Exploring the multifaceted dynamics of flowering time regulation in field crops: Insight and intervention approaches

Yogesh Dashrath Naik; Rajeev N. Bahuguna; Pedro Garcia-Caparros; Rebecca S. Zwart; M. S. Sai Reddy; Reyazul Rouf Mir; Uday Chand Jha; B. Fakrudin; Manish K. Pandey; Dinakar Challabathula; Vinay Kumar Sharma; Umesh K. Reddy; Chanda Venkata Sameer Kumar; Venugopal Mendu; P. V. Vara Prasad; Somashekhar M. Punnuri; Rajeev K. Varshney; Mahendar Thudi

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Exploring the multifaceted dynamics of flowering time regulation in field crops: Insight and intervention approaches

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Exploring the multifaceted dynamics of flowering time regulation in field crops: Insight and intervention approaches

Yogesh Dashrath Naik, Rajeev N. Bahuguna, Pedro Garcia-Caparros, Rebecca S. Zwart, M. S. Sai Reddy, Reyazul Rouf Mir, Uday Chand Jha, B. Fakrudin, Manish K. Pandey, Dinakar Challabathula, …

The plant genome, Vol.18(2), e70017

2025

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/tpg2.70017

PMID: 40164968

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Special Section: Tribute to Ron Phillips: Crop Genetics, Genomics and Biotechnology

The flowering time (FTi) plays a critical role in the reproductive success and yield of various crop species by directly impacting both the quality and quantity of grain yield. Achieving optimal FTi is crucial for maximizing reproductive success and ensuring overall agricultural productivity. While genetic factors undoubtedly influence FTi, photoperiodism and vernalization are recognized as key contributors to the complex physiological processes governing flowering in plants. Identifying candidate genes and pathways associated with FTi is essential for developing genomic interventions and plant breeding to enhance adaptability to diverse environmental conditions. This review highlights the intricate nature of the regulatory mechanisms of flowering and emphasizes the vital importance of precisely regulating FTi to ensure plant adaptability and reproductive success. Special attention is given to essential genes, pathways, and genomic interventions geared toward promoting early flowering, particularly under challenging environmental conditions such as drought, heat, and cold stress as well as other abiotic stresses that occur during the critical flowering stage of major field crops. Moreover, this review explores the significant progress achieved in omics technologies, offering valuable insights and tools for deciphering and regulating FTi. In summary, this review aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the mechanisms governing FTi, with a particular focus on their crucial role in bolstering yields under adverse environmental conditions to safeguard food security.

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Title: Exploring the multifaceted dynamics of flowering time regulation in field crops: Insight and intervention approaches
Authors/Creators: Yogesh Dashrath Naik - Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agriculture University
Rajeev N. Bahuguna - National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute
Pedro Garcia-Caparros - University of Almería
Rebecca S. Zwart - University of Southern Queensland
M. S. Sai Reddy - Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agriculture University
Reyazul Rouf Mir - Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir
Uday Chand Jha - Indian Institute of Pulses Research
B. Fakrudin - University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad
Manish K. Pandey - International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics
Dinakar Challabathula - Central University of Tamil Nadu
Vinay Kumar Sharma - International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics
Umesh K. Reddy - West Virginia State University
Chanda Venkata Sameer Kumar - Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University
Venugopal Mendu - Texas A&M University – Kingsville
P. V. Vara Prasad - Kansas State University
Somashekhar M. Punnuri - Fort Valley State University
Rajeev K. Varshney - Murdoch University, Food Futures Institute
Mahendar Thudi - International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics
Publication Details: The plant genome, Vol.18(2), e70017
Publisher: Wiley Periodicals LLC on behalf of Crop Science Society of America.
Number of pages: 27
Grant note: Department of Biotechnology, Government of India
YDN acknowledges the Department of Biotechnology, Government of India, for the DBT-JRF fellowship for his Ph.D. program.Open access publishing facilitated by University of South-ern Queensland, as part of the Wiley - University of Southern Queensland agreement via the Council of Australian University Librarian.
Identifiers: 991005757633407891
Copyright: © 2025 The Author(s).
Murdoch Affiliation: Centre for Crop and Food Innovation; State Agricultural Biotechnology Centre
Language: English
Resource Type: Journal article

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