DELLA proteins can participate in the biosynthesis pathway of flavonoids. Trypsin can upregulate the expression of HuGAI1. And HuGAI1, by participating in the phenylpropanoid biosynthesis pathway, regulates the biosynthesis of flavonoids and flavonols, leading to an increase in antioxidant flavonoid content and, consequently, enhancing fruit resistance. This research provides a reference for trypsin’s ability to enhance the preservation of H. undatus by influencing GRAS family genes.

Industrial hemp (Cannabis sativa) growth habits vary from tall and thin to short and bushy. We compared the growth patterns and water deficit responses in genotypes with different growth habits using state-of-the-art automated imaging and watering platforms. Water deficit responses were consistent, but short, bushy genotypes show potential for the greatest water use efficiency, providing valuable insight to inform field-based agronomic decisions.

We assessed the effect of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) on growth, nutrient uptake, and productivity of chickpea (Cicer arietinum), and AMF diversity in two soils in Pakistan. Soil from Bhakkar had higher nitrogen content than Khushab. Root colonisation was greater in Khushab than Bhakkar, with colonisation influencing phosphorus uptake in both regions. Glomus and Acaulospora were the most dominant genera. Chickpeas from Bhakkar had higher protein content and nutrient concentrations than Khushab. AMF colonisation increased plant moisture, fats, and carbohydrates.

This article belongs to the collection: Soil Microbiome and Abiotic Stress Tolerance in Plants.