultivars
  • industrial aptitude
  • bioactive compounds
  • sensory quality
  • consumers
  • descriptive
  • sensory drivers

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Amaranth: Multipurpose Agroindustrial Crop
by Edil Vidal Torres, Elide Valencia, Senay Simsek and Angela M. Linares Ramírez
Agronomy 2024, 14(10), 2323; https://doi.org/10.3390/agronomy14102323 - 9 Oct 2024
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Amaranthus cruentus L. (varieties: Juana, Aurelia, Elena) and Amaranthus viridis L. (variety: Callaloo) have long been utilized in food products for human consumption in Central and South America. However, there is limited information on the chemical composition of these species’ leaves and grains [...] Read more.
Amaranthus cruentus L. (varieties: Juana, Aurelia, Elena) and Amaranthus viridis L. (variety: Callaloo) have long been utilized in food products for human consumption in Central and South America. However, there is limited information on the chemical composition of these species’ leaves and grains grown in Puerto Rico. This study aimed to fill this gap by evaluating the nutritional profile of these four amaranth varieties cultivated in Puerto Rico. A compositional analysis was conducted using official methods, focusing on lysine, protein, dietary fiber, and mineral content. The results showed high lysine content in both species. Significant differences (p < 0.05) were found in crude protein levels among the leaves, with Elena (23%) and Aurelia (21%) showing the highest values. While protein content among grains averaged 19%, there were no significant differences between varieties. The analysis of dietary fiber revealed significant differences (p < 0.05) in insoluble dietary fiber (IDF) and total dietary fiber (TDF) for the leaves and in IDF, soluble dietary fiber (SDF), and TDF for the grains. Additionally, calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus concentrations differed significantly (p < 0.05) in the leaves, while iron, potassium, and zinc showed no significant variation. Significant differences were found in the grains for calcium, magnesium, iron, and phosphorus. This research highlights the excellent nutritional value of amaranth leaves and grains grown in Puerto Rico, with Elena and Aurelia having exceptionally high protein content in their leaves. Full article
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Feasibility of Using Secondary Attributes in Sensory Analysis to Characterize Protected Designation of Origin of Olive Oil
by Angel García-Pizarro, Agustí Romero, Esteve Martí, Juan F. Hermoso, Antonia Ninot, Laura Aceña and Montserrat Mestres
Agronomy 2024, 14(10), 2218; https://doi.org/10.3390/agronomy14102218 - 26 Sep 2024
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Protected denomination of origin (PDO) designations require tools to enable differentiation, as each PDO aims to establish its own distinct and exclusive identity. This necessity becomes particularly challenging in those regions where PDO territories are very close to each other, as is the [...] Read more.
Protected denomination of origin (PDO) designations require tools to enable differentiation, as each PDO aims to establish its own distinct and exclusive identity. This necessity becomes particularly challenging in those regions where PDO territories are very close to each other, as is the situation with the extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) PDOs in Catalonia. The proximity of these territories can make it difficult to perceive the uniqueness of each area solely on the basis of the evaluation of a few general sensory descriptors. This study examines whether the frequency of use of different secondary attributes, established by the Official Tasting Panel of Virgin Olive Oils of Catalonia, can effectively differentiate PDOs. Thus, a total of 1330 EVOOs from the five Catalan PDOs, produced during the 2012–2020 period, have been analyzed by the Official Tasting Panel of Virgin Olive Oils of Catalonia. The results of the statistical analysis, using this historical database of samples, show that the frequency of the attributes does not occur randomly, but is significantly influenced by the production area and the olive cultivars associated with each PDO. These findings highlight the importance of incorporating specific secondary descriptors into the bidding specifications of PDOs, which can be a useful discriminant tool. Full article
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Evaluating the Sensory Profiles of Taiwan and Madagascar Vanilla Beans: Impacts on Ice Cream Quality and Consumer Preferences
by Ching-Sung Lee, Yen-Cheng Chen, Ming-Chen Chiang, Chih-Hsin Yeh, Yu-Chi Ho, Wei-Hao Huang, Ya-Ju Chan and Mei-Yi Tsai
Agronomy 2024, 14(8), 1838; https://doi.org/10.3390/agronomy14081838 - 20 Aug 2024
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Vanilla, a quintessential flavoring agent, experiences burgeoning demand globally, particularly for natural variants. In response, Taiwan has ventured into vanilla cultivation, aiming to reduce the energy consumption associated with international transportation by fostering domestic production. This study investigates the sensory attributes of Taiwan [...] Read more.
