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View article: Diversity and Association Analysis of Physiological and Yield Indices in Rice Germplasm
Diversity and Association Analysis of Physiological and Yield Indices in Rice Germplasm Open
Rice is an important staple food crop, but in many countries, average rice yields are much lower than their yield potential. The objective of the present study was to evaluate the phenotypic performance of diverse rice genotypes (310) for …
View article: Diversity Analysis for Wheat Genotypes AgainstRust Resistant Genes
Diversity Analysis for Wheat Genotypes AgainstRust Resistant Genes Open
The study was designed to evaluate the genetic background of indigenous germplasm by using simple sequence repeats (SSRs) gene markers for the selection of elite lines with multiple gene combinations that can be used in breeding programs f…
View article: Organic amendments: a natural way to suppress phytopathogens: a sustainable approach to go green
Organic amendments: a natural way to suppress phytopathogens: a sustainable approach to go green Open
Global population is increasing massively and so is the demand for food.To meet the requirements, crops are being grown and harvested by using modern technologies.Also, food crops are at risk of some abiotic and biotic factors mainly patho…
View article: Biochar and Seed Priming Technique with Gallic Acid: An Approach toward Improving Morpho-Anatomical and Physiological Features of <i>Solanum melongena</i> L. under Induced NaCl and Boron Stresses
Biochar and Seed Priming Technique with Gallic Acid: An Approach toward Improving Morpho-Anatomical and Physiological Features of <i>Solanum melongena</i> L. under Induced NaCl and Boron Stresses Open
Dynamic shifts in climatic patterns increase soil salinity and boron levels, which are the major abiotic factors that affect plant growth and secondary metabolism. The present study assessed the role of growth regulators, including biochar…
View article: Genotypic Performance of F<sub>4:7</sub> Wheat Linesunder Irrigated and Rainfed Conditions
Genotypic Performance of F<sub>4:7</sub> Wheat Linesunder Irrigated and Rainfed Conditions Open
Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) is an important crop also known as the king of cereals and consumed as a staple crop by one-third of the global population.However, wheat production under rainfed conditions is restrained by water scarcity.The …
View article: Genetic Characterization of Advance Bread Wheat Lines for Yield and Stripe Rust Resistance
Genetic Characterization of Advance Bread Wheat Lines for Yield and Stripe Rust Resistance Open
Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) is a prominent grain crop. The goal of the current experiment was to examine the genetic potential of advanced bread wheat genotypes for yield and stripe rust resistance. Ninety-three bread wheat genotypes incl…
View article: The Global Dilemma of Soil Legacy Phosphorus and Its Improvement Strategies under Recent Changes in Agro-Ecosystem Sustainability
The Global Dilemma of Soil Legacy Phosphorus and Its Improvement Strategies under Recent Changes in Agro-Ecosystem Sustainability Open
Phosphorus (P) is one of the six key elements in plant nutrition and effectively plays a vital role in all major metabolic activities. It is an essential nutrient for plants linked to human food production. Although abundantly present in b…
View article: Bacterial-Mediated Salinity Stress Tolerance in Maize (<i>Zea mays</i> L.): A Fortunate Way toward Sustainable Agriculture
Bacterial-Mediated Salinity Stress Tolerance in Maize (<i>Zea mays</i> L.): A Fortunate Way toward Sustainable Agriculture Open
Sustainable agriculture is threatened by salinity stress because of the low yield quality and low crop production. Rhizobacteria that promote plant growth modify physiological and molecular pathways to support plant development and reduce …
View article: Response of Contrasting Rice Genotypes to Zinc Sources under Saline Conditions
Response of Contrasting Rice Genotypes to Zinc Sources under Saline Conditions Open
Abiotic stresses are among the major limiting factors for plant growth and crop productivity. Among these, salinity is one of the major risk factors for plant growth and development in arid to semi-arid regions. Cultivation of salt toleran…
View article: Evaluation of Agronomic Performance and Genetic Diversity Analysis Using Simple Sequence Repeats Markers in Selected Wheat Lines
Evaluation of Agronomic Performance and Genetic Diversity Analysis Using Simple Sequence Repeats Markers in Selected Wheat Lines Open
Crop improvement is the fundamental goal of plant biologists, and genetic diversity is the base for the survival of plants in nature. In this study, we evaluated 20 wheat lines for morphological and genetic diversity using eight simple seq…
View article: Nutritional evaluation, phytochemical makeup, antibacterial and antioxidant properties of wild plants utilized as food by the Gaddis-a tribal tribe in the Western Himalayas
Nutritional evaluation, phytochemical makeup, antibacterial and antioxidant properties of wild plants utilized as food by the Gaddis-a tribal tribe in the Western Himalayas Open
Nowadays, it is generally accepted that medicinal plants play a crucial role in traditional healthcare operations, providing hints to new research fields and in biodiversity protection. However, there is a lack of information on the medici…
View article: Plant Microbiome Engineering: Hopes or Hypes
Plant Microbiome Engineering: Hopes or Hypes Open
Rhizosphere microbiome is a dynamic and complex zone of microbial communities. This complex plant-associated microbial community, usually regarded as the plant’s second genome, plays a crucial role in plant health. It is unquestioned that …
View article: Nano-Priming against Abiotic Stress: A Way Forward towards Sustainable Agriculture
Nano-Priming against Abiotic Stress: A Way Forward towards Sustainable Agriculture Open
Agriculture is directly linked to human life, providing food for survival and health. It is threatened by a number of challenges, such as climate change, resource depletion, and abiotic stresses, including heavy metals (HMs), salinity, dro…
View article: Impact of Cultivation Practices and Varieties on Productivity, Profitability, and Nutrient Uptake of Rice (Oryza sativa L.) and Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) Cropping System in India
Impact of Cultivation Practices and Varieties on Productivity, Profitability, and Nutrient Uptake of Rice (Oryza sativa L.) and Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) Cropping System in India Open
Interest in conservation measures, including reduced tillage, zero tillage, and crop residue retention, is growing in major rice growing areas of the world; particularly in the Indo-Gangetic plains. Of late, research interest is increasing…
View article: The Effects of Osmosis and Thermo-Priming on Salinity Stress Tolerance in Vigna radiata L.
