Comparative genomics of 16 strains of Leuconostoc isolated from cooked ham. Leuconostoc

16 strains of Leuconostoc were isolated from modified atmosphere packaged cooked ham manufactured by different European producers during the product shelf-life. For this work, their genomes have been analyzed through whole genome sequencing, genes have been annotated and clustered into functional categories using RAST. Their pangenome was calculated with Roary. In order to identify bacteriocin-producing strains effective against Listeria monocytogenes, both on plate tests and in silico analysis using BAGEL4 were conducted. This work aims to study the genetic variability of Leuconostoc due to its role as bioprotective starter in meat industry.