This study reports that a (PIF4)-(INO80-C)-(COMPASS-like)-(transcription elongator) module integrates H2A.Z eviction, H3K4me3 deposition, and active transcription to regulate high-temperature-induced plant responses. The study reveals an epigenetic mechanism underlying plant developmental plasticity in response to environmental changes.

CPSF30-L was characterized as an Arabidopsis N6-methyladenosine (m6A) reader whose m6A-binding function is required for the floral transition and abscisic acid (ABA) response. The m6A-binding activity of CPSF30-L enhances the formation of liquid-like nuclear bodies, where CPSF30-L mainly recognizes the m6A-modified far-upstream element to control polyadenylation-site choice. Disruption of…

Using genome editing to obtain heritable genetic modified plants currently relies on conventional genetic transformation and plant regeneration procedures in most cases. This study reports on a Barley stripe mosaic virus–based sgRNA delivery vector system, which could efficiently induce heritable genome editing in hexaploid wheat plants while bypassing the laborious tissue culture process.

Green Super Rice is defined not only as a new type of rice cultivar but also as an innovative model of crop production for resource-saving, environmentally-friendly agriculture. Green Super Rice has contributed to a paradigm shift in crop genetic improvement and food production to better nourish the world population while maintaining a healthier environment.