Assessment of the Microbiological Quality and Antibiotic Susceptibility Profile of Bacterial Pathogens Associated with Spoilt Oranges (Citrus sinensis) and Watermelons (Citrullus lanatus) Sold in Dutse, Northern- Nigeria
Fresh fruits such as oranges and watermelons are vital components of the human diet due to their rich nutritional content. However, these fruits can serve as vehicles for pathogenic microorganisms, especially when exposed to unhygienic handling during harvesting and storage. This study was carried out to assess the mic...