Genomic Insights into Climate Resilience: Tools and Strategies for Coffee Improvement
A special issue of Horticulturae (ISSN 2311-7524). This special issue belongs to the section "Genetics, Genomics, Breeding, and Biotechnology (G2B2)".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 10 February 2026 | Viewed by 18
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Interests: plant sciences biochemistry; molecular biology genetics; heredity agriculture environmental sciences; ecology
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Dear Colleagues,
Genetic diversity is the cornerstone in building climate-resilient, high-yielding coffee systems. The strategic use of coffee genetic resources in breeding programs is critical in achieving this goal. Collecting, conserving, and characterizing coffee germplasm support crop improvement efforts, enabling the development of varieties that withstand drought, heat, pests, and diseases without compromising yield or quality. The efficient use of these genetic resources maximizes the impact of conservation investments, ensuring breeders have access to diverse, adaptable coffee genotypes for climate-smart development.
Advances in biotechnology—from genomics to metabolomics and pangenomics—are unlocking new insights into the genetic foundations of climate resilience in coffee. These cutting-edge tools accelerate the discovery of valuable traits, empowering targeted breeding for coffee varieties that can thrive in a changing climate.
This Special Issue, “Genomic Insights into Climate Resilience: Tools and Strategies for Coffee Improvement", highlights the latest research and innovations driving sustainable coffee production. We welcome contributions focusing on genomic tools, germplasm characterization, and breeding strategies that pave the way for climate-resilient coffee, securing the future of this vital crop amid global environmental challenges.
Dr. Marco Cristancho
Dr. Jorge Berny
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- climate-resilient coffee
- genetic diversity
- coffee germplasm
- coffee breeding
- genomics
- sustainable
- coffee production
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