Altered expression of a raspberry homologue of VRN1 is associated with disruption of dormancy induction and misregulation of subsets of dormancy-associated genes.

Study on winter dormancy in red raspberry cultivars: 'Glen Ample' follows normal phenology, 'Glen Dee' shows dysregulation. RNA-seq and WGCNA identify gene clusters and highlight importance of genetic processes. Dysregulation in 'Glen Dee' linked to specific VRN1 homologue expression.

Mateos B et al (2024).

J Exp Bot.

DOI:

10.1093/jxb/erae371

PubMed:

39243357

Genome-wide identification of kiwifruit K(+) channel Shaker family members and their response to low-K(+) stress.

Researchers studied the 'Hongyang' kiwifruit which has high yield, early ripening, and stress tolerance. The Shaker K gene family helps with potassium uptake and distribution in plants. High-quality fruit with genetic advantage.

Zi Y et al (2024).

BMC Plant Biol.

DOI:

10.1186/s12870-024-05555-x

PubMed:

39243055

Fruit sugar hub: gene regulatory network associated with soluble solids content (SSC) in Prunus persica.

Chilean peach growers studied genetic regulation of sugar accumulation in peaches. Identified 91 genes on chromosome 5 as potential regulators. Findings important for improving peach fruit quality in breeding programs.

Núñez-Lillo G et al (2024).

Biol Res.

DOI:

10.1186/s40659-024-00539-5

PubMed:

39243048

Expression patterns of candidate genes for the Lr46/Yr29 "slow rust" locus in common wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) and associated miRNAs inform of the gene conferring the Puccinia triticina resistance trait.

Researchers analyzed expression of candidate genes at Lr46/Yr29 locus in wheat resistant to leaf rust caused by Pt. Identified gene Lr46-Glu2 may play role in resistance response. This study provides insight for developing disease-resistant wheat varieties.

Spychała J et al (2024).

PLoS One.

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10.1371/journal.pone.0309944

PubMed:

39240941

Genetic drift, historic migration, and limited gene flow contributing to the subpopulation divergence in wild sea beet (Beta vulgaris ssp. maritima (L.) Arcang).

Scientists analyzed sea beet accessions to understand evolution and genetic diversity. Sea beet originated in southern Europe and dispersed through marine currents to form subpopulations. This research aids in conserving and utilizing sea beet for sugarbeet improvement.

Tehseen MM et al (2024).

PLoS One.

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10.1371/journal.pone.0308626

PubMed:

39240839

Phenotyping data coupled with RNA sequencing of apple genotypes exhibiting contrasted quantitative trait loci architecture for apple scab (Venturia inaequalis) resistance.

Scientists studied three QTLs in apple resistance to scab, using RNA sequencing to identify candidate genes. This research can lead to improved apple breeding strategies for better scab resistance.

Bénéjam J et al (2024).

Data Brief.

DOI:

10.1016/j.dib.2024.110778

PubMed:

39239265

Inheritance and ecological effects of exogenous genes from transgenic Brassica napus to Brassica juncea hybrids.

Wang X et al (2024).

Plant Sci.

DOI:

10.1016/j.plantsci.2024.112245

PubMed:

39236877

Physiological and comprehensive transcriptome analysis reveals distinct regulatory mechanisms for aluminum tolerance of Trifolium repens.

Researchers studied how different white clover varieties respond to high levels of aluminum stress in acidic soil. They found that Trifolium repens has high aluminum toxicity tolerance, accumulating 70% of aluminum in roots. Understanding these responses can help improve crop tolerance to acidic conditions.

Nie G et al (2024).

Ecotoxicol Environ Saf.

DOI:

10.1016/j.ecoenv.2024.117001

PubMed:

39236654