New Insights into Stress Tolerance of Horticultural Crops
A special issue of Horticulturae (ISSN 2311-7524). This special issue belongs to the section "Biotic and Abiotic Stress".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 March 2025 | Viewed by 939
Special Issue Editors
Interests: abiotic stress; biotic stress; drought; horticulture crops; fruit quality; secondary metabolites; phenolic compounds; antioxidants
Special Issues, Collections and Topics in MDPI journals
Interests: microbial-plant interactions; microbial omics; soil microbial ecology
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue aims to explore the latest research and findings on the mechanisms of stress tolerance in horticultural crops. By investigating the latest insights and advancements, this collection of articles aims to shed light on how these crops adapt and respond to various environmental stresses, including drought, heat, salinity, and disease. This issue brings together a diverse range of studies, from molecular and genetic approaches to practical field applications, offering a comprehensive view of the current challenges and innovative strategies in enhancing crop resilience and productivity. The articles featured in this issue explore the intricate molecular pathways and genetic modifications that underpin stress tolerance, providing a deeper understanding of the biological processes involved. Additionally, this issue highlights cutting-edge technologies and methodologies that are being developed to improve crop performance under adverse conditions. These include the use of biotechnological tools, breeding techniques, and sustainable agricultural practices that aim to mitigate the impact of environmental stresses on horticultural crops.
The findings and discussions presented here contribute to the scientific community's knowledge and offer practical solutions for farmers and agricultural researchers. Ultimately, this issue aims to inspire further research and innovation, paving the way for more resilient and productive horticultural systems that can withstand the challenges posed by a changing climate and growing global population.
Dr. Muhammad Junaid Rao
Dr. Mingzheng Duan
Dr. Sajjad Hussain
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- stress tolerance
- secondary metabolites
- environmental stresses
- antioxidant activities
- crop productivity
- molecular insights
- field applications
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