Phenotypic and Genotypic Characterization of Antimicrobial Resistance in Salmonella Strains Isolated from Chicken Carcasses and Parts Collected at Different Stages during Processing

Chicken carcass and parts rinsate samples and fecal samples were collected at different stages in a commercial poultry processing facility. Microbiological analysis was conducted to determine the levels of multiple indicator microorganisms and prevalence of Salmonella. Antibiotic susceptibility testing was conducted on Salmonella isolates to determine antimicrobial resistance profiles. Whole genome sequencing was performed for tracing isolates...