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View article: Nitrogen Foliar Treatments as a Tool to Improve In Vitro Shoot Regeneration in Olive
Nitrogen Foliar Treatments as a Tool to Improve In Vitro Shoot Regeneration in Olive Open
An investigation to evaluate the effects of foliar treatments of different concentrations of urea (0.00 control, 0.20, 0.29, 0.58, 0.84, and 1.16 g·L −1 ) on the in vitro multiplication of explants of olive was conducted in 2020. Uninodal …
View article: Over Half a Century of Research on Blackberry Micropropagation: A Comprehensive Review
Over Half a Century of Research on Blackberry Micropropagation: A Comprehensive Review Open
Micropropagation of blackberry (Rubus spp.) has emerged as a key technique for large-scale production of genetically uniform, disease-free plants. This review summarizes more than half a century of in vitro blackberry culture research, cov…
View article: A multidimensional approach to the decarbonization of the olive oil sector: methodology proposal and case study
A multidimensional approach to the decarbonization of the olive oil sector: methodology proposal and case study Open
The productive sectors related to agriculture have the potential to contribute significantly to the energy transition. The paper describes an in-depth investigation on the extra virgin olive oil production towards the decarbonization of th…
View article: Innovative aspects of micropropagation in olive
Innovative aspects of micropropagation in olive Open
The olive tree is one of the most iconic species within the Mediterranean Sea Basin. Countries bordering this sea enjoy a favourable climate that contributes to high-quality agricultural production for numerous horticultural species. The q…
View article: GIS-Based Approach for Estimating Olive Tree Heights Using High-Resolution Satellite Imagery and Shadow Analysis
GIS-Based Approach for Estimating Olive Tree Heights Using High-Resolution Satellite Imagery and Shadow Analysis Open
Measuring tree heights is a critical step for assessing ecological and agricultural parameters, including biomass, carbon stock, and canopy volume. In extensive areas exceeding a few hectares, traditional terrestrial measurement methods ar…
View article: Shoots Regeneration in Brigitta and Duke Blueberry Cultivars from Different Encapsulated Vegetative Propagules
Shoots Regeneration in Brigitta and Duke Blueberry Cultivars from Different Encapsulated Vegetative Propagules Open
Synthetic seed technology, an advanced in vitro propagation method, combines the benefits of micropropagation with the practicality of zygotic seeds, offering an efficient solution for the handling, storage, and transportation of plant pro…
View article: A bibliometric analysis of research on blackberry micropropagation
A bibliometric analysis of research on blackberry micropropagation Open
To date there is a growth in fresh and processed blackberry consumption and consequently in their cultivation. The increase in blackberry cultivation increases the demand for quality nursery material for new grove planting. Among plant pro…
View article: Biogenic Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles Improve In Vitro Growth of Blueberries
Biogenic Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles Improve In Vitro Growth of Blueberries Open
Nanotechnology offers promising applications in agriculture by enhancing crop growth, yield, and antioxidant defenses. This study is the first to evaluate the effect of biogenic zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO-NPs) on the in vitro growth of …
View article: Abiotic Stresses, Biostimulants and Plant Activity—Series II
Abiotic Stresses, Biostimulants and Plant Activity—Series II Open
Agricultural practices often mainly focus on maximizing productivity [...]
View article: Blackberry synthetic seeds storage: effects of temperature, time, and sowing substrate
Blackberry synthetic seeds storage: effects of temperature, time, and sowing substrate Open
In vitro propagation, is becoming the predominant method for blackberry propagation due to its advantages compared to agamic traditional propagation methods. Synthetic seed technology represents a promising approach to further enhance the …
View article: Role of an Aqueous Extract of Duckweed (Lemna minor L.) in Increasing Salt Tolerance in Olea europaea L.
Role of an Aqueous Extract of Duckweed (Lemna minor L.) in Increasing Salt Tolerance in Olea europaea L. Open
Salt stress is one of the preeminent abiotic stressors capable of strongly impacting crop productivity and quality. Within the array of strategies garnering interest in safeguarding crops against abiotic stresses, the use of plant biostimu…
View article: The Influence of the Explant’s Type on the Performance of Synthetic Seeds of Blackberry (Rubus spp.)
The Influence of the Explant’s Type on the Performance of Synthetic Seeds of Blackberry (Rubus spp.) Open
In vitro propagation, also known as micropropagation, has become the most widely employed method for blackberry propagation, as it overcomes the limitations of the traditional asexual propagation methods (mainly layering and cutting). In t…
View article: Application of Encapsulation Technology: In Vitro Screening of Two Ficus carica L. Genotypes under Different NaCl Concentrations
Application of Encapsulation Technology: In Vitro Screening of Two Ficus carica L. Genotypes under Different NaCl Concentrations Open
Salinity stress represents an increasing issue for agriculture and has a great negative impact on plant growth and crop production. The selection of genotypes able to tolerate salt stress could be a suitable solution to overcome the proble…
View article: Selenium preserves cytosolic-Ca2+ homeostasis in olive callus cells during oxidative stress
Selenium preserves cytosolic-Ca2+ homeostasis in olive callus cells during oxidative stress Open
Selenium (Se) is not essential for plant nutrition, however, growing evidence suggests a role of this element against oxidative stress. Here, we investigated the antioxidant effect of Se in an experimental system consisting of suspensions …
View article: Optimization of the In Vitro Proliferation of an Ancient Pear Tree Cultivar (‘Decana d’inverno’) through the Use of Neem Oil
Optimization of the In Vitro Proliferation of an Ancient Pear Tree Cultivar (‘Decana d’inverno’) through the Use of Neem Oil Open
In vitro culture, ensuring rapid multiplication and production of plant material under aseptic conditions, represents an excellent tool for ex-situ conservation of tree species biodiversity and can be used for the conservation, among other…
View article: Neem Oil to Reduce Zeatin Use and Optimize the Rooting Phase in Olea europaea L. Micropropagation
Neem Oil to Reduce Zeatin Use and Optimize the Rooting Phase in Olea europaea L. Micropropagation Open
Micropropagation is an in vitro propagation technique, established in the nursery field sector for numerous species, which offers several advantages compared to traditional agamic propagation techniques. In the case of the olive tree, howe…
View article: Abiotic Stresses, Biostimulants and Plant Activity
Abiotic Stresses, Biostimulants and Plant Activity Open
Contemporary agriculture is characterized by a highly intensive nature and productivity [...]
