Background Sprouts and microgreens, which are tender, flavourful, rich in nutrients, have a
short growth cycle, and have been recognized as functional foods in the human diet …

The latest knowledge regarding biosynthesis of folates and polyphenols is summarized,
including factors modulating their accumulation in plants, with particular emphasis on light …

Plant specialized metabolites (PSMs) play essential roles in the adaptation to harsh
environments and function in plant defense responses. PSMs act as key components of …

Sprouts and microgreens, the edible seedlings of vegetables and herbs, have received
increasing attention in recent years and are considered as functional foods or superfoods …

Abstract Ultraviolet-B radiation (280–315 nm), perceived by the plant photoreceptor UVR8,
is a key environmental signal that influences plant growth and development and can reduce …

Light-emitting diode (LED) lights have recently been applied in controlled environment
agriculture toward growing vegetables of various assortments, including microgreens …

The production of high quality fruits, vegetables and ornamental crops while employing
natural processes to maintain plant productivity, is an overarching goal of sustainable …

Broccoli sprouts contain health-promoting phytochemicals that can be enhanced by
applying ultraviolet light (UV) or phytohormones. The separate and combined effects of …

Microgreens are novel foods with high concentrations of bioactive compounds and can be
grown easily and sustainably. Among all the microgreens genera produced, Brassicaceae …

Background: According to social demands, the agri-food industry must elaborate convenient
safe and healthy foods rich in phytochemicals while minimising processing inputs like …