Seaweed and yeast extracts as sustainable phytostimulant to boost secondary metabolism of apricot fruits
In our study, we investigated the effects of Expando, a commercial biostimulant derived from seaweed and yeast extracts, on the secondary metabolism of Lady cot and Orange prima apricot cultivars. Notably, treatments with or 5.0 L/ha of Expando improved fruit uniformity and harvests synchronization,...
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| author | Noemi Gatti Moez Maghrebi Graziella Serio Carla Gentile Victor V. Bunea Ivano Vigliante Camille Boitte Christian Garabello Valeria Contartese Cinzia M. Bertea Giuseppe Mannino |
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| description | In our study, we investigated the effects of Expando, a commercial biostimulant derived from seaweed and yeast extracts, on the secondary metabolism of Lady cot and Orange prima apricot cultivars. Notably, treatments with or 5.0 L/ha of Expando improved fruit uniformity and harvests synchronization, providing agronomic benefits. Expando positively influenced the biosynthesis of essential bioactive compounds such as polyphenols, flavonoids, proanthocyanidins, and anthocyanins in both apricot pulp and peel, as validated by HPLC-ESI-MS/MS analysis. These metabolic enhancements translated into significantly increased total antioxidant activity, particularly evident in the peel samples. Principal Component Analysis (PCA) revealed distinct effects of the 5.0 and 4.0 L/ha treatments, distinguishing them from lower doses and the control group. Our findings emphasize the potential of Expando to enhance the phytochemical profile of apricot fruits, positioning biostimulants as pivotal tools for improving fruit quality and sustainability in agriculture. Expando offers a sustainable and eco-friendly approach to enhancing crop yield and nutritional value, representing a significant step towards more resilient and environmentally conscious farming practices. Further research is needed to explore its broader implications and optimize application strategies for commercial orchards. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-d9e7efa884ae45baac0f9d1b1f1aea7e2025-01-24T04:11:15ZengFrontiers Media S.A.Frontiers in Plant Science1664-462X2025-01-011510.3389/fpls.2024.14551561455156Seaweed and yeast extracts as sustainable phytostimulant to boost secondary metabolism of apricot fruitsNoemi Gatti0Moez Maghrebi1Graziella Serio2Carla Gentile3Victor V. Bunea4Ivano Vigliante5Camille Boitte6Christian Garabello7Valeria Contartese8Cinzia M. Bertea9Giuseppe Mannino10Department of Life Sciences and Systems Biology, Plant Physiology Unit, University of Turin, Turin, ItalyDepartment of Life Sciences and Systems Biology, Plant Physiology Unit, University of Turin, Turin, ItalyDepartment of Biological, Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences and Technologies (STEBICEF), University of Palermo, Palermo, ItalyDepartment of Biological, Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences and Technologies (STEBICEF), University of Palermo, Palermo, ItalyDepartment of Life Sciences and Systems Biology, Plant Physiology Unit, University of Turin, Turin, ItalyResearch and Development Department, Green Has Italia S.p.A, Canale, CN, ItalyEcole de Biologie Industrielle, University of Paris-Seine, Cergy, FranceResearch and Development Department, Green Has Italia S.p.A, Canale, CN, ItalyResearch and Development Department, Green Has Italia S.p.A, Canale, CN, ItalyDepartment of Life Sciences and Systems Biology, Plant Physiology Unit, University of Turin, Turin, ItalyDepartment of Life Sciences and Systems Biology, Plant Physiology Unit, University of Turin, Turin, ItalyIn our study, we investigated the effects of Expando, a commercial biostimulant derived from seaweed and yeast extracts, on the secondary metabolism of Lady cot and Orange prima apricot cultivars. Notably, treatments with or 5.0 L/ha of Expando improved fruit uniformity and harvests synchronization, providing agronomic benefits. Expando positively influenced the biosynthesis of essential bioactive compounds such as polyphenols, flavonoids, proanthocyanidins, and anthocyanins in both apricot pulp and peel, as validated by HPLC-ESI-MS/MS analysis. These metabolic enhancements translated into significantly increased total antioxidant activity, particularly evident in the peel samples. Principal Component Analysis (PCA) revealed distinct effects of the 5.0 and 4.0 L/ha treatments, distinguishing them from lower doses and the control group. Our findings emphasize the potential of Expando to enhance the phytochemical profile of apricot fruits, positioning biostimulants as pivotal tools for improving fruit quality and sustainability in agriculture. Expando offers a sustainable and eco-friendly approach to enhancing crop yield and nutritional value, representing a significant step towards more resilient and environmentally conscious farming practices. Further research is needed to explore its broader implications and optimize application strategies for commercial orchards.https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpls.2024.1455156/fullbiostimulantpolyphenolssecondary metabolitesradical scavenging activityHPLC-DAD-MS/MSPrunus armeniaca |
| spellingShingle | Noemi Gatti Moez Maghrebi Graziella Serio Carla Gentile Victor V. Bunea Ivano Vigliante Camille Boitte Christian Garabello Valeria Contartese Cinzia M. Bertea Giuseppe Mannino Seaweed and yeast extracts as sustainable phytostimulant to boost secondary metabolism of apricot fruits Frontiers in Plant Science biostimulant polyphenols secondary metabolites radical scavenging activity HPLC-DAD-MS/MS Prunus armeniaca |
| title | Seaweed and yeast extracts as sustainable phytostimulant to boost secondary metabolism of apricot fruits |
| title_full | Seaweed and yeast extracts as sustainable phytostimulant to boost secondary metabolism of apricot fruits |
| title_fullStr | Seaweed and yeast extracts as sustainable phytostimulant to boost secondary metabolism of apricot fruits |
| title_full_unstemmed | Seaweed and yeast extracts as sustainable phytostimulant to boost secondary metabolism of apricot fruits |
| title_short | Seaweed and yeast extracts as sustainable phytostimulant to boost secondary metabolism of apricot fruits |
| title_sort | seaweed and yeast extracts as sustainable phytostimulant to boost secondary metabolism of apricot fruits |
| topic | biostimulant polyphenols secondary metabolites radical scavenging activity HPLC-DAD-MS/MS Prunus armeniaca |
| url | https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpls.2024.1455156/full |
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