phage metagenome Genome sequencing and assembly. phage metagenome

The aim of this study was the isolation and characterization of lytic bacteriophages against prevailing saprophytic bacteria of minimally processed fresh plant-food products. In our study bacteriophages were isolated from pre-treated municipal sewage which offers optimal conditions for phages development due to its strong contamination with bacteria. The stability of isolated phages was tested at acidic and alkaline pH, at high temperatures, and in cold storage. Finally, their lytic activity against prevailing saprophytic bacteria strains was tested in leaf salads and mixed leaf salads, mixed leaf salad with carrot, and mixed leaf salad with beetroot from retail sales.