scholarly journals Pathway Analysis to Determine Factors Contributing to Overall Quality Scores in Four Berry Crops

2020 ◽  
Vol 28 (2) ◽  
pp. 35-42
Author(s):  
Helen Cockerton ◽  
Maddi Blanco Unzueta ◽  
Abigail W. Johnson ◽  
Andrea Vadillo Dieguez ◽  
Felicidad Fernández Fernández
Keyword(s):  
Fruit Quality ◽  
Genetic Improvement ◽  
Genotypic Differences ◽  
Quality Traits ◽  
Strawberry Fruit ◽  
Relative Contribution ◽  
Fruit Quality Traits ◽  
Berry Crops ◽  
Growing Conditions ◽  
The Uk

AbstractFruit quality attributes are influenced by environmental, agronomic and genetic factors; both cultivars and growing conditions can vary substantially between UK production and imported fruit. This study aimed to record and dissect the most relevant fruit quality traits for berries imported into the UK in the winter months. Blackberry, blueberry, raspberry and strawberry fruit were imported from 11 countries into a Kent-based packhouse (UK) or purchased from major retailers between December 2018 and March 2019. Multiple fruit quality components were assessed for relative contribution towards a high “overall assessment” fruit quality score. It was found that strawberry and blackberry overall scores were affected by sweetness perception, whereas blueberry and raspberry organoleptics are more complex, with overall scores influenced by flavor perception. Multiple raspberry and strawberry fruit quality traits were found to be associated with genotypic differences, indicating a promising potential for genetic improvement through breeding. By contrast, the study findings suggest that there is less potential for genetic improvement in blueberry, and that the environment may have a large effect on blueberry fruit quality traits.

Genetic architecture of apple fruit quality traits following storage and implications for genetic improvement

2016 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Craig M. Hardner ◽  
Kate Evans ◽  
Chris Brien ◽  
Fred Bliss ◽  
Cameron Peace
Keyword(s):  
Fruit Quality ◽  
Genetic Improvement ◽  
Genetic Architecture ◽  
Apple Fruit ◽  
Quality Traits ◽  
Fruit Quality Traits

COLD-STORAGE EFFECTS ON STRAWBERRY FRUIT QUALITY TRAITS AND BIOACTIVE COMPOUNDS

2014 ◽  
pp. 955-960
Author(s):  
W. Faedi ◽  
M. Ranieri ◽  
M.L. Maltoni ◽  
L.F. D'Antuono ◽  
S. Magnani
Keyword(s):  
Bioactive Compounds ◽  
Fruit Quality ◽  
Cold Storage ◽  
Quality Traits ◽  
Strawberry Fruit ◽  
Fruit Quality Traits ◽  
Storage Effects

Genetics of fruit oleoresin and capsaicin contents in chilli inter-species (Capsicum annuum × C. chinense) cross

2020 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
pp. 28-30
Author(s):  
B. Bhavani ◽  
C. Anilkumar ◽  
A. Mohan Rao ◽  
S. Ramesh
Keyword(s):  
Fruit Quality ◽  
Genetic Improvement ◽  
Genetic Effects ◽  
Selection Strategy ◽  
Quality Traits ◽  
Breeding Method ◽  
Dominance Model ◽  
Yield And Quality ◽  
Fruit Quality Traits ◽  
Additive Genetic Effects

AbstractChoice of the most appropriate breeding method hinges on mode of action of genes controlling expression of target traits. Pungency (capsaicin) and colour (oleoresin) are most important fruit quality traits in chilli. Genetics of fruit quality traits was unravelled using a combination of first and second degree statistics. An additive-dominance model was inadequate to explain the inheritance of fruit yield and quality traits. Magnitude of additive genetic effects [a] and their variances [σ2A] were higher than those of dominance genetic effects [d] and dominance genetic variances [σ2D] suggesting predominance of additive effect genes in the inheritance of both oleoresin and capsaicin contents. These results are discussed in relation to appropriate selection strategy to be followed for genetic improvement of chilli for oleoresin and capsaicin contents.

Analysis of phenotypic diversity of apricot (Prunus armeniaca L.) accessions from Jammu and Kashmir, India

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-13
Author(s):  
Showkat A. Zargar ◽  
Aijaz A. Wani ◽  
M. I. S. Saggoo
Keyword(s):  
Fruit Quality ◽  
Quantitative Traits ◽  
Fruit Weight ◽  
Kernel Weight ◽  
Prunus Armeniaca ◽  
Quality Traits ◽  
Jammu And Kashmir ◽  
Fruit Length ◽  
Upgma Dendrogram ◽  
Fruit Quality Traits

