Advances in Genetics of Pollination Mechanism and Fruit Development of Horticultural Crops
A special issue of Agronomy (ISSN 2073-4395). This special issue belongs to the section "Crop Breeding and Genetics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 January 2026 | Viewed by 720
Special Issue Editors
Interests: floral organogenesis; fruit development; plant reproductive; plant resistance
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Pollination in horticultural plants is crucial for reproduction, enabling fertilization and the production of seeds; it ensures genetic diversity and plant survival. Fruit development following successful pollination leads to the formation of edible structures, vital for seed dispersal and ecosystem balance. The study of pollination mechanisms and fruit development in horticultural crops is rooted in understanding plant reproduction and agricultural productivity. This Special Issue, "Advances in Genetics of Pollination Mechanism and Fruit Development of Horticultural Crops", aims to explore the genetic underpinnings of these processes, highlighting cutting-edge research that bridges traditional breeding with modern genomic tools. We seek to compile innovative studies that elucidate the molecular and genetic pathways governing pollination efficiency, female and male gametophyte development, flower organogenesis, fruit formation, and fruit maturation. We invite submissions that employ advanced techniques such as CRISPR/Cas9, transcriptomics, and genome-wide association studies (GWASs) to uncover novel genes and regulatory networks. By fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, this Special Issue aims to advance our knowledge and contribute to the sustainable improvement of horticultural crops.
Dr. Lulu Wang
Dr. Xiaoping Niu
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- pollination genetics
- fruit development
- horticultural crops
- genomic tools
- flower organogenesis
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