A recent peer-reviewed article in Advances in Horticultural Science (Vol. 39 No. 1, May 2025) presents groundbreaking results on the effects of continuous light exposure on sweet basil (Ocimum basilicum L.) in controlled environments. The research, conducted by M. Puccinelli, R. Maggini, A. Pardossi, L. Incrocci, reveals that exposing basil plants to non-stop lighting significantly improves leaf morphology, color uniformity, and essential oil concentration, without negatively impacting overall growth.

Full article available here: https://oaj.fupress.net/index.php/ahs/article/view/16590/13344

The Editorial Board of Advances in Horticultural Science is pleased to announce a transition in leadership.

We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to Professor Stefano Mancuso, whose dedicated service and exceptional leadership have greatly contributed to advancing the journal's mission. Under his guidance, Advances in Horticultural Science has flourished as a respected platform for high-quality research in the field.

As we move forward, we are delighted to welcome Professor Elisa Masi as the new Editor-in-Chief. We are confident that her expertise and vision will continue to drive the journal’s growth and impact.