Plant-Crop Biology and Biochemistry
A section of Agronomy (ISSN 2073-4395).
Section Information
The "Plant-Crop Biology and Biochemistry" section investigates the fundamental and applied aspects of plant science, focusing on the intricate biological processes and biochemical pathways that underlie plant growth, development, and productivity. The following section aims to bridge the gap between basic plant biology and the practical needs of agriculture, providing insights that can lead to the development of more resilient, productive, and sustainable crops.
Key areas of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Plant Physiology and Development: Understanding the physiological processes and developmental stages of plants, from seed germination to maturation, and how these processes are regulated at the molecular, cellular, and systemic levels.
- Genetics and Genomics: Exploring the genetic basis of plant traits, including genetic diversity, gene expression, and genome editing techniques aimed at improving crop characteristics.
- Biotic and Abiotic Stress Responses: Investigating plant responses to various stresses such as pests, diseases, drought, salinity, and extreme temperatures and identifying strategies to enhance stress tolerance.
- Photosynthesis and Metabolism: Studying the biochemical pathways involved in photosynthesis, nutrient assimilation, and metabolic regulation, which are crucial for plant growth and crop yield.
- Plant–Microbe Interactions: Examining the interactions between plants and beneficial or pathogenic microbes and their implications for plant health and productivity.
- Biotechnological Applications: Highlighting advancements in plant biotechnology, including genetic engineering, tissue culture, and the use of biostimulants and biofertilizers.
The following section welcomes original research articles, reviews, and short communications that contribute to our understanding of plant-crop biology and biochemistry. Through rigorous peer review and insightful editorial oversight, we aim to foster scientific advancements that will drive innovation in agriculture and plant science.
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Special Issues
Following special issues within this section are currently open for submissions:
- Influence of Plant Growth Substances on Vegetative Growth, Flowering, Fruiting and Fruit Quality (Deadline: 15 July 2026)
- Phytochemicals Under Pressure: Antioxidant Production in Plants as a Response to Environmental Stress (Deadline: 20 July 2026)
- Rice Cultivation and Physiology—2nd Edition (Deadline: 20 July 2026)
- Seed Production and Technology (Deadline: 31 July 2026)
- Abiotic Stress Resilience: Mechanisms, Management, and Yield Stability (Deadline: 31 July 2026)
- Regulatory Mechanism of Growth Regulators on Crop Growth and Development: 2nd Edition (Deadline: 31 July 2026)
- Ecophysiological Principles for Sustainable Rice and Wheat Cultivation (Deadline: 31 July 2026)
- Phytohormone–Nutrient Interactions in Crop Systems: Balancing Growth and Stress Adaptation (Deadline: 15 August 2026)
- Integrated Approaches to Enhancing Crop Productivity: Molecular, Hormonal, and Agronomic Perspectives (Deadline: 31 August 2026)
- Innovations in Crop Quality and Safety (Deadline: 31 August 2026)
- Plant Nutrient Dynamics: From Soil to Harvest and Beyond (Deadline: 31 August 2026)
- Recent Advances in Plant Growth and Development Under Environmental Stress (Deadline: 31 August 2026)
- Potential Secondary Metabolites in Crops (Deadline: 31 August 2026)
- Phosphorus–Silicon Crosstalk in Plants: Enhancing Nutrient Efficiency and Alleviating Stress (Deadline: 31 August 2026)
- Bioherbicides and Biostimulants from Allelochemicals Advances and Agricultural Applications (Deadline: 15 September 2026)
- Physiological and Molecular Mechanisms Underlying Crop Growth, Development and Stress Adaptation Regulated by Light Environment (Deadline: 15 September 2026)
- Biostimulants for Sustainable Crop Productivity and Protection: From Concept to Application (Deadline: 15 September 2026)
- Plant–Microbe Synergy in Crop Production (Deadline: 25 September 2026)
- Advances in Mineral Nutrition for Improved Crop Yield, Quality, and Sustainability (Deadline: 30 September 2026)
- Plant Physiological Responses in Agricultural Crops: From Molecular Mechanisms to Field Management (Deadline: 30 September 2026)
- Integrative Physiology and Molecular Mechanisms of Heavy Metal Stress in Rice (Deadline: 30 September 2026)
- Molecular Mechanisms of Nutrient Stress Responses in Crops: From Physiology to Epigenetics (Deadline: 20 October 2026)
- Mechanisms of Crop Stress Resistance and Corresponding Strategies for Crop Production (Deadline: 30 October 2026)
- Improving Nutritional and Functional Quality of Horticultural Crops Through Biofortification Approaches (Deadline: 31 October 2026)
- Micropropagation and Plant Biotechnology: Protection, Improvement, and Utilization of Valuable Agricultural Germplasm Resources (Deadline: 31 October 2026)
- Plant Tissue Culture and Plant Somatic Embryogenesis—3rd Edition (Deadline: 31 October 2026)
- Harnessing Exogenous Applications for Crop Stress Tolerance and Enhanced Productivity (Deadline: 1 November 2026)
- Rhizosphere Microbiome-Mediated Climate-Resilient Cereal Production in Semi-Arid and Marginal Soils: Climate-Smart Management (Deadline: 15 November 2026)
- Physiological and Anatomical Responses of Crops to Environmental Factors (Deadline: 25 November 2026)
- Seed Dormancy and Germination: Ecological, Physiological and Applied Perspectives (Deadline: 30 November 2026)
- Regulatory Network of Crop to Environmental Stress: Genetic and Biochemical Characterization (Deadline: 30 November 2026)
- Biostimulant-Mediated Crop Stress Tolerance: From Physiological Mechanisms to Yield Improvement (Deadline: 30 November 2026)
- Metabolic Engineering via Hormonal Modulation: Boosting Crop Yield and Nutritional Quality (Deadline: 31 December 2026)
- Multi-Omics Integration to Dissect Heavy Metal Stress Response Networks in Plants (Deadline: 31 January 2027)
- Unlocking the Potential of Beneficial Elements in Abiotic Stress Tolerance and Agronomic Biofortification (Deadline: 30 July 2027)
Topical Collection
Following topical collection within this section is currently open for submissions: