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{"title":"Wheat resistance to Fusarium head blight and breeding strategies.","authors":"Haigang Ma, Yongjiang Liu, Suhong Zhang, Jianfeng Sha, Yawen Sun, Zhiruo Hu, Linjun Gong, Yi Dai, Yujiao Gao, Yonggang Wang, Hongxiang Ma","doi":"10.1007/s44297-025-00048-1","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s44297-025-00048-1","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Fusarium head blight (FHB) in wheat is one of the most damaging diseases affecting global wheat production. Over the past few decades, significant advancements have been made in mitigating the impact of this disease through the development of resistant wheat varieties. However, the FHB epidemic has been increasing due to changes in climate and crop rotation. Improving breeding efficiency is urgently needed. Cloning disease resistance genes and elucidating their molecular mechanisms will accelerate the breeding of FHB-resistant wheat varieties. This review outlines the five types of FHB resistance in wheat, provides definitions and potential mechanisms for each type, and reviews the cloned resistance genes and the resistance mechanisms they mediate. Additionally, this review discusses the progress in breeding FHB-resistant wheat via resistance genes and proposes strategies for different resistance requirements in breeding, with the goal of increasing the efficiency of FHB resistance breeding in wheat.</p>","PeriodicalId":519973,"journal":{"name":"Crop health","volume":"3 1","pages":"9"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12825992/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146134000","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"G-quadruplex structure in plants and insects and potential applications in pest control.","authors":"Xiaojuan Zhang, Lijun Xiang, Jin Li, Qili Feng, Kangkang Niu","doi":"10.1007/s44297-025-00047-2","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s44297-025-00047-2","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The guanine-enriched regions of nucleic acids can adopt four-stranded G-quadruplex structures (G4s). Considerable evidence reveals that predicted G4-forming sequences prevalently exist in the genomes of various organisms. The abundant G4 formation linked G4s to fundamental biological processes such as transcription, replication, translation and telomere protection. G4s are also known to be closely associated with many diseases, especially cancer. However, an increasing number of studies have investigated the critical roles of G4s in the development of plants and insects. In this review, we discuss the characteristics of the distribution and regulation of G4s and their biological roles in plants and insects, as well as the potential application of G4s as molecular targets in pest control.</p>","PeriodicalId":519973,"journal":{"name":"Crop health","volume":"3 1","pages":"8"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12825881/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146133899","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Functional diversity of the Osiris gene family in the brown planthopper.","authors":"Cui Zhang, Xinyi He, Ya Ma, Yaxin Liu, Xingxing Shen, Yanyuan Bao","doi":"10.1007/s44297-025-00045-4","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s44297-025-00045-4","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Osiris is a large insect-specific gene family with multiple functions. Owing to highly conserved sequences and similar expression patterns across insect species, the Osiris gene family is believed to play specific roles in the insect kingdom. However, current studies on Osiris gene functions have focused primarily on several holometabolous insects, such as Drosophila melanogaster and Bombyx mori, with few systematic studies on hemimetabolous insects. In this study, we identified 20 Osiris genes by searching the genome and transcriptome databases of the brown planthopper Nilaparvata lugens. The Nilaparvata lugens Osiris genes presented similar development- and tissue-specific expression profiles. A functional investigation using RNAi in 4th instar nymphs and newly eclosed adult females revealed that the knockdown of Osiris genes resulted in multiple phenotypes, including a lethal phenotype; morphological changes in the wing, ovary and ovipositor; and hatching and feeding failure. These observations suggested that the Osiris genes play different functional roles at the individual and tissue levels. This study expanded the knowledge of Osiris gene functions and provided a better understanding of the importance of the Osiris gene family in the development and reproduction of insects.