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Strategies for Enchancing the Production in Plant

A special issue of Life (ISSN 2075-1729). This special issue belongs to the section "Plant Science".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 May 2025 | Viewed by 1416

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Dr. Zhiyong Li

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State Key Laboratory of Rice Biology and Breeding, China National Rice Research Institute, Hangzhou 311400, China
Interests: plant genomics and genetics; molecular breeding; rice yield; carbon partitioning; seed development
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Dr. Xiaohong Tong

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State Key Laboratory of Rice Biology and Breeding, China National Rice Research Institute, Hangzhou 311400, China
Interests: reproductive development; plant genomics and genetics; molecular breeding
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Dr. Jie Huang

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State Key Laboratory of Rice Biology and Breeding, China National Rice Research Institute, Hangzhou 311400, China
Interests: rice (Oryza sativa L.); developmental biology; plant genetics; molecular biology
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Dr. Xixi Liu

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State Key Laboratory of Rice Biology and Breeding, China National Rice Research Insti-tute, Hangzhou 311400, China
Interests: synthetic biology; protein interactome, plant genomics and genetics; molecular breeding
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Enhancing plant productivity is a crucial objective in agriculture and horticulture, aimed at maximizing yields while minimizing resource inputs. It has several strategies to achieve this goal: 

  1. Genetic Improvement: Breeding programs and genetic engineering techniques can be utilized to develop plant varieties with superior traits, such as higher yield potential, enhanced disease resistance, and improved tolerance to environmental stresses. 
  2. Precision Agriculture: Employing precision farming practices allows for tailored management of agricultural resources, including water, nutrients, and pesticides. The use of sensors, drones, and satellite imagery provides detailed information on soil conditions, crop health, and weather patterns, enabling farmers to make informed decisions about when and where to apply inputs, optimizing resource use and reducing waste. 
  3.  Biostimulants and Nutrient Management: Applying biostimulants, such as plant growth-promoting rhizobacte-ria (PGPR) and seaweed extracts, can stimulate plant growth and enhance nutrient uptake. Optimizing nutrient management by applying fertilizers in precise amounts and at appropriate times can also significantly increase plant productivity.  
  4. Synthetic Biology：It represents a powerful tool for advancing agriculturalproductivity. By leveraging its capa-bilities in gene editing, metabolic engineering, and the enhancement of crop resilience, researchers are able to cultivate crops with superior growth characteristics, higher yields, and improved nutritional profiles. 

All original research papers and reviews are welcome for submission to this research topic, and we believe your contribution will have a significant influence on future plant science.

Dr. Zhiyong Li
Dr. Xiaohong Tong
Dr. Jie Huang
Dr. Xixi Liu 
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Keywords

  • genetic improvement
  • biostimulants
  • nutrient management
  • synthetic biology

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Role of Bean Yellow Mosaic Virus P1 and HC-Pro in Enhancing Gene Expression and Suppressing RNA Silencing in Nicotiana benthamiana
by Sunmee Choi, Suk Hyun Kwon, Gi Seok Kwon, Ho Seong Choi, Hyo Hyun Seo, Young Soon Kim, Jeong Hun Lee, Won Kyong Cho and Sang Hyun Moh
Life 2025, 15(3), 472; https://doi.org/10.3390/life15030472 - 15 Mar 2025
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Potyviruses, a major group of plant viruses, utilize HC-Pro, a multifunctional protein, to suppress RNA silencing, a crucial plant defense mechanism. While HC-Pro’s role in RNA silencing suppression has been studied in several potyviruses, the specific mechanisms and interactions of HC-Pro from bean [...] Read more.
Potyviruses, a major group of plant viruses, utilize HC-Pro, a multifunctional protein, to suppress RNA silencing, a crucial plant defense mechanism. While HC-Pro’s role in RNA silencing suppression has been studied in several potyviruses, the specific mechanisms and interactions of HC-Pro from bean yellow mosaic virus (BYMV), a potyvirus with a broad host range, remain poorly understood. To address this knowledge gap, this study aimed to investigate the role of P1 and HC-Pro from BYMV in enhancing gene expression and suppressing RNA silencing in Nicotiana benthamiana. The findings revealed that BYMV HC-Pro significantly enhanced reporter transgene expression, likely through the suppression of RNA silencing pathways. This effect was further amplified by the presence of the P1 protein, another viral component. Analysis of HC-Pro mutants revealed that the conserved FRNK box within HC-Pro is crucial for its suppression activity and its ability to enhance gene expression. Furthermore, HC-Pro significantly downregulated the expression of key RNA silencing-related genes, including DCL2, DCL4, RDR6, AGO1-1, AGO1-2, and AGO2. These findings demonstrate that the BYMV P1::HC-Pro complex serves as a potent suppressor of RNA silencing and a promising tool for enhancing gene expression in plants. The results have significant implications for developing novel strategies in plant biotechnology, particularly for the production of high-value recombinant proteins. Full article
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Biostimulant Effects of Trichoderma asperellum in Hydroponic Spinach Production
by Jared Hernández-Huerta, Brenda I. Guerrero, Angélica Anahí Acevedo-Barrera, Martha Irma Balandrán-Valladares, Rosa María Yañez-Muñoz, Ndahita De Dios-Avila and Aldo Gutiérrez-Chávez
Life 2025, 15(3), 428; https://doi.org/10.3390/life15030428 - 8 Mar 2025
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Using beneficial microorganisms as biostimulants is a promising strategy to enhance crop growth and productivity in hydroponic systems. Trichoderma asperellum has demonstrated plant growth-promoting effects in soil cultivation; however, its efficacy in hydroponic Deep-Water Culture (DWC) systems remains underexplored. This research evaluated the [...] Read more.
Using beneficial microorganisms as biostimulants is a promising strategy to enhance crop growth and productivity in hydroponic systems. Trichoderma asperellum has demonstrated plant growth-promoting effects in soil cultivation; however, its efficacy in hydroponic Deep-Water Culture (DWC) systems remains underexplored. This research evaluated the effect of T. asperellum strains TaMFP1 and TaMFP2 on the growth, nutrient uptake, and visual quality of hydroponically grown spinach cv. Stella Plus F-1 (Spinacia oleracea L.). A randomized complete design was used, comparing inoculated plants with a control and a commercial Trichoderma harzianum product. After 28 days, the results showed that T. asperellum significantly increased plant height (23.1%), collar diameter (21.8%), root length (39.6%), leaf area (22.0%), number of leaves (18.05), and fresh biomass accumulation (23.5%) compared to non-inoculated plants. Furthermore, inoculation with TaMFP1 improved spinach yield by 34.5%, while nutrient analysis indicated enhanced phosphorus and calcium uptake. No significant changes were observed in photosynthetic pigment concentrations, and the visual quality of the harvested spinach was unaffected. These findings highlight the potential of T. asperellum as a sustainable biostimulant in hydroponic spinach production. These results contribute to developing beneficial microorganism-based strategies to enhance the sustainability of hydroponic agriculture. Full article
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