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Chromosome-level genome assembly and annotation of a novel potato common scab pathogen.

Frontiers in plant science | PubMed: 2026-03-30

This study identifies a novel Streptomyces species (strain D6) as a causal agent of potato common scab and provides its chromosome-level genome assembly. Comparative genomic analysis revealed 74 virulence-associated genes shared with S. scabiei, offering insights into the evolution and mechanisms of pathogenicity in potato-infecting actinomycetes.

Advances and prospects of genomic-assisted breeding in roots, tubers, and banana crops.

Frontiers in plant science | PubMed: 2026-03-30

This review discusses the application of genomic-assisted breeding strategies, such as marker-assisted selection and gene editing, across root, tuber, and banana crops including potato. It highlights how these tools can overcome the genetic complexities of vegetatively propagated crops to accelerate breeding progress and genetic gains.

Rosemary extract primes cultivar-dependent defense responses in potato against pathogen attack.

Plant cell reports | PubMed: 2026-03-29

This study investigates how aqueous rosemary extract (ARE) primes defense responses in Solanum tuberosum against Potato Virus X and Phytophthora infestans. By analyzing cultivar-specific metabolic profiles and gene expression, the research demonstrates that ARE can significantly reduce pathogen accumulation and lesion size, highlighting the role of basal metabolic states in priming efficiency.

Modulating texture and retrogradation of potato starch gels with curdlan and gellan gum: Insights from structural characteristics and interaction.

Food research international (Ottawa, Ont.) | PubMed: 2026-03-28

This study investigates the effects of curdlan and gellan gum on the structural stability and retrogradation of potato starch gels. The findings demonstrate that these additives enhance gel hardness and thermal stability while delaying retrogradation through modified molecular interactions and improved water retention.

Rapid quality detection in colored potatoes during alternating cold and ambient storage: Utilizing absorption and scattering properties.

Food research international (Ottawa, Ont.) | PubMed: 2026-03-28

This study utilizes optical absorption and scattering properties to non-destructively monitor quality changes, such as starch and soluble solids content, in colored potato cultivars during alternating cold and ambient storage. By applying machine learning algorithms to spectral data, the researchers developed high-accuracy prediction models for moisture, starch, and firmness, facilitating rapid quality assessment in post-harvest potato management.

Advancing plant disease classification using an attention-based CNN for intra-dataset and cross- dataset training.

Scientific reports | PubMed: 2026-03-28

This study develops an attention-based Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) for the classification of plant diseases, specifically utilizing potato leaf images from the PlantVillage dataset. The model achieved high accuracy in identifying potato diseases and demonstrates potential for cross-dataset generalization in agricultural pathology applications.

Primary Shelf-Life Assessment of Fresh Vegan Spinach Potato-Based Pasta (Gnocchi) Using an Accelerated Test Approach.

Foods (Basel, Switzerland) | PubMed: 2026-03-28

This study evaluates the shelf life of fresh vegan spinach gnocchi, a potato-based pasta product, by monitoring its microbiological, physicochemical, and sensory properties under different storage temperatures. The research identifies texture (hardness) as the primary quality attribute affected by temperature and establishes a predicted shelf life of approximately 42 days using a time-temperature tolerance approach.

Integrated Analysis of Transcriptome and Metabolome Reveals Metabolite Biosynthesis in Pigmented Potatoes.

International journal of molecular sciences | PubMed: 2026-03-28

This study uses integrated transcriptomic and metabolomic analysis to investigate the biosynthesis of secondary metabolites in pigmented potato cultivars. It identifies key structural genes and transcription factors, such as MYB and WD40, that regulate flavonoid and anthocyanin accumulation, providing a basis for improving potato nutritional quality.

Elucidation of Response Mechanism of Potato to Nitrogen Stress by Physiological and Transcriptional Analyses.

Genes | PubMed: 2026-03-28

This study investigates the physiological and transcriptional responses of potato (Solanum tuberosum) to varying nitrogen levels, identifying key genes and pathways involved in tuber formation. Through transcriptome analysis and co-expression networks, it highlights hub genes and transcription factors like WRKY and ARF that regulate nitrogen use efficiency and tuber development.

Evaluation of Novel Dillapiol Analogs as Insect Detoxification Enzyme Inhibitors and Insecticide Synergists.

Insects | PubMed: 2026-03-28

This study evaluates novel dillapiol analogs as insecticide synergists to manage resistance in the Colorado potato beetle (Leptinotarsa decemlineata), a major potato pest. The research demonstrates that these compounds effectively inhibit detoxification enzymes like P450 monooxygenases and glutathione S-transferases, offering potential for improved pest control in potato cultivation.