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A 'wiring diagram' for source strength traits impacting wheat yield potential.
Erik H Murchie1, Matthew Reynolds2, Gustavo A Slafer3,4
1Division of Plant and Crop Science, School of Biosciences, University of Nottingham, Sutton Bonington LE12 5RD, UK.
Journal of Experimental Botany
|October 20, 2022
Summary
Enhancing crop yield potential requires an integrated approach, considering photosynthesis and sink activities. Visual
Area of Science:
- Agricultural Science
- Plant Physiology
- Crop Science
Background:
- Crop yield potential is a key focus for agricultural advancement.
- Photosynthesis is a critical component, but crop regulation involves complex interactions.
- An integrated, systems approach is necessary to understand crop growth.
Approach:
- A review dissects source traits anatomically and temporally.
- Wiring diagrams are introduced as visual tools to integrate component processes.
- Regulation of source activity by feedback mechanisms is discussed.
Key Points:
- Wiring diagrams visualize interactions between chloroplast, leaf, and canopy processes.
- Canopy formation presents challenges and opportunities for photosynthesis.
- Source traits are regulated at local, whole-plant, and crop levels.
Conclusions:
- Integrated descriptors of traits underpinning grain yield are essential.
- Wiring diagrams can serve as a workspace for breeders and crop scientists.
- Future dynamic models integrating trait and gene interactions will drive yield gains.
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