Common Names: blackeyed pea
Research in Malawi compared maize genotypes and management practices, finding hybrids yield better overall, but open pollinated varieties show more stability in specific conditions. Conservation Agriculture is recommended for improved outcomes. Farmers should weigh hybrid advantages and OPV adaptability based on their climate.
Researchers studied gamma ray-induced mutations in cowpea to understand genomic changes. This knowledge can lead to the development of improved mutant varieties, aiding global agriculture.
Study analyzed plant TCP genes' response to heat and drought stress, revealing their role in abiotic stress tolerance. Findings show upregulation under drought and salinity conditions, offering insight into gene evolution for stress tolerance.
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In this study, the researchers identified and analyzed the SPL gene family in pigeon pea. They found that certain genes were upregulated under salt stress conditions and performed molecular docking to predict their binding affinity with three ligands. This research may lead to improved abiotic stress resistance and developmental traits in pigeon pea.
This study identified 28 VuRNAi genes in cowpea that play a role in protecting the plant from biotic and abiotic stresses. These genes can contribute to improved grain quality, immunity, and resistance to pathogens, salinity, and drought. The findings will help develop more resilient cowpeas.
Researchers used genotyping by sequencing (GBS) to analyze the relationships among cowpea and asparagus bean landraces from southern Italy and other species. The analysis of SNPs derived from GBS showed that African cowpea samples were separated from other materials and Italian landraces clustered based on seed color/pattern. The wild subspecies of the species complex showed a clear separation between allogamous wild perennials and perennial out/inbreds, with the former being the more ancestral wild progenitors. The species appeared more closely related to cowpea than to other species analyzed. These findings demonstrate the utility of GBS technology in studying taxonomy and relationships between species.