Acta Agrícola y Pecuaria

29/03/2026

📢 New publication | Crop Science
How does mineral composition change during apple development—and why does it matter for fruit quality? 🍎

A new study in Acta Agrícola y Pecuaria analyzed the mineral content in peel and pulp of Golden Glory apples across key developmental stages. Results showed that calcium decreased over time, while potassium and magnesium followed inverse trends. Notably, the peel consistently accumulated higher mineral concentrations than the pulp.

🔍 Why this matters:
✔ Links mineral dynamics with fruit quality and disorders
✔ Highlights the importance of tissue-specific analysis
✔ Supports improved nutrient management strategies
✔ Provides insights for better orchard decision-making

Authors from Universidad Autónoma de Chihuahua and Centro de Investigación en Alimentación y Desarrollo - CIAD

📖 Read more:
https://aap.uaem.mx/index.php/aap/article/view/1049

Análisis mineral en pulpa y cáscara de manzanas Golden Glory durante las etapas de desarrollo Autores/as Nora Aideé Salas-Salazar Universidad Autónoma de Chihuahua Aideé Alejandra Pacheco-Loya Universidad Autónoma de Chihuahua Esteban Sánchez-Chávez Centro de Investigación en Alimentación ...

29/03/2026

📢 New publication | Crop Science

How do you control flowering in pineapple without affecting fruit quality? 🍍

New research from Acta Agrícola y Pecuaria shows that CPA can significantly inhibit natural flowering in pineapple, with strong differences between cultivars. While MD2 reached up to 77.8% inhibition, Smooth Cayenne maintained higher yields.
Importantly, fruit quality remained unchanged.

🔍 Why this matters:
✔ Improves flowering management
✔ Maintains fruit quality
✔ Supports precision agronomy in tropical crops

Authors from UPCH.MX and Colpos Ciencias Agricolas

📖 Read more:
https://aap.uaem.mx/index.php/aap/article/view/642

Efecto del cpa y la poda sobre la floración natural de dos cultivares de piña (Anannas comosus var. comosus), en Tabasco, México Autores/as Aurora Hernández-López Universidad Popular de la Chontalpa Juventino Pérez-Romero Colegio de Postgraduados Samuel Córdova-Sánchez Universidad Popular de...

27/03/2026

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24/03/2026

📢 New publication | Plant Pathology

Acta Agrícola y Pecuaria has published a new research article reporting the first occurrence of Fusarium graminearum causing leaf blight and wilt in sesame (Sesamum indicum L.) in Guerrero, Mexico.

Sesame is an economically important oilseed crop in tropical and subtropical regions, with Mexico cultivating around 70,000 hectares annually. Guerrero stands out as one of the main producing states, making the emergence of new diseases a potential threat to regional production and crop sustainability.
In 2023, symptoms of leaf blight and wilt were detected in experimental sesame plots in Guerrero. Affected plants showed small dark leaf spots that progressively expanded, leading to severe blight, defoliation, and eventual wilting. The causal agent was isolated and subjected to pathogenicity tests, successfully reproducing symptoms and fulfilling Koch’s postulates.
The pathogen was identified through a combination of morphological characterization and phylogenetic analyses based on partial sequences of TEF1, actin, and β-tubulin genes. Results consistently placed the isolate within the Fusarium graminearum clade with strong statistical support.
This study constitutes the first formal report of F. graminearum associated with leaf blight and wilt in sesame in Guerrero, Mexico, highlighting the need for monitoring and management strategies to mitigate its potential impact on sesame production systems.

🔍 Why this matters:
✔ Reports the first occurrence of Fusarium graminearum affecting sesame in Mexico
✔ Expands the known host range and epidemiological relevance of this pathogen
✔ Confirms pathogen identity through morphological and molecular approaches
✔ Alerts producers and researchers to a potential emerging threat in sesame production

Authors from UAGro Universidad Autónoma de Guerrero and Universidad Autónoma Chapingo - Oficial

📖 The article is now available online
https://aap.uaem.mx/index.php/aap/article/view/910

Primer reporte de Fusarium graminearum causando tizón foliar y marchitez en ajonjolí (Sesamun indicum L.) en Guerrero, México Autores/as Carlos Alberto Adame-Montaño Universidad Autónoma de Guerrero Teolincacihuatl Romero-Rosales Universidad Autónoma de Guerrero Antonio Hernández-Polito Unive...

21/03/2026

📢 New publication | Natural antifungal alternatives for safer livestock feed

Acta Agrícola y Pecuaria has published a new research article evaluating the in vitro efficacy of plant extracts against Fusarium species isolated from forage maize grains used for silage.

Contamination by Fusarium species in Zea mays represents a significant risk for livestock production, not only due to yield losses but also because of the potential presence of mycotoxins that threaten animal health and feed safety. Developing sustainable alternatives to chemical fungicides is therefore a key priority in modern agriculture.
This study assessed the antifungal activity of plant-based extracts, including mustard, governor, cinnamon, and citrus, against strains of Fusarium oxysporum, Fusarium verticillioides, and Fusarium chlamydosporum isolated from maize grains. The results highlighted mustard extract as the most effective treatment, achieving over 91% mycelial inhibition and 85% spore control at relatively low concentrations (250 ppm). Notably, governor extract showed an exceptional efficacy of 99.99% against F. chlamydosporum.
Although cinnamon and citrus extracts also demonstrated antifungal activity, their effectiveness required considerably higher concentrations. The inhibitory effects are associated with bioactive compounds such as cinnamaldehyde and flavonoids, which disrupt fungal cellular integrity.
These findings support the potential use of plant extracts as sustainable, natural alternatives to synthetic fungicides, contributing to reduced economic losses and minimizing mycotoxin risks in livestock feed systems.

