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Molecular mechanisms of rice seed germination

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Rice is a fundamental dietary worldwide. With the increasing adoption of direct seeding in rice cultivation, the need for rapid and synchronized germination, even under submerged conditions, has become critical. Additionally, addressing challenges such as pre-harvest sprouting and germination under various stress conditions is vital for improving rice production. Therefore, understanding the regulatory mechanisms that control rice seed germination is essential. Numerous studies have highlighted the pivotal roles of the phytohormones gibberellic acid (GA) and abscisic acid (ABA) in modulating rice seed germination, similar to their roles in Arabidopsis . Key factors, including genes that regulate germination under submergence, have been identified, further advancing our understanding of the molecular mechanisms underlying this process. This review synthesizes recent progress in the field, providing insights into the regulation of rice seed germination.

Source: New Crops

DOI: 10.1016/j.ncrops.2024.100051

Authors: Dong Fu, Wenhua Wu, Ghazala Mustafa, Yong Yang, Pingfang Yang

Institutions: State Key Laboratory of Biocatalysis and Enzyme Engineering, Hubei University, Quaid-i-Azam University

Language: English

Topic: Seed Germination and Physiology

Subfield: Plant Science

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Zero hunger

Open Access status: hybrid

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