Abstract
Salmonella enterica serovar Typhimurium U288 has firmly established itself within the United Kingdom pig production industry. The prevalence of this highly pathogenic multidrug-resistant serovar at such a critical point in the food chain is therefore of great concern. To enhance our understanding of this microorganism, whole-genome and plasmid sequencing was performed.
Highlights
Salmonella enterica serovar Typhimurium U288 has firmly established itself within the United Kingdom pig production industry
Salmonella enterica serovar Typhimurium U288 is considered to be a significant pathogen of pigs in the United Kingdom [1]
This serovar, which is seemingly adapted to colonization of the pig intestine, is consistently ranked as the number one isolate identified in United Kingdom pig production units over the last decade [2]
Summary
Salmonella enterica serovar Typhimurium U288 has firmly established itself within the United Kingdom pig production industry. Salmonella enterica serovar Typhimurium U288 is considered to be a significant pathogen of pigs in the United Kingdom [1]. This serovar, which is seemingly adapted to colonization of the pig intestine, is consistently ranked as the number one isolate identified in United Kingdom pig production units over the last decade [2]. Typhimurium U288 in United Kingdom pig herds warrants careful monitoring, as many reported isolates harbor multiple antibiotic resistance determinants, resulting in limited treatment options and potential loss of livestock [3].
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