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View article: Grapevine Phenology, Vegetative and Reproductive Characteristics of Vitis vinifera L. cv Chardonnay in the Cape South Coast Region in South Africa
Grapevine Phenology, Vegetative and Reproductive Characteristics of Vitis vinifera L. cv Chardonnay in the Cape South Coast Region in South Africa Open
Climate change necessitates the exploration of new, cooler viticultural regions globally. Chardonnay is an early ripening variety which is subjected to temperature extremes. This study aimed to investigate the response of Chardonnay in coo…
View article: Assessing the potential of seaweed extracts to improve vegetative, physiological and berry quality parameters in Vitis vinifera cv. Chardonnay under cool climatic conditions
Assessing the potential of seaweed extracts to improve vegetative, physiological and berry quality parameters in Vitis vinifera cv. Chardonnay under cool climatic conditions Open
Seaweed extracts are promising plant biostimulants for viticulture, but their effects on white winegrape cultivars grown under cool climates remain fairly undocumented. Furthermore, information is limited on the biostimulant potential of s…
View article: Evaluation of the Regional Climate Model <scp>ALARO</scp>‐0 Over the <scp>CORDEX</scp>‐Africa Domain
Evaluation of the Regional Climate Model <span>ALARO</span>‐0 Over the <span>CORDEX</span>‐Africa Domain Open
High‐resolution climate data is needed for assessing the regional and local impact of climate change. Therefore, in this study, for the first time, a simulation at the resolution of 12.5 km was done over the African domain using the region…
View article: Parasitoid Calyx Fluid and Venom Affect Bacterial Communities in Their Lepidopteran Host Labial Salivary Glands
Parasitoid Calyx Fluid and Venom Affect Bacterial Communities in Their Lepidopteran Host Labial Salivary Glands Open
View article: Carposphere microbiota alters grape volatiles and shapes the wine grape typicality
Carposphere microbiota alters grape volatiles and shapes the wine grape typicality Open
Summary While specific environments are known to shape plant metabolomes and the makeup of their associated microbiome, it is as yet unclear whether carposphere microbiota contribute to the characteristics of grape fruit flavor of a partic…
View article: Caterpillar–parasitoid interactions: species-specific influences on host microbiome composition
Caterpillar–parasitoid interactions: species-specific influences on host microbiome composition Open
There is increasing evidence that host–parasitoid interactions can have a pronounced impact on the microbiome of host insects, but it is unclear to what extent this is caused by the host and/or parasitoid. Here, we compared the internal an…
View article: Metabarcoding analysis reveals an interaction among distinct groups of bacteria associated with three different varietals of grapes used for wine production in Brazil
Metabarcoding analysis reveals an interaction among distinct groups of bacteria associated with three different varietals of grapes used for wine production in Brazil Open
View article: Unveiling the microbiome of hydroponically cultivated lettuce: impact of <i>Phytophthora cryptogea</i> infection on plant-associated microorganisms
Unveiling the microbiome of hydroponically cultivated lettuce: impact of <i>Phytophthora cryptogea</i> infection on plant-associated microorganisms Open
Understanding the complex interactions between plants and their associated microorganisms is crucial for optimizing plant health and productivity. While microbiomes of soil-bound cultivated crops are extensively studied, microbiomes of hyd…
View article: Bacterial biota composition in gut regions of black soldier fly larvae reared on industrial residual streams: revealing community dynamics along its intestinal tract
Bacterial biota composition in gut regions of black soldier fly larvae reared on industrial residual streams: revealing community dynamics along its intestinal tract Open
Some insect species have gained attention as efficient bioconverters of low-value organic substrates (i.e., residual streams) into high-value biomass. Black soldier fly (BSF) ( Hermetia illucens ) larvae are particularly interesting for bi…
View article: A new Salmonella enterica serovar that was isolated from a wild sparrow presents a distinct genetic, metabolic and virulence profile
A new Salmonella enterica serovar that was isolated from a wild sparrow presents a distinct genetic, metabolic and virulence profile Open
