PRJNA705232
Genome characterization of UTNGt2
The genome characterization of a bacteriocinogenic strain, Lactiplantibacillus plantarum strain UTNGt2, isolated from wild copoazu or white cacao (Theobroma grandiflorum) is described. Genomic analysis sustained the previous results showing that UTNGt2 strain is a bacteriocinogenic strain and harbors essential features for the production of bacteriocin-based antimicrobial formulations. Considering the safety profile, UTNGt2 is a nonpathogenic, nonvirulent strain with valuable biotechnological traits, and can be further exploited for its probiotic and antimicrobial potential in the food industry.