Effect of diet composition on glandular gastric disease in horses
CONCLUSION AND CLINICAL IMPORTANCE: Relationships were found between diet composition and integrity of the glandular mucosa. Feeding pelleted dehydrated alfalfa could help to reduce the incidence and severity of GGD.PMID:37264707 | DOI:10.1111/jvim.16747 (Source: Cancer Control)
Source: Cancer Control - June 2, 2023 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Samy Julliand Marjorie Buttet Tanguy Hermange Patrick Hillon V éronique Julliand Source Type: research
Interspecific competition and productivity in a dryland silage maize/alfalfa intercropping system
This study was conducted to evaluate the interspecific interaction and yield performance of silage maize (Zea mays L.) and alfalfa (Medicago sativa L.) intercropping in response to N management and row arrangement under the rain-fed conditions on the Chinese Loess Plateau. Five planting arrangements, namely, sole maize, sole alfalfa, and maize and alfalfa intercropping in rows of 1:2 (I12), 2:2 (I22), and 2:4 (I24), were compared over a period of 4 years (2018–2021). Two N-levels (150 and 90 kg N ha−1) were applied to maize in each planting arrangement. Our results show that maize was the dominant species in 2...
Source: Food and Energy Security - June 1, 2023 Category: Food Science Authors: Yuhuan Wu,
Qianhu Ma,
Longshuai Ma,
Zikui Wang Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research
Sustainable exploitation and safe utilization of biochar: Multiphase characterization and potential hazard analysis
In this study, the temperature-dependent evolution of characteristics and potential hazards of three crop (cotton, alfalfa, and wheat) residue BC were systematically investigated. The results showed that pyrolysis temperature significantly affected the elemental composition and morphology of BC. A higher pyrolysis temperature led to a higher aromatization and graphitization degree of BC. A numerical relationship between pyrolysis temperature and BC surface properties (functional groups, carbonization degree) was established. Pyrolysis temperature controlled the content, composition, and functional group evolution of BC-der...
Source: Bioresource Technology - May 29, 2023 Category: Biotechnology Authors: Tao Sun Yuebing Sun Qingqing Huang Yingming Xu Hongtao Jia Source Type: research
Sustainable exploitation and safe utilization of biochar: Multiphase characterization and potential hazard analysis
In this study, the temperature-dependent evolution of characteristics and potential hazards of three crop (cotton, alfalfa, and wheat) residue BC were systematically investigated. The results showed that pyrolysis temperature significantly affected the elemental composition and morphology of BC. A higher pyrolysis temperature led to a higher aromatization and graphitization degree of BC. A numerical relationship between pyrolysis temperature and BC surface properties (functional groups, carbonization degree) was established. Pyrolysis temperature controlled the content, composition, and functional group evolution of BC-der...
Source: Bioresource Technology - May 29, 2023 Category: Biotechnology Authors: Tao Sun Yuebing Sun Qingqing Huang Yingming Xu Hongtao Jia Source Type: research
Silage maize as a potent candidate for sustainable animal husbandry development —perspectives and strategies for genetic enhancement
Maize is recognized as the queen of cereals, with an ability to adapt to diverse agroecologies (from 58oN to 55oS latitude) and the highest genetic yield potential among cereals. Under contemporary conditions of global climate change, C4 maize crops offer resilience and sustainability to ensure food, nutritional security, and farmer livelihood. In the northwestern plains of India, maize is an important alternative to paddy for crop diversification in the wake of depleting water resources, reduced farm diversity, nutrient mining, and environmental pollution due to paddy straw burning. Owing to its quick growth, high biomass...
