Isolation, Characterization and Identification of Bacteria Associated With Spoilt Watermelon

Student: Taiwo Abosede Adesola (Project, 2025)
Department of Applied Microbiology
Lens Polytechnic, offa, Kwara State.


Abstract

Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) is a highly perishable fruit widely consumed for its nutritional value and high water content. However, its susceptibility to microbial spoilage poses significant challenges to food safety and shelf-life, particularly under unhygienic handling and improper storage conditions.

Keywords
isolation characterization identification bacteria associated spoilt watermelon