</p>","PeriodicalId":519973,"journal":{"name":"Crop health","volume":"3 1","pages":"7"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12825958/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146133958","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Harnessing Aspergillus and host M genes for sustainable phyllosphere microbiome engineering.","authors":"Zhe Wang, Jiakang Yin, Kenichi Tsuda","doi":"10.1007/s44297-025-00046-3","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s44297-025-00046-3","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":519973,"journal":{"name":"Crop health","volume":"3 1","pages":"6"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12825937/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146133923","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Engineering stress resistance: advances in glycine betaine production for sustainable agriculture.","authors":"Fei Zhao, Jinyan Luo, Ezzeldin Ibrahim, Lei Chen, Ying Shen, Muhammad Ibrahim, Wadi B Alonazi, Jianfei Lu, Yuanchan Luo, Hui Wu","doi":"10.1007/s44297-025-00044-5","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s44297-025-00044-5","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>With the rapid development of industry and frequent extreme weather events, sustainable agricultural production is increasingly confronted with various adversities. Improving the resistance of plants and eco-friendly microbial fertilizers to abiotic stresses is essential for sustainable agricultural development. Glycine betaine (GB), a trimethyl derivative of glycine, plays a crucial role as a cellular osmotic pressure regulator, enhancing the resistance of agricultural plants and microorganisms to stress. Betaine is typically obtained through natural extraction or chemical synthesis; however, the former faces seasonal and geographical limitations, whereas the latter is associated with environmental pollution. Additionally, the post-extraction processes for both methods can increase production costs. Biosynthesis via plants or microorganisms represents a more sustainable approach to betaine production, aligning with the principles of green agriculture. Genetically engineered plants incorporating the betaine synthesis pathway can directly increase GB production, improving plant stress resistance and eliminating the need for costly post-extraction processes. Similarly, genetically engineered microorganisms that construct or enhance the GB synthesis pathway can effectively increase GB production and associated resistance, with relatively simple post-extraction processes that further reduce costs and can be produced continuously. However, the GB synthesis pathway in microorganisms has been less studied. This review summarizes metabolic engineering studies of the GB synthesis pathway in plants and microorganisms and proposes strategies to further increase GB production in engineered microorganisms. In this paper, we review the methods of GB production, its protective effects, its synthesis pathways in organisms, and advancements in genetic engineering research. We also discuss the potential for developing genetically engineered plants or microorganisms for GB synthesis technologies, aiming to lay the groundwork for future applications in sustainable agricultural development.</p>","PeriodicalId":519973,"journal":{"name":"Crop health","volume":"3 1","pages":"5"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-02-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12807369/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146133944","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"RALF-FER, a master ligand‒receptor pair in plant health.","authors":"Xing-Yan Chen, Jia Chen, Fan Xu, Xin-Zhong Cai","doi":"10.1007/s44297-024-00040-1","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s44297-024-00040-1","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Pathogens deliver many effector proteins into the plant apoplast, which helps plants evade pattern recognition receptor (PRR)-mediated surveillance by camouflaging or blocking PRR-triggered signaling. Plants must prioritize immunity or growth and development according to the presence or absence of pathogen-derived effectors. Crosstalk exists between PRR immune signaling pathways and growth and development pathways. A typical example is the signaling pathway of the receptor kinase FERONIA (FER), a core element of a global signaling network. FER interacts with its coreceptors and different Rapid Alkalinization Factor (RALF) peptide ligands to function in various growth and developmental processes and respond to pathogens. Studies on the roles of host FERs in different plant species and those of RALFs derived from both hosts and pathogens are beginning to flourish. Here, we focus on recent advances in FER and RALF in plant‒pathogen interactions, with an emphasis on the mechanisms underlying these interactions. We also present a brief outlook to highlight challenges and perspectives for future research on how to utilize the RALF-FER pair or its related signaling elements as targets to improve crop resistance to pathogens.