Source: Frontiers in Genetics - May 26, 2023 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: research
Medicago Sativa Defensin1 as a tumor sensitizer for improving chemotherapy: translation from anti-fungal agent to a potential anti-cancer agent
Plant defensins including Medicago Sativa defensin 1 (MsDef1) are cysteine-rich antifungal peptides which are known for potent broad-spectrum antifungal activity against bacterial or fungal pathogens of plants. The antimicrobial activities of these cationic defensins are attributed to their capacity to bind to cell membranes to create potentially structural defects tin the cell membranes to interact with intracellular target (s) and mediates cytotoxic effects. Our earlier work identified Glucosylceramide (GlcCer) of fungus F. graminearum as a potential target for biological activity. Multi-drug resistant (MDR) cancer cells...
Source: Frontiers in Oncology - May 26, 2023 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
Molecules, Vol. 28, Pages 4311: Comprehensive Study of Si-Based Compounds in Selected Plants (Pisum sativum L., Medicago sativa L., Triticum aestivum L.)
Głowacka
This review describes the role of silicon (Si) in plants. Methods of silicon determination and speciation are also reported. The mechanisms of Si uptake by plants, silicon fractions in the soil, and the participation of flora and fauna in the Si cycle in terrestrial ecosystems have been overviewed. Plants of Fabaceae (especially Pisum sativum L. and Medicago sativa L.) and Poaceae (particularly Triticum aestivum L.) families with different Si accumulation capabilities were taken into consideration to describe the role of Si in the alleviation of the negative effects of biotic and abiotic stresses. The articl...
Source: Molecules - May 24, 2023 Category: Chemistry Authors: Aleksandra Orzo ł Edith Cruzado-Tafur Adrian Go łębiowski Agnieszka Rogowska Pawe ł Pomastowski Ryszard J. G órecki Bogus ław Buszewski Ma łgorzata Szultka-Młyńska Katarzyna G łowacka Tags: Review Source Type: research
Characterization of the seed virome of alfalfa (Medicago sativa L)
Seed transmission of plant viruses can be important due to the role it plays in their dissemination to new areas and subsequent epidemics. Seed transmission largely depends on the ability of a virus to replica... (Source: Virology Journal)
Source: Virology Journal - May 19, 2023 Category: Virology Authors: Lev G. Nemchinov, Brian M. Irish, Sam Grinstead and Olga A. Postnikova Tags: Research Source Type: research
‘Game changer.’ Scientists are genetically engineering crops to clone themselves
In early summer, unusual pollinators swoop over rice fields in Texas and Arkansas. Small, nimble helicopters fly low and steady so their rotors blow pollen from one row of plants to another. The flights help RiceTec, a plant breeding company, produce seed for high-yielding, robust varieties of rice grown across the southern United States. It’s an expensive and complicated way to create seed.
But the effort is worthwhile because the seeds sprout into plants with a mysterious robustness and resilience. The phenomenon, called hybrid vigor, comes from crossing two strains of inbred parents. Why hybrids are superior to ...
Source: Science of Aging Knowledge Environment - May 18, 2023 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research
Effect of different pasture species on welfare and behavior of slow-growing broiler chickens in free-range production system
This study investigated the effect of various pasture species on the welfare and behavior of slow-growing broiler chickens in the free-range production system. After 21 days completely indoors, the birds were permitted access to outdoor pens cultivated with one of the following pasture treatments:Medicago sativa (A),Trifolium repens (WC),Lolium perenne (PR), and a mixture (Mix, A + WC + PR). The range availability was restricted between 08:30 and 16:30 daily. It was found that pasture type had a significant effect on the fluctuating asymmetry of the face and radius length (P< 0.01). Duration of tonic immobi...