Abstract Apricot (Prunus armeniaca L.) is a world-wide highly appreciated fruit, with its attractive colour, soft texture and typical flavour. In the current investigation, 68 apricot accessions collected from Jammu and Kashmir, India were analysed to determine the measure of variation using 12 qualitative and 16 quantitative traits with an aim to identify superior apricot accessions with excellent fruit quality traits. High phenotypic variability was observed among the studied apricot accessions with significant differences among most of the qualitative and quantitative traits. Fruit-related characteristics including fruit weight, fruit length, fruit ratio, fruit firmness, fruit shape, fruit suture, stone weight, kernel weight and stone shape were the most diverse with a high coefficient of variation (>30%). One way analysis of variance showed significant differences (P < 0.0001) among all the quantitative traits. Significant positive and negative correlations were observed between all the agronomically important fruit quality traits. The principal component analysis (PCA) revealed that 75.34% of the variability was defined by the first eight components. The unweighted pair group method with arithmetic mean (UPGMA) dendrogram, based on all traits measured grouped the accessions into two main clusters with several sub-clusters. Both UPGMA dendrogram and PCA scatter plot formed a cluster of 14 accessions, having the highest values regarding most important fruit quality traits such as fruit weight, fruit length and width, fruit ratio, stone weight and kernel weight can be treated as potentially superior accessions. These accessions can be used directly for cultivation and in future apricot breeding programmes. The present findings are promising for genetic resource management, cultivar improvement and commercial applications of apricot in Jammu and Kashmir, India.

scholarly journals High-density linkage map construction and identification of loci regulating fruit quality traits in blueberry

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Molla F. Mengist ◽  
Hamed Bostan ◽  
Elisheba Young ◽  
Kristine L. Kay ◽  
Nicholas Gillitt ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Linkage Map ◽  
Fruit Quality ◽  
Titratable Acidity ◽  
Fruit Weight ◽  
High Density ◽  
Soluble Solids ◽  
Quality Traits ◽  
Total Soluble Solids ◽  
Fruit Quality Traits ◽  
High Density Linkage Map

AbstractFruit quality traits play a significant role in consumer preferences and consumption in blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum L). The objectives of this study were to construct a high-density linkage map and to identify the underlying genetic basis of fruit quality traits in blueberry. A total of 287 F1 individuals derived from a cross between two southern highbush blueberry cultivars, ‘Reveille’ and ‘Arlen’, were phenotyped over three years (2016–2018) for fruit quality-related traits, including titratable acidity, pH, total soluble solids, and fruit weight. A high-density linkage map was constructed using 17k single nucleotide polymorphisms markers. The linkage map spanned a total of 1397 cM with an average inter-loci distance of 0.08 cM. The quantitative trait loci interval mapping based on the hidden Markov model identified 18 loci for fruit quality traits, including seven loci for fruit weight, three loci for titratable acidity, five loci for pH, and three loci for total soluble solids. Ten of these loci were detected in more than one year. These loci explained phenotypic variance ranging from 7 to 28% for titratable acidity and total soluble solid, and 8–13% for pH. However, the loci identified for fruit weight did not explain more than 10% of the phenotypic variance. We also reported the association between fruit quality traits and metabolites detected by Proton nuclear magnetic resonance analysis directly responsible for these fruit quality traits. Organic acids, citric acid, and quinic acid were significantly (P < 0.05) and positively correlated with titratable acidity. Sugar molecules showed a strong and positive correlation with total soluble solids. Overall, the study dissected the genetic basis of fruit quality traits and established an association between these fruit quality traits and metabolites.

FRUIT QUALITY TRAITS OF STRAWBERRY GENOTYPES OF DIFFERENT PLOIDY

2014 ◽  
pp. 967-974
Author(s):  
M.L. Maltoni ◽  
D. Giovannini ◽  
W. Faedi
Keyword(s):  
Fruit Quality ◽  
Quality Traits ◽  
Fruit Quality Traits

Combined use of genetic and genomics resources to understand virus resistance and fruit quality traits in melon

2015 ◽  
Vol 155 (1) ◽  
pp. 4-11 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jason M. Argyris ◽  
Marta Pujol ◽  
Ana Montserrat Martín-Hernández ◽  
Jordi Garcia-Mas
Keyword(s):  
Fruit Quality ◽  
Virus Resistance ◽  
Quality Traits ◽  
Combined Use ◽  
Fruit Quality Traits

scholarly journals Genome-wide association studies provide insights into the genetic determination of fruit traits of pear

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ming-Yue Zhang ◽  
Cheng Xue ◽  
Hongju Hu ◽  
Jiaming Li ◽  
Yongsong Xue ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Fruit Quality ◽  
Molecular Breeding ◽  
Association Studies ◽  
Genome Wide Association ◽  
Genome Wide Association Studies ◽  
Quality Traits ◽  
Fruit Traits ◽  
Stone Cell ◽  
Genome Wide ◽  
Fruit Quality Traits

AbstractPear is a major fruit tree crop distributed worldwide, yet its breeding is a very time-consuming process. To facilitate molecular breeding and gene identification, here we have performed genome-wide association studies (GWAS) on eleven fruit traits. We identify 37 loci associated with eight fruit quality traits and five loci associated with three fruit phenological traits. Scans for selective sweeps indicate that traits including fruit stone cell content, organic acid and sugar contents might have been under continuous selection during breeding improvement. One candidate gene, PbrSTONE, identified in GWAS, has been functionally verified to be involved in the regulation of stone cell formation, one of the most important fruit quality traits in pear. Our study provides insights into the complex fruit related biology and identifies genes controlling important traits in pear through GWAS, which extends the genetic resources and basis for facilitating molecular breeding in perennial trees.

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