Phytohormones, pivotal regulators of plant growth and development, are increasingly
recognized for their multifaceted roles in enhancing crop resilience against environmental …

Key message Melatonin and melatonin-mediated phytohormonal crosstalk play a
multifaceted role in improving drought stress tolerance via molecular mechanisms and …

Drought stress poses a significant threat to crop productivity worldwide, necessitating
innovative approaches to mitigate its adverse impact on crops. This study investigates the …

Plant-growth-promoting bacteria (PGPB) have beneficial effects on plants. They can promote
growth and enhance plant defense against abiotic stress and disease, and these effects are …

MicroRNAs are key players involved in stress responses in plants and reports are available
on the role of miRNAs in drought stress response in rice. This work reports the development …

Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) have been known to confer the flavor of fruits,
characterizing the quality of fruits. Nanguo pear (Pyrus ussuriensis Maxim.) is widely popular …

Heavy metals (HMs) have emerged as a critical global concern, not only limiting crop
productivity but also posing risks to public health. Among them, nickel (Ni) is an essential …

Abiotic stresses are considered as a significant factor restricting horticultural crop
productivity and quality. Drought stress is a major environmental constraint among the …

Salt stress is one of the main abiotic factor affecting plant growth. We have previously
identified a key gene (NtHD9) in Nicotiana tabacum L. that positively regulates the formation …

Weed infestation in agricultural fields significantly diminishes crop yields. Herbicides are
widely used as a primary method of weed control. Develo** herbicide-resistant crops …