View article: Current and emerging trends in techniques for plant pathogen detection
Current and emerging trends in techniques for plant pathogen detection Open
Plant pathogenic microorganisms cause substantial yield losses in several economically important crops, resulting in economic and social adversity. The spread of such plant pathogens and the emergence of new diseases is facilitated by huma…
View article: Parasitism causes changes in caterpillar odours and associated bacterial communities with consequences for host-location by a hyperparasitoid
Parasitism causes changes in caterpillar odours and associated bacterial communities with consequences for host-location by a hyperparasitoid Open
Microorganisms living in and on macroorganisms may produce microbial volatile compounds (mVOCs) that characterise organismal odours. The mVOCs might thereby provide a reliable cue to carnivorous enemies in locating their host or prey. Para…
View article: Diversity and composition of the microbiome associated with eggs of the Southern green stinkbug, Nezara viridula (Hemiptera: Pentatomidae)
Diversity and composition of the microbiome associated with eggs of the Southern green stinkbug, Nezara viridula (Hemiptera: Pentatomidae) Open
Background: Although microbial communities of insects from larval to adult stage have been increasingly investigated in recent years, little is still known about the diversity and composition of egg-associated microbiomes.…
View article: Diversity and composition of the microbiome associated with eggs of the Southern green stinkbug, Nezara viridula (Hemiptera: Pentatomidae)
Diversity and composition of the microbiome associated with eggs of the Southern green stinkbug, Nezara viridula (Hemiptera: Pentatomidae) Open
Background: Although microbial communities of insects from larval to adult stage have been increasingly investigated in recent years, little is still known about the diversity and composition of egg-associated microbiomes.…
View article: Diversity and composition of the microbiome associated with eggs of the Southern green stinkbug, <i>Nezara viridula</i> (Hemiptera: Pentatomidae)
Diversity and composition of the microbiome associated with eggs of the Southern green stinkbug, <i>Nezara viridula</i> (Hemiptera: Pentatomidae) Open
Although microbial communities of insects from larval to adult stage have been increasingly investigated in recent years, little is still known about the diversity and composition of egg‐associated microbiomes. In this study, we used high‐…
View article: Meta-analysis of larvae of the black soldier fly (<i>Hermetia illucens</i>) microbiota based on 16S rRNA gene amplicon sequencing
Meta-analysis of larvae of the black soldier fly (<i>Hermetia illucens</i>) microbiota based on 16S rRNA gene amplicon sequencing Open
Black soldier fly larvae (BSFL) belong to the most widely reared insects as an alternative protein source at industrial scale. Bacteria in the larval gut can provide benefits for the animal, though some bacteria can also be pathogenic for …
View article: The bacterial communities of black soldier fly larvae (Hermetia illucens) during consecutive, industrial rearing cycles
The bacterial communities of black soldier fly larvae (Hermetia illucens) during consecutive, industrial rearing cycles Open
In recent years, the (gut) microbiota of black soldier fly larvae (BSFL, Hermetia illucens ) has been the focus of several studies that try to elucidate its composition, its interaction with rearing parameters (like the substrate used) and…
View article: Development of a tractable model system to mimic wood-ageing of beer on a lab scale
Development of a tractable model system to mimic wood-ageing of beer on a lab scale Open
Wood-ageing of conventionally fermented beers is gaining increased attention in the production of sour beers with a noteworthy balance between sourness, wood aroma and flavour complexity. Besides the extraction of wood-derived compounds in…
View article: Beer ethanol and iso-α-acid level affect microbial community establishment and beer chemistry throughout wood maturation of beer
Beer ethanol and iso-α-acid level affect microbial community establishment and beer chemistry throughout wood maturation of beer Open
Sour beers produced by barrel-aging of conventionally fermented beers are becoming increasingly popular. However, as the intricate interactions between the wood, the microbes and the beer are still unclear, wood maturation often leads to i…
