Pea (Pisum sativum) is a nutrient-rich crop that provides essential minerals like phosphorus, calcium, magnesium, and iron, supporting human health. Improving its mineral content through genetics can boost its nutritional value and help combat micronutrient deficiencies. This study aimed to investigate the genetic basis of mineral accumulation in pea seeds using a genomewide association study (GWAS). The analys...
Aims: The excessive use of fertilizers is a problem in current agricultural systems, and sustainable farming practices, including precision agriculture, demand the use of new technologies to manage plant stress at an early stage. To sustainably manage iron (Fe) fertilization in agricultural fields, it is urgent to develop early detection methods for Fe deficiency, and linked oxidative stress, in plant leaves. H...
Drought is increasingly frequent in the context of climate change and is considered a major constraint for crop yield. Water scarcity can impair growth, disturb plant water relations, and reduce water use efficiency. Pea (Pisum sativum) is a temperate grain legume rich in protein, fiber, micronutrients, and bioactive compounds that can benefit human health. In reducing pea yield due to drought, the intensity an...
Lentils (Lens culinaris L.) are among the oldest crops cultivated by humans. They are excellent sources of minerals, protein/amino acids, fatty acids, fibers, carbohydrates, and phytochemicals. Compared to other legumes, lentils have a faster preparation time, low phytic acid content, high arginine, and total phenolic content of antioxidant flavonoids. Besides, their low glycemic index helps avoid peaks in bloo...