Genome sequence of isolated from rose leaves exhibiting anthracnose symptoms in Potchefstroom, South Africa.

We present the genome sequence of isolated from rose leaves exhibiting anthracnose symptoms. The genome was assembled to 53.2 Mbp organized into 753 scaffolds having an N50 of 582,313 kbp and a GC content of 52.

Pathogenicity, phylogenomic, and comparative genomic study of sensu lato affecting sweet cherry in California.

Unlabelled: To gain insights into the diversity of sensu lato affecting sweet cherry in California, we sequenced and analyzed the phylogenomic and genomic architecture of 86 fluorescent pseudomonads isolated from symptomatic and asymptomatic cherry tissues. Fifty-eight isolates were phylogenetically placed within the species complex and taxonomically classified into five genomospecies: pv. , , , , and .

First Report of causing Canker and Twig Dieback of Peach () in California, U.S.A.

California leads the United States in peach (Prunus persica L.) production, with approximately 505,000 tons produced in 2021 and valued at $378.3 million (California Agriculture Statistics Review, 2021-2022).

Phylogenomic analyses and comparative genomics of Pseudomonas syringae associated with almond (Prunus dulcis) in California.

We sequenced and comprehensively analysed the genomic architecture of 98 fluorescent pseudomonads isolated from different symptomatic and asymptomatic tissues of almond and a few other Prunus spp. Phylogenomic analyses, genome mining, field pathogenicity tests, and in vitro ice nucleation and antibiotic sensitivity tests were integrated to improve knowledge of the biology and management of bacterial blast and bacterial canker of almond. We identified Pseudomonas syringae pv.

Whole genome sequencing and analysis of multiple isolates of Ceratocystis destructans, the causal agent of Ceratocystis canker of almond in California.

Ceratocystis canker caused by Ceratocystis destructans is a severe disease of almond, reducing the longevity and productivity of infected trees. Once the disease has established in an individual tree, there is no cure, and management efforts are often limited to removing the infected area of cankers. In this study, we present the genome assemblies of five C.

First Report of Cytospora azerbaijanica Causing Cytospora Canker and Shoot Dieback on Peach () in California, U.S.A.

Peaches ( L.) are an important crop in the United States with California leading the nation in peach production, with approximately 505,000 tons valued at $378.3 million (USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service, 2021, https://www.

Whole Genome Sequencing Based Taxonomic Classification, and Comparative Genomic Analysis of Potentially Human Pathogenic spp. Isolated from Chlorinated Wastewater in the North West Province, South Africa.

Comparative genomics, in particular, pan-genome analysis, provides an in-depth understanding of the genetic variability and dynamics of a bacterial species. Coupled with whole-genome-based taxonomic analysis, these approaches can help to provide comprehensive, detailed insights into a bacterial species. Here, we report whole-genome-based taxonomic classification and comparative genomic analysis of potential human pathogenic subsp.

Analysis of Genome Sequences of Coagulase-Negative Staphylococci Isolates from South Africa and Nigeria Highlighted Environmentally Driven Heterogeneity.

Here, we report high-quality annotated draft genomes of eight coagulase-negative staphylococci (CoNS) isolates obtained from South Africa and Nigeria. We explored the prevalence of antibiotic resistance and virulence genes, their association with mobile genetic elements. The pan-genomic analysis highlighted the environmentally driven heterogeneity of the isolates.

Whole genome sequence of 39_H1, a potential hydrolytic and acidogenic strain.

Here, we report a high quality annotated draft genome of 39_H1, a Gram-negative facultative anaerobe that was isolated from an anaerobic digester. The strain exhibited hydrolytic/acidogenic properties by significantly improving methane production when used as a single isolate inoculum during anaerobic digestion of water hyacinth and cow dung. The total genome size of the isolate was 5,106,712 bp which corresponds to an N50 of 267,528 and G + C content of 59.

Combining physicochemical properties and microbiome data to evaluate the water quality of South African drinking water production plants.

Anthropogenic activities in catchments used for drinking water production largely contaminates source waters, and this may impact the quality of the final drinking water product. These contaminants may also affect taxonomic and functional profiles of the bacterial communities in the drinking water. Here, we report an integrated insight into the microbiome and water quality of four water treatment plants (NWC, NWE, WCA and NWG) that supply portable water to communities in South Africa.