View article: Meta-analysis of the black soldier fly (<i>Hermetia illucens</i>) microbiota based on 16S rRNA gene amplicon sequencing
Meta-analysis of the black soldier fly (<i>Hermetia illucens</i>) microbiota based on 16S rRNA gene amplicon sequencing Open
Black soldier fly larvae (BSFL) belong to the most widely reared insect species as an alternative protein source at industrial scale. Bacteria in the larval gut can provide benefits for the animal, though some bacteria can also be pathogen…
View article: Impact of wood species on microbial community composition, beer chemistry and sensory characteristics during barrel‐ageing of beer
Impact of wood species on microbial community composition, beer chemistry and sensory characteristics during barrel‐ageing of beer Open
Summary Barrel‐ageing of conventionally fermented beers is becoming increasingly popular in recent years, but only very little is known about the underlying process. In this study, we show that wood species significantly affects the bacter…
View article: Author response for "Impact of wood species on microbial community composition, beer chemistry and sensory characteristics during barrel‐ageing of beer"
Author response for "Impact of wood species on microbial community composition, beer chemistry and sensory characteristics during barrel‐ageing of beer" Open
View article: Parasitism by endoparasitoid wasps alters the internal but not the external microbiome in host caterpillars
Parasitism by endoparasitoid wasps alters the internal but not the external microbiome in host caterpillars Open
View article: Microbial profile during fermentation and aerobic stability of ensiled mixtures of maize stover and banana pseudostem in South Ethiopia
Microbial profile during fermentation and aerobic stability of ensiled mixtures of maize stover and banana pseudostem in South Ethiopia Open
The study enables year-round livestock feed supplementation to boost milk and meat production in South Ethiopia.
View article: Sanitation of wooden barrels for ageing beer - a review
Sanitation of wooden barrels for ageing beer - a review Open
The use of wooden barrels is a traditional technique for fermentation and maturation of beer, most prominently present in the production of traditional sour beers like Belgian lambic beer and red-brown acidic ales. In recent years, barrel …
View article: Additional file 1 of Parasitism by endoparasitoid wasps alters the internal but not the external microbiome in host caterpillars
Additional file 1 of Parasitism by endoparasitoid wasps alters the internal but not the external microbiome in host caterpillars Open
Additional file 1: Table S1. zOTUs bacteria. Identification of bacterial zero radius operational taxonomic units (ZOTUs) according to the Silva v1.23 database and distribution over the investigated samples. Table S2. OTUs fungi. Identifica…
View article: Genetic admixture increases phenotypic diversity in the nectar yeast Metschnikowia reukaufii
Genetic admixture increases phenotypic diversity in the nectar yeast Metschnikowia reukaufii Open
View article: Data from: Genetic admixture increases phenotypic diversity in the nectar yeast Metschnikowia reukaufii,
Data from: Genetic admixture increases phenotypic diversity in the nectar yeast Metschnikowia reukaufii, Open
Raw data and supplementary files for the manuscript "Genetic admixture increases phenotypic diversity in the nectar yeast Metschnikowia reukaufii." ------------------- Table S5.xlsx -- Pairwise correlations betwee…
View article: Data from: Genetic admixture increases phenotypic diversity in the nectar yeast Metschnikowia reukaufii,
Data from: Genetic admixture increases phenotypic diversity in the nectar yeast Metschnikowia reukaufii, Open
Raw data and supplementary files for the manuscript "Genetic admixture increases phenotypic diversity in the nectar yeast Metschnikowia reukaufii." ------------------- Table S5.xlsx -- Pairwise correlations betwee…
View article: Silage making of maize stover and banana pseudostem under South Ethiopian conditions: evolution of pH, dry matter and microbiological profile
Silage making of maize stover and banana pseudostem under South Ethiopian conditions: evolution of pH, dry matter and microbiological profile Open
Summary The study was conducted to evaluate the microbial dynamics during silage of maize stover and banana pseudostem in the environmental conditions of southern Ethiopia. To meet this objective, microsilos containing either maize stover …