Sebastian Garcia-Daga, Stuart J Roy, Matthew Gilliham
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Abstract
Salt contamination of soils and irrigation water is a significant environmental concern for crop production. Leaf sodium (Na+) exclusion is commonly proposed to be a key subtrait of salt tolerance for many crop plants. High-Affinity Potassium (K+) Transporter 1 (HKT1) proteins have previously been identified as major controllers of leaf Na+ exclusion across diverse species. However, leaf Na+ exclusion does not always correlate with salt tolerance. We discuss literature which shows leaf Na+ accumulation can, in some circumstances, be tolerated without a detrimental effect on yield when HKT1 still functions to exclude Na+ from reproductive tissues. We conclude that, by having an ultimate role in the protection of reproductive performance, HKT1s' role in adaptation to salinity warrants redefinition.
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Trends in Plant Science is the primary monthly review journal in plant science, encompassing a wide range from molecular biology to ecology. It offers concise and accessible reviews and opinions on fundamental plant science topics, providing quick insights into current thinking and developments in plant biology. Geared towards researchers, students, and teachers, the articles are authoritative, authored by both established leaders in the field and emerging talents.