View article: Evaluating Compost from Digestate as a Peat Substitute in Nursery for Olive and Hazelnut Trees
Evaluating Compost from Digestate as a Peat Substitute in Nursery for Olive and Hazelnut Trees Open
This study deals jointly with three aspects of environmental, agricultural and energy sustainability: (a) Biogas is a booming energy source worldwide, resulting in an increasing production of digestate, its main by-product; (b) The extract…
View article: The calcium-antagonist activity of the material released by olive pollen (PMR), tested on Ca2+-cytosolic of PE/CA-PJ15 cells
The calcium-antagonist activity of the material released by olive pollen (PMR), tested on Ca2+-cytosolic of PE/CA-PJ15 cells Open
Inhalation of olive pollen ( Olea europaea L.) is one of the main causes of allergy in Mediterranean countries and some areas of North America. The response to allergens consists in the production of inflammatory cytokines which is mediate…
View article: Biochemical Insights into the Ability of Lemna minor L. Extract to Counteract Copper Toxicity in Maize
Biochemical Insights into the Ability of Lemna minor L. Extract to Counteract Copper Toxicity in Maize Open
Metal trace elements (MTE) can damage crops if present in excessive amounts in the environment. This research investigated the effect of a plant extract of an aquatic species, Lemna minor L. (duckweed) (LE), on the ability of maize to cope…
View article: Effects of Selenium-Methionine against Heat Stress in Ca2+-Cytosolic and Germination of Olive Pollen Performance
Effects of Selenium-Methionine against Heat Stress in Ca2+-Cytosolic and Germination of Olive Pollen Performance Open
Climate change (CC), which causes temperatures to rise steadily, is causing global warming. Rising temperatures can reduce plant yield and affect pollen characteristics. In particular, heat stress strongly influences pollen viability for i…
View article: Encapsulation in Calcium Alginate of Nodes from Stolons of Mentha spicata L.
Encapsulation in Calcium Alginate of Nodes from Stolons of Mentha spicata L. Open
It is well known that the products of encapsulation (multifunctional beads and synthetic seeds) can be used as innovative technological tools to integrate micropropagation both for plant germplasm conservation and to simplify the managemen…
View article: Effects of Biogenic ZnO Nanoparticles on Growth, Physiological, Biochemical Traits and Antioxidants on Olive Tree In Vitro
Effects of Biogenic ZnO Nanoparticles on Growth, Physiological, Biochemical Traits and Antioxidants on Olive Tree In Vitro Open
Currently, there is an increasing interest in nanotechnology, since some nanomaterials can enhance crop growth, yield, nutritional status, and antioxidant defences. This work aimed to investigate for the first time the influence of zinc ox…
View article: Characterization of Differentially Expressed Genes under Salt Stress in Olive
Characterization of Differentially Expressed Genes under Salt Stress in Olive Open
Climate change, currently taking place worldwide and also in the Mediterranean area, is leading to a reduction in water availability and to groundwater salinization. Olive represents one of the most efficient tree crops to face these scena…
View article: Biostimulant Effects of an Aqueous Extract of Duckweed (Lemna minor L.) on Physiological and Biochemical Traits in the Olive Tree
Biostimulant Effects of an Aqueous Extract of Duckweed (Lemna minor L.) on Physiological and Biochemical Traits in the Olive Tree Open
Biostimulants are becoming increasingly popular in agriculture for their ability to induce beneficial effects in crops, paving the way towards the identification of new materials with biostimulant potential. This study evaluated the potent…
View article: Long-Term Effects of Amendment with Olive Mill Wastewater on Soil Chemical Properties, Microbial Community, and Olive Tree Vegetative and Productive Activities
Long-Term Effects of Amendment with Olive Mill Wastewater on Soil Chemical Properties, Microbial Community, and Olive Tree Vegetative and Productive Activities Open
The long-term effects of the olive mill wastewater (OMWW) spreading on soil chemical properties, microbial community, and olive tree parameters have been far poorly investigated. Therefore, this study aims to evaluate the effect of OMWW ap…
View article: New Advances on Nutrients Recovery from Agro-Industrial and Livestock Wastes for Sustainable Farming
New Advances on Nutrients Recovery from Agro-Industrial and Livestock Wastes for Sustainable Farming Open
The world’s population continues to rise, with a medium-variant forecast predicting that by 2050, the global population will have surpassed 10 billion people [1] [...]
View article: Persistence of the Effects of Se-Fertilization in Olive Trees over Time, Monitored with the Cytosolic Ca2+ and with the Germination of Pollen
Persistence of the Effects of Se-Fertilization in Olive Trees over Time, Monitored with the Cytosolic Ca2+ and with the Germination of Pollen Open
Selenium (Se) is an important micronutrient for living organisms, since it is involved in several physiological and metabolic processes. Biofortification with Se increases the nutritional and qualitative values of foods in Se-deficient reg…