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International Journal of Horticultural Science and Technology is a peer-reviewed open access multidisciplinary journal. The Journal accepts and publishes research works/articles in English that meet the general criteria of significance and scientific excellence in all areas related to horticultural science with the ultimate goal of expanding knowledge of the subject and contributing to the existing science and literature. The Journal has planned to: (i) stimulate scientific research among horticulture scholars and scientists all around the world and (ii) provide a forum for the exchange of information and dissemination of knowledge in the horticultural science 

 

ISO Abbreviation: Int. J. Hortic. Sci. Technol.

Frequency: Quarterly

Peer Review Policy: Double Blind Peer Review

Language: English

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Research paper
Characterization of Fungal Isolates Associated with Rhizospheric Indigenous Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi (AMF) from Different Plant Species in Mwea, Mitunguu, and Juja in Central Kenya

Jacinta W Muiruri; Agnes M Kavoo; Mwashasha Rashid Mwajita; Fredah K. Wanzala; Tofick Wekesa

Volume 12, Issue 1 , January 2025, Pages 1-16

https://doi.org/10.22059/ijhst.2024.356227.623

Abstract
  Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) are associated with plant roots and exhibit beneficial impacts such as stress tolerance and nutrient and water absorption. These functions opened the door to studying other fungi associated with AMF on the root’s rhizosphere. This study aimed to characterize fungal ...  Read More

Research paper
Supplementary Pollination Effect on the Postharvest Quality of Hayward Kiwifruit during Cold Storage

Malek Ghasemi; Mohammad Ali Shiri

Volume 12, Issue 1 , January 2025, Pages 17-30

https://doi.org/10.22059/ijhst.2024.366876.709

Abstract
  Different four methods of supplementary pollination included as open pollination, hand pollination from male flowers of cv. Tomori, spray pollination with pure pollen and spray pollination with impure pollen (collected from the entrance of bees' nests at the time of opening kiwifruit male flowers) was ...  Read More

Growth and Photosynthetic Performance of Calendula officinalis under Monochromatic Red Light

Sasan Aliniaeifard; Mehdi Seif; Mostafa Arab; Mahboobeh Zare Mehrjerdi; Tao Li; Oksana Lastochkina

Volume 5, Issue 1 , June 2018, , Pages 123-132

https://doi.org/10.22059/ijhst.2018.261042.248

Abstract
  Light is the driving force for plant photosynthesis. Different attributes of light (e.g. intensity, spectrum and duration) can influence plant growth and development. We studied growth and photosystem II performance ofEnglish marigold cut flowers under red (635-665 nm) and white (420-700 nm) LEDs. Although ...  Read More

Cultivation, Nutritional Value, and Health Benefits of Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus spp.): a Review

Farid Md. Hossain; Sharker Md. Numan Numan; Shaheen Akhtar

Volume 8, Issue 3 , September 2021, , Pages 259-269

https://doi.org/10.22059/ijhst.2021.311550.400

Abstract
  This review is planned to discuss the cultivation technology, nutritional values and health benefits of Dragon fruit. Dragon fruit plant has wide adaptability and grown well in slightly heavy texture soils. Plants are commonly propagated by stem cuttings. Flower buds are emerging after 15-18 months of ...  Read More

Effect of Postharvest Calcium Chloride Treatment on the Storage Life and Quality of Persimmon Fruits (Diospyros kaki Thunb.) cv. ‘Karaj’

Maryam Bagheri; Mahmood Esna-Ashari; Ahmad Ershadi

Volume 2, Issue 1 , June 2015, , Pages 15-26

https://doi.org/10.22059/ijhst.2015.54260

Abstract
  The objective of this study was to evaluate the storage life and quality of persimmon (Diospyros kaki Thunb.) fruit cv. ‘Karaj’ stored at 0°C for 4 months after postharvest calcium chloride treatment. Fruit weight loss, fruit firmness, total soluble solids, titratable acidity, total phenolic ...  Read More

Agrobacterium-Mediated Transformation of Pomegranate (Punica granatum L.) ‘Yousef Khani’ Using the Gus Reporter Gene

Babak Valizadeh Kaji; Ahmad Ershadi; Masoud Tohidfar

Volume 1, Issue 1 , June 2014, , Pages 31-41

https://doi.org/10.22059/ijhst.2014.35097

Abstract
  In this study, an efficient Agrobacterium-mediated transformation method was developed forpomegranate (Punica granatum L.), a difficult-to-transform plant. In vitro shoot segments wereinoculated with Agrobacterium tumefaciens strain LBA4404 harboring the binary vectorpBI121 carrying the neomycin phosphotransferase ...  Read More

Effects of Supplemental Light Quality at The End of Day on Herb Production and Some Phytochemical Properties of Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis L.)