</p>","PeriodicalId":519973,"journal":{"name":"Crop health","volume":"3 1","pages":"4"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-02-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12807370/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146133972","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Correction: Insect‒microbe symbiosis-based strategies offer a new avenue for the management of insect pests and their transmitted pathogens.","authors":"Chao Lv, Yan-Zhen Huang, Jun-Bo Luan","doi":"10.1007/s44297-025-00041-8","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s44297-025-00041-8","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":519973,"journal":{"name":"Crop health","volume":"3 1","pages":"3"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-02-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12807322/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146133818","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"drSMALL: Database for disease resistance-shaping small molecules derived from the plant microbiome.","authors":"Rui Cheng, Tingli Ke, Fangze Gui, Junnan Li, Xiaoyan Zhang, Juan Ignacio Vílchez, Haruna Matsumoto","doi":"10.1007/s44297-025-00042-7","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s44297-025-00042-7","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Recent evidence highlights the potential of the plant microbiota to increase host plant disease resistance through the production of bioactive small molecules. However, the absence of comprehensive platforms for rapid access to this information hampers progress in the field. To address this gap, we developed the Disease Resistance-Shaping Small Molecules Database (drSMALL), a freely accessible and continuously updated resource that compiles profiles of microbial small molecules, which were experimentally evidenced to be associated with host disease resistance. drSMALL interlinks detailed information on microbial species, the small molecules they produce, host plants, and targeted pathogens, facilitating streamlined access to essential data. This initiative aims to advance the understanding of small molecules in disease resistance, filling a critical gap in data accessibility while fostering deeper exploration of sustainable agricultural practices. By leveraging the natural capabilities of plant microbiomes, drSMALL seeks to support innovative strategies for enhancing crop health and resilience against diseases.</p>","PeriodicalId":519973,"journal":{"name":"Crop health","volume":"3 1","pages":"2"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-01-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12807323/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146133928","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Correction: Prostaglandin A3 regulates the colony development of Odontotermes formosanus by reducing worker proportion.","authors":"Qihuan Zhou, Ting Yu, Wuhan Li, Raghda Nasser, Nooney Chidwala, Jianchu Mo","doi":"10.1007/s44297-025-00043-6","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s44297-025-00043-6","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":519973,"journal":{"name":"Crop health","volume":"3 1","pages":"1"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-01-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12807320/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146133795","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Heat stress promotes the accumulation of tomato yellow leaf curl virus in its insect vector by activating heat shock factor.","authors":"Yu-Meng Wang, Ting Xie, Ya-Zhou He, Wilmer J Cuellar, Xiao-Wei Wang","doi":"10.1007/s44297-024-00039-8","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s44297-024-00039-8","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>High temperature tends to be a contributing factor to the spread of vector-borne viral diseases by enhancing vector competence. However, the underlying mechanisms of the increased virus transmission capacity of vectors under heat stress are still largely unknown. Tomato yellow leaf curl virus (TYLCV) is one of the most devastating plant DNA viruses worldwide and is transmitted exclusively by Bemisia tabaci. Here, we identified heat shock factor (HSF) as a key transcription factor that mediates TYLCV accumulation in whitefly vectors under heat stress. Quantitative analysis revealed that the amount of TYLCV DNA in whiteflies gradually increased with increasing temperature (above 38 °C). To determine the underlying mechanism, RNA-seq analysis was performed, which revealed that 1 h of heat stress caused a dramatic increase in heat shock protein (HSP) expression. Moreover, the whitefly HSP transcription factor HSF was shown to specifically interact with the intergenic region of TYLCV via yeast one-hybrid and dual-luciferase analyses. Additionally, the transcriptional activity of HSF gradually increased with increasing heat treatment temperature, indicating a similar pattern of virus accumulation under heat stress. Knocking down HSF in whiteflies caused a significant decrease in TYLCV DNA and coat protein. Our results reveal the important role of HSF in mediating virus accumulation in insect vectors under high temperature and provide insights into how environmental factors affect plant virus‒vector interactions.</p>","PeriodicalId":519973,"journal":{"name":"Crop health","volume":"2 1","pages":"19"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12825969/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146133724","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}