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Drivers of strigolactone diversity: P450s in strigolactone biosynthesis

Journal of Integrative Plant Biology, EarlyView.
This review summarizes the discovery and functional identification of cytochrome P450 in strigolactone biosynthesis, classifies and summarizes the members discovered so far, clarifies their biological significance, discusses the technology of strigolactone synthesis research, and finally describes some problems in strigolactone research and potential ...
Changbin Niu, Harro J. Bouwmeester, Changsheng Li   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Mulching offers protection from Striga asiatica L. Kutnze parasitism in Sorghum genotypes

Acta Agriculturae Scandinavica. Section B, Soil and Plant Science, 2019
The production of sorghum is hampered by the parasitic weed Striga asiatica L. Mulching is promoted as a component of the conservation agriculture systems in sub Saharan Africa.
Mandumbu Ronald, Mutengwa Charles, Mabasa Stanford, Mwenje Eddie   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Towards an integrated molecular understanding of plant hormones

Journal of Integrative Plant Biology, EarlyView.
This review offers a comprehensive overview of the nine plant hormones, delving into their biosynthesis, transport, signaling and crosstalk mechanisms. Because the complexity of plant hormonal control goes beyond these core elements, additional specific features are discussed. Lastly, this review highlights how fundamental insights drive hormonal‐based
Louise Vilain, Marie‐Laure Fauconnier, Manon Genva   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Genotypic Variation in Cultivated and Wild Sorghum Genotypes in Response to Striga hermonthica Infestation

Frontiers in Plant Science, 2021
Striga hermonthica is the most important parasitic weed in sub-Saharan Africa and remains one of the most devastating biotic factors affecting sorghum production in the western regions of Kenya.
Nicoleta Muchira, Nicoleta Muchira, Kahiu Ngugi, Lydia N. Wamalwa, Millicent Avosa, Wiliter Chepkorir, Eric Manyasa, Desterio Nyamongo, Damaris A. Odeny   +8 more
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Geographical distribution and aspects of the ecology of the hemiparasitic angiosperm Striga asiatica (L) Kuntze: A herbarium study [PDF]

, 1997
Striga asiatica (Scrophulariaceae) is an obligate root hemiparasite of mainly C-4 grasses (including cereals). It is the most widespread of the 42 Striga species occurring in many semi-tropical, semi-arid regions of mainly the Old World.
Cochrane, V., Press, M.C.
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Screening for Fall Armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda J. E. Smith) Resistance in Early‐Maturing Tropical Maize Adapted to Sub‐Saharan Africa

Plant Breeding, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Fall armyworm (FAW) (Spodoptera frugiperda J. E. Smith) has emerged as a serious pest since 2016 in Africa, affecting the food security and livelihoods of millions of smallholder farmers, especially those growing maize. Native genetic resistance to FAW is essential for reducing yield loss.
Adamu Masari Abubakar, Idris Ishola Adejumobi, Muhyideen Oyekunle, Tegawende Odette Bonkoungou, Usman Muhammad, Onehireba Udah, Baffour Badu‐Apraku   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Resistance breeding and biocontrol of Striga asiatica (L.) Kuntze in maize: a review

Acta Agriculturae Scandinavica. Section B, Soil and Plant Science, 2018
Purpose: The aims of this article are to highlight pre-breeding procedures for identifying primary sources of Striga-resistance genes and to summarize complimentary breeding techniques that enhance partial resistance of maize varieties against Striga ...
Admire Tichafa Shayanowako, Mark Laing, Hussein Shimelis, Learnmore Mwadzingeni   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Soil health and ecosystem services: Lessons from sub-Sahara Africa (SSA) [PDF]

, 2020
Management practices to improve soil health influence several ecosystem services including regulation of water flows, changes in soil biodiversity and greenhouse gases that are important at local, regional and global levels.
Bolo, Peter Omondi, Kihara, Job, Kinyua, Michael, Nyawira, Sylvia Sarah, Sommer, Rolf   +4 more
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A Repertoire of Major Genes From Crop Wild Relatives for Breeding Disease‐Resistant Wheat, Rice, Maize, Soybean and Cotton Crops

Plant Breeding, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Global food demand is predicted to rise anywhere from 59% to 98% by 2050 because of increasing population. However, the continued depletion of natural resources and increasing biotic and abiotic stresses will continue to pose significant threats to global food security in coming years.
Memoona Khalid, Hafiz Mamoon Rehman, Tsz‐Yan Cheung, Shakeel Ahmed, Ting Fung Chan, Hon‐Ming Lam   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Optimizing use of U.S. Ex-PVP inbred lines for enhancing agronomic performance of tropical Striga resistant maize inbred lines

BMC Plant Biology, 2022
Background Temperate maize inbred lines with expired Plant Variety Protection Act certificates (Ex-PVP) are potential sources of desirable alleles for tropical germplasm improvement.
Abdoul-Raouf Sayadi Maazou, Melaku Gedil, Victor O. Adetimirin, Wende Mengesha, Silvestro Meseka, Oluyinka Ilesanmi, Paterne A. Agre, Abebe Menkir   +7 more
doaj   +1 more source