Fahimeh Aghakarim; Hassan Sarikhani; Ali Azizi

Volume 10, Special issue (Light in horticulture) , December 2023, , Pages 66-88

https://doi.org/10.22059/ijhst.2023.354017.610

Abstract
  Increasing day length during the short photoperiod in fall and winter is a beneficial method of increasing biomass production and altering plant morphology and phytochemistry. The objective of this study was to examine the effects of light quality at the end of the day (EoD) on the growth and phytochemical ...  Read More

Research paper
Melatonin and Chitosan Coating Effects on Banana Postharvest Life and Physiological Traits

Mousa Arshad; Masoud Haghshenas

Articles in Press, Corrected Proof, Available Online from 01 January 2025

https://doi.org/10.22059/ijhst.2024.364005.687

Abstract
  Fruit ripening involves marked physiological and biochemical changes that affect fruit color, taste, aroma, texture, and nutritional value. A significant amount of research has shown that chitosan interacts with other postharvest treatments, which can enhance the impact of the chitosan coating. This ...  Read More

Research paper
Enhancing Freesia (Freesia armstrongii) Growth and Yield through Trichoderma-Mediated Biocontrol of Fusarium Wilt

Nibras Ihsan Abdul-Jabbar; Azizolah Khandan-Mirkohi; Seyed Alireza salami; Hossein saremi; Samira Shahbazi

Articles in Press, Corrected Proof, Available Online from 01 January 2025

https://doi.org/10.22059/ijhst.2024.369443.743

Abstract
  The biocontrol ability of two strains of Trichoderma fungi on infected Freesia corm by Fusarium disease and eventually growth and performance enhancement of this plant was investigated as laboratory and greenhouse experiment. Laboratory experiment includes five Trichoderma strains as T1, T20, Th4 related ...  Read More

Research paper
Effects of Ethrel® as Ripening Treatment for Cacao (Theobroma cacao L.) Pods

Vences Cuyno Valleser; Jean L Valleser

Articles in Press, Corrected Proof, Available Online from 01 January 2025

https://doi.org/10.22059/ijhst.2024.368679.735

Abstract
  Ethrel®, which contains ethylene, is used as a ripening treatment for fruits. However, there is no available information on its application as an artificial ripening agent for cacao pods. Hence, this study aimed to evaluate the effects of the varying ethephon concentrations (0, 1000, 2500, and 5000 ...  Read More

Research paper
Effects of Salicylic Acid on Photosynthetic Pigments, Osmolytes, and Antioxidant Enzyme Activities in White Savory (Satureja mutica Fisch.) Exposed to Various Salt Levels

Borzou Yousefi; Roya Karamian

Articles in Press, Corrected Proof, Available Online from 01 January 2025

https://doi.org/10.22059/ijhst.2024.365136.693

Abstract
  White savory (Satureja mutica Fisch.) is an oil-bearing plant, with applications in traditional medicine, pharmaceutical industries, and food additives in home-made dishes. The current research comprised a greenhouse experiment in factorial arrangement based on a completely randomized design (CRD). It ...  Read More

Research paper
A Preliminary Experimental Protocol for Enhanced Tomato Callus Formation and Growth via Several Medicinal Plant Extracts

Omid Sohrabi; Abdollah Hatamzadeh; Azim Ghasemnezhad; Habibollah Samizadeh; Vahid Erfani-moghadam

Articles in Press, Corrected Proof, Available Online from 01 January 2025

https://doi.org/10.22059/ijhst.2024.363254.677

Abstract
  Medicinal plants have been used historically for various treatments and in human nutrition. Due to their natural occurrence and biodegradability, medicinal plants can be an eco-friendly alternative to toxic chemicals such as pesticides, fungicides, and herbicides. An in-vitro experiment was conducted ...  Read More

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