Draft genome sequence of Brevibacterium linens MA5, an isolate from Danbo cheese that carries the bacteriocin gene cluster

Key Points

• The draft genome of Brevibacterium linens MA5 has 3,369 coding sequences and a size of 3.7 Mb.
• Genomic comparison shows borderline species-level identity to B. linens ATCC 19391, suggesting relatedness.
• Genome mining identified a putative bacteriocin gene cluster, highlighting potential antimicrobial properties.
• Isolated from the rind of Danish Danbo cheese, B. linens MA5 has implications for food safety and preservation.