Source: Tropical Animal Health and Production - May 18, 2023 Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research
Endogenous biohydrogen from a rhizobium-legume association drives microbial biodegradation of polychlorinated biphenyl in contaminated soil
This study proves that endogenous H2 is a significant energy source for active PCB-degrading communities and suggests that elevated H2 can influence the microbial ecology and biogeochemistry of the legume rhizosphere.PMID:37196568 | DOI:10.1016/j.envint.2023.107962 (Source: Environment International)
Source: Environment International - May 17, 2023 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Yongfeng Xu Ying Teng Xiaomi Wang Wenjie Ren Ling Zhao Yongming Luo Peter Christie Chris Greening Source Type: research
Endogenous biohydrogen from a rhizobium-legume association drives microbial biodegradation of polychlorinated biphenyl in contaminated soil
This study proves that endogenous H2 is a significant energy source for active PCB-degrading communities and suggests that elevated H2 can influence the microbial ecology and biogeochemistry of the legume rhizosphere.PMID:37196568 | DOI:10.1016/j.envint.2023.107962 (Source: Environment International)
Source: Environment International - May 17, 2023 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Yongfeng Xu Ying Teng Xiaomi Wang Wenjie Ren Ling Zhao Yongming Luo Peter Christie Chris Greening Source Type: research
Viruses, Vol. 15, Pages 1184: Distinct Red Blotch Disease Epidemiological Dynamics in Two Nearby Vineyards
This study is the first report of red blotch disease progress immediately after vineyard establishment. A nearby 1.5-hectare &lsquo;Cabernet Sauvignon&rsquo; vineyard planted in 2008 with clone 4 (CS4) and 169 (CS169) vines was also surveyed. Most CS4 vines that exhibited disease symptoms one-year post-planting, likely due to infected scion material, were aggregated (Z = &minus;1.73). GRBV isolates of both clades were found in the CS4 vines. Disease incidence was only 1.4% in non-infected CS169 vines in 2022 with sporadic infections of isolates from both clades occurring via secondary spread. Throug...
Source: Viruses - May 17, 2023 Category: Virology Authors: Madison T. Flasco Elizabeth J. Cieniewicz Sarah J. Pethybridge Marc F. Fuchs Tags: Article Source Type: research
Inoculation of Exogenous Complex Bacteria to Enhance Resistance in Alfalfa and Combined Remediation of Heavy Metal-Contaminated Soil
In this study, three tolerant bacteria were isolated from the heavy metal-contaminated soil in mining area, and immobilized bacteria were constructed using corn straw as the carrier. The combined remediation effect of immobilized bacteria and alfalfa in pot experiments was explored in heavy metal-contaminated soil. Under heavy metal stress, inoculation with immobilized bacteria significantly promoted the growth of alfalfa, in which the dry weights of roots, stems, and leaves increased by 19.8, 6.89, and 14.6%, respectively (P < 0.05). Also, inoculation with immobilized bacteria improved the antioxidant capacity of plant...
Source: Current Microbiology - May 16, 2023 Category: Microbiology Authors: Tianpeng Gao Yuan Liu Deng Yang Xiaoxiao Liu Mingbo Zuo Yueqing He Haoming Wang Jingting Bao Yuanyuan Shen Xisheng Tai Jing Xu Danghui Xu Source Type: research
Inoculation of Exogenous Complex Bacteria to Enhance Resistance in Alfalfa and Combined Remediation of Heavy Metal-Contaminated Soil
In this study, three tolerant bacteria were isolated from the heavy metal-contaminated soil in mining area, and immobilized bacteria were constructed using corn straw as the carrier. The combined remediation effect of immobilized bacteria and alfalfa in pot experiments was explored in heavy metal-contaminated soil. Under heavy metal stress, inoculation with immobilized bacteria significantly promoted the growth of alfalfa, in which the dry weights of roots, stems, and leaves increased by 19.8, 6.89, and 14.6%, respectively (P < 0.05). Also, inoculation with immobilized bacteria improved the antioxidant capacity of plant...
Source: Current Microbiology - May 16, 2023 Category: Microbiology Authors: Tianpeng Gao Yuan Liu Deng Yang Xiaoxiao Liu Mingbo Zuo Yueqing He Haoming Wang Jingting Bao Yuanyuan Shen Xisheng Tai Jing Xu Danghui Xu Source Type: research
