Key message The potential of seed priming is still not fully exploited. Our limited knowledge
of the molecular dynamics of seed pre-germinative metabolism is the main hindrance to …

In the past two decades, the post-genomic era envisaged high-throughput technologies,
resulting in more species with available genome sequences. In-depth multi-omics …

Successful germination represents a crucial developmental transition in the plant lifecycle
and is important both for crop yields and plant survival in natural ecosystems. However …

Seed germination is a critical parameter for the successful development of sustainable
agricultural practices. While seed germination is impaired by environmental constraints …

Seed priming, a pre-sowing technique that enhances the antioxidant/DNA repair activities
during the pre-germinative metabolism, still retains empirical features. We explore for the …

Cultivation of onion and onion-like crops has become a challenge in the context of climate
change and innovative solutions are needed to support breeders as well as farmers, starting …

While the status of histone acetylation is a critical regulator of chromatin's structure with a
significant impact on plant physiology, our understanding of epigenetic regulation in the …

Water stress brought about by climate change is among the major global concerns
threatening food security. Rice is an important staple food which requires high water …

Seed priming protocols implement incomplete imbibition phases, as well as physical,
chemical or biological treatments, to activate pre-germinative metabolism and stress …

Reactive oxygen species (ROS) generated during rehydration of seeds is a major source of
cellular damage. Successful germination depends on maintaining the oxidative window and …