The Effects of Osmosis and Thermo-Priming on Salinity Stress Tolerance in Vigna radiata L. Open
A plant’s response to osmotic stress is a complex phenomenon that causes many abnormal symptoms due to limitations in growth and development or even the loss of yield. The current research aimed to analyze the agronomical, physiological, a…
View article: Role of endophytic bacteria in salinity stress amelioration by physiological and molecular mechanisms of defense: A comprehensive review
Role of endophytic bacteria in salinity stress amelioration by physiological and molecular mechanisms of defense: A comprehensive review Open
Climate change is a major concern for sustainable agriculture in the twenty-first century, as it has an impact on crop production and soil fertility, which may increase the risk of famine. Of the array of issues pertaining to climate chang…
View article: Exogenous Ca/Mg quotient reduces the inhibitory effects of PEG induced osmotic stress on Avena sativa L.
Exogenous Ca/Mg quotient reduces the inhibitory effects of PEG induced osmotic stress on Avena sativa L. Open
Drought is one of the most damaging abiotic stress that hinder plant growth and development. The present study aimed to determine the effects of various Ca/Mg quotients under polyethylene glycol (PEG)–induced osmotic stress on growth, upta…
View article: Assessment of phytoremediation potential of native plant species naturally growing in a heavy metal-polluted industrial soils
Assessment of phytoremediation potential of native plant species naturally growing in a heavy metal-polluted industrial soils Open
The present study was carried out in Hayat Abad Industrial Estate located in Peshawar to assess the levels of cadmium (Cd) that were present in the soil as well as the plant parts (Roots and shoots). To evaluate the phytoremediation potent…
View article: Thiourea-Capped Nanoapatites Amplify Osmotic Stress Tolerance in Zea mays L. by Conserving Photosynthetic Pigments, Osmolytes Biosynthesis and Antioxidant Biosystems
Thiourea-Capped Nanoapatites Amplify Osmotic Stress Tolerance in Zea mays L. by Conserving Photosynthetic Pigments, Osmolytes Biosynthesis and Antioxidant Biosystems Open
Salinity is one of the most prevalent abiotic stresses which not only limits plant growth and yield, but also limits the quality of food products. This study was conducted on the surface functionalization of phosphorus-rich mineral apatite…
View article: Bacillus thuringiensis PM25 ameliorates oxidative damage of salinity stress in maize via regulating growth, leaf pigments, antioxidant defense system, and stress responsive gene expression
Bacillus thuringiensis PM25 ameliorates oxidative damage of salinity stress in maize via regulating growth, leaf pigments, antioxidant defense system, and stress responsive gene expression Open
Soil salinity is the major abiotic stress that disrupts nutrient uptake, hinders plant growth, and threatens agricultural production. Plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) are the most promising eco-friendly beneficial microorganisms…
View article: PGPR-Mediated Salt Tolerance in Maize by Modulating Plant Physiology, Antioxidant Defense, Compatible Solutes Accumulation and Bio-Surfactant Producing Genes
PGPR-Mediated Salt Tolerance in Maize by Modulating Plant Physiology, Antioxidant Defense, Compatible Solutes Accumulation and Bio-Surfactant Producing Genes Open
Salinity stress is a barrier to crop production, quality yield, and sustainable agriculture. The current study investigated the plant growth promotion, biochemical and molecular characterization of bacterial strain Enterobacter cloacae PM2…
View article: Comparative effectiveness of EDTA and citric acid assisted phytoremediation of Ni contaminated soil by using canola (Brassica napus)
Comparative effectiveness of EDTA and citric acid assisted phytoremediation of Ni contaminated soil by using canola (Brassica napus) Open
Phytoremediation is an ecofriendly technique to clean heavy metals from contaminated soil by the use of high biomass producing plant species. Chelators can help to improve this biological technique by increasing metal solubility. Therefore…
View article: The Effective Role of Vermicompost, Elemental Sulphur and Ascorbic Acid on Tomato Plants Grown on A Newly Reclaimed Calcareous Soil at Fayoum Depression
The Effective Role of Vermicompost, Elemental Sulphur and Ascorbic Acid on Tomato Plants Grown on A Newly Reclaimed Calcareous Soil at Fayoum Depression Open
A GRICULTURAL utilization of desert marginal soils at El Fayoum Governorate edges is of importance to support the local farmer ' s incomes, particularly under the best and suitable management practices of land and available water resources…