OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The TQCC of Journal of Horticultural Science & Biotechnology is 3. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2021-04-01 to 2025-04-01.)

Article	Citations
Review on crop load management in apple (MalusxdomesticaBorkh.)	61
Augmenting apricot fruit quality and prolonging storage life via modulating ethylene metabolism and antioxidants with 1-(3-phenyl-propyl) cyclopropene and psyllium treatments	33
Development of novel SSR markers derived from genomic and transcriptomic data of Moringa oleifera L. var. PKM1 and their applicability	30
Effect of procyanidin and chitosan treatments on quality and senescence of ‘Williams’ banana fruit during ripening	22
Exogenous piperonylic acid and p-coumaric acid differentially influence crown rot caused by Colletotrichum siamense in octoploid strawberries by regulating phenylpropanoid, flavonoid, an	17
Change in the unseasonal flowering occurrence on hydrangea basal shoots under forcing condition	17
A review of strawberry under protected cultivation: yields are higher under tunnels than in the open field	16
Development of polymerase chain reaction-based marker for identification of a nonsense mutation in a Pseudomonas-responsive receptor like protein gene of tomato	15
Harvest stage and storage effects on postharvest quality and vase life of Queen Anne’s lace (Daucus carota L.)	15
Induction of compact growth in Campanula portenschlagiana plants by ethanol treatments	13
Transcriptomics-based identification of transcription factors in the halophyte Apocynum venetum L.	13
Asparagus stem emergence and growth as influenced by temperature and rainfall in a one-year production system	13
Analysis of the effect of exogenous auxin on the regulatory relationship between miRNAs and their target genes in rose using high-throughput sequencing	12
Genome-wide identification and characterisation of Aquaporin s in Rosa chinensis	11
Proteomics analysis reveals new insights into surface pitting of sweet cherry cultivars displaying contrasting susceptibility	11
Evolutionary analysis of MIR156/157 family during floral induction in walnut (Juglans regia L.)	9
Cloning and expression analysis of a novel zinc transporter gene from Nasturtium officinale	9
Hormone profiling in artificially induced ‘crumbly’ fruit in raspberry (Rubus idaeus L.) at two different development stages	9
Towards irrigation automation based on dielectric soil sensors	9
Characterisation of induced Malus x domestica ‘Royal Gala’ cell differentiation by using different hormones in cell cultures	9
Assessing the modifications and degradation of cell wall polymers during the ripening process of Rubus ulmifolius Schott fruit	9
Fruit set is moderately dependent on insect pollinators in strawberry and is limited by the availability of pollen under natural open conditions	9
Genome-wide identification and expression analysis of CRK gene family in chili pepper (Capsicum annuum L.) in response to Colletotrichum truncatum infection	8
Deciphering flower senescence physiology: advancements in post-harvest storage and preservation techniques for enhancing longevity	8
Production, postharvest and processing of the yerba mate: a review on technological advances and quality from raw material to the final product	8