Vanilla, a quintessential flavoring agent, experiences burgeoning demand globally, particularly for natural variants. In response, Taiwan has ventured into vanilla cultivation, aiming to reduce the energy consumption associated with international transportation by fostering domestic production. This study investigates the sensory attributes of Taiwan and Madagascar vanilla beans amid increasing global demand for natural vanilla. We extended our sensory evaluations to vanilla ice cream products to assess their quality. Employing sensory evaluation questionnaires and experimental techniques, we utilized purposive and snowball sampling methodologies for participant recruitment. Our primary aim is to discern the edible disparities between Taiwan and Madagascar vanilla beans by scrutinizing variations in consumer sensory preferences. Our findings reveal statistically significant disparities between Taiwan and Madagascar vanilla beans concerning product texture and overall aroma in sensory evaluations, while other attributes do not exhibit notable differences. This suggests that the sensory experience of vanilla ice cream products derived from Taiwan and Madagascar vanilla beans primarily diverges in terms of product texture and overall aroma, with negligible disparities elsewhere. Remarkably, Taiwan vanilla beans consistently outperform Madagascar vanilla beans across many evaluation criteria, underscoring the superior quality and competitive edge of Taiwan’s vanilla beans. This empirical evidence highlights the exceptional quality and value proposition of Taiwan vanilla beans, offering insights for the expansion and deepening of sensory evaluations pertaining to vanilla beans. Furthermore, our study contributes to environmental sustainability by promoting local production and presents new avenues for Taiwan’s vanilla processing industry. Full article
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Effect of Multi-Year Protection of Grapevines with Copper Pesticides on the Content of Heavy Metals in Soil, Leaves, and Fruit
by Ireneusz Ochmian and Ryszard Malinowski
Agronomy 2024, 14(8), 1677; https://doi.org/10.3390/agronomy14081677 - 30 Jul 2024
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This study evaluates the impact of multi-year protection of grapevines using copper-based pesticides on heavy metal content in soil, leaves, and fruit under organic and conventional cultivation methods. Conducted on Solaris, Hibernal, and Muscaris grapevine varieties in north-western Poland, the research highlights significant [...] Read more.
This study evaluates the impact of multi-year protection of grapevines using copper-based pesticides on heavy metal content in soil, leaves, and fruit under organic and conventional cultivation methods. Conducted on Solaris, Hibernal, and Muscaris grapevine varieties in north-western Poland, the research highlights significant differences between the two cultivation approaches. In organic vineyards, copper content in soil averaged 10.25 mg/kg, significantly higher than the 9.05 mg/kg found in conventional soils. Manganese levels were also elevated in organic soils (223 mg/kg) compared to conventional ones (299 mg/kg). Conversely, conventional vineyards exhibited higher zinc and lead concentrations, averaging 47.10 mg/kg and 20.34 mg/kg, respectively, versus 43.50 mg/kg and 11.22 mg/kg in organic soils. The organic soils also had higher salinity (46.50 mg/kg) than conventional ones (30.50 mg/kg). The fruits of grapevines in organic cultivation showed higher copper and zinc levels, with the Solaris variety containing 15.01 mg/kg of copper and the Muscaris variety having 11.43 mg/kg of zinc. These levels exceed the commonly encountered ranges of <1 to 10 mg/kg. Lead content in fruits was higher in organic cultivation (2.19 mg/kg) than in conventional cultivation (1.18 mg/kg), occasionally surpassing the critical value for consumable plants (1 mg/kg). Leaves of grapevines from organic vineyards had significantly higher copper and manganese content than those from conventional vineyards, with the Hibernal variety showing the highest levels. These findings underscore the necessity for monitoring and managing heavy metal content in vineyard soils to ensure fruit quality and safety. Full article
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Integrated Ex-Situ Conservation and Ornamental Evaluation of the Vulnerable and Protected Greek Endemic Campanula laciniata L.: A Multifaceted Approach
by Theodora-Nafsika Panagiotidou, Elias Pipinis, Ioannis Anestis, Stefanos Kostas, Parthena Tsoulpha, Eleftherios Karapatzak, Georgios Tsoktouridis, Stefanos Hatzilazarou and Nikos Krigas
Agronomy 2024, 14(8), 1665; https://doi.org/10.3390/agronomy14081665 - 29 Jul 2024
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In the frame of exploring the local native biodiversity for new ornamental species, the current study frames pivotal efforts for the ex situ conservation of the vulnerable and protected local Greek endemic plant Campanula laciniata L. and presents its natural requirements, seed germination [...] Read more.
