Key message The potential of seed priming is still not fully exploited. Our limited knowledge
of the molecular dynamics of seed pre-germinative metabolism is the main hindrance to …

Seeds are unique time capsules that can switch between 2 complex and highly interlinked
stages: seed dormancy and germination. Dormancy contributes to the survival of plants …

Seed priming is a pre-sowing treatment which leads to a physiological state that enables
seed to germinate more efficiently. The majority of seed treatments are based on seed …

Seed priming is a pre-sowing treatment that partially hydrates seeds without allowing radicle
emergence. Consequently, primed seeds are equipped with advanced germination and …

The beneficial effects of biochar (BC) and plant growth-promoting bacteria (PGPR) to
increase crop yields under harsh environments have been widely reported. However, the …

The crosstalk between second messengers, hormones and mitogen-activated protein
kinases (MAPKs) in plant signalling systems facilitates adaptation and survival in the face of …

The seed expressed gene DELAY OF GERMINATION (DOG) 1 is absolutely required for the
induction of dormancy. Next to a non‐dormant phenotype, the dog1‐1 mutant is also …

Abstract Rape seeds primed with− 1.2 MPa polyethylene glycol 6000 showed improved
germination performance. To better understand the beneficial effect of osmopriming on seed …

In a minute proportion of angiosperm species, rehydrating foliage can revive from airdryness
or even from equilibration with air of~ 0% RH. Such desiccation tolerance is known from …

Main conclusion Besides being an important model to study desiccation tolerance, the
induction of desiccation tolerance in germinated seeds may also play an ecological role in …