Genomic resources of Colletotrichum fungi: development and application

Abstract Anthracnose caused by Colletotrichum spp. is an economically important disease of many plants, including grain, vegetable, and fruit crops. Next-generation sequencing technologies have led to a dramatic growth in the size availability genomic data public repositories. Beginning with genome projects C. higginsianum graminicola , genomes been sequenced due their scientific agricultural importance. Today, we can access more than hundred assemblies Utilizing those abundant datasets would enable better understanding adaptation mechanisms at level, which could help control this group pathogens. In review, outline development application resources focus on benefits data-driven studies, reverse-genetics, range comparative analyses, species identification, taxonomy, diagnosis, while describing potential pitfalls analysis. Further, discuss future research directions that allow comprehensive diversity within genus .