Fruit Tree Orchards: Disease Resistance Obtained by New Genetic Breeding Methods
A special issue of Horticulturae (ISSN 2311-7524). This special issue belongs to the section "Genetics, Genomics, Breeding, and Biotechnology (G2B2)".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 May 2025 | Viewed by 1220
Special Issue Editors
Interests: plant molecular biology; pomology; fruit quality; fruit crop production; pre and post-harvest; fruit ripening; fruit biochemistry; fruit physiology; sugar-acid dynamics; fruit breeding and genomics; omics; horticultural biotechnology
Interests: plant molecular biology; pomology; fruit quality; fruit physiology; fruit breeding and genomics
Interests: plant molecular biology; pomology; fruit quality; fruit crop production; fruit ripening; fruit biochemistry; fruit physiology; fruit breeding and genomics; omics; horticultural biotechnology
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue “Fruit Tree Orchards: Disease Resistance Obtained by New Genetic Breeding Methods” explores the forefront of fruit tree orchards, spotlighting advances in genetic breeding methods that confer heightened resistance to both biotic and abiotic stresses. In response to the dynamic challenges faced by agriculture, this Special Issue seeks to unravel groundbreaking approaches that leverage genetic tools to fortify fruit trees against a spectrum of stressors.
Authors are encouraged to submit original research papers, reviews, opinions, perspectives and methods elucidating the latest strides in genetic breeding methodologies, including CRISPR/Cas9 applications, molecular markers, and genomic selection. The Special Issue aims to present a comprehensive perspective on strategies aimed at bolstering fruit tree crops against both biotic adversaries and environmental pressures. Topics covered include genetic diversity exploration, marker-assisted selection, and the integration of omics technologies to decode and manipulate genetic factors influencing stress resistance.
We invite contributions from researchers, scientists, and experts in horticulture and genetics, fostering collaboration to share insights and propel the field forward. Join us in uncovering the potential of genetic advancements to enhance stress resilience in fruit trees, contributing to the sustainable advancement of global fruit production systems.
Dr. Muhammad Moaaz Ali
Dr. Honghong Deng
Dr. Faxing Chen
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- genetic breeding
- fruit trees
- orchards
- disease resistance
- genetic diversity
- CRISPR/Cas9
- molecular markers
- genomic selection
- stress resilience
- omics technologies
- sustainable agriculture
- crop improvement
- environmental stressors
- crop genetics
- plant pathology
- fruit production systems
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