🔍 Why this matters:
✔ Identifies effective plant-based extracts against key Fusarium species affecting forage maize
✔ Highlights mustard and governor extracts as promising low-dose antifungal options
✔ Contributes to safer silage production and reduced mycotoxin contamination risks
✔ Supports the transition toward sustainable and environmentally friendly crop protection strategies

Authors from Universidad Autónoma Agraria Antonio Narro

📖 The article is now available online
https://aap.uaem.mx/index.php/aap/article/view/1100

Efectividad biológica in vitro de extractos vegetales en especies de Fusarium aisladas de granos de maíz forrajero para la dieta del ganado Autores/as Jazmín Janet Velázquez-Guerrero Universidad Autónoma Agraria Antonio Narro Ernesto Cerna-Chávez Universidad Autónoma Agraria Antonio Narro Yis...

13/03/2026

13/03/2026

📢 New publication | Agricultural economics & coffee production systems

Acta Agrícola y Pecuaria has published a new research article comparing the economic performance of organic and conventional coffee production systems in Veracruz, Mexico.
Organic coffee is typically marketed at higher prices than conventional coffee; however, organic production systems often experience lower yields. This raises an important question for producers and policymakers: is the price premium sufficient to compensate for the reduced productivity of organic systems?
This study analyzed the economics of both production systems through six case studies based on interviews with representative coffee producers from Veracruz, Mexico. Several financial indicators were evaluated to compare profitability and investment performance between organic and conventional coffee production.
The results indicate that both systems generate similar profitability per unit of investment. In particular, the modified internal rate of return averaged 12% for organic coffee and 13% for conventional production. Although organic systems did not receive additional economic incentives for their environmental and human health benefits, they remain a viable production option for small-scale farmers, as they require lower initial investment and allow the incorporation of family labor.
These findings contribute to the discussion on the economic sustainability of coffee production systems and provide insights for producers considering transitions between conventional and organic management.

🔍 Why this matters:
✔ Provides evidence-based comparison of organic and conventional coffee production economics
✔ Highlights the financial viability of organic coffee systems for smallholder farmers
✔ Contributes to discussions on sustainable and economically resilient coffee production

Authors from Universidad Autónoma Chapingo - Oficial University of Tennessee, Knoxville Universidad Nacional Costa Rica, UNA

📖 The article is now available online
https://aap.uaem.mx/index.php/aap/article/view/936

Análisis financiero de producción orgánica y convencional de café en Veracruz, México Autores/as Benigno Rodríguez-Padrón Universidad Autónoma Chapingo Carlos Omar Trejo-Pech University of Tennessee Juan José Ayala-Montejo Universidad Autónoma Chapingo Fernando Sáenz-Segura Universidad Na...

13/03/2026

📢 New publication | Pest risk modeling & coffee protection

Acta Agrícola y Pecuaria has published a new research article analyzing the risk of establishment of the coffee berry borer, Hypothenemus hampei, in the southern region of the State of Mexico using agroclimatic and phenological variables.

The coffee berry borer, Hypothenemus hampei, is one of the most destructive pests affecting coffee production worldwide and represents a growing threat in emerging coffee-growing regions of central Mexico. Anticipating its establishment and spread is essential for improving pest monitoring and implementing timely phytosanitary strategies.
This study developed a predictive model of pest incidence by integrating climatic, topographic, and crop phenology variables. Field data on infestation levels, microclimate, and coffee phenology were collected from production plots in three municipalities of southern State of Mexico.
Using principal component analysis, statistical testing, and machine learning approaches, including neural networks optimized through genetic programming, the researchers identified key drivers of infestation risk. The results showed that relative humidity, fruit maturity, and slope explained a substantial proportion of the variation in coffee berry borer infestation.
These findings provide a scientific basis for developing early warning systems that can strengthen monitoring programs and support more efficient pest management strategies in expanding coffee production areas.

🔍 Why this matters:
✔ Identifies key agroclimatic and phenological factors associated with coffee berry borer infestation
✔ Demonstrates the value of machine learning for agricultural pest risk modeling
✔ Supports the development of early warning systems for improved phytosanitary management in coffee-growing regions

Authors from UAEMéx and UAM Azcapotzalco

📖 The article is now available online
https://aap.uaem.mx/index.php/aap/article/view/1023

Modelado del riesgo de establecimiento de Hypothenemus hampei (Ferrari) (Coleoptera: Curculionidae: Scolytinae) en el sur del Estado de México a partir de variables agroclimáticas y fenológicas Autores/as Aurelio Pérez-Constantino Universidad Autónoma del Estado de México José Francisco Ramí...

12/03/2026

☕ Enjoy a cup of coffee… and a bit of science.

Two new coffee studies are coming soon in Acta Agrícola y Pecuaria.

🔬 Pest risk modeling of the coffee berry borer (Hypothenemus hampei)
📊 Economic analysis of organic vs. conventional coffee production in Veracruz

Coffee, science, and new research insights — coming soon.

12/03/2026

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Simón Peña Fernández (Universidad del País Vasco)
16:05 La IA en los procesos editoriales de las revistas académicas
Carlos Lopezosa (Universidad de Barcelona)
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