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The cultivation of Physalis peruviana has emerged as a promising alternative for small- and medium-sized producers due to its high added value and low production cost. However, information on the cultivation of this vegetable crop under Brazilian eda...

Among the options to improve the establishment of jalapeno pepper (Capsicum annuum L.), physical biostimulants such as far-infrared bioceramics (FIR) and static magnetic fields (MF) have emerged as non-chemical alternatives. This study evaluated, und...

The cultivation of blueberry (Vaccinium spp.) has undergone an unprecedented global expansion, driven by its nutraceutical value and the diversification of production zones across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. Its consolidation as a strategic crop...

Black point (BP) and Fusarium-damaged kernels are common disorders affecting wheat grains worldwide. While the negative impact of Fusarium head blight (FHB) on yield and grain quality is well established, the biological significance of BP remains deb...

Latex-producing plants harbor unique microbial communities that may play important roles in host defense; however, their diversity and biocontrol potential remain largely unexplored. Characterizing these communities provides opportunities to identify...

Sugar beet, one of the most important natural sources of sugars in the world, is well known as a recalcitrant crop for genetic transformation. In the present study, several key components of Agrobacterium-mediated transformation of sugar beet have be...

Calcium (Ca) is essential for tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.) fruit quality and for preventing physiological disorders such as blossom-end rot. However, high total soil Ca does not necessarily translate into plant-available Ca due to factors such as...

Drought, high temperature, salinity, waterlogging, and nutrient deficiency, along with metal toxicity, are among the environmental factors that have resulted in much alteration of many ecosystems by climate change. Such stresses have dramatically low...

Verticillium wilt of olive (VWO), caused by the vascular soilborne fungus Verticillium dahliae, is one of the most devastating diseases of olive cultivation in the Mediterranean area. The adoption of tolerant genotypes is considered an efficient stra...

Rice (Oryza sativa L.) is one of the most important crops globally. However, its production faces significant challenges due to climate change, reduced arable land, and increased demand. In this context, the present study conducted a systematic liter...

The cherimoya is a plant resource of high genetic and economic value. However, in Ecuador, it remains poorly documented, particularly under the restrictive orographic and climatic conditions of the Andean region. The lack of information limits the us...

Plant-parasitic nematodes (PPNs) cause yield losses in various crops worldwide. Damage due to PPNs can be severe, causing billions of dollars of crop losses across the globe annually. Information about PPNs occurrence in Mozambique is limited. Based...

This literature review systematizes current data on the development of triploid seedless hybrids in the Cucurbitaceae Juss family. The absence of seeds simplifies the consumption and industrial preparation of products from cucurbits. In addition, tri...

Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa, 2n = 4x = 36, AABB subgenomes) is a highly nutritious crop with the potential to diversify global diets and alleviate malnutrition. It is also adaptable for production in soils increasingly affected by salinization and wat...

Food security is threatened in the semiarid region of Brazil, which is susceptible to climate change and has low-fertility soils degraded by inadequate agricultural practices. This study aimed to evaluate safflower’s adaptation to the region an...

An ethnobotanical survey in the northern mountainous region of Vietnam identified four Elsholtzia species, E. blanda, E. ciliata, E. communis, and E. penduliflora, growing naturally above 1500 m and traditionally used by local ethnic communities to t...

The Lagunera Region, located in northern Mexico, is home to the country’s most important dairy basin, situated in a semi-arid environment. In this region, forage corn (Zea mays L.) is the main input in dairy cattle feed. In this context, optimi...

The System of Rice Intensification which promotes agro-ecological practices like alternate wetting and drying (AWD) to enhance root growth and resource efficiency, relies on the genotypic capacity of rice varieties to undergo physiological adaptation...

Lentil (Lens culinaris Medik. subsp. culinaris) is a Mediterranean legume crop of high value due to nutritional quality and adaptability; however, its cultivation is increasingly threatened due to climate uncertainty and reduction in genetic diversit...

The aim of this study was to evaluate the agronomic performance of eight maize hybrids under different plant densities for grain yield in the North and Northwest regions of Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil. Maize productivity is strongly influenced by pl...

Cold stress during early growth can severely impact nodulation, growth, and yield in legumes. This study evaluated cold plasma (CP) seed treatment as a strategy to enhance growth and symbiotic nitrogen fixation (SNF) in field pea (Pisum sativum L.) a...

Vicia faba is an agriculturally and nutritionally important legume whose growth and productivity are strongly influenced by biotic stress factors. Understanding the mechanisms by which plants respond to stress is therefore essential for improving agr...

Climate change and widespread micronutrient deficiencies threaten food security in the semi-arid tropics. Finger millet (Eleusine coracana (L.) Gaertn.) is a climate-resilient “nutri-cereal” rich in calcium, zinc, iron and dietary fiber....

This study aimed to determine the optimal combination of forage grass and row spacing to maximize the balance between sorghum silage yield and quality in a simultaneous sowing system for integrated crop-livestock production. The experiment evaluated...

Durum wheat (Triticum turgidum ssp. durum) represents a strategic crop for the Mediterranean basin and global semiarid regions, being the raw material for pasta and a key component of sustainable cereal production. Improving early vigor and canopy de...

