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Isolation and Molecular Identification of Monilinia fructigena in Almaty Region of Kazakhstan
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Journal Article
Isolation and Molecular Identification of Monilinia fructigena in Almaty Region of Kazakhstan
2025
Overview
Monilinia fructigena, a causal agent of brown rot in apple and other fruit crops, poses a significant threat to fruit production and postharvest quality in temperate regions. This study reports on the molecular and morphological identification of M. fructigena isolates obtained from symptomatic apple fruits in the Almaty region of Kazakhstan. Nine isolates were characterized through a combination of morphological assessment, real-time PCR, target locus (ITS and TEF1-α gene) sequencing, and whole genome sequencing using nanopore sequencings. Morphological analysis revealed typical features of M. fructigena, including blastoconidia and microconidia. Pathogenicity tests on ‘Idared’ and ‘Golden Delicious’ apples confirmed the high aggressiveness of the isolates, with lesion development observed within 24–48 h post-inoculation. Molecular identification via real-time PCR and target sequencing confirmed all isolates as M. fructigena with high mapping quality and sequence identity. The whole genome sequencing of a representative isolate further validated the species identity based on comparative alignment with Monilinia reference genomes. Thus, the combination of the used traditional and molecular methods allowed us to unambiguously identify the isolated fungus as M. fructigena. This integrative approach enhances the understanding of Monilinia species in Central Asia and supports the implementation of modern molecular tools for phytopathogen surveillance and agricultural biosecurity.
