Genetic engineering of sorghum with Fe deficiency-tolerant genes enhances iron uptake, phytosiderophore secretion, and stress resilience, improving growth in alkaline soils.
Enhancing Striga Resistance in Sorghum Through Molecular Marker-Assisted Breeding of LGS1 Mutations
Striga resistance in sorghum is achieved through molecular marker-assisted breeding targeting mutations at the LGS1 gene. These lgs1 mutants exude fewer Striga-stimulatory strigolactones, providing a sustainable solution for combating this parasitic weed.
m6A RNA Modifications Regulate Salt Tolerance in Sorghum through Transcript Stability and Stress Response Pathways
This study reveals that increasing m6A RNA modifications through SbMTA overexpression enhances salt tolerance in sorghum by stabilizing stress-responsive transcripts, whereas reducing m6A levels with SbALKBH10B overexpression diminishes this resilience.
QTL Mapping of Grain Traits in Sorghum for Enhanced Maotai-Flavor Liquor Production
Zhang et. al. used QTL mapping to identify key genetic traits in sorghum that improve grain characteristics for Maotai-flavor liquor production, offering insights for targeted breeding.
Identifying Genetic Loci for Anthracnose Resistance in Ethiopian Sorghum Germplasms: A Multi-Environment GWAS Study
Birhanu et al. identified key genetic loci associated with anthracnose resistance in Ethiopian sorghum germplasms, highlighting its potential as a valuable resource for breeding resistant sorghum varieties.
Comprehensive Evaluation of Low-Nitrogen Tolerance in Sorghum: Key Traits for Enhanced Nitrogen Efficiency and Adaptation
Liu et al. evaluated the low-nitrogen tolerance of 100 sorghum genotypes, identifying key morphological, photosynthetic, and metabolic traits that enhance nitrogen efficiency and improve adaptation to nutrient-limited environments.
Distinct Roles of Brassinosteroid Receptors BRI1 and BRL3 in Sorghum Drought Tolerance
This study reveals that while brassinosteroid receptors BRI1 and BRL3 both impact drought response, BRL3 promotes drought tolerance in sorghum through osmotic protection, whereas BRI1 signaling is associated with drought susceptibility due to growth-related sensitivities.
BM41 Kinase: A Key Regulator of Cuticular Wax Biosynthesis and Stress Response in Sorghum
A bloomless mutant gene in sorghum was implicated in regulating cuticular wax biosynthesis, linking environmental stress signals to wax production pathways that enhance drought resistance.
Genetic Insights into Non-photochemical Quenching: Enhancing Photoprotection and Crop Productivity
Plants use non-photochemical quenching (NPQ) to protect themselves from light-induced damage by dissipating excess energy as heat, and genetic studies in crops like maize and sorghum have identified key genes regulating NPQ, offering potential for improving photosynthetic efficiency and yield.
Functional Diversity of CYP79A Genes in Sorghum: Roles in Metabolism, Defense, and Adaptation
This study explores the functional diversity of sorghum CYP79A genes, revealing their roles in amino acid metabolism, plant defense, growth regulation, and environmental adaptation.