The growth of yield outputs is dwindling after the first green revolution, which cannot meet
the demand for the projected population increase by the mid-century, especially with the …

Drought is a major abiotic stress reducing maize (Zea mays) yield worldwide especially
before and during silking. The mechanism underlying drought tolerance in maize and the …

Context Ideotype root system architecture is crucial for achieving high yields in maize by
enhancing lodging resistance and nitrogen absorption, particularly under high planting …

Ear height (EH) and ear–plant height ratio (ER) are important agronomic traits in maize that
directly affect nutrient utilization efficiency and lodging resistance and ultimately relate to …

Climate warming has increased the frequency of droughts and excessive precipitation,
adversely affecting crop growth, particularly under traditional intensive tillage. No-till …

The occurrence of high temperature (HT) in crop production is becoming more frequent and
unpredictable with global warming, severely threatening food security. The state of an …

Enhancing maize lodging resistance with plant growth retardants (PGRs) is common in
maize production. However, the underlying mechanisms of yield formation as affected by …

Efficient nitrogen management is crucial in developing sustainable strategies aimed at
enhancing yield while mitigating negative environmental impacts. However, limited research …

Lodging restricts growth, development, and yield formation in maize (Zea mays L.). Shorter
internode length is beneficial for lodging tolerance. However, although brassinosteroids …

Stalk lodging (mechanical failure of stalks or stems before harvest) is a major problem in
grain production that significantly reduces yield. Efforts to improve stalk lodging are …