High-Quality Citrus: Advances in Mastication Trait Research and Applications
The mastication trait of citrus fruit is a key determinant of consumer preference and market value, which is influenced by a combination of genetic, environmental, and postharvest factors. This review focuses on analyzing these factors and their impacts on citrus fruit quality, with a particular emp...
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| description | The mastication trait of citrus fruit is a key determinant of consumer preference and market value, which is influenced by a combination of genetic, environmental, and postharvest factors. This review focuses on analyzing these factors and their impacts on citrus fruit quality, with a particular emphasis on masticatory properties. The biochemical and molecular mechanisms underlying mastication traits are examined, focusing on cell wall metabolism (pectin, cellulose, lignin), cytoplasmic and intercellular matrix changes, and molecular regulation. Strategies for improving citrus quality and mastication traits are discussed, emphasizing varietal improvement through gene editing technologies, optimized cultivation practices, and advanced postharvest handling techniques. Despite significant progress, challenges remain in elucidating the complex genetic and environmental interactions governing these traits and developing sustainable management practices. Future research should integrate multiomics approaches, gene–environment interaction studies, and precision agriculture to address these challenges. This review provides a comprehensive synthesis of the current knowledge and prospective directions, aiming to guide the development of high-quality citrus varieties with enhanced mastication traits. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-d42af8bfd4f6441b9184b5d1a23f147c2025-01-24T13:34:26ZengMDPI AGHorticulturae2311-75242024-12-01111710.3390/horticulturae11010007High-Quality Citrus: Advances in Mastication Trait Research and ApplicationsGuizhi Feng0Yingtian Guo1Zhenmei Cai2Chengyan Deng3Jinghua Lu4College of Agriculture and Forestry Science, Linyi University, Linyi 276000, ChinaCollege of Agriculture and Forestry Science, Linyi University, Linyi 276000, ChinaNational Key Laboratory for Germplasm Innovation & Utilization of Horticultural Crops, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, ChinaCollege of Agriculture and Forestry Science, Linyi University, Linyi 276000, ChinaYazhouwan National Laboratory, Sanya 572025, ChinaThe mastication trait of citrus fruit is a key determinant of consumer preference and market value, which is influenced by a combination of genetic, environmental, and postharvest factors. This review focuses on analyzing these factors and their impacts on citrus fruit quality, with a particular emphasis on masticatory properties. The biochemical and molecular mechanisms underlying mastication traits are examined, focusing on cell wall metabolism (pectin, cellulose, lignin), cytoplasmic and intercellular matrix changes, and molecular regulation. Strategies for improving citrus quality and mastication traits are discussed, emphasizing varietal improvement through gene editing technologies, optimized cultivation practices, and advanced postharvest handling techniques. Despite significant progress, challenges remain in elucidating the complex genetic and environmental interactions governing these traits and developing sustainable management practices. Future research should integrate multiomics approaches, gene–environment interaction studies, and precision agriculture to address these challenges. This review provides a comprehensive synthesis of the current knowledge and prospective directions, aiming to guide the development of high-quality citrus varieties with enhanced mastication traits.https://www.mdpi.com/2311-7524/11/1/7citrus fruitfruit qualitymastication traitcell wall metabolismquality improvement |
| spellingShingle | Guizhi Feng Yingtian Guo Zhenmei Cai Chengyan Deng Jinghua Lu High-Quality Citrus: Advances in Mastication Trait Research and Applications Horticulturae citrus fruit fruit quality mastication trait cell wall metabolism quality improvement |
| title | High-Quality Citrus: Advances in Mastication Trait Research and Applications |
| title_full | High-Quality Citrus: Advances in Mastication Trait Research and Applications |
| title_fullStr | High-Quality Citrus: Advances in Mastication Trait Research and Applications |
| title_full_unstemmed | High-Quality Citrus: Advances in Mastication Trait Research and Applications |
| title_short | High-Quality Citrus: Advances in Mastication Trait Research and Applications |
| title_sort | high quality citrus advances in mastication trait research and applications |
| topic | citrus fruit fruit quality mastication trait cell wall metabolism quality improvement |
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