Analysis of genetic diversity of yuzu ( Citrus junos Sieb. Ex Tanaka) using single nucleotide polymorphisms identified through RNA-seq and whole-genome resequencing anal	8
Average daily temperature controls floral bud formation rate, callose deposition and flower development of Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Early Blue’	8
Light quality, cytokinin type, and media affect the regeneration, growth, and fluorescence parameters of Syngonium podophyllum Schott “Emerald Green” in v	7
Spraying zinc oxide nanoparticles on pistachios ( Pistacia vera L.) for preservation in cold storage	7
Cutting propagation of Salicornia europaea L. and the optimum NaCl and nutrient solution levels for its rooting and growth	7
Variations in volatiles of different Rosa spp. cultivated in Thailand	7
Drought stress affects bacterial community structure in the rhizosphere of Paeonia ostii ‘Feng Dan’	7
The characterisation of phytoene synthase-1 and 2, and 1-D-deoxy-xylulose 5-phosphate synthase genes from red chilli pepper ( Capsicum annuum )	7
Improvement of biogenic amines in grape juice from Vitis labrusca and hybrid grapes grown in different training systems	6
Abscisic acid preharvest application alleviates chilling injury in oranges during cold storage	6
Field production of purple coneflower for beneficial phytochemicals	6
Dynamics of quality and metabolic activity of stored ‘Galaxy’ apples affected by maturity and 1-methylcyclopropene	6
Application of nanotechnology for preventing postharvest losses of agriproducts	6
Foliar selenium biofortification of broccolini: effects on plant growth and mineral accumulation	6
The role of supplemental lighting during late fall and winter on photosynthetic and non-photosynthetic pigments biosynthesis of cut rose flower ( Rosa hybrida cv. ‘Dolce	6
Fruit and juice quality of several lemon accessions grown in subtropical Florida	6
A novel stem vegetable germplasm of interspecific hybrids between Brassica juncea and Brassica oleracea	5
Rain-fed fig trees response to supplemental irrigation timing and potassium fertiliser in micro-catchment	5
A review on nanotechnological advancements in tomato: a model plant	5
Correction	5
Potential effects of onion (Allium cepa L.) and its phytomolecules on non-communicable chronic diseases: a review	5
Changes in physicochemical quality and antioxidant system of grapes by kaolin applied to reduce bunch compactness	5
Genome-wide analysis of ABF gene family in lettuce ( Lactuca sativa L.) reveals the negative roles of LsABF1 in thermally induced bolting	5
Impacts of carboxymethyl cellulose-based coatings with calcium oxide and GABA on storage life and quality maintenance of fresh pistachio fruit	4
Recent advances in postharvest storage and preservation technology of pitaya (dragon fruit)	4
Trehalose promotes the formation of Lanzhou lily bulblets by increasing carbohydrate content	4
Temperatures above 30 ^o C decrease leaf growth in strawberry under global warming	4
Genome-wide analysis of the ABCB gene family in Vitis vinifera: its expression patterns in berries and its responses to iron and heavy metal stresses	4
Transplant season influences the horticultural potential of strawberry cultivars in Brazil	4
Biotechnology advances in gladiolus: a review	4
Breeding for pulp colour in Guava: current status and opportunities	4
Induction of tolerance to cryogenic protocols inSolanum tuberosumby salicylic acid is mediated by enzymatic antioxidant activity and hydrogen peroxide	4
Domestication of wild pears in Europe, with specific emphasis on the Caucasian endemic pear Pyrus communis subsp. caucasica (Fed.) Browicz	4
Comprehensive RNA-seq analysis revealed gene network associated with leaf morphogenesis in Vitis vinifera	4
Candidate gene analysis distinguishes regulatory mechanisms for phenological transitions in Indian and Snowball cauliflower	4
Transcript profiling of papaya (Carica papaya L.) with CTS-N fertiliser after inoculation with PRSV	4
Sodium nitroprusside enhances vase life of Polianthes tuberosa cut flowers by inducing defence enzymes	3
Genome-wide investigation of caffeic acid O-methyltransferases and expression analysis under different abiotic stresses and anthracnose infection in pepper ( Capsicum annuum	3
Changes in the expression of photoperiodic bulbing genes in response to increasing daylength in long-day and short-day onion varieties	3
Prediction of the stability and yield in nine strawberry cultivars in Brazil over two cycles	3
Genome-wide analysis of the MATE gene family and expression analysis of subfamily III genes in response to aluminium toxicity in pineapple	3
A status-quo review on management of root knot nematode in tomato	3
Light extinction coefficient and radiation use efficiency of two greenhouse basil ( Ocimum basilicum L.) cultivars under deficit irrigation	3
Pillar tree architecture increases canopy light interception and impacts fruit quality in European plum	3
Evaluation of yield and tuber functionality in short-term cultivation of Chinese artichoke using propagated cuttings	3
Relationships between the incidence of fire blight in apple orchards and plant nutritional imbalance indices	3
Preharvest production practices, and postharvest treatment and handling methods for best quality onion bulbs: review	3
New genomic markers for marker assisted breeding in mango (Mangifera indicaL.)	3
Recent advances in genetics and breeding of pumpkin (Cucurbita moschataDuch.)	3
Relationship between submergence of graft union and auxin accumulation of grafted mango trees under flooded conditions	3

Propagation and management of ornamental and commercial cacti– a review	3
Enhancing peach quality and extending storability by regulating ethylene metabolism and enzymes using 1-(3-phenyl-propyl) cyclopropene and salicylic acid	3
Improving Washington Navel orange yield under drought: effects of artificial mulch and shade netting	3
Seismic stress-mediated improvements in morphometry, foliar anatomy and biochemistry of in vitro grown plants of Gardenia jasminoides J. Ellis	3
Poor inflorescence development of ‘Menindee Seedless’ grapevines in the subtropics leads to low fertility	3
A review of productivity in strawberry: do the plants need larger canopies, more flowers, or higher CO₂assimilation for higher yields?	3
Meta-QTL for morphological traits and pharmaceutical alkaloids in periwinkle (Catharanthus roseus (L.) ‘G. Don’)	3
Effect of microperforation on quality of modified atmosphere packaged cut rose cv. Corola	3
Emerging trends and insights into the cultivation strategies, ethnomedicinal uses, and socio-economic attributes of orchids	3
Phomopsis blight in eggplant and strategies to manage through resistance breeding	3