Draft genome assemblies of 38 Aspergillus parasiticus isolates collected from South Georgia crop fields
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: ABSTRACT Aspergillus parasiticus is a fungus recognized for producing highly carcinogenic mycotoxins. In this study, we collected 38 isolates of A. parasiticus from fields in South Georgia. We performed whole genome re-sequencing and developed 38 draft genome assemblies of A. parasiticus . The average genome size was 38.7 Mb, with larger genomes (~40 Mb) found in peanut fields in Turner County. Scaffold N50 was recorded highest for isolates collected from the corn fields of Tifton. The average BUSCO completeness score for these assemblies was 99.1%. The genome sequences generated for these 38 isolates will serve as a valuable genomic resource for the community working on aflatoxin mitigation strategies in crops.
DOI: 10.1128/mra.00083-25
Institutions: Agricultural Research Service, United States Department of Agriculture, University of Georgia, Shandong Agricultural University, International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics, International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics, International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics
Language: English
Subfield: Plant Science
Domain: Life Sciences
SDG: Zero hunger
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4414160255