Isolation and characterization of bacteriophages for controlling Rhizobium radiobacter - causing stem and crown gall of highbush blueberry.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Stem and crown gall disease caused by the plant pathogen Rhizobium radiobacter has a significant impact on highbush blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum) production. Current methods for controlling the bacterium are limited. Lytic phages, which can specifically target host bacteria, have been widely gained interest in agriculture.

Methods

In this study, 76 bacteriophages were recovered from sewage influent and screened for their inhibitory effect against Rhizobium spp. The phages were genetically characterized through whole-genome sequencing, and their lytic cycle was confirmed.

Results

Five potential candidate phages (isolates IC12, IG49, AN01, LG08, and LG11) with the ability to lyse a broad range of hosts were chosen and assessed for th

SUBMITTER: Chantapakul B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11328917 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature