Biotechnological potential and genomic analysis of the Leuconostoc mesenteroides F17 and F18 strains isolated from camel milk.

ABSTRACT: Camel milk is known for its distinctive nutritional and antimicrobial properties. Thus, it offers a valuable niche for discovering novel probiotic strains with potential health benefits. In this context, two Leuconostoc mesenteroides strains, F17 and F18 were isolated from this dairy matrix and their properties analysed. Also, to gain deeper insight into their probiotic and technological traits, the sequencing of the whole genomes of both strains was conducted, revealing key genetic features supporting their suitability as starter cultures. The two bacteria displayed desirable technological properties including among them rapid milk acidification capability as well as proteolytic and lipolytic activities. F17 and F18 produced riboflavin (0.11 and 0.15 mg/L) and exopolysaccharides (1.8 g/L

SUBMITTER: Zeid AF 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12628567 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature