Guava (Psidium guajava L.), a major fruit crop of the sub-tropical region, is facing a
production decline due to drought stress. Morphophysiological responses to drought stress …

Introduction Melatonin (MLT) is a bioactive molecule involved in the physiological
functioning of plants. Reports related to preharvest applications of melatonin on the …

Soil calcium (Ca) and magnesium (Mg) mineral states in rain-fed arid regions of Northwest
China are inefficient, and their levels of substitution and water-soluble states are far below …

Background Upland cotton wild/landraces represent a valuable resource for disease
resistance alleles. Genetic differentiation between genotypes, as well as variation in …

After years of continuous cultivation of faba beans (Vicia faba L.), autotoxic substances
accumulate in the soil, leading to a high incidence of Fusarium oxysporum (FOF) wilt. Faba …

Soil salinization is a growing issue that limits agriculture globally. Understanding the
mechanism underlying salt tolerance in halophytic grasses can provide new insights into …

Tree peony (Paeonia suffruticosa Andr.) is a popular cut flower among ornamental plants.
However, its short vase life severely hinders the production and application of cut tree peony …

Green and blue mold of citrus are threatening diseases that continuously inflict economic
post-harvest loss. The suppressive effect of salicylic (SA) and Cinnamomum verum (CV) on …

Successful agricultural adaptation to extreme heat has the potential to avert large crop
losses and improve food security. Because adaptation is costly, accurate weather forecasts …

Water deficiency is a threat to food security and limits the yield of vegetables, including
arugula (Eruca sativa Mill.). Despite the increasing use of amino acid-based bioregulators to …