In the frame of exploring the local native biodiversity for new ornamental species, the current study frames pivotal efforts for the ex situ conservation of the vulnerable and protected local Greek endemic plant Campanula laciniata L. and presents its natural requirements, seed germination trial, and first cultivation–fertilization protocol. The temperature and precipitation requirements of C. laciniata prevailing in its natural habitats were explored by using high-spatial-resolution bioclimatic maps in Geographic Information Systems (GIS). The germination of C. laciniata seeds was tested at 15 °C under alternating light and dark conditions as suggested for various Mediterranean Campanula species. However, the germination rate of C. laciniata seeds was low (35%), thus indicating the need for further research. The derived seedlings were used to study the effect of fertilization schemes on C. laciniata growth involving integrated nutrient management (INM), inorganic fertilization (ChF), and control (only water) using a substrate of soil:peat:perlite (4:3:1, v/v/v). After six months of plant growth, specific morphological and physiological characteristics as well as the phenolic content and antioxidant capacity of the plants receiving each fertilization treatment were measured. Fertilization significantly affected the morphological and physiological characteristics of the produced plants. Total phenols and antioxidant capacity were both affected by fertilization treatment but were lower in fertilized plants compared to control ones. After pivotal ex situ conservation, we performed a multifaceted evaluation for the ornamental-horticultural sector showing that C. laciniata holds a noteworthy ornamental potential (52.78%) with feasible value chain creation in the medium term for its sustainable utilization. Full article
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Effects of Nitrogen Fertilizer on the Endosperm Composition and Eating Quality of Rice Varieties with Different Protein Components
by Zhaohui Ma, Ziye Zhu, Wenwen Song, Dan Luo, Haitao Cheng, Xianju Wang and Wenyan Lyu
Agronomy 2024, 14(3), 469; https://doi.org/10.3390/agronomy14030469 - 27 Feb 2024
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Nitrogen fertilizer affects rice endosperm protein, which in turn affects rice taste. However, study of nitrogen regulation of protein components is not sufficient. To clarify the effects of nitrogen fertilizer on rice protein components and related traits, we used two high albumin content [...] Read more.
Nitrogen fertilizer affects rice endosperm protein, which in turn affects rice taste. However, study of nitrogen regulation of protein components is not sufficient. To clarify the effects of nitrogen fertilizer on rice protein components and related traits, we used two high albumin content and two low glutelin content rice varieties as test materials and analyzed the relationship between protein components and rice eating quality. The results showed that nitrogen application significantly affected prolamine and glutelin contents; moreover, a relationship was observed between variety and fertilization level. The protein components of the low glutelin content rice varieties were sensitive to nitrogen treatment; the albumin and globulin contents increased, whereas the prolamine and glutelin contents decreased following treatment with medium level nitrogen. Nitrogen treatment also significantly affected the apparent amylose content (AAC) of varieties except Yinguang. The eating characteristics of the high albumin content varieties differed significantly among nitrogen treatments, and the two varieties tasted better following treatment with high concentrations of nitrogen. In conclusion, the short chain of amylopectin in the endosperm had a greater direct effect on taste, but the effect was opposite in the two varieties. Furthermore, globulin was found to affect the taste of low glutelin content varieties. Full article
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