Biosynthesis of 2-Heptanone, a Volatile Organic Compound with a Protective Role against Honey Bee Pathogens, by Hive Associated Bacteria
Beehives are populated by bacterial species with a protective role against honey bee pathogens thanks to the production of bioactive metabolites.These compounds are largely unexploited despite their high potential interest for pest management.This study evaluated the capability of bacterial species associated with honey bees to produce 2-heptanone,