Genomic characterization of Aliarcobacter spp. from livestock in commercial and smallholder farms and from children in Ghana and Tanzania

Background

Aliarcobacter spp. are emerging foodborne pathogens posing public health risks through zoonotic transmission in agricultural settings. Characterizing their phylogenetic relatedness, antimicrobial resistance (AMR), and virulence factors is critical for assessing their impact on food safety and health in Ghana and Tanzania.