Dissecting Source-Sink Relationship of Subtending Leaf for Yield and Fiber Quality Attributes in Upland Cotton ( L.).

Photosynthesis as a source is a significant contributor to the reproductive sink affecting cotton yield and fiber quality. Moreover, carbon assimilation from subtending leaves adds up a significant proportion to the reproductive sink. Therefore, this study aimed to address the source-sink relationship of boll subtending leaf with fiber quality and yield related traits in upland cotton.

Sub-Lethal Effects of Partially Purified Protein Extracted from (Balsamo) and Its Presumptive Role in Tomato ( L.) Defense against Whitefly ( Genn.).

Plants rely on various physiological and molecular defense mechanisms against biotic stresses such as herbivore insects. Many entomopathogenic fungi synthesize protein molecules that can trigger these plant defenses. This laboratory study characterized the bioactivity of a partially purified protein derived from (ARSEF 2860) against whitefly, (Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae), which is an economically important pest of agricultural and horticultural crops worldwide.

Biocontrol Potential of Fungal Endophytes against f. sp. Causing Wilt in Cucumber.

Endophytic fungi have received much attention as plant growth promoters as well as biological control agents against many plant pathogens. In this study, 30 endophytic fungal species, isolated from various plants in China, were evaluated using dual culture assay against f. sp.

A Novel Protein Elicitor PeBL2, from A60, Induces Systemic Resistance against in Tobacco Plant.

Here, we reported a novel secreted protein elicitor PeBL2 from A60, which can induce hypersensitive response in tobacco (). The ion-exchange chromatography, high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and mass spectrometry were performed for identification of protein elicitor. The 471 bp PeBL2 gene produces a 17.

Optimizing the phosphorus use in cotton by using CSM-CROPGRO-cotton model for semi-arid climate of Vehari-Punjab, Pakistan.

Crop nutrient management is an essential component of any cropping system. With increasing concerns over environmental protection, improvement in fertilizer use efficiencies has become a prime goal in global agriculture system. Phosphorus (P) is one of the most important nutrients, and strategies are required to optimize its use in important arable crops like cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.