Complete Genome Sequencing of Three Clade-1 Xanthomonads Reveals Genetic Determinants for a Lateral Flagellin and the Biosynthesis of Coronatine-Like Molecules in .

Evolutionarily, early-branching xanthomonads, also referred to as clade-1 xanthomonads, include major plant pathogens, most of which colonize monocotyledonous plants. Seven species have been validly described, among them the two sugarcane pathogens and , as well as , which infects small-grain cereals and diverse grasses but also asparagus and pistachio trees. Single-gene sequencing and genomic approaches have indicated that this clade likely contains more, yet-undescribed species.

Endophytic Bacterial Isolates From Halophytes Demonstrate Phytopathogen Biocontrol and Plant Growth Promotion Under High Salinity.

Halophytic endophytes potentially contribute to the host's adaptation to adverse environments, improving its tolerance against various biotic and abiotic stresses. Here, we identified the culturable endophytic bacteria of three crop wild relative (CWR) halophytes: , , and . In the present study, the potential of these isolates to improve crop adaptations to various stresses was investigated, using both and approaches.

The Complete Genome Sequence of , the Causal Agent of Canker on Tea Plants, Reveals Novel Secretion Systems in Clade-1 Xanthomonads.

is the causal agent of bacterial canker on tea plants. There is no complete genome sequence available for , a close relative of the species and , thus limiting basic research for this group of pathogens. Here, we release a high-quality complete genome sequence for the type strain, CFBP 4691.