Draft genome sequence of broad-spectrum antifungal-producing Bacillus velezensis C4341 isolated from a saline-alkali soil sample in China

Objectives: Bacterial micro-organisms from the genus Bacillus have a broad spectrum of antimicrobial activity against plant pathogenic bacteria, fungi and viruses. Bacillus velezensis has been extensively used as a biocontrol agent in the agricultural field. In the present study, B. velezensis strain C4341 was isolated from saline-alkali soil in Xinjiang, China, producing a wide range of antifungal compounds of different structures. Methods: The whole genome of B. velezensis C4341 was sequenced using an Illumina HiSeq™ 2000 sequencing system, was assembled using SOAPdenovo and was optimised with GapCloser. Results: The genome size of strain C4341 was calculated at 3 963 750 bp with a G+C content of 46.4%. The whole genome was assembled into 4019 open reading frames (ORFs), of which 5.9% and 1.6% were related to antagonistic secondary metabolites and antimicrobial resistance, respectively. Conclusion: The whole genome sequence of B. velezensis C4341 will be beneficial in comparative analysis of the genus Bacillus and shows future prospects in antifungal application for sustainable agriculture.