Postharvest fungal diseases represent a major constraint to the storage, transport, and marketability of peach (Prunus persica) fruits. Pathogens such as Monilinia spp. (Brown rot), Penicillium expansum (Blue rot), Rhizopus stolonifera (Soft rot), Bo...

Tenebrio molitor is a common stored grains pest. The conventional way for its management involves the use of synthetic fumigants. Despite their effectiveness, these can cause environmental damage. The use of essential oils has emerged as an alternati...

This study pioneers the integration of the water sensitivity coefficient (Ky) with cotton yield performance under varying water regimes in the Brazilian Cerrado. The objective was to evaluate the productive performance and fiber yield of cotton culti...

Salinity is one of the key threats to food security and sustainability. To make saline soils productive again, we need to develop salt-tolerant crop varieties. Developing salt-tolerant wheat requires a detailed understanding of the molecular mechanis...

Drastic changes in temperature, salinity of soils and drought are some of the most studied abiotic stressors in important crops. Plants have developed various biochemical mechanisms to counteract these conditions. Transcription factors play a signifi...

This study presents a comprehensive methodology for assessing the technical potential of hay biomass from permanent grasslands (TUZ) in Poland, aimed at evaluating its energy use possibilities. This research was based on detailed data from the Agency...

Variable Rate Seeding (VRS) in soybean (Glycine max [L.] Merr.) cultivation is a critical strategy for managing soil spatial variability, which often constrains yield. However, conventional practices that increase plant density in low-yield zones to...

The response of tomato plants, Ailsa Craig and the carotenoid mutant tangerine, to five days of treatment by low light intensity at normal and low temperature with respect to the photosynthetic performance as well as their capacity to recover after t...

Wheat production, globally and in Kazakhstan, is significantly limited by heat stress and drought. The evaluation of agronomic traits related to yield under stress conditions is crucial for identifying yield-limiting factors and selecting drought-tol...

The swift integration of AI, robotics, and advanced sensing technologies has revolutionized agriculture into a data-centric, autonomous, and sustainable sector. This systematic study examines the interplay between artificial intelligence and agricult...

Pantoea ananatis was recently described as the causative agent of late-season decline, a new bacterial disease first observed affecting field corn plants, in the Texas Panhandle. The rapid spread of the disease throughout the region and the patchy di...

In recent years, the spread of the phytopathogenic bacterium Xylella fastidiosa Wells et al., 1987 (Bacteria: Proteobacteria, Gammaproteobacteria) has posed a significant threat to olive cultivation in Italy, particularly in regions of high economic...

Blue light (BL) is a key environmental signal influencing plant flowering, yet its role in floral development beyond the transition phase remains underexplored. This review provides a comprehensive synthesis of current research on BL-mediated floral...

Durum wheat is a vital wheat species cultivated worldwide for human consumption, ranking second to bread wheat. The Ethiopian durum wheat allele pool shows wide gene diversity; however, limited improvement work has been done to exploit this diversity...

Elephant grass (Pennisetum purpureum Schumach, EG) is a promising biomass energy crop due to its high productivity and adaptability to harsh environments. In the transition to renewable energy, varietal evaluation is essential to identify cultivars t...

Selection decisions in plant breeding programs are complex, and breeders aim to integrate phenotypic impressions, genotypic data, and agronomic performance across multiple selection stages to develop successful varieties. This study investigates whet...

Salinity is a major limitation on common bean productivity, while phosphorus in many soils is often immobilized, limiting its availability to plants. This study investigated the effects of coated and uncoated superphosphate fertilizers, applied at di...

The regulation of nutrient availability and microbial processes in agroecosystems are strongly mediated by soil physico-chemical factors. Yet, their seasonal dynamics in different crops are not fully understood. This study monitored pH, redox potenti...

The whitefly (Bemisia tabaci) (Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae) is a small phytophagous invertebrate of herbaceous plants, shrubs, trees, wild plants, and crops of economic importance. It generates substantial economic losses due to direct damage caused by sa...

Water deficit during reproductive development is one of the main constraints on pea (Pisum sativum L.) productivity in tropical highlands. In this study, five varieties with contrasting leaf architectures were evaluated under controlled greenhouse co...

The Passifloraceae family is one of the most representative in tropical America, with food, pharmaceutical, and ornamental importance. This study evaluated seed morphometry and germination of eight accessions of four Passiflora edible species, P. edu...

Kazakhstan cultivates over 12 million hectares of wheat, primarily spring wheat in the northern region. Spring wheat yields are low, ranging from 1.2 to 1.7 t/ha depending on weather conditions. Northern Kazakhstan is served by five spring wheat bree...

Salinity is a significant challenge that limits agricultural productivity worldwide. This study examined the use of nanoparticles to improve the growth and development of Solanaceae crops under salinity stress. Specifically, titanium dioxide (TiO₂NPs...

Soil salinity is a crucial factor that limits agricultural production, negatively impacting the growth and physiological functions of salt-sensitive crops, such as beans. The present study examined the efficiency of Ulva rigida seaweed extracts (URE)...

Alternaria leaf blight (ALB) is a major constraint to groundnut production, particularly in North Gujarat, where its incidence has intensified in recent years due to changing climatic conditions. Effective and sustainable disease management requires...